About Us

Mission

The Office of Work/Life promotes the University's commitment to a working and learning environment supportive of its faculty, researchers, administrators, staff and students in their pursuit of productive and fulfilling professional and personal lives.

The office has three primary goals:

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enhance the experience of Columbia University as a family-supportive institution

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promote awareness and utilization of Columbia University's existing work/life initiatives

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improve work/life policies, benefits, services, programs, practices, and culture throughout the University

In support of its mission

In support of its mission, the Office of Work/Life offers programs and services that lay the foundation for a university culture supportive of both work and life.

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 The Office of Work/Life assists members of the Columbia community when they are facing typical life events and transitions.

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The Office of Work/Life works to address the needs of all types of family structures, careers, and issues unique to the University community.

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 This is accomplished through policy work, work/life programs and services, workshops and presentations, and the gathering and sharing of informational resources.

Collaborations and Committees

The Office of Work/Life collaborates with other administrative and academic units across the University's campuses, as well as with external organizations that can help support the needs of the Columbia community.

View a comprehensive list of these committees and collaborations.

Our Team

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