March News and Upcoming Events
The calendar says it's February. But anyone outdoors wouldn't be held at fault thinking it's June as the mercury hits 18ºc (64ºF) today. We hope you're able to take advantage of the sunshine (as we're sure it won't last much longer).
We still have tickets remaining for this tomorrow's lecture with Columbia Professor Matthew McKelway on Nagasawa Rosetsu's painting of five hundred disciples of the Buddha (arhats) on a piece of paper approximately one-inch square.
We also have planned a Young Alumni Happy Hour, a CVC event, and an afternoon out for a viewing of the Ruth Bader Ginsburg biopic On The Basis Of Sex. Also scroll down for a limited number of VIP Passes for the fifth edition of Photo London at the Somerset House—these will go quickly!
Make sure you book for our events on the website and be follow us on Facebook and Instagram for new announcements.
Please also keep in touch. Reach out at [email protected] if you need anything.
— Courtney (President) & Stephen (Vice President)
Upcoming CUCL Events for March:
Professor Matthew McKelway | Thursday February 28th, 18:30
Professor McKelway specializes in the history of Japanese painting and will be discussing Nagasawa Rosetsu's paiting of five hundred disciples of the Buddha (arhats) on a piece of paper approximately one-inch square.
Born into the family of a low-ranking samurai, Nagasawa Rosetsu (1754-1799) is renowned today as one of the most imaginative artists of early modern Japan.
CUCL is proud to host in partnership with the Japan Society.
On The Basis Of Sex Screening | Saturday March 2nd, 16:30
Set to be one of the year's most inspiring and entertaining films, this is the powerful and timely true story of US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg LAW'59 (Felicity Jones) who led the fight against gender discrimination and blazed an unprecedented trail for equality.
Join us for informal gathering to screen the film at Cineworld at The O2 followed by a bite nearby.
Young Alumni Happy Hour | Thursday March 21st, 18:30
Our Young Alumni Committee will be hosting our March happy hour in Soho at Basement Sate on the 21st from 6:30 - 10:30pm
Special Event:
Arts Access Photo London VIP
Photo London, the world-class photography fair and catalyst for London's dynamic photography community, is back for its 5th season! And thanks to CAA Arts Access, the CUCL VIP Weekend Pass (unlimited access for 2 people, incl. Preview Days and to the VIP Lounge) at Photo London gives you unlimited access and entries to all sections of the fair for £75.
There is a limited amount of VIP passes available on a first come, first serve basis.
CVC Pitch & Mix | Date TBD
CVC London will be hosting a Pitch & Mix event where members can quickly pitch anything related to entrepreneurship (e.g. what they need, what they're working on, how can they help, pitch themselves, etc.) It will help to lead into networking and drinks to follow.
Stay tuned for more details. And be sure to register your interest by taking the survey HERE.
Stephane Cojot-Goldberg at the Battersea Art Fair | March 8-10
Stephane Cojot-Goldberg (BUS'05) created an aesthetic and sensual approach to geography inspired by his favorite painters, from Rothko to Pollock to Nicolas de Staël and Zao Wou-Ki. Please come to the Battersea Art Fair from 8th to 10th of March to discover among other, the first ever Abstract Atlas of the World without borders nor countries. In this Atlas, you will enjoy a borderless journey on all six continents.
Represented by VC-Art
Booth B7
Discount code for Columbia Alumni: VCHP
Columbia Venture Community (CVC) 2019 Survey
Your CVC committee is excited to help make this a productive year for you by bringing you opportunities to network and learn. First though, we need some input from you! Please tell us who you are and what you're most interested.
Seeking your partnership – Columbia's CEO Summer Internship Program
The Columbia Experience Overseas (CEO) program offers Columbia students high quality internship experiences in a diverse array of industries in London through alumni and employer partnerships.
Have a 2019 summer internship you'd like to promote to Columbia students? Contact Kate McCormick, Employer & Alumni Relations: [email protected].
CUCL Mentorship — Mentors Needed
The Columbia University Club of London is looking for mentors... and we hope one of those mentors will be you!
Being a mentor means giving back to the Columbia community on your own terms and doesn't require any specific background or time commitments. All backgrounds are more than welcome—it's simply about being open to connecting with a fellow Columbia alum with similar interests, and potentially acting as a sounding board or sharing your own experience depending on your future mentees objectives. To participate, click here to sign-up with a 2 minute survey, specify your background and whether you're interested in a lighter-touch relationship (phone call, emails) or building a longer lasting relationship. We'll then be able to match you with a mentee that could benefit from your experience and shares similar objectives.