General Studies Lounge

Friday evening a large group of General Studies newcomers gathered at Alma Mater to engage in some fun social activities away from Morningside.

As part of GSCC’s Pre-Orientation schedule, the brand spanking new students embarked on their first experience hanging out afterhours in New York City. Led by alum, Joel Pichardo GS’08, the group trekked down to the East Village and hopped from several dive bars to classier liquor establishments. Newbies enjoyed the mix of cheap prices and high quality company while discussing what lies ahead in their first Columbia semester.

The group enjoyed the night as much as they could; staying out until the wee hours of the morning to savor what is left of their free time.

Special thanks to Joel Pichardo, Robert Clemens, James Agapoff, Kristen Hutzler, and Helena Lellis for participating with this event.