On October 22nd, SUMASA is hosting a screening of “On Cities: A Virtual Gathering”. The event involves a screening of a 3 part non-verbal film about life in cities broadcast simultaneously in 30 global venues. After each part of the film, there will be a discussion about the themes in the film, including "What can urban history teach us?" and "What are the scope of urban challenges?". The Columbia discussion will be led by faculty with specialities in sustainability and urban planning.

On Saturday, October 20th, around 30 SUMA students participated in the first ever SUMASA Sustainable Scavenger Hunt. The participants were split into five teams and given clues for sustainable sites around Manhattan including a LEED building on the Columbia campus, a solar powered billboard in Times Square, a carbon neutral bakery in NoLita, and ending with drinks under the High Line as a reward for completing the hunt. As well as being a fun break from studying for SUMA students, the event raised $430 for NY Cares Winter Wishes Program, which will provide holiday gifts for disadvantaged children, teens, and families.