Ethiopian Eritrean Students Association

Mission

The Ethiopian Eritrean Students Association fosters a sense of community and support among Ethiopian and Eritrean students on campus. We strive to promote cultural awareness and understanding of Ethiopia and Eritrea in the Columbia community, while also providing a space for students to celebrate their heritage and connect with others who share similar experiences. Through educational and social events, we aim to enhance the academic and personal growth of our members, and contribute positively to the Columbia community. We also seek to engage with the wider Ethiopian and Eritrean communities beyond campus..

Current Board

• President: Ruth Dejene
• VP: Fiker Berhanu Zewdie
• Treasurer: Wakuma Tesfaye Yebasse
• Secretary: Bisrat Tilahun
• Social Chair: Mahider Tadesse (Mahi)
• Social Chair: Beza Amare Amsalu
• Cultural Chair: Darik Milkyas Andebo

Events

Ethiopian New Years Celebration Buna and Chill Dance Workshop Adwa Day Celebration EESA Feast (with universities in the Northeast) Speed friending + mentorship Alumni career panels Columbia x NYU EESA spring picnic

Dance Team

The Columbia EESA Dance Team is made up of EESA members with all levels of experience, everyone is welcome to join! We display Ethiopian and Eritrean culture at events on campus such as Afropolitan and African Thanksgiving.