We know you have plenty of wisdom to share, and this academic year, we need it more than ever. As difficult as it is for us to be separated form our friends and the Columbia community this semester, our newest classmates in the Class of 2024 are still beginning to find their communities and home at Columbia. We are looking to you to share this community with them through letter writing.

Below, write a letter to a first-year student with a few words of encouragement, advice for online classes or a guide to thriving at Columbia! You can even include your email for a follow-up conversation.