May 7, 2026

Join us for an engaging afternoon featuring community updates, insights from academic leadership, and a lively end-of-year reception with great food, jazz, and conversation. Spouses and partners welcome.

11:30 am–12:30 pm

Amy Hungerford will present “A Brief Overview of the State of the Arts and Sciences at Columbia,” followed by a Q&A and discussion. Professor Hungerford is Executive Vice President of Arts and Sciences and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences.

12:30–2 pm

End-of-the-Year Reception

Enjoy great food, live jazz, and conversation. Members are welcome to bring a guest.

General Meeting Agenda

Advocacy Report: Retiree Medical Benefits, Dental Benefits, and other issues

Brief Program Updates:

• Drama Society (Connie Nathanson)
• Yoga (Virginia Papaioannou)
• Aging Support Network (Carol Liebman)
• Chalmers Graduate Scholars Lectures (Daniel Thys)

Election of the Steering Committee and Officers for 2026–27

Approval of the 2026–27 Budget

Join Professor Emerita Ginny Papaioannou this summer for EPIC Yoga, a welcoming, in-person yoga class held at Columbia University and designed for all experience levels. These accessible sessions focus on flexibility, strength, and relaxation, promoting both physical and mental well-being. Summer 2025 class dates: May 12, June 2, June 23, and July 14.

No prior experience is needed, and all EPIC members are welcome. Interested in participating or learning more? Email epic@columbia.edu.

Known for electrifying performances and adventurous programming, Grammy-winning quintet Imani Winds perform works by Valerie Coleman, Lalo Schifrin, and Henry Tomasi—three composers influenced by French culture, jazz, and folk traditions. More info:

https://www.millertheatre.com/events/imani-winds-french-connection

During Miller’s popular free and fun series, Pop-Up Concerts, the audience sits right on stage for hour-long, early-evening performances by today's virtuosos. 

Renew securely online by making your annual

tax-deductible contribution to EPIC.

Or mail a check to:

Emeritus Professors in Columbia (EPIC)

202A Philosophy Hall, 1150 Amsterdam Avenue

Mail Code 9215

New York, NY 10027

Emeritus Professors in Columbia (EPIC) brings Columbia academic retirees together in professional and social fellowship with regular talks, fall and spring receptions, music performances, yoga, and sessions providing practical financial advice. It also sponsors the Douglas Chalmers Graduate Scholars Lectureship for young doctoral and post-doctoral scholars. EPIC is your powerful advocate for the retiree community.

Do you have questions about EPIC? Email us at epic@columbia.edu.