Fall 2026 Workshops & Events

The Office of Work/Life invites you to explore our fall workshop offerings.

Program areas include:

Housing
Early Education, Child Care & Parenting
Schooling
Aging & Adult/Elder Care

Visit the Work/Life video library to access past programming anytime.

Housing

The Process of Purchasing a Property in New York City

Wednesday, October 7th
12:00 – 1:30pm
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How Do I Obtain a Mortgage… And Can I Afford It?

Thursday, October 29th
12:00 – 1:30pm
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The Process of Purchasing a Property in the Suburbs

Friday, November 13th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Early Education, Child Care & Parenting

Big Joys, Big Challenges, Big Feelings: Group for Parents of Children 2-5

Monthly on Fridays
September 25th, October 23rd, November 20th, December 11th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Discovering Columbia University's Affiliated Early Learning Centers

Various dates/times in November

Navigating the Elementary Years: Group for Parents of Children Ages 6-10

Monthly
October 16th, November 16th, December 18th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Schooling

Navigating NYC Independent School Kindergarten Admissions: A Guide for Parents of 2027 Applicants

Tuesday, September 29th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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The Ins and Outs of Applying to NYC Independent Middle & High Schools (Grades 6-12)

Thursday, October 1st
12:00 – 1:00pm
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NYC Public Middle School Admissions: Strategies for Success

Monday, October 5th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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NYC Public High School Admissions: Strategies for Success

Wednesday, October 7th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Understanding the Financial Aid and Affordability at Independent K-12th Grade Schools

Thursday, October 8th
6:00 – 7:00pm
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NYC Public Kindergarten Admissions: Strategies for Success

Wednesday, October 14th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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College Coach

The following webinars are presented by Bright Horizons College Coach.

Preparing College Applications

Tuesday, September 22nd
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Navigating the FAFSA and Other Financial Aid Applications

Thursday, October 15th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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Saving for College

Tuesday, November 10th
3:00 – 4:00pm
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PSAT – What a Score Means, Why It Matters

Thursday, December 10th
3:00 – 4:00pm
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Aging & Adult/Elder Care

Dignity and Practicalities: Elder Care Discussion Group

Monthly on Wednesdays
September 30th, October 28th, November 18th, and December 16th
1:00 – 2:00pm
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Beyond Caregiving: Connecting Through Family Stories & Oral History

Part 1: Wednesday, November 11th
Part 2: Wednesday, December 16th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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All About Medicare

Tuesday, December 8th
12:00 – 1:00pm
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