Arms outstretched. Eyes locked ahead. Head slightly tilted. The perfect pose. “No, do something silly!” Showing off my best grin and trying to remain composed while my mom complained I wasn’t being ...

Located at the corner of Wright and Green streets, to the side of Altgeld Hall and in the heart of campus, the Alma Mater statue endures as one of the most recognizable sites at the University. Alma ...

Unidentified protesters poured red paint over the bust of the famous “Alma Mater” (1903) statue on Columbia University’s Manhattan campus on the first day of classes, Tuesday, September 3. The ...

Columbia University's Alma Mater statue, home to a hidden owl, has sparked various legends and debates over the years. Some believed finding the owl foretold future success, while others tied it to ...