March 20, 2025

Professor Jeanne Stellman has been studying a cohort of American Legionnaires for over 35 years. Her research highlights how the combat experiences of their youth have profoundly impacted their lives, contributing to early mortality and heightened risks for diabetes and other chronic illnesses. In her presentation, she shares key findings from this long-term study and examines the persistent challenges veterans face in gaining recognition and treatment for their service-related health conditions.

Jeanne Mager Stellman, PhD, is Professor Emerita and Special Lecturer at Columbia’s Mailman School of Public Health. A leader in environmental and occupational health, she has conducted pioneering research on Agent Orange and Vietnam veterans. She has led major public health initiatives, advised government agencies, and championed Yiddish language preservation.

EPIC’s lunch concert at Faculty House will take place on Monday, March 31. Lunch will be served at noon, followed by the concert beginning just before 12:30 pm. This program is part of EPIC’s intergenerational initiative, which gives students in the Music Performance Program an opportunity to showcase their talents while receiving a modest stipend. For EPIC members, it’s a wonderful chance to experience performances by some of Columbia’s most talented student musicians.

Join us for an afternoon of exquisite classical music performed by talented student musicians. Enjoy works by Bach, Chopin, Schumann, Ysaÿe, and Dvořák.

Schumann’s Cello Concerto | Lucas Chen, cello & Rain Hou, piano

Chopin’s Barcarolle | Belinda Zhou, piano

Bach’s Partita in D minor | Susha Edwards, violin

Ysaÿe & Dvořák selections | Raunak Kumar, violin & Rain Hou, piano

Bach’s Toccata in E minor | Rain Hou, piano

These concerts are always well attended,

so we encourage you to reserve your seat in advance.

Renowned architectural historian, Professor Andrew Dolkart, will lead a walking tour of Morningside Heights that will focus on the architecture of the area’s educational institutions. He will discuss the planning and design of Columbia, Barnard, Teachers College, and Union Theological Seminary and visit some lesser-known interiors.

10–11 am Class practices breathing techniques and moves through some basic yoga poses, concentrating on alignment, balance, and flexibility.

11:15 am–12:15 pm Gentle/chair yoga, ideal for those of more limited mobility or flexibility.

Professor Emerita Ginny Papaioannou, a registered teacher with the Yoga Alliance, leads EPIC Yoga. No prior experience is required to join.

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.