Design for Social Innovation is a 3.0 SIPA course that brings together interdisciplinary student teams to tackle real-world challenges for nonprofits and public agencies. This year’s theme is AI for Impact, exploring how AI can help organizations expand access, improve services, and increase their impact. Past clients include Apple, Warby Parker, Sesame Workshop, NYC Department of Education, and UNICEF.
Open to undergraduate and graduate students across all 20 Columbia schools! Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early. Deadline: December 31, 2026.