Robert Mulvey

Robert Mulvey is thrilled to begin his work as a University Senator representing the School of General Studies. Prior to Columbia, Robert performed with numerous professional ballet companies around the United States. Robert fought for dancers’ labor rights as a union organizer and directed outreach initiatives. His career was dedicated to protecting dancers and expanding arts access to underserved communities.

Robert is pursuing a B.A. in Philosophy with a concentration in Dance, with plans to pursue research in performance and media studies. His academic interests center on aesthetics, critical theory, and performance studies, with a focus on the relationship between movement, embodiment, and knowledge production. His research is driven by the rich insights scholarship can achieve at the intersection of dance and philosophy.

At Columbia, Robert has been actively involved in student leadership and advocacy, serving as a Senior Resident Advisor, GS Social Media Ambassador, and participant on University committees. His Senate priorities include expanding financial aid access, supporting FGLI and nontraditional students, improving arts and performance space availability, and fostering cross-school collaboration and integration.

Robert is committed to amplifying the voices of GS students and advancing policies that promote equity, academic flexibility, and interschool engagement across the University.