Join ISSO staff throughout the summer of 2026 on a number of excursions and experiences in and around New York City, the greatest city in the world! Experience the city as locals do. Explore the celebrations, festivals, markets, and happenings this summer in NYC with ISSO staff and members of the Columbia University international community. Spouses and families of CU international students and scholars are welcome to join!
The month of June celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride in the U.S. and in many places around the world to recognize the ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community (Learn more here). The inaugural Pride March took place in 1970, one year after the Stonewall Uprising, and has since evolved into an annual civil rights demonstration. Its purpose has expanded over time to encompass raising awareness about the fight against AIDS and honoring those we have lost to illness, violence, and neglect. ISSO will join the larger Columbia University group and walk together in the parade!
Learn more about the NYC Pride events here.
ISSO will arrange a meeting place for all who are marching with us. Everyone is responsible for their own MTA subway ticket and any purchases made throughout the day. Detailed instructions will be shared with those who sign-up! We hope you can join.!
Columbia University makes every effort to accommodate individuals with disabilities. If you require disability accommodations to attend an event at Columbia University, please contact Disability Services ([email protected] or 212-854-2388) at least 10 days in advance of the event. Requests for CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) or sign language interpretation require two weeks' notice.
ISSO reserves the right to capture and use images (including video, photo, audio) of participants at this event in its current or future marketing materials. These materials include but are not limited to: social media, digital and/or print posters, email and web-based materials. By attending and participating in this event, you are consenting to having your image captured for these purposes. If you have concerns about your likeness being used, please reach out to [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
