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Abram Hewitt and the Disputed Election of 1876
How the campaign manager for Democratic nominee Samuel J. Tilden helped keep a contested presidential race in check
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Tech Worker by Day, NFL Cheerleader by Night
Jade Bucci ’25CC, a former Columbia computer-science major, leaps into her first season with the New England Patriots
Let's Talk About Sex on YouTube
Leeza Mangaldas ’11CC has made a career out of demystifying taboos and destigmatizing sexuality
A Death Investigator Learns to Live
Barbara Butcher ’83PH spent two decades behind police tape in New York City, examining bodies. Now, she reflects on the hard lessons learned
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How to Plan a Perfect Wedding
Jove Meyer ’11GS is one of New York’s most sought-after wedding planners
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Can this Columbia Alum Fix NYC’s Rat Problem?
Shaun Abreu ’14CC, chair of the New York City Council’s sanitation committee, aims to clean up Morningside Heights and beyond
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15 Holiday Gift Ideas from Columbia Entrepreneurs
From unique accessories to luxury bedding, alumni-founded retailers have suggestions for the holidays
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Finding New Solutions for Political Polarization
Builders CEO Tom Fishman ’07GSAS seeks to mobilize the silent majority of Americans who choose common ground over contempt
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The Fashion Entrepreneur Fighting for New York’s Wild Birds
Through Bird Collective and NYC Bird Alliance, Angela Co ’05GSAPP conserves and champions the region’s feathered residents
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The Hottest Youth Basketball Program in Brooklyn
With Flames, Gerard Papa ’72CC, ’74SIPA, ’75LAW has been bringing New York kids together since 1974
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The Industrious Spirit Company Bottles the Sea
ISCO, cofounded by two Columbia Business School grads, creates craft liquor distilled with oysters and more
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Columbia Entrepreneurs Changing the Beauty Business
From moisturizer to pimple patches, alumni are using their cosmetics smarts to tap into a multibillion-dollar industry