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Cesspool of Vapidity - Libraries Columbia University Employee Review

1.0
9 Jul 2023
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Pros

No. Nothing to see here.

Cons

The dimmest and bigoted people ever encountered. Tons of librarians who admit they don't read is exactly where I want my "education." A complete downgrade in my career where my role was useless and I had far more experience doing my bosses' job and better while there was never a career advancement opportunity for me. I gave it a generous 6 months before I started looking elsewhere. Everyone's such a career monger while many (especially at the leadership level) aren't even good at their jobs. Change for the better across the institution is refused because the mediocrity would become clear. Wouldn't stand up for those of us deprived of COLA raises and lied about /derogated other workers striking for higher wages to create division. Bosses will falsify entire identities of workers behind their backs to spread like gossip to gain "points" for "diversity hires" but if you're not an abled white man they really don't want you here, This place feels haunted.

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5.0
30 Mar 2026
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Pros

Flexibility, Paid time off, College Environment and location, work hours and benefits

Cons

University politics, slow pace (sometimes), Can't really develop your career or move up

1.0
29 May 2026
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Pros

The benefits and work-life balance were generally reasonable.

Cons

The Internal Audit department was one of the most disappointing work environments I have experienced. Columbia promotes a culture of collaboration, trust, and support, but that was not reflected in my experience. Leadership micromanaged employees to an excessive degree, especially on work-from-home days. If you stepped away from your computer for a few minutes, it felt like you had to justify your whereabouts. Rather than encouraging employees to learn and grow, management often made people feel foolish for asking questions or not knowing something immediately. The atmosphere was stressful, morale was low, and trust between leadership and staff was virtually nonexistent. I would not recommend this department to anyone seeking a supportive or professional work environment.

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