2025 CUAFA Gala

Please join us for the 4th Columbia University Asian Faculty Association (CUAFA) Gala Dinner, an evening dedicated to celebrating CUAFA's achievements, recognizing the excellence and voices of Asian faculty at Columbia, and raising funds to support the Association’s initiatives. This festive gathering brings together faculty, students, alumni, and friends of Columbia for an inspiring night of community, networking, and celebration.

This year, we are honored to present the Lifetime Achievement Award to David D. Ho, MD, Clyde ‘56 and Helen Wu Professor of Medicine, Professor of Microbiology & Immunology, and Director of the Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center, in recognition of his groundbreaking work and enduring impact on global health. We will also confer the CUAFA Young Investigator Award, spotlighting the next generation of extraordinary talent.

The Gala will also feature a performance by Uptown Vocal (A Columbia student cappella Group).

Your attendance and contributions help sustain CUAFA’s mission to foster professional development, mentorship, and inclusion within the Columbia community. Don’t miss this opportunity to support and applaud the outstanding accomplishments of our honorees and celebrate the excellence of Asian faculty at Columbia!

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