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Columbia University

Sparking arts interest and meaningfully connecting Columbians with incredible arts experiences on campus and around NYC | The Arts Initiative at Columbia...

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Columbia University

Sparking arts interest and meaningfully connecting Columbians with incredible arts experiences on campus and around NYC | The Arts Initiative at Columbia University is a pioneering venture to make arts and culture a meaningful part of every Columbian's experience. Founded in 2004, our diverse programs encourage students, faculty, and staff to experience the creative life of the campus, engage the cultural riches of New York City and the wider world, and create arts and performance. Under the auspices of the Arts Initiative, Columbia students, faculty, and staff attend cultural events across New York City, benefit from ticket discounts and subsidies, and connect with each other through our vibrant arts programming.

General information

Firm type

Endowment

Year founded

1754

Location

Region

North America

Country

United States

City

New York

Corporate office

New York, NY, United States

Principals

Kim Lew

Chief Investment Officer

Nina Scherago

Chief Operating Officer

Sector focus

Private EquityHedge FundsReal EstateVenture CapitalFixed IncomePublic EquitiesInfrastructure

Frequently asked questions

Does Columbia invest directly or primarily through external managers?

Columbia primarily invests through external managers, such as Blackstone and KKR, though it has increased direct co-investments in recent years. The internal team sources and monitors these relationships, focusing on long-term partnerships.

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