SIPA: School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University

Faculty Handbooks

Columbia University Faculty Handbook
This faculty handbook is intended only to provide information for the guidance of Columbia University faculty and officers of research.

DIPA Faculty Handbook
This faculty handbook is a reference tool for all faculty members to inform them of the policies and procedures of the Department of International and Public Affairs (DIPA) and of the University. DIPA's general office telephone numbers are (212) 854-3213, (212) 854-3239 and (212) 854-7375. We have included information on how this administrative office operates, and—equally important—what this office requests of each faculty member to facilitate its operation.

• Teaching at SIPA: Faculty Guide (pdf)

If you encounter a problem or process that has not been addressed by this handbook, please let us know. For answers to other frequently asked questions, click on "Faculty and Staff" in the left-hand side main menu for additional information about SIPA and University policies and procedures.   

Posting Your Syllabus on CourseWorks

All faculty are required to post their current syllabus on CourseWorks at least one month before the beginning of classes.  The following guide contains step-by-step information for posting syllabi:

• Syllabi: How to Post on CourseWorks (pdf)