What Is Juneteenth and How Do You Observe the Day?
Columbia faculty, staff, and students talked to Columbia News about the history of Juneteenth, how they learned about the holiday, and how they celebrate it. Watch Now
News
Check In on the Bundles Scholars
Upper Manhattan Bundles Scholars share updates on their work, including events, projects, news, and accolades. Read More
What's New at Harlem's George Bruce Library
Celebrate Pride, explore summer learning activities, and connect with fellow readers. Read More
Vote in the Primary Election
Make sure you're set to use ranked choice voting in the June 22 contests for mayor, city council, borough presidents, and more. Learn More
Events
Call for Architects and Urban Planners: Become a Community Fellow at Columbia GSAPP
The Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation will award two $20,000 part-time fellowships to local practitioners to institutionalize the school’s commitment to anti-racism and deepen its relationships with local communities of color. Apply by July 31
Juneteenth Teach-In, June 18
Junior One Hundred's Juneteenth Teach-In will include presentations on the history of Juneteenth and what it means for our nation. Register
CURED Talk Back, June 18
Watch the movie CURED online before the 18th, and then join Harlem Pride and the SAGE Center's talkback event. Register
Youth Housing Summit, June 19
Join youth, community members, and civic leaders to discuss the current housing crisis and housing as a human right. Register
New York City Primary Election, June 22
Vote early from June 12 to June 20, or go to your regular polling place on June 22 to cast your vote for the next mayor, public advocate, comptroller, city council member, and more. Get Ready to Vote
Earth Institute LIVE: Wind Beneath Our Wings, June 24
Students (grades 6-9) will learn how wind is created on Earth, and how we can use it to do important work, such as grinding grain, moving ships, and pumping water. Register
Harlem Pride Celebration Event, June 26
The signature event of Harlem Pride will feature celebrity guest appearances, performing artists, and greetings from community leaders. Learn More
Religion and the History of Hip Hop 1970s-1990s, July 7
Josef Sorett will lead a discussion of the ways that religion appeared in hip hop music and the response by religious leaders to the new genre. Register
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