Program Related Student Organizations
There are more than 30 recognized official student organizations active at Teachers College. In addition, there are numerous other student organizations available to Teachers College students through Columbia University. The missions for these organizations range from professional networking, academic enrichment, advocacy, to social interactions.
Please check the website or visit the Office of Student Affairs (OSA), located in 528 West 121st St., Room 155, for more information and to subscribe to their newsletter.
Sustainability Task Force (STF)
TC Sustainability Task Force is a student organization dedicated to growing a sustainable culture and advocating for sustainable changes at Teachers College, in partnership with the new TC Center for Sustainable Futures.
Contact: STF@tc.columbia.edu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/tcstf/
Current Issues in Comparative Education (CICE)
CICE is a leading open-access online academic journal from Teachers College, Columbia University.
Email: cice@tc.columbia.edu
Website: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/cice/
Decolonization Study Group (DSG)
CICE: The Podcast
CICE: The Podcast is a student-led podcast that connects academic research in the field of international and comparative education to the current vents they inform and explain.
Email: cicethepodcast@gmail.com
Website: https://cicethepodcast.weebly.com/
Society for International Education (SIE)
Society for International Education (SIE) provides opportunities for students, staff and faculty in the broad field of comparative and international education to interface, network and share information with regards to events and employment opportunities that are relevant to international education.
Email: sie_studentorg@tc.columbia.edu
Website: https://sietc.weebly.com/
Association of Latin American Scholars (ALAS)
Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) is aimed at creating an academic, cultural, and social network within the Latin American community at Teachers College by embracing students from numerous countries.
Email: alas.tc.columbia@gmail.com
Coalition of Latino/a Scholars (CLS)
Members of the Coalition of Latinx Scholars (CLS) promote awareness and knowledge of academic, social, political, and cultural issues that concern the Latinx community at Teachers College and beyond. We engage in efforts to further an equitable, diverse, just, and progressive education for all.
Contact: CLS@tc.columbia.edu
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoalitionOfLatinxScholars/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tc_cls/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cls_tc
Asian & Pacific Islanders in America (APIA)
Asian Pacific Islanders in America (APIA) Initiative seeks to educate the TC community regarding APIA issues in politics, education and in the community. The Initiative also strives to take action and sustain positive change for APIA and underrepresented groups.
Email: apiainitiative@gmail.com
African Studies Working Group (ASWG)
The mission of the African Studies Working Group is to create a community of graduate students passionate about education in Africa and the African Diaspora. We have three objectives:
Develop a supportive network of students, scholars, and practitioners with interests in the field of African studies and Education in Africa and the African Diaspora.
Provide opportunities for students to develop their scholarly interests and academic pursuits related to African education.
Create and maintain partnerships with other Africa-focused student groups and organizations, both locally and globally.
Website: https://www.instagram.com/tc_aswg1/
Contact: ASWG@tc.columbia.edu
Development in South Asia (DISHA)
Development in South Asia (DISHA), is a student organization that aspires to strengthen the TC community by representing South Asia through Cultural, Outreach, and Educational initiatives, catering to the interests of both South Asian and Non-South Asian affiliates at TC and Columbia University.
Contact: DISHA@tc.columbia.edu
Website: https://dishatc.weebly.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DISHATC/
Peace Education Network (PEN)
PEN at TC is a community of educators, scholars, and activists who are committed to the field of Peace Education. We focus on the challenges facing practice by offering practical experience and skill-building opportunities through events such as workshops, brown-bag discussions and project visits.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/PeaceEdNetworkTC/
Contact: pen__studentorg@tc.columbia.edu
Friends of Japan (FOJ)
FOJ seeks to celebrate the Japanese culture and encourage networking through programming with other Japanese organizations. Special emphasis is on Language Exchange activities to support members who wish to practice their English-speaking skills, as well as assist those who wish to practice Japanese.