Explore Manhattanville
Video Tours
Take a behind-the-scenes look at how Dear Mama located in the Jerome L. Greene Science Center creates its signature Mexico City Mocha, and meet CEO and Founder Zachary Sharaga.
As the campus expands and the gallery’s public offerings grow, this video will take you on a personal tour of the Wallach to help you further explore art happening uptown.
In this video, we meet Dawn Demry, the president and founder of The Little Hot Dog Wagon, which opened in 2017. The following year, Demry jump-started her career with the SBDC.
Our Commitment to Community
Columbia University has a long-standing history of working together with our local community, and as we build our Manhattanville campus. Check out a few programs developed just for our neighbors, and see the full list at our Programs and Resources Directory.
Two major agreements codify the University's commitment to new investment in our local community. They are the Community Benefits Agreement, in partnership with the West Harlem Development Corporation, and the Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions with Empire State Development.
A Rich History
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Start here to get an overview of the history of Manhattanville. From a century ago when Manhattanville was a bustling port and rail cargo hub to now where the campus has opened up with new public spaces, food and retail businesses, and educational opportunities for both students and neighbors.