Marlena Gittleman

Professor’s book meshes satire and self-reflection

Professor Sam Lipsyte's newest book tackles metaphysical questions with a wink.

Central Park reading spots for balmy spring afternoons

Central Park offers often-overlooked reading nooks for Columbia students. From the inspired by literature to the just plain tranquil, a trip outside the bubble can help mix up routines.

Exploring Kerouac’s New York, students won’t miss a Beat

Many of Jack Kerouac's Manhattan haunts are still open for a visit, in honor of what would be his 88th birthday on March 12.

Like his work, Koestenbaum defies categorization

Wayne Koestenbaum delivered the February installment of the School of the Arts’s Creative Writing Lecture Series to a packed audience at Dodge Hall.