ALT Ornate iron gate with the name "Columbia" at the entrance, lit by warm orange lighting.

ALT A building with tall columns, part of Columbia University, is in the background. In the foreground, there are green and yellow leaves on a tree.

ALT A group of people wearing safety gear are working on a large, orange unmanned science vehicle labeled "1092" at a dockside. The vehicle has solar panels and is suspended by a crane. The background shows urban buildings and water.

ALT The image shows a bronze sculpture of "The Thinker" situated in a grassy area in front of a multi-story brick building on Columbia University's campus with large windows and ornate detailing. The building is partially shaded by trees.

ALT A bright, sunny day at Columbia University with a clear blue sky. Lush trees and neatly trimmed hedges are in the foreground, and a classic red-brick building with white accents is partially visible in the background.

ALT A tall beige building with classical architecture on Columbia University's campus is shown against a clear blue sky. In the foreground, there is a tree with green and reddish leaves.

ALT A tall, multi-story brick building with a classic architectural style stands against a clear blue sky. In the foreground, there are well-maintained shrubs and trees lining a paved pathway leading towards the building.

ALT A forest scene depicting a fire with flames consuming vegetation. Trees stand amidst smoke rising into the sky. Ferns and undergrowth are visible in the foreground.

ALT A person raises a champagne glass at a celebration event in a grand hall with pillars and high ceilings. Guests in the background clap and smile, and tables are covered with blue tablecloths featuring flowers and glasses. The atmosphere appears festive and formal.

ALT A group of 18 people stand together, smiling in front of a blue United Nations backdrop featuring repeated text. Some individuals have their hands raised in a wave. The setting is indoors, with tall curtains and columns in the background.

ALT Two people are engaged in conversation at a formal event. They are surrounded by other attendees. The setting includes elegant decor with tall beige curtains and round tables.

ALT Columbia University President Jennifer Mnookin with Nobel laureates Michael Woodford, Joseph Stiglitz and Martin Chalfie.

ALT Michael Woodford is enthusiastically speaking to a small group in a classroom, gesturing with both hands raised. The room contains chairs, a table with papers, and a screen.

ALT Michael Woodford in professional attire is speaking to a group of students seated in a tiered classroom. The environment appears to be a university lecture hall, with students paying attention and smiling. The atmosphere is engaged and positive.

ALT Michael Woodford holds up two stacks of exam blue books.

ALT A headshot of Columbia University Professor Michael Woodford with text that reads: "Michael Woodford Wins 2026 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics."

ALT A graphic showing Michael Woodford as a black and white sketch with gold accents, with announcing his receiving of the Nobel Prize in Economics.

ALT The image features an illustrated portrait of a person wearing glasses. Text at the top reads, "The Nobel Prize in Literature 2026." The bottom section includes the name "Anne Carson" and a quote praising their literary contributions. It is credited to The Swedish Academy.