Julia Joy
Senior Digital Editor
Julia oversees the magazine's website and digital promotion, edits the print "Network" section, and regularly contributes articles.
Articles by Julia Joy
A Pride Month Watch List
Twelve notable films centered on LGBTQ+ characters, all made by or starring Columbians
7 Columbia Coffee Entrepreneurs You Should Know
Alumni-owned coffee shops and roasters are energizing communities through cold brew, cappuccinos, cortados, and more
What’s the Big Deal about Bigfoot?
In The Secret History of Bigfoot, journalist John O’Connor ’03SOA explores the mystery and legacy of the North American sasquatch
39 Bingeable TV Shows Made by Columbia Graduates
These series from alumni are worth watching and rewatching
Could Beavers Help Save Us from Climate Disaster?
Leila Philip ’91SOA spent six years researching an underappreciated animal for her book Beaverland
14 Classic Rom-Coms with Columbia Connections
Stream these romantic tales of fateful encounters, love triangles, and happily-ever-afters
11 Remarkable Buildings from Columbia Architects
From churches to concert halls to convention centers, alumni have brought to life arresting structures around the world
With Adeam, Japanese Style Meets American High Fashion
The luxury clothing brand, founded and designed by Hanako Maeda ’10CC, has a distinctive east-meets-west aesthetic
Could AI Mend a Broken Heart?
Inward, cofounded by Ying Laohachewin ’15BUS, brings the healing power of support groups to your phone
16 Holiday Gift Ideas from Columbia Entrepreneurs
Support alumni innovators with our 2023 gift guide
11 Holiday Movies with Columbia Connections
From musical rom-coms to nostalgic TV specials, Columbia graduates (and dropouts) have worked on a variety of Christmas classics
Spooky Movies to Stream this Halloween — all with Columbia Connections
These haunting tales are perfect for a morbid movie night at home