Columbia University announced Maria Ressa as a new faculty member.
On April 13, 2022, Columbia University announced that Maria Ressa would join its School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) as a Professor of Professional Practice. This appointment recognizes Ressa's expertise in journalism and her contributions to public discourse on media freedom and digital ethics. Her role at Columbia SIPA positions her to influence the next generation of policy leaders and communicators, instilling in them the values of integrity and transparency that define her career. Ressa's association with an influential institution like Columbia expands her outreach and strengthens her advocacy work, allowing her to share her vast knowledge in combating disinformation and defending democratic justice across various platforms.