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From the Director
What do El Niño and global warming mean
for people living on Earth?
Advances in climate modeling and prediction
have changed the landscape of human knowledge. For drought-stricken
farmers of the developing world, for shantytown dwellers at
the mercy of hurricanes and mud slides, for governments trying
to make the most of limited resources as they strive for development,
and for the multibillion dollar insurance and food industries,
this new scientific knowledge can offer better ways to respond
to the problems and opportunities created by a varying climate.
But decision makers must understand how to make effective
use of this new knowledge.
The need for professionals who understand the links between
climate and society is acute, and grows ever more so as human
activity alters the global atmosphere. The Columbia M.A. in
Climate and Society gives you the knowledge and skills
to meet this need.
Columbia University is home to leading researchers in the
fields of climate change, climate prediction, and earth and
atmospheric sciences. We have unparalleled experience in training
policymakers, leaders, and thinkers in the heart of New York
City, home to the United Nations and the seat of world politics.
One innovative program brings together dedicated individuals
from all over the world to study and shape our common fate.
I invite you to come to New York and learn with us.
Mark A. Cane
G. Unger Vetlesen Professor of Earth and Climate Science
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The need for professionals who understand
the links between climate and society is acute, and grows
ever more so as human activity alters the global atmosphere.
The Columbia M.A. in Climate and Society gives you
the knowledge and skills to meet this need.
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Kuena Morebotesane of Lesotho
Climate and Society Graduate
Class of 2006
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