The Office of Public Affairs is comprised of two departments: Communications and Government and Community Affairs.
Communications serves as the voice of Columbia, telling the University story as a global research and teaching institution to a range of audiences, including our neighbors in Upper Manhattan. We help craft and execute the overall communications strategy of the University to further the priorities of the president and trustees.
Government and Community Affairs is Columbia’s primary liaison with federal, state, and local government, as well as with residents, community leaders, and civic organizations in the neighborhood. We have special responsibilities with the Manhattanville Campus and the West Harlem Community Benefits Agreement.
Meet Franz Paasche
Franz Paasche is executive vice president for public affairs and communications. He brings to Columbia more than 25 years of experience and expertise in corporate, communications, government, legal, and public affairs. Before joining Columbia, Franz served as the chief corporate affairs officer of PayPal.
Connect With Colleagues
Sign up for WeConnect, a listserv group made up of communications and marketing professionals from across Columbia's campuses. Once you are on the WeConnect listserv, you'll receive information about important events, communication workshops, job postings, and best practices. You'll also be able to share news from your division with the group.
