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Columbia College Chicago Named Top School in 'Variety's' Education Impact Report
Apr 23, 2026
Schools making “Variety’s” prestigious list are recognized for their adaptability in a rapidly changing industry and ability to navigate recent pressures facing higher education.
Guggenheim Fellow Jonathan Castillo MFA ’19 Explores Community, Place, and Power
Apr 22, 2026
Columbia College Chicago alum and faculty Jonathan Castillo shares insight into his work and the ideas shaping his practice.
NBCUniversal Gifts TV Studio Equipment to Support Columbia College Chicago Journalism Students
Apr 20, 2026
Columbia students will work with some exciting new studio equipment this upcoming fall, making their hands-on learning experience even more expansive.
Columbia College Chicago Supports Young Filmmakers at CineYouth Film Festival
Apr 20, 2026
Columbia College Chicago, a sponsor of this year’s CineYouth Film Festival, will play a prominent role at the fest, with student and alum film screenings, an alumni panel discussion, and students and faculty working behind the scenes.
School of Theatre and Dance Announces 2026–2027 Season
Apr 16, 2026
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Theatre and Dance unveils a dynamic 2026–2027 season spanning musicals, comedy, horror, and contemporary adaptations.
Columbia Alum Darlene Mitchell ’13 Advances to “RuPaul’s Drag Race” Finale
Apr 15, 2026
Columbia College Chicago alum Darlene Mitchell ’13 is a finalist on the current season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
Columbia Students Learn in Real-Time at SXSW
Apr 14, 2026
Once again, Columbia College Chicago students travel to SXSW in Austin for an unforgettable experiential learning experience.
Columbia Students Learn From Entertainment Marketing Pros at Netflix
Apr 13, 2026
Thanks to an opportunity made possible through a partnership between Columbia College Chicago and Unity Management, five students in Columbia’s Semester in LA program visit Netflix in Los Angeles.
Adjunct Faculty Member’s Game Wins Award for Technical Achievement
Apr 08, 2026
When not developing award-winning games, William Chyr, adjunct professor of instruction, teaches graduate students at Columbia College Chicago about the games industry and how music intersects with interactive media.
‘Love You, Love Your Work’ Brings Student Art Crawl to Campus
Apr 07, 2026
A new exhibition showcases more than 150 works from Columbia’s foundation courses across three campus galleries.
Columbia Students Recognized by Fashion Scholarship Fund and Virgil Abloh “Post-Modern” Scholars for Industry-Focused Work
Apr 06, 2026
Columbia College Chicago students earn national recognition as FSF Scholars, presenting industry-focused case studies at the FSF LIVE Gala in New York City.
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre Makes Debut With “Urgent Motion/Shared Ground”
Apr 03, 2026
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre brings a powerful mix of dance and live music to Columbia, exploring identity, connection, and community through world premieres and a returning work.
April Events at Columbia College Chicago
Mar 31, 2026
A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
Columbia Student Named Intern of the Year at ESPN Chicago and Lands Job
Mar 27, 2026
Alex Leon, a senior at Columbia College Chicago, secures a highly competitive paid internship that leads to recognition for his work and a job.
Columbia Appoints Adam S. Weiss as Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel Following National Search
Mar 25, 2026
Columbia College Chicago is pleased to announce that Adam S. Weiss has been appointed Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel, following a highly competitive national search led by ZRG Partners.
Festival Of Dance Clubs Showcases Student Choreography
Mar 20, 2026
Columbia College Chicago’s first Festival of Dance Clubs brings student-led performances from Latin to K-pop to the Dance Center March 31–April 3, 2026.
Columbia Professor Blends Sound and Technology to Produce a Unique Audience Experience
Mar 19, 2026
Teerath Majumder, an assistant professor at Columbia College Chicago, taps into his roots for an upcoming performance at Chicago’s Elastic Arts Foundation.
From Waste to Wearable: High School Designers Take on Columbia’s Reinvention Fashion Challenge
Mar 18, 2026
Six high school seniors transformed discarded materials into original garments at Columbia College Chicago’s Reinvention High School Design Challenge, earning scholarships and recognition for innovation, sustainability, and storytelling.
Columbia Theatre Alumni Launch “Spotlight” Series Connecting Students With Industry Leaders
Mar 18, 2026
A new series from Columbia College Chicago’s Theatre Alumni Board connects students with industry professionals through conversations, collaborations, and real-world insight into creative careers.
Record Deal Gives Momentum to Professor Joe Cancellaro's Latest Band
Mar 17, 2026
Joe Cancellaro, a Columbia College Chicago professor and composer, plays bass in a newly signed band, showing students that opportunities for creative collaboration extend far beyond college.
DARKROOM 2026 Marks 50 Years of MoCP
Mar 13, 2026
MoCP celebrated its 50th anniversary with DARKROOM 2026, honoring Joel Sternfeld and raising vital support for exhibitions, acquisitions, and student-centered programming at Columbia College Chicago.
'The Columbia Chronicle' Wins College Media Association Awards
Mar 13, 2026
Columbia College Chicago’s top-notch student-led media outlet recognized again for excellence in collegiate journalism.
GRAMMY-Nominated Alum Encourages Columbia College Chicago Students to Find Mentors
Mar 09, 2026
Audio engineer Mary Mazurek MFA ’11, PhD, president of Columbia College Chicago’s National Alumni Board, reflects on her own educational and career path and the value of mentorship.
Shantay N. Bolton, PhD, Formally Installed as 11th President of Columbia College Chicago
Mar 06, 2026
In a ceremony that blended academic tradition with Columbia’s signature creativity, Dr. Bolton’s investiture marks an important moment in Columbia’s renaissance.
Led by Brian Shaw ’86, Students Create Immersive Experience in “We Make Monsters”
Mar 04, 2026
Columbia College Chicago students build “We Make Monsters,” an immersive, devised production that explores how communities create myth — and monsters — together.
Columbia College Chicago Dance Center’s B-Series Returns With “B-PRESENT” and a Month of Hip Hop and Street Dance Programming
Feb 25, 2026
The Dance Center’s B-Series features guest artists, cyphers, panels, and more –centered around a celebration of Hip Hop, healing, and community.
'Columbia Chronicle' Dominates Illinois College Press Association Awards
Feb 24, 2026
The “Chronicle,” Columbia College Chicago's student-run media outlet, brings home 34 awards — including nine first-place honors and the division sweepstakes title.
Columbia Filmmaker’s Documentary Explores Chicago Power and Politics
Feb 23, 2026
Michael N.J. Wright is director of “Citizen Bowen,” a documentary that looks at Charles “Chuck” Bowen and the role of Black political organizers in Chicago’s Democratic political machine.
Columbia College Chicago Announces Two New Online Graduate Programs: Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management
Feb 20, 2026
Columbia launches two new online graduate programs in Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management, designed for working professionals seeking flexible, industry-connected degrees.
Columbia Students’ Animated Short “Frankie” Selected for Oscar-Qualifying New York International Children’s Film Festival
Feb 19, 2026
“Frankie,” a capstone animated short created by Columbia alums, has been selected for the 2026 New York International Children’s Film Festival.
Alum Brings Hands-On Community Journalism Seminar to Campus
Feb 18, 2026
Journalists Jake Wittich ‘17, managing editor of “Windy City Times,” Anna DeShawn, founder of E3 Radio, and guest speakers share their expertise in a six-week program on community journalism at Columbia College Chicago.
Students Help Bring Columbia’s “Renaissance Rising” Vision to Life in New Mural
Feb 17, 2026
Columbia students collaborate on “Renaissance Rising,” a new Student Center mural inspired by President Bolton’s strategic plan and grounded in real-world professional practice.
RE:CONNECT Exhibition Brings CPS Art Educators’ Creative Work to Columbia College Chicago
Feb 13, 2026
The exhibition at Columbia College Chicago’s C33 Gallery showcases the work of Chicago Public Schools art educators—practicing artists whose creative work often exists alongside their teaching.
Columbia Faculty Collaborate Across Disciplines for Dance Center’s Chicago Premiere of "Floe"
Feb 12, 2026
Faculty from Columbia College Chicago's School of Theatre and Dance contributed choreography, text direction, and sound design to The Seldoms’ climate-focused work.
Masterclass on the Secrets of Script Supervising
Feb 11, 2026
Veteran script supervisor Mia Wicklund MAM ’12 returned to Columbia College Chicago to help prepare students to confidently step onto set in a key film production role.
Columbia's Wenhwa Tsao Screens Personal Short Film at DC Indie Festival
Feb 06, 2026
Wenhwa Tsao, interim co-director of the School of Film and Television at Columbia College Chicago, brings a story of labor, love, and resilience to the DC Independent Film Festival.
Columbia Classes Come Together to Write and Produce Songs at Industry-Level Pace
Feb 03, 2026
Visiting instructor Michelle Leonard, a multiplatinum songwriter, challenges Columbia College Chicago Audio and Music students to write and record 12 songs in one extremely intense and rewarding week.
Columbia’s Semester in LA Returns to the Fox Studio Lot for Speaker Series
Feb 02, 2026
Students from Columbia College Chicago will engage with entertainment industry leaders on the same lot where “Avatar,” “The Sound of Music,” and other great films were made.
“MoCP at Fifty: Collecting Through the Decades” Opens January 26
Jan 27, 2026
“MoCP at Fifty: Collecting Through the Decades” features more than 100 works from the museum’s permanent collection that trace five decades of collecting.
Columbia Faculty, Alums Help Redefine The Second City’s e.t.c Theater
Jan 26, 2026
Columbia College Chicago faculty Anne Libera helped lead The Second City’s shift to an all-improv e.t.c. Theater, reflecting how comedy is evolving to meet audiences in real time.
Bruce Mau Challenges Columbia Students to Design for the Full Human Experience
Jan 22, 2026
Bruce Mau, one of the most influential voices in contemporary design, visited Columbia College Chicago for an immersive presentation that asked students to rethink how design engages the senses.
Battle of the Bands Brings Students Together
Jan 22, 2026
Columbia College Chicago students combine their unique talents to produce a musical competition at a local venue.
Columbia Students Win $35,000 in Scholarships and Gain National Exposure at NRF in New York City
Jan 21, 2026
Columbia students connected with the national industry in New York through NRF competitions, alumni-led site visits, and a J-term immersion linking classroom learning to real-world practice.
Columbia College Chicago's Loren Wells Helps Secure Landmark Copyright Victory
Jan 16, 2026
A law firm co-founded by Associate Professor Loren Wells prevailed in a precedent-setting court decision that affirms music creators’ rights to reclaim their copyrights worldwide.
Faculty Amy M. Mooney Joins Black Metropolis Research Consortium Board, Advances Research on Black Visual History
Jan 15, 2026
Art history professor Amy M. Mooney joins the Black Metropolis Research Consortium board, advancing archival research on Black photographers while creating hands-on opportunities for Columbia students.
MLK Day Playlist: Columbia College Chicago Expert Reflects on Music of the Civil Rights Movement
Jan 15, 2026
Adjunct Professor of Instruction Amina Norman-Hawkins from Columbia College Chicago’s School of Audio and Music creates a playlist of songs important to the Civil Rights Movement in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
And We're Live: Commentary Class Produces Late-Night Talk Show
Jan 08, 2026
Students channel their inner Jimmy Kimmels to create “Columbia After Dark.”
Alum-Led Panel Connects Students With Fashion and Media Industry Leaders
Jan 08, 2026
Autumn Woody ’23 hosted an intimate industry panel at Soho House Chicago, connecting students with leaders in fashion, media, and costume design, and offering candid insight into real-world creative careers.
Alum's Horror Feature Secures Highly Competitive $1 Million California Tax Credit
Jan 06, 2026
Filmmaker Daniel Pico ’02 says the incentive gives new momentum to his film, a once-stalled project now headed toward production.
Students Get a History Lesson by Curating African Textiles
Dec 23, 2025
Fashion becomes history in “Ancient to the Future: African Cloths and Textiles,” an exhibit at Columbia College Chicago that explores African textiles from the past and present that runs until Jan. 6.
Look Who Came to Columbia’s Campus in 2025
Dec 23, 2025
From industry legends to successful alumni to corporate partners, these creatives brought their ideas, experience, and energy to Columbia College Chicago’s campus this year.
Columbia College Chicago’s 25 Favorite Photos of 2025
Dec 19, 2025
From the thousands of images she captured in 2025, Columbia College Chicago alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas ’96 curated 25 standout photos that show Columbia at its best.
Columbia Fashion Students Work With YKK on Real-World Design Challenge
Dec 19, 2025
Zippers took center stage as fashion students partnered with manufacturer YKK on a project connecting concept, construction, and real-world practice.
Top Stories of 2025: What Readers Loved Most
Dec 16, 2025
From new leadership to standout student and alumni achievements, here are the stories that captured the most attention on Columbia’s website in 2025.
Czech Edition of 'Vogue' Spotlights Professor’s Leadership
Dec 15, 2025
“Vogue CS” lists Associate Professor Sandra Kumorowski among their featured leaders thanks to her work advancing arts marketing education via Columbia’s Prague Global Marketing practicum.
Graphic Design Student Lands Career-Launching Role at L’Oréal
Dec 12, 2025
A Columbia class set Angie Belloso on a path to a full-time role in L’Oréal’s 2026 Management Trainee program.
Holly Jolly Fundraiser Returns for 23rd Year
Dec 09, 2025
WCRX, Columbia College Chicago’s student-run radio station, brings back its annual fundraiser and broadcast to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Shiloh Tumo Washington '22 Wins 'The Pitch' at Chicago International Film Festival
Dec 08, 2025
The Columbia College Chicago alum’s short screened at the festival while the pitch for his feature film won $275,000 in film production resources.
Columbia Filmmakers Win Big at Festivals
Dec 04, 2025
“Traces of Home,” produced by Associate Professor Dan Rybicky, wins the Grand Jury Prize at DOC NYC, while “The Game Camera,” produced by Associate Professor Carolina Posse and created with Columbia talent, receives several festival awards.
Students Helping Students One Textbook at a Time
Dec 01, 2025
CTAS (Created to Achieve Success), a Columbia College Chicago student organization, raises money and collects course materials to support their peers.
Columbia Illustration Students Join Chicago Public Art Group on Large-Scale Lincoln Park Mural
Nov 26, 2025
Columbia Illustration students partnered with Assistant Professor Cheri Charlton and Chicago Public Art Group on a Lincoln Park mural, gaining hands-on experience in community-based public art.
Columbia College Chicago Ranked No. 1 Music School in the World by ‘The Hollywood Reporter’
Nov 25, 2025
This marks the third time Columbia has earned the top spot on this prestigious annual list.
Theatre Students Bring Transformation and Imagination to ‘I Want to Be a Vase’
Nov 24, 2025
Columbia students stepped into a playful, transformative world where household objects chase their dreams, blending bold performance with a message about identity and celebrating differences.
Columbia College Chicago Names Two New Members to its Board of Trustees
Nov 24, 2025
Amy Dordek Dolinsky, Partner and Director of Business Development at Lucas James Talent Partners, and Michael Swanson, Senior Vice President of Production at NBCUniversal Media, LLC, have been named to Columbia's Board of Trustees.
Interior Architecture Student Receives Prestigious 2025 NEWH National Scholarship
Nov 21, 2025
Columbia College Chicago Interior Architecture student Eyerusalem Hagos has received the 2025 NEWH Scholarship sponsored by Tackett Hospitality, a competitive national honor in hospitality design.
A Conversation With MacArthur Fellow Tonika Lewis Johnson ’03
Nov 20, 2025
Celebrated artist and activist Tonika Lewis Johnson ’03 returns to Columbia College Chicago to reflect on receiving the “genius grant” and the work that brought the recognition.
Columbia Student Leverages Gersh Externship to Advance Her Career in the Business of Film and Television
Nov 19, 2025
Kira Cooper, an Arts and Entertainment Management major at Columbia College Chicago, is one of just 23 students nationwide selected for the Gersh Externship.
Animation Professor John Losacco Wins International Award for “The Perfect Present”
Nov 13, 2025
Columbia College Chicago Animation professor John Losacco wins Best Animated Short Film in North America for “The Perfect Present.”
Columbia College Chicago Alum Jake Wittich '17 Named Chicago Journalist of the Year
Nov 12, 2025
The Chicago Journalists Association recognizes Jake Wittich ’17, managing editor of “Windy City Times,” for coverage of Chicago’s LGBTQ+ community and the media outlet’s digital revitalization.
Broadway Star JJ Niemann Inspires Columbia College Students in Voice Masterclass
Nov 11, 2025
Voice students at Columbia College Chicago receive personalized performance feedback from a Broadway veteran.
Columbia Fashion Student Shamya Banks Named 2026 NRF Next Generation Finalist
Nov 11, 2025
Columbia Fashion student Shamya Banks was named a 2026 NRF Next Generation Scholarship finalist for her sustainable, Gen Z–inspired Crate & Barrel concept.
From Columbia to Coach: Alumni Leading in Fashion and Culture
Nov 10, 2025
Columbia alumni Alexander Knox ‘15 and Bryant Von Woodson II ‘18 are leading creative innovation at Coach, blending fashion, culture, and storytelling.
Gospel Choir Brings Its Sound to a South Side Church in Chicago
Nov 07, 2025
Alum and adjunct faculty member Eric Rutherford ’17 takes the Columbia College Chicago Gospel Choir to the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church for an authentic musical experience in the Englewood community.
'TheWrap' Names Columbia College Chicago Among the Top 20 Film Schools
Oct 31, 2025
In its annual listing of the best film schools, “TheWrap” ranks Columbia College Chicago No. 18.
Aayisha Ruby Gold ’13 Returns to ‘Chicago P.D.’ With Purpose and Presence
Oct 30, 2025
Columbia College Chicago alum and actor Aayisha Ruby Gold ’13 returns to NBC’s “Chicago P.D.” and reflects on the craft, courage, and connection that shape her work.
A Full Circle Moment: Alum Jess McDermott '24 Returns to Campus to Promote Rising Artist GUNNAR
Oct 30, 2025
Columbia alum Jess McDermott ‘24, who majored in Public Relations with a minor in Music Business, brought her client, the musician GUNNAR, to campus for a masterclass.
Columbia College Chicago Celebrates Media Literacy Week with Global and Campus Initiatives
Oct 29, 2025
During National and International Media Literacy Week, which runs Oct. 27 to 31, Columbia College Chicago participates in initiatives highlighting the importance of media literacy.
Columbia Lights Up State Street at Chicago’s Arts in the Dark Parade
Oct 28, 2025
Columbia College Chicago students brought light, sound, and imagination to the city’s annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
Ayodele Drum and Dance Brings ‘Beauty and the Beat: Masked’ to the Dance Center
Oct 28, 2025
Founded by Columbia faculty T. Ayo Alston, Ayodele Drum and Dance presents “Beauty and the Beat: Masked,” blending African mask traditions, Caribbean masquerade, and Chicago Footwork.
Professor and Author Carmelo Esterrich Puts His Spin on Café Tacvba’s Album ‘Re’
Oct 23, 2025
A new book by Columbia College Professor Carmelo Esterrich takes a deep dive into the influential, Spanish-language album “Re.”
Columbia College Chicago School of Theatre and Dance Announces 2025–26 Season
Oct 22, 2025
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Theatre and Dance announces its 2025–26 season featuring comedy, devised works, and musicals.
Columbia Students Perform ‘Grease’ Tribute at Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Oct 21, 2025
Columbia Theatre and Dance students performed a “Grease” tribute at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, previewing their full November production.
Professor Stephen Asma Explores the Unusual: From Monsters to Mysticism
Oct 16, 2025
Columbia College Chicago Professor Stephen Asma reaches new audiences through his YouTube series “Professor Asma’s Guide to Unusual Knowledge,” extending classroom conversations to a wider audience.
Aaron Nelson ’12 on Playing Simba, Staying Grounded, and Following the Process
Oct 16, 2025
“The Lion King” star reflects on his path from the South Loop to Broadway — and how his Arts Management degree helps him balance artistry and leadership.
Students Help Bring Columbia’s History to Life in '135 Years in Art and Objects' Exhibition
Oct 15, 2025
In recognition of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, students collaborate with the school’s archivists and the Hokin Gallery to tell Columbia’s story.
Columbia Alums and Faculty to Screen Films at Chicago International Film Festival
Oct 13, 2025
The festival will feature works by Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22 as well as associate professor Missy Hernandez and Miguel Silveira ’05 who recently won Best Horror Screenplay at the Nashville Film Festival.
Designing for Better Learning: Dave Broz Presents Research at Global Education Summit
Oct 10, 2025
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented research at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Creating With Purpose: Alumni Inspire the Next Generation of Theatre and Dance Students
Oct 09, 2025
Columbia’s theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Alum Tonika Lewis Johnson '03 Named MacArthur Fellow
Oct 08, 2025
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation recognizes the Englewood native and Columbia College Chicago graduate, who uses creativity as a catalyst for social change.
Students and Faculty Explore Radical Futures in the Chicago Architecture Biennial
Oct 06, 2025
Columbia students and faculty are showcasing bold, community-focused projects in the 2025–26 Chicago Architecture Biennial
Student Selected for Prestigious Television Academy Foundation Internship
Oct 01, 2025
Jas Dunigan, a Film and Television major at Columbia College Chicago, was one of only five students selected for the Television Academy Foundation’s Fall 2025 Internship Program.
Finding What’s Funny: Anne Libera on Comedy, Craft, and Columbia’s Growing Role in Comedy Education
Sep 30, 2025
Anne Libera’s new book "Funnier" and Columbia’s expanding comedy programs highlight how comedy can be taught as both craft and cultural force.
Columbia Alum Chase Infiniti ’22 Stars With Leonardo DiCaprio in New Paul Thomas Anderson Film
Sep 30, 2025
Musical Theatre alum Chase Infiniti ’22 was cast alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Anderson’s upcoming film “One Battle After Another."
Student Scores Big With Grand Prize Win at International Music and Film Festival
Sep 26, 2025
The Jecheon International Music and Film Festival honored Sunny Youm, an MFA student studying Music Composition for the Screen at Columbia College Chicago, with the grand prize for new talent.
Columbia Professor Wins Award for Media Relations Excellence
Sep 24, 2025
Kevin Christophersen, an associate professor at Columbia College Chicago, takes home the Silver Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago.
Columbia Grads Take Their Nominated Thesis Film to Chicago Horror Fest
Sep 23, 2025
The Columbia College Chicago student thesis film, which was nominated for Best Student Film, is set to screen on Sept. 27 at the Logan Theatre in Chicago.
Black Theatre Day Brings History and Community to Columbia College Chicago
Sep 23, 2025
Columbia hosted a Black Theatre Day gathering focused on legacy, community, and future possibilities.
Columbia Students Learn Sponsorship Strategy at Riot Fest
Sep 19, 2025
Students at Columbia College Chicago learn the art of developing successful sponsorship partnerships by working with Riot Fest, one of Chicago’s major music festivals.
Columbia Student Wins Award at Flint Youth Film Festival
Sep 18, 2025
Lucas Stall, a junior at Columbia College Chicago, took home the Heart Award at the Flint Youth Film Festival for a film about his struggles caring for his father with Alzheimer’s disease.
Columbia Professor Named to 'Variety's' List of Music Legal Elite
Sep 15, 2025
Loren Wells, associate professor in Columbia College Chicago’s School of Business and Entrepreneurship, gets the nod from “Variety” thanks in part to his law firm’s work on a groundbreaking copyright case.
Columbia College Chicago Showcases World Fashion Festival in September Window Display
Sep 15, 2025
Columbia’s Michigan Avenue windows feature the World Fashion Festival this month, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and showcasing global creativity.
‘Goober Madness’ Short Film Earns Multiple Awards on the Festival Circuit
Sep 12, 2025
“Goober Madness,” an animated short from Columbia College Chicago’s Advanced Production Studio, is earning international recognition with festival selections, nominations, and awards.
Faculty Member Jacqueline Alcántara Partners with Justice Sonia Sotomayor on New Children’s Book
Sep 10, 2025
Faculty member and illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara partnered with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on a new children’s book.
Freshman Keith “Kash” Smith Balances Spotlight on ‘America’s Got Talent’ With Starting College
Sep 09, 2025
A fan favorite, Chicago’s Leo High School Choir and Columbia College Chicago's Keith “Kash” Smith advance to the semifinals of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” with their next live performance set for Sept. 16.
Columbia Senior’s Illustration Featured in Adobe Social Media Campaign
Sep 05, 2025
Senior Graphic Design major Angela Kalish turned a connection from the Adobe Creative Retreat into a high-profile commission, creating an illustration for Adobe’s back-to-school social media campaign.
Associate Professor Receives Teaching Award for AI-Innovative Project
Aug 29, 2025
Columbia College Chicago Associate Professor Elio Leturia was recognized for addressing the challenging issue of artificial intelligence through creative teaching.
Dance Center’s 52nd Season Honors Founder Shirley Mordine
Aug 27, 2025
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago’s 52nd season honors founder Shirley Mordine with world and Chicago premieres, faculty and student performances, international artists, and the launch of the Shirley Mordine Dance Maker Fund in 2026.
'MovieMaker' Names Columbia College Chicago Among the Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
Aug 26, 2025
“MovieMaker” highlights Columbia College Chicago's real-world-focused curriculum and the college’s state-of-the-art Media Production Center, which is home to Columbia's Volume Wall for virtual production.
Columbia's G. Thomas Allen to Make Chicago Jazz Festival Debut
Aug 21, 2025
For award-winning vocalist G. Thomas Allen, a voice instructor and staff member at Columbia College Chicago, performing at the Chicago Jazz Festival is a full circle moment.
Columbia Filmmaker’s 'Lineage' Screens at Oscar-Qualifying HollyShorts Festival
Aug 18, 2025
Michelle West, assistant director and adjunct professor at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, wrote, directed, and produced the very personal film in collaboration with Columbia alums and faculty.
Recent Columbia Graduates Win Second Place at AEJMC Student Magazine Awards for 'In Flux'
Aug 14, 2025
The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) recognized the story “Surviving the Housing Crisis,” which appeared in the Columbia College Chicago student-created interactive digital publication “In Flux.”
Columbia Audio Arts Student Works With Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA on John Lennon Educational Tour Bus
Aug 14, 2025
Columbia student Rebecca McQueen used state-of-the art Dolby Atmos audio equipment on the John Lennon Educational Tour bus and met hip-hop star RZA from Wu-Tang Clan.
Columbia Celebrates Its 135th Anniversary by Honoring 25 Distinguished Alumni for ‘25 in 2025’
Aug 11, 2025
In celebration of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, the college is honoring 25 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 25 in 2025, a college-wide initiative that celebrates Columbia alumni and their career accomplishments.
Columbia Journalism Students Gain Experience and Connections at NAHJ Conference
Aug 06, 2025
Associate Professor Elio Leturia takes students to the National Association of Hispanic Journalists Annual Conference, where they participated in hands-on workshops and networking events.
Columbia Earns National Recognition as a Top 15 Film School by 'The Hollywood Reporter’
Aug 05, 2025
This marks the 14th consecutive year Columbia College Chicago has earned a top in "The Hollywood Reporter's" annual rankings of film schools.
Columbia Students Explore Creativity and Culture in Japan
Jul 30, 2025
This summer, Columbia students participated in an immersive study abroad trip to Japan that sparked personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and new creative perspectives.
Two Columbia-Connected Films Find a Home on Streaming
Jul 28, 2025
Make plans to watch “American Parent” and “Dawn Dusk”— two films rooted in personal storytelling and backed by Columbia College Chicago talent.
Behind the Barricades: Practical Lollapalooza Tips From a Columbia Student Who Has Worked at Festivals
Jul 28, 2025
Columbia College Chicago junior Beyrali Santiago scores jobs at Chicago’s outdoor music festivals thanks to Columbia connections and shares advice to Lollapalooza first-timers.
Robin Whatley and Research Team Discover North America’s Oldest Known Pterosaur
Jul 25, 2025
Faculty member Robin Whatley helped uncover North America’s oldest known pterosaur, a 209-million-year-old fossil that reshapes scientific understanding of prehistoric ecosystems.
Justin Dougan-LeBlanc on Inclusion, Innovation, and the Future of Fashion
Jul 17, 2025
Through his work as a designer, educator, and advocate, Justin Dougan-LeBlanc is opening doors for Deaf creatives and reshaping the conversation around access and inclusion in fashion.
Art History Alum Sylvia Faichney Awarded Two Prestigious Fellowships in Support of her Dissertation on Army Family Housing
Jul 17, 2025
Columbia Art History alum Sylvia Faichney will continue her research on army family housing with support from prestigious CASVA and Dumbarton Oaks fellowships.
Columbia Design Students Earn Global UX Award Nominations
Jul 16, 2025
Two student teams from Columbia College Chicago’s School of Design earned nominations for the 2025 International UX Awards in the New Talent category.
Process Meets Practice: Columbia’s School of Fashion Joins Global Biennial in Mallorca, Spain
Jul 16, 2025
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Fashion showcased student work at the 2025 University Arts Biennial in Mallorca, highlighting the creative process and forging new global partnerships.
Redefining Fast Fashion: Columbia Partners With NASCAR for Street Race Fashion Show
Jul 07, 2025
Columbia fashion students and alumni debuted original motorsports-inspired looks at the NASCAR Chicago Street Race in downtown Chicago.
July 6-11 Named International Fernando Jones' Blues Camp Week by Illinois Governor
Jul 02, 2025
Chicago Blues Hall of Famer Fernando Jones, an adjunct professor at Columbia College Chicago, will offer a free blues camp for school-aged musicians at Columbia’s Music Center.
New Leadership at Columbia College Chicago
Jul 01, 2025
Dr. Shantay N. Bolton, Columbia College Chicago's new president, brings in bold changemakers from the higher-education sphere to help lead the region’s premier institution for creatives; new roles also announced to further growth, deepen community impact.
Steering the 'Columbia Chronicle' Through a High-Speed, High-Stakes Summer
Jun 30, 2025
With events like NASCAR, Lollapalooza, and Chicago’s Pride Parade, Columbia College Chicago’s student-led newsroom is in full gear.
Fashion Meets Flora: Columbia Students Bring Sustainable Couture to Chicago Botanic Garden
Jun 25, 2025
Fashion students created upcycled couture garments for "Patterned by Nature" at the Chicago Botanic Garden, showcasing sustainable design and innovation.
Columbia Associate Professor Awarded Prestigious Fellowship for Innovative Teaching
Jun 20, 2025
Erin McCarthy has been awarded a national teaching fellowship from the HistoryMakers.
MFA Candidate Avin HannahSmith Awarded 2025 Dark Matter Residency
Jun 18, 2025
Avin HannahSmith has been named a 2025 Dark Matter Resident at Elastic Arts for his multidisciplinary work exploring Afro-identity, spatial memory, and creative resistance.
Pride in Action: LGBTQ+ Advocates Who Got Their Start at Columbia
Jun 16, 2025
In honor of Pride Month in Chicago, let's get to know the people from Columbia College Chicago whose advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community has made a lasting impact.
Columbia College Chicago Mourns the Passing of Michael Rabiger, Visionary Filmmaker and Educator
Jun 12, 2025
Professor Emeritus Michael Rabiger, an internationally respected filmmaker and scholar, was former chair of Columbia College Chicago’s film department.
Columbia Exhibition Explores Gentrification and Urban Borders in Mexico Through Photography
Jun 12, 2025
"About Noon" by Alessandro Bo (June 20-September 19) explores gentrification and displacement in Mexico through photography, video, and collage.
Columbia Animation Students’ Film Wins Multiple Animation Festival Awards
Jun 12, 2025
Columbia Animation students’ film “Hitchhiker” is winning national acclaim, earning awards at both the New York Short Animation Festival and Feel The Reel International Film Festival.
Announcing Suzanne McBride as Columbia's New Interim Provost
Jun 09, 2025
Columbia College Chicago is pleased to announce Dean of Faculty Affairs Suzanne McBride as Interim Senior Vice President and Provost, effective June 3, 2025, while conducting a nationwide provost search.
The Spring 2025 Semester in Review
Jun 02, 2025
The spring 2025 semester at Columbia College Chicago was filled with incredible accomplishments from faculty, students, and alumni in media, arts, and more.
'Unwoven:' Columbia Students Curate Connection and Courage at TEDx Conference
May 28, 2025
Through storytelling and collaboration, Columbia College Chicago students bring imagination, authenticity, and vulnerability to the TEDx stage.
Columbia Students Bring Game Day Style to Chicago Sky Season Opener
May 23, 2025
Columbia fashion students and local brand SOUNDOFF launched a custom fan apparel collection for the Chicago Sky, blending sportswear design with hands-on industry experience.
Columbia's Fusion Ensemble Earns DownBeat Student Music Award Recognition
May 19, 2025
The Fusion Ensemble from Columbia College Chicago's School of Audio and Music has been honored by DownBeat for its composition "Never Be Free,” with vocalist Danny Lock also receiving honors.
Columbia's Jerry Brindisi Wins 2025 Music Business Educator of the Year Award
May 15, 2025
Columbia College Chicago congratulates Jerry Brindisi, interim director of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship, on his Music Business Association win.
What to Look Forward to at Manifest Arts Festival 2025
May 13, 2025
IMAGINE: Manifest Arts Festival 2025 continues Columbia College Chicago’s unique tradition. Here’s what to expect, how to register, and what there is to look forward to.
Science and Mathematics Professor Luis Nasser Publishes Research on Musical Harmony
May 12, 2025
Luis Nasser’s new paper explores the thermodynamic roots of why harmony sounds pleasing to the ear.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins Prestigious Lisagor Award
May 12, 2025
"The Columbia Chronicle," Columbia’s student-led news outlet, earned the Peter Lisagor Award for Best Campus Coverage and was named a finalist in the Best Email Newsletter category.
David Cromer Directs George Clooney, ‘Dead Outlaw’ and Now ‘The Antiquities’ at the Goodman
May 09, 2025
David Cromer, a Tony-winning director and Columbia College Chicago honorary degree recipient, is earning critical acclaim for two Broadway hits and returns to Chicago to co-direct "The Antiquities" at Goodman Theatre.
Animation Career Review Ranks Columbia’s Animation Program Among the Best in the Nation
May 05, 2025
Columbia College Chicago’s Animation program ranked #5 nationally among schools offering an Animation-related BA by "Animation Career Review."
Columbia Audio and Music Professor Named Finalist for American Prize in Composition
Apr 30, 2025
Philip Seward received recognition for the opera “A House Divided,” which he composed with the support of a Columbia College Chicago Faculty Development Grant.
Columbia Interior Architecture Students Selected for Metropolis Future100
Apr 28, 2025
Three interior architecture students were honored in “Metropolis” magazine’s 2025 Future100 list for their innovation and design excellence.
Global Grooves: Columbia Students Travel to Germany for International Band and Business Camp
Apr 28, 2025
Columbia College Chicago students explore music and business at Popakademie in Hammelburg, Germany.
‘Variety’ Lists Columbia in Annual Education Impact Report
Apr 25, 2025
"Variety" once again features Columbia College Chicago in its annual list, which recognizes select schools for their standout training, top-notch faculty, and career preparation.
Producer Marcos ‘Kosine’ Palacios and Actor Joseph Sikora to Receive Honorary Degrees at Columbia's 2025 Commencement
Apr 22, 2025
Columbia will award honorary Doctor of Arts degrees to acclaimed actor Joseph Sikora ’98 and Grammy-nominated producer Marcos “Kosine” Palacios ’06 at the 2025 Commencement.
Columbia Recognized for its Commitments to Energy Efficiency Over the Last Decade
Apr 21, 2025
The Peoples Gas Energy Efficiency Program has helped Columbia College Chicago with its energy savings for its South Loop campus since 2013.
CineYouth Festival to Feature Work by Columbia's Emerging Filmmakers
Apr 17, 2025
Seven Columbia students and alumni will showcase their short films at this year’s CineYouth Festival, which is presented each year by the Chicago International Film Festival and is free to the public.
AIDS Memorial Quilt Sections to Be Displayed at Columbia During “RENT” Production
Apr 16, 2025
Three sections of the AIDS Memorial Quilt will be displayed at the Getz Theatre Center from April 30–May 13.
Columbia Professor Recognized as 2025 ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge Award Winner
Apr 09, 2025
Sharon Bloyd-Peshkin, a professor at Columbia College Chicago, has been honored as one of 37 Champion Award winners for supporting nonpartisan student voter engagement during the 2024 election.
From Columbia to the Kentucky Derby: Jacey Rhorer’s Journey in the Art of Hatmaking
Apr 08, 2025
Fashion Design alum Jacey Rhorer '00 is making her mark as the Official Milliner for the 2025 Kentucky Derby Festival.
Dance Students Premiere New Works at Student Performance Night, April 10-11
Apr 07, 2025
This event will feature original dance works by students, celebrating creativity and personal stories through choreography.
Columbia Once Again Designated a Voter-Friendly Campus
Apr 04, 2025
The Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA recognizes Columbia for encouraging students to register and vote.
Columbia College Chicago School of Visual Arts Hosts Artist Talk with Phyllis Bramson, April 16
Apr 03, 2025
The School of Visual Arts at Columbia College Chicago hosts an artist talk with acclaimed painter Phyllis Bramson, whose work combines historical and pop culture influences to explore themes of love, intimacy, and human connection.
Columbia Students Attend Chicago Women's History Conference
Apr 03, 2025
Thanks to scholarships, students attended the 2025 Chicago Women's History Conference, gaining insights into women's history and the future of women’s rights.
Columbia Community Comes Together to Select Local Winners of Scholastic Art and Writing Awards
Mar 25, 2025
Columbia College Chicago is the regional affiliate for Cook County and the Chicago area for the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.
Resource Reboot: School of Communication and Culture Maximizes Potential of Existing Spaces and Equipment
Mar 21, 2025
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Communication and Culture holds open house to introduce Columbia community to new Digital Content Studio and upgraded Live TV Studio.
Columbia Alum Niko Gerentes '18 Voices Characters in DreamWorks Animated Short
Mar 14, 2025
Niko Gerentes ’18, a Columbia College Chicago alum, voices four distinct characters in the animated short “The Bad Guys: Little Lies and Alibis.”
Smart Strands: Columbia Students Launch 'Braid' App for Textured Hair Education
Mar 12, 2025
Four seniors from Columbia’s UX/UI design program are addressing a longstanding gap in the beauty industry with Braid, an educational app offering extensive resources on textured hair care.
Columbia Alum Molly Williams '13 Awarded Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Mar 12, 2025
Molly Williams, who earned her BA in Fiction Writing at Columbia College Chicago, will pursue a PhD at the University of Cambridge, focusing on Victorian literature and ecological ethics.
Art, Identity, and Empowerment: For Women, by Women Art Exhibition Returns to Columbia
Mar 11, 2025
For Women, by Women is an annual student-led exhibition showcasing the voices of women and nonbinary artists through photography, painting, fashion, and more.
Vibrant New Mural Pays Tribute to Columbia’s 135th Anniversary
Mar 11, 2025
Illustration alum Mac McGuire ‘24 creates her first major mural for Columbia College Chicago as the lead artist.
Columbia Associate Professor Molly Schneider Wins 2025 Broadcast Historian Award
Mar 10, 2025
Molly Schneider, PhD, receives the prestigious award for her book “Gold Dust on the Air: Television Anthology Drama and Midcentury American Culture.”
Literary Legends Reimagined: Columbia and Glessner House Present Special Women’s History Month Performance of “You on the Moors Now”
Mar 10, 2025
Columbia partners with Glessner House for a performance of “You on the Moors Now,” a bold reimagining of four literary heroines who challenge societal expectations.
Not Just Clowning Around: Abby Rankin Crafts a Purposeful Comedy Career at Columbia
Mar 10, 2025
Abby Rankin, a senior at Columbia College Chicago, blends comedy and education.
Ten Women Who Shaped Film: Columbia Professor Shares Her Picks for Most Influential Female Filmmakers
Mar 07, 2025
Karla Rae Fuller, PhD, a professor at Columbia College Chicago and author of a recent book on inclusive screenwriting, shares her perspective on the women who have had the most profound impact on film.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins 33 Awards at Illinois College Press Association Awards
Mar 07, 2025
Columbia College Chicago’s student newspaper “The Columbia Chronicle” won the sweepstakes for the mid-sized school category at the Illinois College Press Association Awards.
Columbia College Chicago Theatre and Audio/Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for Jeff Awards
Mar 05, 2025
Columbia College Chicago alumni and faculty from the schools of Theatre and Dance and Audio and Music have earned nominations for the Jeff Awards, which celebrate excellence in Chicago theatre.
Alum Turns Life Experiences Into Award-Nominated Stories
Mar 05, 2025
Alum Michelle Brady ’07, a military veteran and attorney, proves it’s never too late to return to the literary world.
Mark Ballogg '81 Captures Chicago’s Creative Spaces in Book “Making Space”
Feb 26, 2025
Photography alum Mark Ballogg unveils the hidden world of Chicago's artist studios in his new book, "Making Space," offering a glimpse into the creative environments of 119 local artists.
Academy Award Voter Kubilay Uner Talks Oscar-Nominated Film Scores
Feb 24, 2025
Kubilay Uner, director of Columbia College Chicago’s top-rated Music Composition for the Screen program, reflects on his first year as voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and shares his insights on this year’s five nominated original film scores.
Seven Columbia College Chicago Students Earn National Fashion Scholarship
Feb 17, 2025
Seven students have been named Fashion Scholarship Fund Class of 2025 Scholars and will be honored at the FSF LIVE Gala in New York City.
New Article by Columbia Professors Explores the Legacy of Sonic Pioneer Steve Albini and Electrical Audio
Feb 13, 2025
The authors look at the entrepreneurial approach and lasting impact of the late Steve Albini on the music industry, highlighting his dedication to artistic integrity and fairness through his studio, Electrical Audio.
From Columbia College Chicago to CNN: Katherine Iorio’s Career Journey Toward an Emmy Award
Feb 12, 2025
Columbia College Chicago Journalism alum Katherine Iorio ’13 wins Emmy for CNN's breaking news coverage of the Israel-Hamas War as part of CNN's team that covered outbreak of Israel-Hamas conflict.
Student's First-Year Film Brings Healing and Hope
Feb 11, 2025
First-year student Julia Knopfel collaborates with Columbia College Chicago classmates to share the painful story of her uncle’s murder on film and begin her journey as a filmmaker.
Columbia College Chicago and Partners to Host Chicago Premiere of "Meanwhile" with Director Q&A, February 24
Feb 04, 2025
Columbia College Chicago and partners will host the Chicago premiere of “Meanwhile,” a powerful documentary about art and resilience directed by Catherine Gund.
Winter to Spring: A Guide to Chicago’s Unmissable Events at Columbia College Chicago and Beyond
Jan 24, 2025
From performances at Columbia College Chicago to parades and music festivals around the city, there’s no shortage of ways to stay entertained this winter and spring.
Students Launch “In Flux,” an Interactive Digital Magazine
Jan 17, 2025
Columbia College Chicago students from six majors collaborated to create “In Flux,” an innovative interactive magazine that addresses real-world issues through bold storytelling and cutting-edge design.
Top Stories from Columbia College Chicago in 2024
Jan 17, 2025
From winning prestigious awards and grants to collaborating with big brands like NASCAR and L'Oréal, here are the top stories from Columbia College Chicago in 2024.
The Dance Center Presents the Chicago Solo Spotlight Festival, March 13-15
Jan 14, 2025
The festival celebrates the power of the solo performance with two world premieres by acclaimed Chicago-based artists Jenn Freeman | Po’Chop and Nora Sharp.
Columbia College Chicago Team Wins National NRF Retail Challenge
Jan 14, 2025
Columbia College Chicago students won first place in the 2025 NRF Foundation University Challenge, with another team reaching the national semi-finals.
Alumni and Faculty Shine in Newcity Stage’s 'Players 2025'
Jan 09, 2025
The School of Theatre and Dance celebrates alumni and faculty featured in Newcity Stage's “Players 2025: The 50 People Who Really Perform for Chicago.”
UX Design Students Develop App Prototype for Easier Campus Navigation
Jan 06, 2025
CampusNav, an app prototype developed by a UX Design student team, helps Columbia College Chicago students navigate campus and access key resources.
Columbia College Chicago's Kate Stransky Celebrates Sundance Selection
Dec 20, 2024
Kate Stransky, an adjunct faculty member at Columbia College Chicago, is the production designer for “Inkwo for When the Starving Return,” a stop-motion short selected for the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.
Columbia College Chicago’s 24 Favorite Photos of 2024
Dec 19, 2024
Columbia College Chicago alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas ‘96 compiled the 24 best action shots, portraits, and landscapes she captured over 2024.
Winning Student Designers Recognized at Patagonia Worn Wear Event
Dec 13, 2024
On December 11, Columbia College Chicago’s School of Fashion and Patagonia came together to announce the winners of the Worn Wear competition at Patagonia’s Fulton Market store.
Columbia College Chicago Raises More Than $640,000 for Student Scholarships at Annual Gala
Dec 10, 2024
Columbia’s largest fundraising event returned for its third year to support Persistence Scholarships, ensuring students have the financial backing needed to graduate college.
The Power of Persistence: Columbia College Chicago's Student-Led Gala Celebrates Creativity and Resilience
Dec 06, 2024
"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
Persistence Scholarships Provide Relief for Columbia Students
Nov 26, 2024
Columbia College Chicago supports juniors and seniors through the Persistence Scholarship with funds raised at the college’s annual gala.
Columbia College Chicago Students Help Austin Airport Win Prestigious Marketing Award
Nov 21, 2024
Creative Agency class rebrands Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s concessions, contributing to award-winning campaign.
School of Theatre and Dance Presents “Fabulation, or the Re-Education of Undine,” November 20-December 7
Nov 20, 2024
This social satire explores themes of identity and race through the story of a Black woman’s journey of self-discovery, featuring an all-student cast and production team.
Columbia College Chicago Alumni Share Their Stories, Work, and Advice
Nov 19, 2024
Columbia alumni, including a GRAMMY nominee and Disney animator, return to campus to inspire the next generation of creators with their expertise and unique perspectives.
Gotham City Comes to Columbia College Chicago: A Creative Collaboration Inspired by the Batcycle and a New Partnership
Nov 13, 2024
A soundstage at Columbia’s Media Production Center transforms into Gotham City for a recent open house for prospective students and their families thanks to a collaboration between faculty, students, alumni, and corporate partners.
11 Columbia Students Awarded the Chicagoland Transfer Award for 2024
Nov 13, 2024
The Chicagoland Transfer Award recognizes transfer students from eligible Chicago area community colleges based on academic merit. The winners received scholarships for the fall 2024 semester.
Columbia College Chicago Ranks #15 in 'TheWrap's' 2024 Best Film Schools List
Nov 11, 2024
Columbia College Chicago earns a prestigious spot as #15 on TheWrap’s 2024 list of Best Film Schools, recognizing its innovative approach to film education and industry connections.
Columbia College Chicago Film and TV Students and Alums Win Big
Nov 07, 2024
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences presents award to Columbia students for “Behind His Eyes” and the Chicago International Film Festival honors a documentary made by Columbia alums with an Audience Choice Award.
School of Design Receives $75,000 Grant for Student-Led Game Development
Nov 04, 2024
The School of Design has been awarded a $75,000 Illinois Innovation Voucher grant to fund a student-led project developing an educational game focused on college and early career development.
Theatre Alums Slay in Babes With Blades' "A Midsummer Night’s Dream"
Nov 04, 2024
Columbia College Chicago Theatre alums are involved in Babes With Blades Theatre Company’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, showing at the Edge Theater from October 16 through November 23.
Stage Combat Professor Demonstrates How to Make a Blood Pack
Oct 30, 2024
Curious how stage actors use fake movie-quality blood during fight sequences? Professor of Instruction David Woolley explains his favorite way to create fake blood for stage.
Fashion Students Shine at Fashion Graduate Italia 2024 in Milan
Oct 30, 2024
Rae Braezeale and Joelle Olabode made their international debut at Fashion Graduate Italia 2024, showcasing original designs alongside peers from around the world and receiving support from the U.S. Consul for Commercial Affairs in Milan.
School of Fashion Teams Up With Patagonia for Sustainable Design Challenge
Oct 30, 2024
The School of Fashion has partnered with Patagonia for a sustainable design challenge, where students transform Worn Wear merchandise into new products, gaining hands-on experience in fashion design, visual merchandising, and industry collaboration.
Student Films Nominated for 2024 National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Awards
Oct 18, 2024
Two Columbia student films, “Adagio” and “Behind His Eyes,” will compete in the National Student Production Awards Long Form category.
Chicago International Film Festival Spotlights Columbia Talent
Oct 16, 2024
The Chicago International Film Festival features the work of Columbia College Chicago alumni and students on screen and behind the scenes.
The Chronicle Grows Its Spanish Language Section With the Guidance of New Bilingual Faculty Advisor
Oct 14, 2024
Columbia's bilingual students at The Chronicle gain invaluable guidance working with a newly appointed bilingual faculty advisor.
Columbia College Chicago Welcomes NBCU Academy AI Summit to Campus
Oct 02, 2024
Columbia students and alums are among those who came together with NBCUniversal executives and reporters to network and learn more about AI.
Fashion Design Student Joelle Olabode Wins CFDA Scholarship
Sep 30, 2024
Olabode was chosen for a $25,000 scholarship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
Columbia College Chicago's Carolina Posse Selected for Prestigious Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship
Sep 26, 2024
The fellowship, offered by the Television Academy Foundation, provides essential support for educators attending the foundation’s annual Media Educators Conference, which occurs October 9 to 11.
‘Boy Meets Girl x Strawberry Shortcake’ Collab Makes Waves in Adaptive Fashion
Sep 25, 2024
Columbia’s School of Fashion partnered with Boy Meets Girl on adaptive fashion, leading to a sold-out collection and future collaborations.
Columbia Student Film 'The New Raymond' to Compete at Glendale International Film Festival
Sep 24, 2024
“The New Raymond," a Columbia College Chicago student film, will screen on September 27, vying for top honors at the Glendale International Film Festival.
Work of Columbia Alum and Adjunct Professor Shines on the Emmy-Winning Show FX’s ‘The Bear’
Sep 19, 2024
Adjunct Professor Lisa Korpan ’19 reflects on her pride in working as art director on FX’s “The Bear,” the impact of her Columbia education, and how her experience informs her teaching.
Grace Overbeke Explores Comedian Jean Carroll's Life and Career in ‘First Lady of Laughs’
Sep 17, 2024
Before "Hacks" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," there was the comedienne who started it all.
Theatre Advisory Board Launches with Inaugural Event Honoring Sheldon Patinkin
Sep 04, 2024
The new Theatre Advisory Board, comprised of alumni and industry leaders, celebrates the life and legacy of Sheldon Patinkin at their inaugural event, September 21.
Columbia TV Expert Predicts This Year’s Emmy Winners
Sep 04, 2024
Dr. Sharon Marie Ross, an associate professor in Film and TV, shares her best bets for this year’s Emmy winners, from the epic revival of “Shogun” to the controversial comedy nominee “The Bear.”
Fall 2024 at Columbia: Get Ready to Make Your Mark
Sep 03, 2024
A new semester is upon us. Get ready to discover new vibrant campus art and reconnect with friends.
Welcoming Interim President Jerry Tarrer and a New Academic Structure for 2024-2025 School Year
Aug 30, 2024
Columbia College Chicago kicks off the new academic school year with a renewed spirit and excitement to welcome freshmen and transfer students to its South Loop campus on September 3.
The Dance Center Announces Season 51 With an Eye Toward Intergenerational and Diverse Dancemaking
Aug 28, 2024
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago unveils Season 51, marking its debut as part of the new School of Theatre and Dance.
Summer Programs at Columbia Ignite Young Talent
Aug 23, 2024
Columbia College Chicago keeps its campus vibrant during summer with initiatives like Blues Camp, Design Your World, and Summer at Columbia, offering local youth immersive experiences in music, design, and media while fostering their creative futures.
Meet the 'Sound Opinions' Scholarship Prize Winners From Columbia
Aug 21, 2024
Nine Columbia students got their 15 minutes of fame on the popular Sound Opinions podcast with hosts Jim DeRogatis and Greg Kot. The special edition episodes aired interviews with Columbia students who are up-and-coming writers, musicians, and photographers.
Megan Hammond '22 Takes the Stage at Lollapalooza
Aug 16, 2024
Chicago-based singer-songwriter Megan Hammond '22, known professionally as m.e.h., took the stage at Lollapalooza’s Chicago Made Music Showcase on Sunday, August 4.
'Wanderer' Publication Clinches Silver Award
Aug 13, 2024
The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication recognizes the Columbia College Chicago student publication for its exceptional creativity in showcasing Chicago's Latino artistic community.
Columbia College Chicago Honors 24 Alums for ‘24 in 2024’
Aug 12, 2024
As a kickoff to Columbia College Chicago’s 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of “24 in 2024,” a college-wide initiative that celebrates Columbia alumni and their career accomplishments.
Columbia College Chicago Theatre and Music Alumni and Faculty Nominated for 2024 Joseph Jefferson Awards
Aug 08, 2024
This year's nominees include individuals from Columbia's Theatre and Music programs working in performance, design, direction, choreography, and musical composition.
GRAMMY-Winning Columbia Faculty Member Inducted Into Chicago Blues Hall of Fame
Aug 08, 2024
Michael Freeman, who teaches in the School of Audio and Music at Columbia, inducted as a "Legendary Producer."
Students Paint the Town: Columbia and Partners Expand Wabash Arts Corridor With New Murals
Aug 01, 2024
Columbia College Chicago, in strategic partnership with Behr Paint, The Home Depot, and One Summer Chicago, is transforming the Wabash Arts Corridor with vibrant new murals.
'MovieMaker' Ranks Columbia Among the 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
Jul 17, 2024
Columbia College Chicago is once again recognized in ‘MovieMaker’s’ annual list of top film schools.
Alum Patricia Kara’s New Book Offers Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Entertainment World
Jul 02, 2024
Patricia Kara '94 guides the next generation of talent through the intricacies of the entertainment realm in her new book, "Dream On...Now Deliver."
Columbia's Kubilay Uner to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Jul 01, 2024
Kubilay Uner leads Columbia’s Music Composition for the Screen program, which has been ranked the best in the world by “The Hollywood Reporter.”
Columbia Students Rock L’Oréal's Global Competition
Jun 26, 2024
Angie Belloso, Brianna Jennes ’24, and Breyona Smith ’24 just had the trip of a lifetime to London, snagging second place at L'Oréal Brandstorm.
Columbia Faculty, Alums Chosen for Walder Foundation's 2024 Platform Awards
Jun 25, 2024
The Walder Foundation has named three Chicago-based performing artists, including two Columbia College Chicago alumni and one faculty member, as recipients of its prestigious 2024 Platform Awards.
Second Annual Columbia College Chicago Dance Center Symposium Welcomes Proposals through August 9
Jun 24, 2024
The Dance Center's 2024 Symposium “Experiencing Time/Embodying Rhythm” is co-curated by Lisa Gonzales and Darrell Jones.
Columbia Students Partner With NASCAR to Create Race-Themed Games
Jun 13, 2024
You don’t have to be a race enthusiast to enjoy the interactive activities produced by Columbia students in preparation for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
Adjunct Faculty Member to Perform at Midsommarfest Street Festival
Jun 07, 2024
Ryan Black, who teaches Audio classes at Columbia, joins NÆ on stage in Chicago’s Andersonville Neighborhood on June 8.
Film Festival Selects Animated Student Short for Screening
May 29, 2024
“Frankie”— a capstone project created by Columbia College Chicago students — will be screened as a Kids First! Film Festival-curated film.
Spring Semester In Review At Columbia
May 29, 2024
Spring 2024: Columbia College Chicago Highlights
New Exhibition, Captured Earth, Opens May 24 at MoCP
May 20, 2024
The Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago (MoCP) presents "Captured Earth" on view from May 24-August 18, 2024. The exhibition is curated by Kristin Taylor, MoCP curator of academic programs and collections.
Fashion Show Leverages Student Talent From Multiple Disciplines
May 17, 2024
Columbia students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Columbia Professor Jackie Spinner Wins Prestigious Media Award
May 14, 2024
Jackie Spinner takes home award for her opinion piece about student journalism.
Get Ready for Manifest Arts Festival 2024, a Student-Powered Event
May 06, 2024
This is everything attendees need to know before Columbia College Chicago’s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
The Levin Family Expands Student-Focused Funds to Support Columbia Students
May 02, 2024
As founding members of the Family Advisory Council, Heidi and Steven Levin have made a generous gift to Columbia College Chicago to deepen the impact of the Levin Family Fund.
Ryan Argast '15 to Sing National Anthem at May 17 Cubs Game
May 02, 2024
On May 17, Ryan Argast '15 will sing the national anthem at Wrigley Field before the Cubs face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Columbia to Confer Honorary Degrees on Two Higher Education Trailblazers at its May 2024 Commencement
May 02, 2024
Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the college’s 2024 Commencement ceremonies
Ask the Expert: How to Style Yourself for Graduation
Apr 30, 2024
Columbia College Chicago Adjunct Professor Rachel Jimenez Penca uses her personal styling expertise to advise graduates on what to wear on their big day.
Creativity Without Limits: Columbia Students Bring Imaginary World to Life With Virtual Production
Apr 25, 2024
Columbia College Chicago welcomes new technology, a volume, to the Media Production Center’s Stage 3.
Columbia College Chicago Students Gear Up for TEDx Impulse and Impact Event on May 2
Apr 24, 2024
Columbia students will present TEDx Impulse and Impact lectures on May 2, exploring the power and potential of creative impulse.
Registration Now Open for the Scholarship-Eligible Summer Social Justice Institute
Apr 23, 2024
Beginning April 22, 2024, students can register for COLL 299 Topics in Creativity and Social Justice: LGBTQIA+ Social Health Equality
Celebrating World Book Day with Caldecott Award Committee Member Katie Paciga
Apr 22, 2024
Dive into the world of children’s books and culture with associate professor Katie Paciga from Humanities, History and Social Sciences at Columbia College Chicago.
Meet the 2024 Manifest Student Team
Apr 22, 2024
Columbia College Chicago’s annual Manifest Arts Festival is a student-driven tradition that showcases the work of talented creatives across disciplines. Meet the team who is making Manifest into a reality.
From Columbia Stages to the Bright Lights: Theatre Alums Offer Industry Insights in Panel Discussion
Apr 19, 2024
Columbia's Theatre Department hosted an alumni talk featuring industry professionals who shared their experiences and advice with students.
CineYouth Festival Leans on Columbia College Chicago Student Talent Behind the Scenes and on the Screens
Apr 16, 2024
The annual Chicago festival to screen films by Columbia students and alums, with Columbia students serving on the festival’s youth programming committee.
Columbia Team Wins U.S. L'Oréal Brandstorm Competition for Fourth Year in a Row
Apr 16, 2024
As the U.S. winners, students Angie Belloso, Breyona Smith, and Brianna Jennes earn an all-expense paid trip to London for the next stage of the international competition.
The Columbia Community Gathers for Solar Eclipse
Apr 12, 2024
“The Columbia Chronicle” and the Science and Math Department collaborate to bring students, faculty, and staff together in Chicago’s Grant Park for the April 8 astronomical event.
Students Enjoy Action-Packed South by Southwest
Apr 09, 2024
Led by dedicated faculty, Columbia students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
Upcoming Festivals to Showcase Animated Short by Sophomore Film and Television Student
Apr 09, 2024
International student Carlos Lerma’s film ‘Treasure Haunt’ will be shown at two upcoming festivals for young filmmakers: NFFTY and CineYouth.
Theatre Alum A. Ashley Hoff to Release Revealing Book on 'Mommie Dearest'
Apr 08, 2024
Theatre alum A. Ashley Hoff's forthcoming book, "With Love, Mommie Dearest," offers an insider's account of the making of the iconic 1981 film and its enduring cultural impact, with events planned for Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Chicago.
The Black Album Mixtape Block Party Event Brings Together Art With Purpose
Apr 08, 2024
Award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor hosted the final event, "The Block Party," for the Black Album Mixtape series at the Music Center on Friday, April 5.
NBCU Academy and 'The Columbia Chronicle' Host Panel Discussion About LatinX Voter Engagement
Apr 04, 2024
Telemundo Chicago’s Iris Berríos, NBC Chicago’s Mary Ann Ahern, and Latino News Network’s Hugo Balta — who teaches at Columbia — join forces to talk elections and issues surrounding getting out the LatinX vote.
Ask the Expert: Beth Davis-Berg on Environmental Science
Apr 02, 2024
From microplastics to sustainable swaps and the Columbia College Chicago Green Buildings Program (CCC – GBP), Science and Math Chair Beth Davis-Berg covers environmental sustainability ahead of Earth Day.
Award-Winning Columbia Faculty Film Now Available On-Demand
Apr 02, 2024
“Good Guy with a Gun,” written and directed by John Mossman, former adjunct professor of instruction at Columbia College Chicago, and produced by Kevin Cooper, an associate professor at Columbia, was recently purchased by Freestyle Digital Media and is now available on demand.
‘Columbia Chronicle’ Soars, Crowned Best Newspaper by National College Media Association
Apr 02, 2024
Columbia College Chicago’s student-led newspaper garners more prestigious awards and receives recognition for its crisis coverage.
Summer at Columbia Offers Immersive Experience for Young Creatives
Mar 29, 2024
Columbia College Chicago welcomes high school students to take college-level courses, experience campus life with Summer at Columbia.
Columbia College Chicago Student Film Garners Awards Worldwide
Mar 25, 2024
"Hole Punched Ear" started as a class project at Columbia College Chicago and is now earning worldwide acclaim.
Win $400 Prize by Submitting Your Art to Black Album Mixtape
Mar 13, 2024
Calling all creatives! It's time to show off your creative project for a chance to win a prize! The Black Album Mixtape with Regina Taylor is excited to invite all artists, musicians, poets, and more to participate.
The Bluest Eye: Exploring Transdisciplinary Storytelling at Columbia College Chicago
Mar 12, 2024
Columbia College Chicago brings Toni Morrison's “The Bluest Eye" to the stage March 13-23, made possible by student collaboration in dance, theater, writing, and other creative disciplines.
Music Department to Host Concert Benefitting Migrants
Mar 12, 2024
Columbia’s Music Department collaborates with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor and her Black Album Mixtape Project to support New Life Centers in supplying food and clothing to migrants in Chicago.
DARKROOM Leap Night Celebrates Excellence in Photography on the Rare Extra Day of the Year
Mar 11, 2024
Silver Camera Awardee Dawoud Bey was honored at DARKROOM for lasting legacy on Columbia College Chicago’s Photography Department and the Museum of Contemporary Photography (MoCP) .
I Am, I Am, I Am Exhibition Explores the Pitfalls of Traditional Femininity
Mar 08, 2024
Columbia College Chicago’s C33 Gallery presents I Am, I Am, I Am, a two-person exhibition of work by Nora Benjamin and Arrietta van der Voort. Both photographers challenge gender roles and explore the internal experience of girlhood with their thought-provoking exhibit.
Associate Professor Yonty Friesem Presents Keynote Address on Media Literacy in Brussels
Mar 07, 2024
Yonty Friesem, PhD, shares their experiences with the Illinois Media Literacy Coalition and Columbia’s Media for Social Impact program.
Empowering Creatives at ShopColumbia
Mar 07, 2024
During Women's History Month, we honor female-identifying artists who make ShopColumbia a unique shopping experience in the heart of Columbia College Chicago’s campus.
Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" Comes to Columbia March 15-23, Featuring Exclusive March 22 Blackout Performance
Mar 04, 2024
Columbia's Theatre department will stage a powerful adaptation of Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye," exploring racism's impact on an 11-year-old girl in 1940s Ohio.
Film Composer and Professor Discusses Original Score Oscar Nominees
Mar 04, 2024
Kubilay Uner, who leads Columbia's top-ranked music composition for screen program, on his favorite Academy Award-nominated score and his best bet for this year's winner.
Columbia College Chicago’s Wabash Arts Corridor Named to List of USA Today Best10 Arts Districts
Mar 01, 2024
Want to experience art while strolling the streets of the South Loop neighborhood? Look no further than our Wabash Arts Corridor, which was named one of the best places to view public art in the U.S.
LaTasha Barnes' The Jazz Continuum Takes Center Stage at The Dance Center
Feb 27, 2024
Celebrated dance artist LaTasha Barnes presents "The Jazz Continuum" at The Dance Center in March—a transformative performance blending diverse Black American dance traditions and celebrating the healing power of dance.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins 20 Awards at Illinois College Press Association Award Ceremony
Feb 20, 2024
"The Columbia Chronicle” team brings home 20 awards from the Illinois College Press Association, including first-place honors for general excellence, editorials, podcasts, and photojournalism.
Columbia Students Prepare for 16th Annual Paint it Black Showcase
Feb 19, 2024
Students in Columbia College Chicago's Black Student Union create a platform for artists to express themselves and support one another in their annual event.
B-Series Festival Celebrates a Decade of Hip Hop and Street Dance Culture with B-LONG
Feb 14, 2024
Columbia College Chicago's B-LONG Festival, from February 29 to March 3, celebrates 10 years of Hip Hop and Street Dance Culture. Featuring workshops, panels, battles, and Red Bull Dance Your Style Chicago Auditions on March 3.
Award Winning Playwright Martyna Majok Shares Insight, Experiences with Columbia Students
Feb 13, 2024
Award-winning playwright Martyna Majok visited Columbia College Chicago, engaging in a Q&A session with students about her creative process, working-class representation in the arts, and having the courage to share personal stories.
Advertising Students Discuss the Best Super Bowl Ads of 2024
Feb 13, 2024
Columbia College Chicago students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
Drag Superstar Shea Couleé ’11 Returns to Columbia
Feb 13, 2024
Columbia College Chicago welcomed back Alum Shea Couleé ’11 for a panel discussion and reception unveiling Couleé-curated fashion exhibit window.
Student-Run C3 Expo Welcomes Anime and Manga Fans to Columbia
Feb 13, 2024
Columbia students hosted a pop culture extravaganza that showcased student art, event-planning savvy, and love of cosplay.
Fashion Studies Chair Colbey Reid Publishes New Book and Article on the Domestic Posthuman
Feb 12, 2024
Columbia College Chicago’s Colbey Reid and her co-author look at various iterations of the posthuman and assert the need for alternative, feminist readings of technology and the future of humanity.
Alum Brandon Faris '02 Part of Team Behind New Run-DMC Docu-Series
Feb 09, 2024
Professional pivot leads to career success for Columbia College Chicago alum, highlighting the creative versatility of our graduates.
Learn 5 ASL Signs to Spread the Love at Columbia College Chicago
Feb 08, 2024
Share signs of love and kindness through American Sign Language (ASL). Want to learn ASL? Columbia offers an ASL institute for beginners and intermediate learners.
$110,000 in NEA Grants Awarded to Columbia College Chicago Dance Center, Museum of Contemporary Photography
Feb 07, 2024
Columbia College Chicago's Dance Center and Museum of Contemporary Photography received $110,000 in National Endowment for the Arts grants.
Super Bowl Ads: What Matters and What Works
Feb 05, 2024
Tom Eslinger, an advertising pro and assistant professor at Columbia College Chicago, offers his insights on Super Bowl advertising.
Comic Legend and Columbia Alum Shecky Greene '47 Passes Away at 97
Feb 02, 2024
Before he became a consistent presence on the Las Vegas strip and late-night talk shows, Shecky Greene ’47 attended Columbia College Chicago.
Columbia Says Goodbye to Alum Peter Berkos '51
Feb 02, 2024
Academy Award Winning Sound Effects Editor Peter Berkos ’51 recently passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy in television and film.
The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Black History Month in Chicago
Jan 31, 2024
Celebrate Black History Month with Columbia College Chicago and around the city
When the World Is Your Classroom, You Make Amazing Discoveries
Jan 30, 2024
Columbia College Chicago students take courses during January, or J-Term, that allow them to explore places such as Paris, Rome, and Buenos Aires, expanding their learning about culture, art, and themselves.
Student-Produced Musical Theatre Concert Set for Feb. 15-16
Jan 29, 2024
Columbia students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
Columbia Welcomes Pulitzer Prize-Winning Playwright Martyna Majok
Jan 26, 2024
Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for her play “Cost of Living,” will discuss issues of immigration, inequality, and humanity.
Alum Filmmaker's Short Selected for Inclusion at Berlin Film Festival
Jan 23, 2024
“Shi Ri Fan Gu” (“Sojourn to Shangri-La”), a film by Yihan Lin MFA ’21, makes its international debut in February.
Book by Professor Larry Minsky and Co-Authors Named Finalist for Prestigious Marketing Award
Jan 22, 2024
Authors explore conversational AI’s impact on engagement, behavior, and brand image in book honored by the American Marketing Association Foundation.
USA TODAY Travel Awards Nominates Wabash Arts Corridor for Best Arts District
Jan 22, 2024
Columbia College Chicago is excited to announce that USA TODAY'S 10Best Reader's Choice Travel Awards nominated Wabash Arts Corridor (WAC) for "Best Arts District" in 2024
Welcome to the Spring 2024 Semester
Jan 19, 2024
There's plenty to look forward to this spring semester at Columbia College Chicago.
Then, Now, Next—The Dance Center at Columbia College Chicago’s 50th Anniversary Season Offers Joy and Solace
Jan 18, 2024
The Dance Center at Columbia College Chicago celebrates the present moment in dance with a series of firsts.
Top Stories at Columbia College Chicago in 2023
Jan 16, 2024
A year in review. See the top stories from our students, alumni and Columbia College Chicago community.
Alum-Made Documentary About Mushers and Their Sled Dogs Now Streaming on PBS, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV+
Jan 12, 2024
“Musher,” a film made by Columbia College Chicago alums, follows four women and their dogs as they prepare for an annual race in the upper peninsula of Michigan.
Columbia and Local Nonprofit Collaborate to Showcase Valuable LBGTQ+ Community Resource
Jan 12, 2024
In January, the windows at 618 S. Michigan Avenue feature examples of clothing available at the Brave Space Alliance, a place where members of the LGBTQ+ community can find free gender-affirming clothing and more.
Honoring MLK In and Around Chicago
Jan 11, 2024
Columbia College Chicago encourages everyone to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day by serving their community.
'Jeopardy!' Invites Columbia College Chicago Staff Member Back a Second Time
Jan 02, 2024
Andrew Whatley, Senior Director of Enrollment Marketing Communications, is BACK for a second time on Jeopardy! after making his first appearance on the show last year.
Grace Kessler Overbeke to Present The Many Mrs Maisels 20th Century US Jewish Female StandUp Comedians
Dec 21, 2023
Grace Kessler Overbeke will present a talk entitled "The Many Mrs. Maisels: 20th-Century U.S. Jewish Female Stand-Up Comedians” at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio.
ASL Conference Brings High School and College Students Together at Columbia College Chicago
Dec 18, 2023
ASL students gathered for two-day conference featuring creative performances and ASL learning sessions at Columbia College Chicago
What to Watch and Where to Wander This Winter: Columbia Edition
Dec 18, 2023
Columbia College Chicago and its creative community of alums, faculty, and students offer plenty of opportunities to keep you entertained this holiday season and beyond.
Five Columbia Students Earn Prestigious Fashion Scholarships
Dec 15, 2023
Once again, the Fashion Scholarship Fund has awarded five Columbia College Chicago students scholarships and funds to travel to New York City for a gala event recognizing their accomplishments.
Columbia Grad Charlotte “Chuck” Gruman ’19 Awarded $30,000 Grant From 3Arts
Dec 11, 2023
Charlotte “Chuck” Gruman ’19 feels lucky. Gruman won an unrestricted $30,000 cash grant as one of 10 Chicago-based artists honored at the 2023 3Arts Awards in November. 3Arts is a nonprofit organization that helps artists like Gruman build their careers in performing, teaching and visual arts.
Columbia and the Chicago Fashion Incubator Announce New Partnership
Dec 11, 2023
The Chicago Fashion Incubator will transition its operations to a new speaker series at Columbia College Chicago.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023
Unleashed 2023 took place at Columbia College Chicago on November 30, showcasing extraordinary student talent and raising more than $700,000 in scholarships. Departing from the traditional fundraiser format, the Student Center transformed into a multi-floor immersive arts showcase, exploring the theme of "Connecting" across various creative disciplines.
'The Columbia Chronicle' Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
Nov 28, 2023
Columbia launched the school’s first student newspaper “CC Writer” in 1973. Renamed “The Columbia Chronicle” in 1978, the news source now reaches its audience via multiple channels including its website and special quarterly print editions.
GRAMMY-Nominated Artist-in-Residence Russell Gunn to Perform With Columbia Student Ensembles
Nov 21, 2023
Beginning Nov. 30, GRAMMY-nominated composer, producer, and trumpeter Russell Gunn will perform with Columbia’s jazz, fusion, and Latin ensembles at the historic Jazz Showcase.
Persistence Scholarships Support Student Success
Nov 20, 2023
Funds raised by Columbia’s annual Unleashed Gala — an immersive experience designed, curated, and driven by students — make a difference for students.
'The Hollywood Reporter' Once Again Names Columbia’s Music Composition for Screen MFA the Best in World
Nov 16, 2023
For the second year in a row, “The Hollywood Reporter” ranks Columbia College Chicago's graduate program in Music No. 1.
Audio Arts and Acoustics Student Awarded Scholarship to Travel To New York City for Audio Engineering Conference
Nov 14, 2023
The Audio Engineering Society and Arup, a global consulting firm, gives Senior Jesus Reyes their Diversity in Audio Scholarship.
Apollo Baldoz ’09 Created Visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour
Nov 13, 2023
Apollo Baldoz ’09 was part of the design and animation team that created the visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Accreditation for ASL Bachelor’s Renewed for Next 10 Years
Nov 06, 2023
Columbia College Chicago is proud to announce that the Commission on Collegiate Interpreter Education (CCIE) granted the ASL-English Interpretation bachelor’s program with a 10-year accreditation extension in October 2023.
Columbia Alum and AIDS Activist Danny Sotomayor '80 Subject of New PBS Documentary
Nov 02, 2023
The WTTW documentary was written, directed, and produced by WTTW Producer and Columbia Alum Daniel Andries and edited by Adjunct Faculty Member and Alum Sharon Zurek ’76.
Student Short Part of 29th Black Harvest Film Festival
Nov 01, 2023
Filmmaker Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22 will have his short screened on Nov. 4 and 11 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
Associate Professor in Communication Is Keynote Speaker at Fulbright Conference in Romania
Nov 01, 2023
At the International Conference and Training on Digital and Media Education, Yonty Friesem discusses how Columbia students learn to identity misinformation.
Journalism Symposium Brings Secretary of Interior to Columbia and Learning Opportunities to Students
Oct 18, 2023
The Journalism and Women Symposium comes to Columbia with invited speaker Deb Haaland, U.S. Secretary of Interior, and offers important takeaways for Journalism students.
Business and Entrepreneurship Re-Launches American Marketing Association Chapter
Oct 17, 2023
On October 9, the Business and Entrepreneurship department at Columbia College Chicago hosted the Marketing Mix(er), a panel discussion and networking event in collaboration with the American Marketing Association (AMA). AMA CEO Bennie Johnson, AMA Board Chair Lisa Bowman '90, and Vanessa Torres '06 led the discussion.
Award-Winning Student Animated Short Screens at LGBTQ+ Film Festival in New York
Oct 13, 2023
Twenty-six Columbia College Chicago students made the animated short “Scream Writers” as part of the Animation program's capstone project.
Semester in LA Students Go Where Entertainment, Media, and Technology Converge
Oct 10, 2023
Columbia students participate in annual Los Angeles conference featuring leaders from Warner Bros, Roku, Sony, and Mattel.
Integrating Hip Hop Into the Student Experience
Oct 06, 2023
As hip hop turns 50, we look at Columbia’s connections to the cultural phenomena that has impacted music, dance, fashion, art, film, and so much more.
Stand Up, Speak Out with Actress and Playwright Regina Taylor
Oct 05, 2023
Columbia College Chicago, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
La Cultura Cura Bridges the Gap Between Heritage and Mental Health
Oct 05, 2023
Columbia’s Student Diversity and Inclusion (SDI) department has developed a month-long program of events that aims to showcase the culture, history, and contributions of Columbia’s Latine/Hispanic community. Among them is “La Cultura Cura,” (Culture Heals) a mental health conversation featuring Dr. Ricardo Camacho, founder of Salud Chicago.
Chicago International Film Festival to Feature Work by Columbia Alums
Oct 03, 2023
“Departing Seniors” and “All Happy Families,” films made thanks to the talents of Columbia alums, will be shown at the 59th Chicago International Film Festival. Dashawna Wright MFA ’18, producer of “Departing Seniors,” will be coming to Columbia with the film’s cast and crew for a preview and discussion.
Columbia Associate Provost Editor of New Book on 'Desperately Seeking Susan' Director Susan Seidelman
Sep 26, 2023
Film producer and feminist film festival co-founder Susan Kerns is editor of “ReFocus: The Films of Susan Seidelman,” which includes Kerns’ interview with the director.
Wabash Arts Corridor Unveils Two New Murals Dedicated to Women's Political Engagement
Sep 21, 2023
The Wabash Arts Corridor announces the September 28th dedication of the Suffrage Mural Series that celebrates women’s political engagement
Columbia Fashion Studies Symposium Teaches Lessons in Inclusivity
Aug 22, 2023
Columbia faculty explore what it means to make, merchandise, retail, market and celebrate fashion that engages with, rather than denies, the existence of most people’s bodies.
Columbia Professor, Alum Explore Conversational AI in New Book
Aug 16, 2023
Professor Laurence Minsky and Scot Westwater '99 delve into the evolving landscape of marketing, analyzing the power of Conversational AI in their new book.
The Hollywood Reporter Ranks Columbia 12th Best Film School in US
Aug 15, 2023
Emmy-nominated talent and new virtual production programming highlighted.
Columbia Students Rise and Shine on 'Good Morning America'
Aug 14, 2023
Students and staff show their Columbia pride to a national audience on live television.
Outdoor Installation Honors Women Who Photograph Music
Aug 14, 2023
Columbia worked in conjunction with the ARChive of Contemporary Music, Metro/smartbar, the Museum of Contemporary Photography and the Wabash Arts Corridor to honor women who created the mythology and iconography of popular music.
Columbia Students Win 'Sound Opinions' Scholarships
Aug 07, 2023
Six students win scholarships thanks to arts criticism and songwriting competitions, earning them spots on the popular podcast hosted by Associate Professor Jim DeRogatis and fellow music critic Greg Kot.
Then, Now, Next—The Dance Center at Columbia College Chicago Celebrates 50 Years of Dedication to Sharing the Present Moment of Dance
Aug 07, 2023
50th season public programming runs October 2023 through May 2024
Welcome to Fall 2023 at Columbia College Chicago
Aug 07, 2023
Get ready for a jam-packed semester at Columbia College Chicago with events for students, families, and the community.
Live Body Fashion
Aug 04, 2023
A multi-workshop symposium on innovation through inclusivity. Hosted by Columbia College Chicago's Department of Fashion Studies.
Live Body Fashion
Aug 04, 2023
A multi-workshop symposium on innovation through inclusivity. Hosted by Columbia College Chicago's Department of Fashion Studies.
Lollapalooza Provides Students Valuable Festival Work Experience Thanks to Alum
Aug 03, 2023
Columbia students will be working at the four-day music festival thanks to an alum’s business relationship with one of the largest concert promoters in the United States.
Columbia Makes 'MovieMaker's' 2023 List of 25 Best Film Schools
Jul 31, 2023
The publication recognizes Columbia for its outstanding undergraduate and graduate film and TV degree programs as well as its Semester in LA program.
Corporate Collaboration Presents Students Opportunity to Bring Gift Bag Designs to Market
Jul 31, 2023
Students at Columbia College Chicago learn the art and business of design thanks to partnership with gift bag seller and marketing firm.
Columbia Alums Among the 2023 Emmy Nominees
Jul 17, 2023
The Television Academy recently announced its list of Emmy nominees for the 2022-2023 television season, with Columbia alums earning recognition for their outstanding work.
'The Columbia Chronicle' Wins Grant to Investigate Mental Health Issues
Jul 17, 2023
"The Columbia Chronicle" is one of eight collegiate newsrooms awarded a $10,000 grant to incorporate solutions journalism into their media operations.
Columbia College Chicago Board of Trustees Elects John M. Holmes as New Chair
Jul 13, 2023
Head of AAR CORP. succeeds Bill Wolf as Chair.
Columbia Installs New Radio Tower for Student-Led WCRX
Jul 10, 2023
Perched upon Columbia College Chicago’s 600 S. Michigan building, the new tower houses an antennae and transmitter that relays a clearer and more reliable signal to downtown Chicago.
Columbia Sound Professionals Along for the Ride at NASCAR's Chicago Pit Stop
Jun 27, 2023
Adjunct professor, students, and recent alums from Columbia College Chicago play important roles in bringing the sounds of NASCAR to local spectators and race-loving fans around the world.
Columbia College Chicago Announces the 2023 Chicagoland Transfer Awards
Jun 20, 2023
The award provides ten $15,000 scholarships and one full-tuition scholarship to students transferring from Chicago-area community colleges to Columbia College Chicago.
Columbia Faculty and Alum to Be Featured on ABC7 Chicago’s Juneteenth Special
Jun 16, 2023
“Our Chicago: Freedom Music,” a celebration of freedom expressed through the music of Chicago’s Black community, will feature Adjunct Faculty Member Andre Daniels (aka Add-2) and Alum CaSera Heining ’17 (aka DJ Ca$h Era).
Columbia College Chicago to Host Virtual Panel on Intimacy for Stage and Screen
Jun 13, 2023
On June 21, a panel of Columbia alumni will discuss the work of staging and performing intimate scenes in theatre and cinema.
Celebrating Juneteenth 2023
Jun 12, 2023
Columbia College Chicago provides recommendations on how to observe Juneteenth 2023 around the city and from home.
Adjunct Faculty Member Ryan Black to Perform an Experimental Soundscape
Jun 06, 2023
Performance artists Ryan Black and JaNae Contag will present “Temporal Biomes,” an original project commissioned by 150 Media Stream, on June 14 and 15 at 150 N. Riverside Plaza in Chicago.
The HistoryMakers Awards 2023-2024 Innovations in Pedagogy and Teaching Fellowship to Columbia Associate Professor Robert Hanserd
Jun 02, 2023
Robert Hanserd is among 12 awardees of fellowship that provides opportunities to demonstrate how faculty can creatively incorporate the HistoryMakers’ African American video oral history archive into curricula.
Designing Bandages: Curad Competition Scores Students Cash Prizes
Jun 01, 2023
Fashion Studies students participate in a design competition sponsored by Medline, maker of Curad bandages.
Summer Season at Columbia
May 30, 2023
Get the most out of your summer at Columbia College Chicago and throughout the city.
Columbia Professor Gilbert Nominated for Tony Award
May 25, 2023
Professor Heather Gilbert is nominated for second Tony in lighting design.
Columbia College Chicago Named One of the Top Visual Effects Schools in the Midwest
May 22, 2023
“Animation Career Review” ranks Columbia second in the Midwest and 23rd nationally on their annual list of top visual effects schools and colleges.
The Columbia Dance Center Awarded Chicago Arts Recovery Program Grant
May 22, 2023
The Dance Center was one of 77 recipients of the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events’ new grant program aimed at helping local arts organizations still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wabash Arts Corridor Nominated in 2023 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
May 18, 2023
Founded by Columbia College Chicago, the South Loop corridor is in the running for Best Arts District.
Columbia Alums Have Films Showcased During Cannes Film Festival
May 11, 2023
The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.
Class of 2023 by the Numbers
May 08, 2023
Get to know a little bit about the makeup of the Columbia College Chicago class of 2023.
MAM Alum Alissa Klaus on Art, Community, and Career Fulfillment
May 08, 2023
How centering professional growth on arts institutions led one Columbia College Chicago MAM alum to a rewarding career in museums.
Columbia Ranked No. 1 Illustration School in Illinois
May 05, 2023
‘Animation Career Review’ announces 5th annual rankings in Illustration, with Columbia College Chicago topping the list.
Looking Ahead to Manifest Unlocked
May 01, 2023
This is everything you need to know before Columbia College Chicago’s Manifest Arts Festival 2023.
Alum Jacob Mooney Lands Job at Pioneering Interactive Trading Card Company
May 01, 2023
Persistence pays off for Game Design Alum who now works at Wizards of the Coast.
Dance Senior Tristen Sanborn on Tap, Teaching, and Taking on Life After Columbia
May 01, 2023
How navigating opportunities in Dance had led to happiness.
Meet Team Manifest
Apr 27, 2023
Meet the team of Columbia College Chicago students who make the Manifest Arts Festival possible.
Choose Chicago Names Alum Vashon Jordan Jr. '21 Artist of the Year
Apr 27, 2023
Visual Artist Vashon Jordan Jr. recognized for work that exemplifies spirit of Chicago.
Renowned Conductor in Residence With Columbia's New Music Ensemble
Apr 26, 2023
Internationally renowned conductor, composer, and master arranger Cliff Colnot will be on campus conducting the Music Department’s New Music Ensemble in open rehearsals on April 26, May 1, and May 3.
Columbia Student Recognized for Her Work Getting Out the Vote on Campus and Beyond
Apr 26, 2023
Haley Patton, a Film and Television major at Columbia College Chicago, earns spot on the 2023 ALL In Student Voting Honor Roll.
Fashion Studies Students Participate in ARC'TERYX Design Challenge
Apr 25, 2023
The outdoor apparel and equipment company announced winners over the weekend.
Fashion Studies Alum's Internship Launches Career in Apparel Design
Apr 24, 2023
Alum and Designer Rebecca Martin BFA ‘19 now works in New York City on brands seen at Walmarts and Targets across the country.
Columbia Students Hold Second Annual Comedy Festival
Apr 24, 2023
A class of Columbia College Chicago Students welcome comedians to the stage for the second-ever Columbia Laughs Comedy Festival.
Arts Management Master's Degree Opens Doors of Opportunity for Museum Professional Jessica Meis
Apr 24, 2023
Graduate student works as a collections assistant at Columbia's Museum of Contemporary Photography.
Advertising Students Earn a Spot on Prestigious Young Ones Student Award Shortlist
Apr 18, 2023
A team of Columbia College Chicago students create an integrated campaign for PETA and get global recognition for their work.
Columbia to Confer Degrees on Theatre Critic, Jazz Artist at Commencement 2023
Apr 18, 2023
Long-time "Chicago Tribune" theatre critic Chris Jones and jazz legend and former Columbia faculty member Bobbi Wilsyn will be honored at the college’s 2023 Commencement ceremonies.
Columbia To Host Fashion Revolution Week Activities April 20-27
Apr 17, 2023
Fashion Revolution Week activities at Columbia include an ethical fashion panel discussion with "Worn’" author Sofi Thanhauser, a display of student work, a mending workshop, and more.
Professor Susan Imus on the Therapeutic Impact of the Arts
Apr 17, 2023
Columbia College Chicago Professor Susan Imus shares how the healing power of art and performance led to a fulfilling career with a global impact.
Meet the Face of Columbia College Chicago's TikTok
Apr 17, 2023
Junior Alexia Tamayo finds joy highlighting the Columbia College Chicago community on TikTok and ZeeMee.
CineYouth Festival Features Three Columbia Student Films
Apr 14, 2023
See the selected films at the annual free festival, which will be held in-person April 21 to 23 at Facets in Chicago.
Columbia Launches Advertising and Marketing Campaign
Apr 13, 2023
The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
Columbia College Chicago Faculty, Alums, and Students Nominated for Journalism Award
Apr 13, 2023
“The Latinx Word,” a collaborative magazine project produced by Associate Professor Elio Leturia and his students, is one of the works nominated for a Society of Professional Journalists, Chicago Headline Club Lisagor Award.
Three-Peat First-Place Win for Columbia's L'Oréal Brandstorm Team
Apr 11, 2023
Student team from Columbia College Chicago wins innovation competition by leveraging new technologies to promote brand.
Students Help Real-Life Clients Meet Real-World Business Goals at SXSW
Apr 10, 2023
Columbia College Chicago students get hands-on experiences in branding, talent scouting, and corporate sponsorships while at SXSW.
Alum George Chen on Building a Life in Development
Apr 10, 2023
How supporting the arts became a calling and a passion for one #Columalum.
Students Get to Work in the Music Business at SXSW
Apr 10, 2023
Columbia College Chicago students go to Austin, Texas, to produce a live showcase featuring Chicago artists.
Professor Stephen Asma Launches Podcast 'Chinwag' With Actor Paul Giamatti
Apr 10, 2023
Columbia Professor Stephen Asma partners with actor Paul Giamatti to dive into world of oddities in “Chinwag.”
Columbia Faculty Reveal Keys to the Trade in New Book on Music Marketing
Apr 03, 2023
How experience and partnership inspired two BUSE faculty members to write the book they wished they saw in the world.
HHHS Associate Professor Publishes Book Decades in the Making
Apr 03, 2023
Columbia College Chicago History, Humanities, and Social Sciences Associate Professor Rami Gabriel’s new book “A Suspicious Science” was published by Oxford University Press.
Music Alum Performs With Beyoncé and Lizzo to Uplift Audiences
Apr 03, 2023
Columbia College Chicago Alum D’Zhari Bolden ’17 describes her experiences working with two of music’s biggest superstars and her passion for making music that makes people feel good.
Brower Brothers Make the Leap With Semester in LA
Apr 03, 2023
Columbia College Chicago seniors, twins Wyatt and Wrett Brower’s leaps of faith have brought them across coasts and closer to their dream careers.
Fall 2023 Course Registration Now Open
Apr 03, 2023
These five pieces of advice will help Columbia College Chicago students thrive during class registration.
Alumni, Faculty Shine at Jeff Awards
Mar 30, 2023
Columbia College Chicago Theatre alumni and faculty were honored at Chicago’s top theatre awards.
Columbia College Chicago Alum and Assistant Professor to Lead Film Workshop at the Chicago Cultural Center
Mar 28, 2023
“One Day to Make a Movie: Indie Filmmaking Without a Budget,” a free 2-part workshop and double screening led by Columbia Assistant Professor Missy Hernandez and Alum Miguel Silveira ‘05, will take place on April 8.
Midwest Film Festival’s Emerging Filmmaker Night to Screen Columbia Alums’ Film
Mar 21, 2023
CTVA Alums Dalin Nelson and Rachel Toenies, who both graduated in 2021, will have their film Bliss shown on March 27.
Communication Associate Professor Invites Acclaimed Performer to Columbia
Mar 20, 2023
Associate Professor Elio Leturia will interview the Jeff Award-nominated singer and performer Ana Santos for his Latino Voices class.
Dance and Cultural Studies Alum Brianna Heath '17 on the Importance of Listening to Your Genuine Self
Mar 20, 2023
Creating the space she needed to thrive led Columbia College Chicago Alum Brianna Heath on the adventure of a lifetime.
Pinball Wizard Jessica Durbala '21 Launches Her First Game
Mar 20, 2023
Columbia College Chicago Computer Animation alum plays pivotal role in developing new pinball game that uses animation, storytelling, and a creative design to engage players and collectors.
Art History Assistant Professor Onur Öztürk on Architecture, Decolonization, and Our Intertwined World
Mar 20, 2023
How new ways of thinking about art and art history inform our world.
Alum Mary Kate Ashe '19 Promotes Accessibility at SXSW
Mar 20, 2023
As an accessibility operations specialist at SXSW, Deaf Studies alum helps everyone make the most of the 10-day event.
SXSW: Columbia College Chicago Students Experience the Ultimate Field Trip
Mar 20, 2023
Columbia students go where tech, film, music, education, and culture converge and benefit from real-world experiences in the entertainment and media industries.
Columbia College Chicago Welcomes Executive Producer of Innovative Short Film
Mar 14, 2023
Erik Weaver, the executive producer of the short film “FatHead," will talk to Columbia College Chicago Media Arts students about the film’s innovative use of on-set virtual production.
Instructor Jason Stephens on the Power and Possibility of Documentary Filmmaking
Mar 13, 2023
How creative exploration and a passion for finding the truth led to the success of the film Safe Place.
Assistant Professor Dave Pabellon on Design, Equity, and Communities of Protest
Mar 13, 2023
Why leaning into connections and fostering relationships is more important than ever.
‘Listening to Indigenous Voices’ Series Kicks Off
Mar 13, 2023
Columbia College Chicago’s cross-disciplinary series highlights Indigenous contributions, impact, and history.
MAM Alum and MFA Student Erica McKeehen on Choosing the Artist’s Life
Mar 13, 2023
How a purpose-driven approach has transformed McKeehen’s happiness and her future.
Career Center and CTVA Connect Students With Chicago Film and TV Industry Resources
Mar 07, 2023
On March 3, more than 150 Columbia students participated in “Chicago Works: Production Connections,” which featured a panel discussion and resource fair.
Columbia and DePaul Students Plan and Host Communications Career Conference
Mar 07, 2023
Two chapters of the Public Relations Student Society of America come together to connect students with communications professionals.
Columbia to Host 6th Annual Deep Dish Music Festival
Mar 06, 2023
Columbia College Chicago hosts high school, community college students for music festival that celebrates numerous genres
Student Explores Video Game Storytelling and Wins Gold
Mar 06, 2023
Mathew Rosario, a Navy veteran and Creative Writing major, taps into his past to create an award-winning narrative.
Alum Ashley Brown '10 on Live Events, Tour Managing, and Business Building
Mar 06, 2023
How staying true to a love of events led to incredible success and her own production company.
Adams Brings Journalism Skills to ECW Classroom
Mar 06, 2023
Journalist and new English and Creative Writing faculty member Joshua Adams follows his passions for teaching, writing to the Columbia College Chicago classroom.
New Faculty Member Brings Expertise in Virtual Production to Columbia
Mar 06, 2023
Associate Professor James Brust joins Columbia to equip students with in-demand skills in virtual production and emerging technologies.
Columbia Faculty Members’ Film Sells Out at Midwest Film Festival
Feb 28, 2023
“Good Guy With A Gun,” directed by Columbia College Chicago Adjunct Professor John Mossman and produced by Associate Professor Kevin Cooper, had its Midwest premiere on February 27 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
Black Souls Welcome Installation Celebrates Black Identity
Feb 27, 2023
Columbia College Chicago’s Student Diversity and Inclusion office organizes space for art that’s for and by Black students.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins 31 Awards From Illinois College Press Association
Feb 27, 2023
"The Columbia Chronicle" staff wins big and takes home 13 first place awards, including one for DEI coverage.
Trip to Ghana Emphasizes Importance of Music, Culture, and Connection
Feb 27, 2023
Associate Professors Robert Hanserd and Rami Gabriel visited Ghana as part of their collaborative research on culture, identity, and diaspora.
Career Day Brings Advertising Professionals Together With Columbia Students
Feb 21, 2023
Columbia College Chicago hosted the Chicago Advertising Federation’s Career Day at the Student Center, where students met with representatives from leading advertising and media companies.
Columbia Filmmaking Team Premieres 'American Parent' in London
Feb 21, 2023
A Columbia community of creatives comes together to bring a project to screen at the prestigious British Film Institute’s 37th annual Flare 2023.
Instructor and Alum Vanessa Wright '02 on Filmmaking, Marketing, and Success at Cannes
Feb 20, 2023
How intention and community led to a life of advocacy and change-making.
Dancer Vi McMahon on Art, Activism, and Thriving (Not Surviving)
Feb 20, 2023
How creating art in space has the potential to transform our world.
Ellen Winters Reynolds' Second Act as Professional Vocalist and Teacher
Feb 20, 2023
A love of music leads to a life-changing career shift for Ellen Winters Reynolds, an adjunct faculty member at Columbia College Chicago.
'Refracting Histories' Exhibit Challenges Art Legacies
Feb 20, 2023
The Museum of Contemporary Photography exhibit reveals the contributions of overlooked makers as well as discrimination that maintains the status quo.
CTVA Associate Professor to Discuss Her New Book on Diverse Screenwriting at the Chicago Cultural Center
Feb 13, 2023
Associate Professor Karla Rae Fuller will read from her latest book “Do the Right Thing: Five Screenplays That Embrace Diversity.”
Advertising Innovator Brings His Passion for Branded Entertainment to Columbia
Feb 13, 2023
Assistant Professor Tom Eslinger pitches branded entertainment to Columbia students.
Cinema and Television Arts Students Forge Friendships While Creating Films
Feb 13, 2023
Georgia Lee, Liberty Thomas, and Marissa Traver set their sights on careers in film and television production and find friendships along the way.
HHSS Associate Professor Co-Authors Groundbreaking Book 'Five Hundred African Voices'
Feb 13, 2023
Associate Professor Robert Hanserd explores previously unknown African slave ship survivor tales in “Five Hundred African Voices.”
Business and Entrepreneurship Student Hunter Meisel Carves Her Own Path
Feb 13, 2023
Sophomore Hunter Meisel on the importance of connection, community, and taking the leap.
Columbia Named One of 2023’s Top Game Design Schools
Feb 07, 2023
The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of game design schools and colleges places Columbia College Chicago among the top schools.
Columbia Journalism Professor to Discuss Documentary with Pulitzer Prize Winner in D.C.
Feb 06, 2023
“Morocco, Morocco” was directed by Associate Professor Jackie Spinner and funded in part by Columbia College Chicago.
Efroymson Creative Writing Series Welcomes First Artist of 2023
Feb 06, 2023
Columbia College Chicago hosts poet Huascar Medina.
Chicago Reporter Names Hugo Balta Executive Editor
Feb 06, 2023
Adjunct faculty member and Columbia parent Hugo Balta hopes new role at "The Chicago Reporter" brings opportunities to Columbia students.
Award Season Shines Light on Talents of Columbia Alums
Feb 06, 2023
Films and shows nominated for prestigious awards are backed by the talents of Columbia alums.
Fashion Studies Associate Professor Justin Dougan-LeBlanc Pushes Boundaries
Jan 30, 2023
Trained as an architect, Columbia College Chicago’s Justin Dougan-LeBlanc takes on challenges in both fashion and art.
New Welcome Center Opens
Jan 30, 2023
Columbia College Chicago unveils new home for admissions.
Columbia College Chicago to Partner With NBCU Academy
Jan 26, 2023
Columbia students in media arts to benefit from scholarships, training, and enhanced course content as part of a dynamic new partnership.
Columbia Alums Meet With Students at NRF 2023 in New York City
Jan 23, 2023
Columbia College Chicago alums working in fashion, advertising, PR, and marketing communication share their experiences and insights with current students
Semester in LA Amplifies Opportunities for Audio Arts and Acoustics Student
Jan 23, 2023
Driven by a love of music and travel, Raina Villareal ventures to LA to meet sound professionals and explore sound engineering careers.
Theatre Alum Brings Columbia Learned Skills to Center Stage
Jan 23, 2023
Michael Kurowski ‘16 stars in production of “Big Fish” at The Marriott Theatre.
Columbia Students Win Scholarships and Take on New York During NRF Foundation Student Program
Jan 18, 2023
NRF Foundation scholarship recipients from Columbia place second in Student Challenge and enjoy three days of fashion industry events and networking opportunities.
The Dance Center at Columbia College Chicago Announces Spring Performances
Jan 17, 2023
Columbia announces Spring lineup for 49th Dance Presenting Series.
Columbia Named One of 2023’s Top Animation Schools
Jan 09, 2023
The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of animation schools and colleges places Columbia in the top 15 percent nationally.
Looking Ahead to the Spring Semester
Jan 09, 2023
Spring 2023 at Columbia College Chicago promises to be action packed.
Columbia Staff Member to Appear on ‘Jeopardy!’
Jan 09, 2023
Who is Andrew Whatley?
The Dance Center of Columbia College Chicago Announces Interim Director
Jan 06, 2023
Meredith Sutton will become the interim director of the Dance Presenting Series.
Columbia Students Awarded Prestigious Fashion Scholarships
Jan 06, 2023
In April, five Columbia College Chicago scholarship winners will travel to New York City where the Fashion Scholarship Fund will recognize the students at a gala event.
Columbia Students Named Finalists in NRF Foundation’s Student Challenge
Dec 20, 2022
Columbia students will earn scholarships and again head to New York City to meet with retail industry leaders and attend the NRF Foundation Honors event.
Columbia Holds Sixth Annual Hip-Hop Festival
Dec 19, 2022
The Fresh Connect festival at Columbia College Chicago celebrated the school and city’s rich hip-hop history for the sixth year
5 Questions with Columbia Alum and Trustee Staci R. Collins Jackson
Dec 19, 2022
The road to leading publicity for ‘Black Panther 2: Wakanda Forever’
Anchor and Reporter Paige Barnes ’21 Found Stories Worth Telling at Columbia
Dec 19, 2022
Alum Paige Barnes ’21 recalls how her experiences at Columbia paved the way to her current roles as morning anchor and reporter at WSBT in northern Indiana and southwest Michigan
Make Columbia Part of Your Holiday Season: Watch Alum Movies and Shows
Dec 19, 2022
Check out our list of 2022 Columbia-alum streaming projects
Columbia’s Rankings and Awards in 2022
Dec 19, 2022
Columbia College Chicago, community excellence recognized around the world
DeAndre James Allen-Toole '15, MFA '17 Receives ASCAP Foundation Michelle and Dean Kay Award
Dec 19, 2022
Noted for his eclectic style, Allen-Toole — who earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia College Chicago — wrote the music for the neo-western film “God’s Country.”
Columbia College Chicago and the Illinois Institute of Technology Join Forces to Offer Students Expanded Learning Opportunities
Dec 19, 2022
Beginning with the Spring 2023 term, Columbia Cinema and Television Arts and Interactive Arts and Media students can participate in a for-credit exchange program with Illinois Tech, giving them opportunities to complement their media and arts education with the academic strengths of neighboring Illinois Tech.
Screenplay by Alum Michael Burgner MFA '14 Makes 2022 Black List
Dec 16, 2022
Black List films have earned 54 Academy Awards since 2005, including four of the last 12 Best Picture Oscars.
Communication & Media Studies Research Network Names Eric Freedman New Research Network Chair
Dec 15, 2022
In this new role, the dean of Columbia’s School of Media Arts will take on several responsibilities, including serving as editor of ‘The Journal of Communication and Media Studies.’
Fashion Design Alum Shaquita Reed ’18 Expresses Herself Using Different Mediums
Dec 12, 2022
Shaquita Reed shares her journey as a mixed media artist, fashion designer, teacher, and graduate student
Newcity's Film 50 2022 Celebrates Members of Columbia's Community
Dec 12, 2022
Associate Provost and Associate Professor Susan Kerns as well as numerous alums and former students named on Newcity’s listing of Chicago’s top film professionals.
Alum Calid Bowen ’10 on Building a Creative Life
Dec 12, 2022
How a Master of Arts Management in the Music Business set the stage for a successful multidimensional career
Nine-Time GRAMMY Nominated Music Producer Alum Marcos Palacios ‘06 on Living His Dream
Dec 12, 2022
How the multi-platinum artist carved his own path
Columbia Presents Written Image Awards to Student and Alum Screenwriters
Dec 06, 2022
On Nov. 28, Columbia College Chicago hosted its annual event to honor Cinema and Television Arts students and alums.
Columbia Honors Robert Townsend With First Columbia Icon Award
Dec 05, 2022
Chicago actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director honored at student-produced scholarship gala
Google Play Names Mental Health App Developed by Columbia Team 'Best App for Good'
Nov 30, 2022
Created by a team that includes Associate Professor Bill Guschwan and past and present Columbia students, the STIGMA app makes Google Play’s "Best of 2022" list.
Columbia Hosts First Student-Programmed Gala to Raise Money for Scholarships
Nov 28, 2022
Spearheaded by the Columbia College Chicago Board of Trustees, “Unleashed 2022” features eleven interactive showcases of student work, cocktails, and dinner followed by a performance of the institution’s award-winning gospel ensemble.
Transfer Student Trisa Colon on Building a Future as a Returning Learner
Nov 28, 2022
How strategy and scholarships led one student to reinvent her career path and follow her dreams.
Student Event Producer Iridian Fierro on Scholarships and Achieving Her Dreams
Nov 28, 2022
Iridian Fierro is an Arts Management graduate student on two activation teams for the 2022 Scholarship Fundraiser.
Student Finds Inspiration and Motivation Through Event Collaboration
Nov 28, 2022
Partnering with other creatives to plan Columbia’s upcoming “Unleashed 2022” scholarship fundraising event presents new possibilities for Senior Sean Miller.
Student Short Screened and Named Finalist at 2022 China Golden Rooster and Hundred Flowers Film Festival
Nov 23, 2022
Columbia College Chicago students Chengyu Lu and Yixi Luo (Micro) screen their film “Far Above the Starry Sky” at annual festival in Xiamen.
Adjunct Faculty Member Michael Freeman's Project Garners a GRAMMY Nomination
Nov 22, 2022
“Into the Little Blue House,” a GRAMMY-nominated children’s album, was produced by Michael Freeman, an adjunct faculty member in the Audio Arts and Acoustics department at Columbia College Chicago.
Columbia College Chicago Recognized as a 2022 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting
Nov 22, 2022
Columbia College Chicago is one of 394 colleges and universities recognized for its efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement in the 2022 election.
Singer and Music Instructor G. Thomas Allen Celebrates Second GRAMMY Nominated Project
Nov 21, 2022
“When you do what you love, it doesn’t feel like work,” says Allen.
Animation Offers Unexpected Professional Opportunities for Assistant Professor John Losacco
Nov 21, 2022
New full-time faculty member John Losacco worked as an arcade game animator for years before realizing that teaching animation could be just as fun.
Thank You, Columbia Community
Nov 21, 2022
Columbia College Chicago recognizes the students, faculty, and staff who comprise Columbia's vibrant creative community.
Alum Cara Lawson's Whirlwind Year Results in Film Screening at Tribeca Festival and Enormous Gratitude
Nov 14, 2022
Selected for Rising Voices — which promotes stories by BIPOC filmmakers — Alum Cara Lawson '14 seizes unique storytelling opportunity and sees the helpful side of the film industry.
Tips for Musicians From Music Alum Parris Fleming
Nov 14, 2022
Having toured with numerous artists, including Harry Styles and Tony Allen, Alum Parris Fleming ‘14 knows how to play the trumpet and much more. He recently shared his lessons learned with Columbia students.
Columbia Faculty Member Helps Create Upcoming Art on the Mart Exhibit
Nov 11, 2022
Graphic Design Faculty Member Guy Villa, Jr.’s ‘Chicago Design Through the Decades’ exhibition opens Friday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m., and will run nightly through December 30 as part of the Merchandise Mart’s Art on the Mart series.
Columbia Faculty and Students Participate in Moroccan Film Festival
Nov 11, 2022
CTVA Professor Mehrnaz Saeed-Vafa was a judge at the International Film School Festival of Tétouan in Morocco, which featured films from Columbia students.
Sophomore Fashion Studies Student Awarded Rising Star Scholarship
Nov 09, 2022
Created by the NRF Foundation, Rising Star Scholarships help students like Columbia's Mollie Baker gain valuable opportunities to learn about career opportunities in retail and attend the NRF Foundation Student Program in January.
Music Composition for the Screen MFA Program Named #1 Worldwide by 'The Hollywood Reporter'
Nov 08, 2022
Professor, Alum, and Student Part of Award-Winning Integrated Marketing Campaign
Nov 08, 2022
Professor Laurence Minsky — along with alum Dmitry Sandel ’96 and student Madison Apton — helps team win gold at Marcom Awards, an international competition.
Columbia Film Student Lands Prestigious Internship
Nov 08, 2022
Ben Dawson, a junior at Columbia studying film and cinematography, is one of 12 students selected for the Television Academy Foundation Internship Program.
Associate Chair of Art and Art History Brings Metal Pour Event to Logan Square
Nov 07, 2022
Taylor Hokanson hosted a live aluminum pour at Logan Square’s Comfort Station Sunday for community members and students.
Almanya Narula '16 Featured in Chicago Reader
Apr 23, 2026
Almanya Narula '16 is featured in a new Chicago Reader article by Columbia alum (and Reader theater editor) Kerry Reid '87.
Theatre Alum and Nonbinary Runner Jake Fedorowski Featured in 'Runner's World'
Apr 23, 2026
Jake Fedorowski '17 is paving the way for inclusive marathons around the world.
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