Venue & Experience

Yes, DAX will hold all sessions at Alfred Lerner Hall.

Registration and networking will open at 8:00 AM ET on April 14, 2026 and there will be coffee, juices, water and breakfast foods available during this time. Additionally, there will be refreshments available during the networking breaks. For the innovation showcase there will be coffee, soda and appetizers.

Yes, DAX will be recorded, shared with attendees, and posted on the DSI Youtube channel.

Yes, you may take pictures during the event.

Columbia University is committed to providing an accessible and welcoming environment for faculty, staff, students, guests, visitors and members of the public, and it encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. Individuals with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations or who have questions about physical access may contact the Office of Disability Services.

Alfred Lerner Hall has elevators and wheelchair accessible restrooms. Please find more information about campus access and accessibility services via the Columbia University Visitors Center. If you will need accessibility assistance, please contact dsi-events@columbia.edu.

The event will feature a variety of food options. Please be sure to read the item descriptions at each station.

Alfred Lerner Hall supports the goals laid out in the University's sustainability plan. The building's comprehensive recycling program, resource-conscious operational procedures, and sustainable events practices contribute to overall campus sustainability.