This Week in ESP...

Tuesday, Feb 24
Corporate Responsibilities to Respect Human Rights - What Can be Expected from 'Big Pharma'?
12:30 to 2:00 p.m. URIS 141
Speaker: Klaus M. Leisinger, President, CEO, Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development
Contact: Matt Lowenbraun, mlowenbraun09@gsb.columbia.edu
Web Site: http://www4.gsb.columbia.edu/events/view?main.id=49219

The Student Environmental Coalition at SIPA (SECs) First Meeting
8:00 p.m. IAB room 404

MPA-ESP Dodge Ball
9:00 p.m. Dodge Physical Fitness Center


Wednesday, Feb 25
Workshop (Required)--Career Service Session by Professor Steven Cohen and OCS
9:00-10:00 p.m. IAB room 407

Environmental Careers Speaker Series: Climate Change Intelligence
1:00-2:00PM IAB room 413
Contact: Betty esc2148@columbia.edu
Join us for a discussion with Jessica Haller, MPA-ESP'08 and COO of Svante Scientific, about the current state of climate consulting and how a recent SIPA graduate is navigating the interface of science and policy in the private sector. Jessica Haller graduated from the MPA in Environmental Science and Policy program at Columbia in May of 2008. She currently serves as Chief Operating Officer of Svante Scientific, a firm that consults businesses concerning the effect of climate change on the private sector. As COO, Jessica manages product development, marketing, and human resources strategy. Jessica is also a LEED Accredited Professional with the US Green Building Council and an active member of The Climate Project.
Moderator: Nathan Chan, MPA-ESP'09
Refreshments will be served.


Thursday, Feb 26
SECs Social
9:00-11:00 p.m. Back Room at Havana Central (W 114th St & Broadway)