Campus Community

Find your people, meet your support team, explore the charm of your new neighborhood, and tap into the traditions on campus and the energy of 4,500 Columbia College undergraduates who will soon become your classmates, teammates and friends for the next four years, and far beyond.

Students gathered under illuminated trees on Columbia's College Walk

Columbia Traditions

Life as a Lion includes annual traditions and milestones — some official and some not so official. Learn more about what you can look forward to during your time on campus.

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Your Support Teams

When you need advice and you’re not sure where to start, you can reach out to any part of your network to be connected with the best office and resource to help you. Get to know a few of the offices that will be part of your support network.

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Student Groups

Undergraduate Student Life advises 350-plus student groups.

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Belonging and Identity

Get to know Multicultural Affairs, the Office of University Life, and the University Policies that govern our campus community.

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The Lions: Athletics

Through Columbia Athletics, home to 32 varsity teams, there are numerous opportunities to support the Lions and show your school spirit (roar, lion, roar!).