My recent experience with Columbia University's interview process left me utterly disappointed and frustrated. I applied for a position, underwent a series of interviews with recruiters, managers, directors, and HR professionals, only to be met with an unprofessional and inconsiderate conclusion. I invested significant time and effort preparing for each interview, ensuring I had a thorough understanding of the role and the organization. The process itself dragged on for several weeks, and at every step, I received positive feedback, with indicators suggesting that I was the perfect fit for the position. It seemed like everything was aligning for a successful collaboration. However, my hopes were dashed when Columbia University chose to ghost me after the exhaustive interview process. Despite their initial enthusiasm and continuous positive affirmations about my qualifications and suitability for the role, the sudden lack of communication was both baffling and disheartening. What's more, my attempts to seek clarification and closure through emails were met with complete silence. This lack of courtesy and professionalism from a prestigious institution such as Columbia University is unacceptable and reflects poorly on their commitment to respecting the time and effort of applicants. In the end, this disappointing experience turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as I eventually secured a far superior role with better compensation and benefits elsewhere. It's disheartening to realize that an institution of Columbia University's stature could be so careless and inconsiderate, leaving me with a negative impression of the university as a whole. I cannot, in good conscience, recommend Columbia University to anyone based on their inconsiderate treatment during the interview process. The institution's lack of communication and disregard for the efforts invested by candidates not only wasted my time but also painted a false picture of their interest in potential employees. Fortunately, I found a more respectful and appreciative workplace elsewhere, sparing me from what would have been a regrettable association with Columbia University.