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Bwog Independent news blog at Columbia University. Send tips at [email protected]. Bwog is an independent, student-run campus news site.

After being launched in January 2006 as the online incarnation of The Blue and White magazine– intended to post stories that warranted immediate attention, such as free food alerts and breaking news—Bwog developed into Columbia’s preeminent campus blog separate from the magazine. While our focus remains set on the university and we retain ties to The Blue and White, we are a financially and admini

stratively independent organization, published by Blue and White Publishing Inc. Bwog is completely student-run and publishes multiple posts a day during the academic year. Our goal is to alert students to information of interest and offer a critical perspective on life at Columbia. This includes news from the administration, campus gossip, and events—in addition to, still, free food. We post what you should have heard about as a member of the Columbia community, packaged with bad puns and coarse jokes. Bwog’s rise to legitimacy came with the Minuteman protests in the fall of 2006. Other highlights in Bwog history include September 2007 when Ahmadinejad came to campus—thus creating our beloved Hawkmadinejad—comprehensive coverage of Operation Ivy League in winter 2010, breaking the news on Dean Moody-Adams’ resignation in summer 2011, and the spring 2012 announcement of President Barack Obama as Barnard’s commencement speaker. As seen in the case of Obamanard, the Bwog comment section is vibrant and active. This space is intended for readers to discuss relevant topics constructively and respectfully. Bwog leaves it largely self-moderated, but reserves the right to step in, as per our comment policy. If you are interested in joining Bwog or have juicy news and gossip, email us at [email protected], or come to our open weekly meetings every Sunday at 7 pm in the Lerner SGO. For inquiries concerning advertisements, contact [email protected].

Meet Joni, the newest addition to the Bwamily!
25/01/2025

Meet Joni, the newest addition to the Bwamily!

Oh, to be a fat orange cat with nine college-aged moms. From stray to slay, as my dad said. Deputy News Editor Riley Stacy and Internal Editor Chancey Stefanos had a fun winter break—particularly the last 24 hours of break, during which they decided it was time to get a move on their dreams of [.....

Read about NYC child care centers at risk of closure and more in today's Bwoglines.
25/01/2025

Read about NYC child care centers at risk of closure and more in today's Bwoglines.

Five child care centers in Brooklyn and Queens face potential closures. Content warning: mentions of sexual assault and substance abuse Happening in the World: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa signed into law a bill that allows the state to seize land without compensation if “it is ‘just ...

Bwog loves procrastinating (just kidding don't do it).
24/01/2025

Bwog loves procrastinating (just kidding don't do it).

Bwog kicks off the semester by answering an age-old question: how do you stop procrastinating? Dear Bwog, How do I make a good study schedule and stop procrastinating? Love, Professional Procrastinator  Dear Professional Procrastinator, When work gets overwhelming, it can feel a lot less stressful ...

Want to make CULPA a better place? Here’s how.
24/01/2025

Want to make CULPA a better place? Here’s how.

We know it, we love it, we rely on it a little too much sometimes. CULPA is a blessing and a curse, but we can all work to make it a little better. CULPA is notorious, but it needs to be taken with a grain of salt. A wise person once offered me some insightful […]

Don't worry if you deleted TikTok, now is the perfect time to actually try new things.
24/01/2025

Don't worry if you deleted TikTok, now is the perfect time to actually try new things.

We miss TikTok. I’m sure every Columbia student reacted differently to the impending news of the TikTok ban on January 19, 2025. One of the last days of our winter break for us as loyal TikTok users were spent mournfully doomscrolling, dreading when our beloved app would no longer be available. We...

Trump's Executive Order prohibiting birthright citizenship for migrants temporarily in the US or without legal status ha...
24/01/2025

Trump's Executive Order prohibiting birthright citizenship for migrants temporarily in the US or without legal status has been blocked.

Same-sex marriage is legalized in Thailand. Editor Warning: Mentions of gun violence Happening in the World: On Thursday, same-sex marriage was legalized in Thailand through the enactment of the Marriage Equality Act. Over 1800 couples had been married by the end of Thursday. Thailand is the first c...

The day before every FDOC, Barnard and Columbia students alike are met with an unpleasant reminder.
23/01/2025

The day before every FDOC, Barnard and Columbia students alike are met with an unpleasant reminder.

Upon returning from winter break, many Barnard and Columbia students were rudely awakened to the fact that they could not access the other school’s dining halls until the semester officially started, causing trouble for many hungry students. Picture this: I, a Barnard student, just arrived back fr...

Baby it's cold outside, so why do we call it spring?
23/01/2025

Baby it's cold outside, so why do we call it spring?

No because why do we call it that? Why do we lie to ourselves? The scheduled chaos has sprung—it’s official: winter break is over. Well, at least the break part, because the winter part is still very much alive and making itself known. Despite the fact that we’ve officially started the Spring ...

Bwog is the perfect place to fight that winter chill.
23/01/2025

Bwog is the perfect place to fight that winter chill.

Are you interested in joining Bwog? Take a break from the cold and join us for our first open meeting in Lerner 510 at 9 pm on Sunday! Brrrr. It’s so cold out. Lucky for you, Bwog has the hottest writers on campus. Now that the new semester is starting, you should definitely check us […]

Are you addicted to doom-scrolling? How does it make you feel? Could we be doing better as a community?
23/01/2025

Are you addicted to doom-scrolling? How does it make you feel? Could we be doing better as a community?

For those who are not one, the Oxford English Dictionary defines a screenager as “A young person who spends a lot of time watching television or using a computer, smartphone, etc.; a young person, typically in his or her teens or twenties, who is familiar with and adept at using digital technology...

Who are you rooting for this year?
23/01/2025

Who are you rooting for this year?

Emilia Pérez and Wicked are in the lead for this year’s Academy Awards with 13 and 10 respective nominations. Happening in the World: A23a, one of the world’s oldest and largest icebergs, is en route to collide with South Georgia, a remote British island. The iceberg, which measures 3,500 squar...

How to survive the second semester at Barnumbia.
22/01/2025

How to survive the second semester at Barnumbia.

Navigating the challenges of a new semester and how to find balance between academic success and mental well-being. As the new semester begins it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Balancing coursework, deadlines, and maintaining a semblance of a social life is going to be a challenge but with great orga...

This Week In Bworts is back for 2025!
22/01/2025

This Week In Bworts is back for 2025!

First TWIB of 2025! Highlights: The two remaining undefeated Ivy League women’s basketball teams went head to head on Monday, and Columbia came out victorious. Columbia beat Princeton 58-50 for their first home game in 47 days. A game-high 18 points were scored by Cecelia Collins (CC ’25), who a...

This Bwogger attempts to warm up without a proper coat!
22/01/2025

This Bwogger attempts to warm up without a proper coat!

Frantically checking my email for a mailroom notification. Here’s my conundrum: My big, beautiful puffer coat does not arrive for several days, and the weather on campus is… cold. Because of my lack of adequate clothing I’ve had to get creative. Here are some ways I’ve been staying warm on B...

Music for our Winter Wonderland.
22/01/2025

Music for our Winter Wonderland.

Because who doesn’t need a curated soundtrack for every scenario? It’s inevitable. It’s unavoidable. It’s beautiful. It’s a hassle. Whether we like it or not, winter has arrived and will be with us for a while. Though the festive holiday cheer has long passed, the cold, the snow, and the w...

Want to get involved with Columbia's performing arts community? Check out our round up of auditions happening this semes...
22/01/2025

Want to get involved with Columbia's performing arts community? Check out our round up of auditions happening this semester!

Are you interested in getting involved with the performing arts community on campus? Start your semester off right by trying out a new group or activity!  Did we miss your group? Send us an email at [email protected] so we can add you to our list! Music A ca****la Tuesday, January 21 to Thursday, Janua...

Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) held a walkout on the first day of classes in support of Palestine.
22/01/2025

Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) held a walkout on the first day of classes in support of Palestine.

Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) held a walkout on the first day of classes, protesting on campus and along streets near campus. On January 21, Columbia University Apartheid Divest (CUAD) organized a walkout on the first day of classes. Originally calling for the protest in an Instagram p...

There's nothing like walking to an 8:40 when it's 12 degrees outside.
22/01/2025

There's nothing like walking to an 8:40 when it's 12 degrees outside.

A rare winter storm is affecting parts of the South Atlantic region. Happening in the World: Mittens, an eight-year-old Maine C**n cat, flew for 24 hours after being forgotten in an Air New Zealand aircraft. The cat’s owner, Margo Neas, was informed at the Melbourne Airport that the plane Mittens ...

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Barnard CARES has confirmed reports of a fire in the Quad. Residents have been evacuated, and emergency vehicles have responded to the scene.

Breaking news as Thanksgiving approaches— turkey rampaging across campus! (Oh, and Bwideo’s back😘)

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CUCR Protest
CUCR Protest

Tonight, Mike Cernovich, known alt-right speaker, spoke at a CUCR event in Lerner. This is a video from the protest outside. We will be posting an article about it later tonight.

Rally against anti-Muslim Racism happening on Low Steps

Our "mannequin challenge" in Butler 209

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