Dr. Katrina A. Armstrong, recently appointed as Columbia University's interim president, faces the challenge of leading the university through a period of turmoil. She is known for her leadership during the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing, and she now steps into a new role as Columbia grapples with protests, accusations of antisemitism, and the resignation of its former president. Dr. Armstrong's background in medicine and her experience as the executive vice president for health and biomedical sciences at Columbia make her a unique choice for the role. Her appointment comes at a time when other Ivy League universities also have interim presidents with diverse backgrounds. Dr. Armstrong's leadership style emphasizes empathy, respect, and dialogue, as evidenced by her previous responses to challenging situations. The university community looks to her to navigate the current challenges and lead Columbia forward.