Alejandra Valdivia MPA ’26 came to SIPA to gain the policy, finance, and regulatory expertise needed to expand clean energy access for underserved communities across Latin America — building on her hands-on experience developing microgrid projects in the Peruvian Amazon.

Seeking work that merged his interests of international politics, finance, and US–China trade relations, Liam Lau MPA ’26 enrolled at SIPA. The School’s academic rigor and location in New York City made it an ideal place to pursue that goal.

Jose Roberto Baldiva Jr., MPA ’26, reflects on his path from education reform in Brazil to climate policy at SIPA, highlighting his work to broaden understandings of Brazil, support first-generation students, and pursue inclusive models of sustainable finance.

At only 28, Seneca Forch MIA ’26 cuts a striking figure in the world of diplomacy.

The fellowship recognizes emerging scholars from across New York state doing policy-relevant research to strengthen immigrant communities.

Over half of India’s population relies on agriculture for livelihood. Growing up in India, Stuti Banga MPA-DP '26 wanted to be part of the work shaping her country.

Attending Columbia SIPA has empowered Yedidya Zohore to envision a career of peacebuilding and cooperation across regions.

Eight SIPA PhD graduates secure prestigious positions at top institutions including MIT, Stanford, UC Berkeley, and in industry roles at Amazon and Rhizome.

Winning teams showcased groundbreaking ventures in renewable energy, civic tech, and public health innovation at this year’s Global Policy Challenge.

For Fatou Kiné Gueye, an MPA in Environmental Science and Policy (MPA-ESP) student at SIPA, protecting the environment isn’t just a passion; it’s a mission rooted in heritage and hope for a better future.