Robert Kasdin

John Coatsworth must shape the role of Columbia's provost

The role of the provost is as of now fluid, which makes it a prime time for John Coatsworth to define it, strengthen it, and show his commitment to protecting our academic interests.

By Editorial Board | Apr 13 02:53 am ET

Columbia tops other Ivies in endowment gains for 2011

The University's $7.8 billion endowment has returned 23.6 percent for this fiscal year, surpassing gains made by Harvard, Yale, and Princeton.

By Arvin Ahmadi | Oct 13 06:49 pm ET

ORIENTATION 2011: Amid a leadership shake-up, meet your Columbia, Barnard administrators

After a period of stability from 2009 to 2011, Columbia's senior administration is undergoing another round of departures.

By Sammy Roth | Aug 28 03:18 pm ET

Report recommends scaling back fringe benefits

According to a 38-page preliminary report released by the administration, future University officers may be looking at limited tuition benefits, a vesting period to accumulate retirement benefits, and a high-deductible health plan.

By Leah Greenbaum | Apr 19 05:16 am ET

Bloomberg visits Columbia, promotes entrepreneurship

New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg came to Columbia on Wednesday to announce the winners of the "NYC Next Idea" competition.

By Sam Levin | Jan 7 02:12 pm ET

Columbia releases financial report

While the University suffered significant losses as a result of the economic downturn, not all the reported figures were cause for concern.

By Alexa Davis | Nov 4 12:14 am ET

Endowment down 16.1%

Senior Executive Vice President Robert Kasdin attributed the slowdown in the endowment's losses to "stronger market conditions."

By Alexa Davis | Sep 13 09:56 pm ET

Borough President Gives Annual Address

Manhattan Borough President Scott Stringer presented his State of the Borough Address at City Hall Monday evening, calling his vote for Columbia’s campus expansion plan the most important decision

By Betsy Morais | Feb 12 01:12 am ET

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