Former US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has been appointed as a Carnegie Distinguished Fellow at Columbia University's Institute of Global Politics (IGP), a move that has sparked both praise and criticism. Pompeo will begin his role in March 2025, engaging with students and faculty on topics related to diplomacy, leadership, and decision-making. Columbia University has faced intense scrutiny over allegations of antisemitism and political bias on campus, and Pompeo's appointment comes at a time when the university is under pressure to ensure ideological diversity and a balanced academic environment.