Emily Tao

Decisions for the MIA/MPA/MPA-DP Spring term applicants released yesterday, and while we've been meeting and chatting with many of you…

A common mistake with Personal Statements: Being Overly Romantic

I was listening to an experienced colleague, who has served on various Admissions Committees around Columbia University, talk about a…

I'm trying to recall what I wrote this time last year to kick-off classes starting, but honestly it feels odd.…

It's been a tumultuous summer but we are still here and carrying on. As we prepare to open the Fall…

We launched our ~virtual~ Admitted Students' Day last week for admitted students to get to know the SIPA community, including…

First, the biggest news: admissions decisions are out for the MIA, MPA, and MPA-DP programs. Thanks again to all of…

Usually during this time in the year, we are busy preparing to release decisions and preparing for Admitted Students’ Day.…

January always feels like the longest month, and I'm sure many of you feel that way! We're catching up from…

For those of you applying for the January 5th Fellowship Consideration deadline, you're almost at the finish line! If you're…

The U.S. celebrated Thanksgiving last week, and wherever you are, I hope you were able to spend some time with…