Mission
CLQ is dedicated to building a tight-knit, supportive community for women in the male-dominated field of Quantitative Finance. With only 20% of the industry represented by women—and even fewer in leadership roles—our goal is to provide opportunities for growth, collaboration, and hands-on experience to inspire the next generation of female leaders in finance. Through our efforts, we aim to illuminate this niche and elusive field to the talented women on our campus.
What Sets Us Apart?
We focus on action, not just theory. CLQ is all about doing, creating opportunities for members to gain practical, real-world experience and skills through:
• Competing in Quant Events: Represent Columbia at competitions
hosted by other universities.
• Hosting Inspiring Female Speakers: Learn from industry leaders who
share actionable insights and personal stories.
• On-Site Visits to Funds in NYC: Go behind the scenes at leading firms and connect directly with professionals.
We aim to foster collaboration, not just networking. Our projects and events emphasize teamwork, problem-solving, and building strong relationships.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a supportive team in a traditionally competitive space.
• Gain hands-on experience that stands out on resumes.
• Learn from trailblazing women at the intersection of finance and STEM.
• Participate in a growing initiative with opportunities for executive roles.
"The secret sauce is hiring great people, providing a great infrastructure, collaborating across the board, and sharing profits with everyone."
Jim Simons
