Columbia College Chicago students, faculty, and staff lend their voice and production talents to make “The Liberty Boys 1776,” an audio series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
A look from "Scarlet Vanguard," a collection by Fashion Studies BFA alum Charlee Lambert '26, earned a coveted spot in the Driehaus Fashion Awards runway show and WGN's Fourth of July fashion roundup.
Columbia College Chicago’s Matthew Hua, a Music Composition for Screen MFA student, becomes the first composer selected for Disability Belongs' 2026 Entertainment Lab, an entertainment pipeline program for film and television creatives with disabilities.
The Illustration Student Group's fifth annual INK Fest generated more than $52,000 in sales, giving more than 100 student and alumni artists real-world experience selling their work while drawing record attendance.
Columbia College Chicago alumni Joe Burke ’06 and Daniel Kenji Levin ’06 made the acclaimed microbudget feature “Burt,” now available on streaming platforms, with borrowed gear and the creative partnership they first formed as students.
Students in Columbia's Summer Mural Painting course are learning the creative and business sides of public art while completing a large-scale collaborative mural and preparing for professional opportunities beyond the classroom.
Norman Teague ’12 led the design of custom benches for the Obama Presidential Center with support from studio manager and designer Daniel Overbey ’17.
Columbia Audio Arts students and alumni joined young musicians from the nonprofit Guitars Over Guns and Eddie Vedder to record an inspiring new song ahead of the Obama Presidential Center opening celebration on June 18. The song is now available on streaming platforms.
It's Columbia College Chicago Day thanks to Mayor Brandon Johnson, Alderman Lamont Robinson, and the City Council of Chicago.
As part of Columbia College Chicago’s Renaissance Rising initiative, the college has appointed five deans to lead its eight schools beginning August 16, 2026.
Columbia College Chicago filmmaker Colson Foster wanted his BFA thesis film to tell a deeply personal transgender story — and professional actor Marquise Vilsón said the project’s authenticity made it impossible to turn down.
Columbia College Chicago students are transforming tandem bicycles into imaginative creations for Red Bull Spin Off on June 13.
The film, created by a team of Columbia College Chicago filmmakers, continues its award-winning festival run by taking home a People’s Gold Telly.
A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
"Newcity" recognized School of Fashion director Colbey Emmerson Reid, PhD, and fashion studies professor Justin Dougan-LeBlanc on their annual list of people who shape Chicago's design landscape.
Ahead of his June 3 AIGA Chicago conversation, Columbia College Chicago alum Christopher Jobson reflects on the interdisciplinary creative culture that helped shape contemporary art platform Colossal and Joy Machine gallery.
An award-winning Chicago Architecture Center tour explores Columbia College Chicago’s role in preserving architecture and shaping the South Loop.
The debut collection of poems by Chrissy Martin, currently an assistant professor of English in Louisiana, explores everything from identity and disability to pop culture and love.
Adjunct Professor of Instruction Fernando Jones, founding director of Columbia’s Blues Ensemble, brings his free Blues camp to the Columbia College Chicago campus on July 5 to 10; he will also be performing with past campers at Chicago’s Blues Fest on June 6.
Columbia College Chicago welcomes Lisa Chester and Rob Biodrowski to its Board of Trustees, bringing leadership experience across philanthropy, finance, business, and community engagement.
Columbia College Chicago Associate Professor Julie Minbiole, PhD, has been named the next editor-in-chief of “The American Biology Teacher,” bringing her interdisciplinary approach to science education and scientific literacy to a national leadership role.
During a multi-day visit to Columbia College Chicago, entrepreneur Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin collaborated with students, faculty, and Chicago cultural leaders to explore how historic legacies can inspire modern innovation.
Celebrate 25 years of Manifest Arts Festival with Columbia College Chicago on Saturday, May 16.
Columbia College Chicago will honor alumni Precious Brady-Davis ’13 and Sydney Corryn Holman ’12 with the inaugural Creative Catalyst Award and Columbia Champion Award at the 2026 Creative Connections Reception.
Columbia College Chicago brings musicians together to put on a show of support for Audio Arts major Kathrynn Vettas.
Columbia College Chicago School of Fashion professor Justin Dougan-LeBlanc’s wearable sculptures enter The Met’s permanent collection, with works on view in “Costume Art.”
The Columbia Scholastic Press Association honors Columbia College Chicago’s “Allium, A Journal of Print & Prose” with a Silver Collegiate Crown Award and individual recognition for students and their poetry.
While at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, Senior Alex Lu’s initiative—and a tube of glue—help him make industry connections.
Columbia College Chicago students bring the Tony Award-winning musical “Fun Home” to the stage, navigating a nonlinear story of family, identity, and memory.
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Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker and Toi Salter will receive honorary Doctor of Arts degrees at Columbia College Chicago’s 2026 Commencement.
The American Marketing Association's event brings emerging marketing leaders from across the country to campus for immersive, peer-driven training and collaboration
Fashion Merchandising major Galaxy Wolf gains firsthand insight into the apparel industry.
Following her breakout role in the best picture–winning “One Battle After Another,” Columbia College Chicago alum Chase Infiniti ’22 leads Hulu’s “The Testaments,” based on Margaret Atwood’s acclaimed novel.
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.
Columbia College Chicago alum and faculty Jonathan Castillo shares insight into his work and the ideas shaping his practice.
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, 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.
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Theatre and Dance unveils a dynamic 2026–2027 season spanning musicals, comedy, horror, and contemporary adaptations.
Columbia College Chicago alum Darlene Mitchell ’13 is a finalist on the current season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
Once again, Columbia College Chicago students travel to SXSW in Austin for an unforgettable experiential learning experience.
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.
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.
A new exhibition showcases more than 150 works from Columbia’s foundation courses across three campus galleries.
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 brings a powerful mix of dance and live music to Columbia, exploring identity, connection, and community through world premieres and a returning work.
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 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.
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.
Teerath Majumder, an assistant professor at Columbia College Chicago, taps into his roots for an upcoming performance at Chicago’s Elastic Arts Foundation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Columbia College Chicago’s top-notch student-led media outlet recognized again for excellence in collegiate journalism.
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.
In a ceremony that blended academic tradition with Columbia’s signature creativity, Dr. Bolton’s investiture marks an important moment in Columbia’s renaissance.
Columbia College Chicago students build “We Make Monsters,” an immersive, devised production that explores how communities create myth — and monsters — together.
The Dance Center’s B-Series features guest artists, cyphers, panels, and more –centered around a celebration of Hip Hop, healing, and community.
The “Chronicle,” Columbia College Chicago's student-run media outlet, brings home 34 awards — including nine first-place honors and the division sweepstakes title.
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 launches two new online graduate programs in Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management, designed for working professionals seeking flexible, industry-connected degrees.
“Frankie,” a capstone animated short created by Columbia alums, has been selected for the 2026 New York International Children’s Film Festival.
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.
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.
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.
Faculty from Columbia College Chicago's School of Theatre and Dance contributed choreography, text direction, and sound design to The Seldoms’ climate-focused work.
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.
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.
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.
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” features more than 100 works from the museum’s permanent collection that trace five decades of collecting.
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, 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.
Columbia College Chicago students combine their unique talents to produce a musical competition at a local venue.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Students channel their inner Jimmy Kimmels to create “Columbia After Dark.”
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.
Filmmaker Daniel Pico ’02 says the incentive gives new momentum to his film, a once-stalled project now headed toward production.
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.
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.
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.
Zippers took center stage as fashion students partnered with manufacturer YKK on a project connecting concept, construction, and real-world practice.
From new leadership to standout student and alumni achievements, here are the stories that captured the most attention on Columbia’s website in 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.
A Columbia class set Angie Belloso on a path to a full-time role in L’Oréal’s 2026 Management Trainee program.
WCRX, Columbia College Chicago’s student-run radio station, brings back its annual fundraiser and broadcast to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
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.
“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.
CTAS (Created to Achieve Success), a Columbia College Chicago student organization, raises money and collects course materials to support their peers.
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.
This marks the third time Columbia has earned the top spot on this prestigious annual list.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Kira Cooper, an Arts and Entertainment Management major at Columbia College Chicago, is one of just 23 students nationwide selected for the Gersh Externship.
Columbia College Chicago Animation professor John Losacco wins Best Animated Short Film in North America for “The Perfect Present.”
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.
Voice students at Columbia College Chicago receive personalized performance feedback from a Broadway veteran.
Columbia Fashion student Shamya Banks was named a 2026 NRF Next Generation Scholarship finalist for her sustainable, Gen Z–inspired Crate & Barrel concept.
Columbia alumni Alexander Knox ‘15 and Bryant Von Woodson II ‘18 are leading creative innovation at Coach, blending fashion, culture, and storytelling.
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.
In its annual listing of the best film schools, “TheWrap” ranks Columbia College Chicago No. 18.
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.
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.
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 College Chicago students brought light, sound, and imagination to the city’s annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
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.
A new book by Columbia College Professor Carmelo Esterrich takes a deep dive into the influential, Spanish-language album “Re.”
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Theatre and Dance announces its 2025–26 season featuring comedy, devised works, and musicals.
Columbia Theatre and Dance students performed a “Grease” tribute at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, previewing their full November production.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented research at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Columbia’s theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
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.
Columbia students and faculty are showcasing bold, community-focused projects in the 2025–26 Chicago Architecture Biennial
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.
Anne Libera’s new book "Funnier" and Columbia’s expanding comedy programs highlight how comedy can be taught as both craft and cultural force.
Musical Theatre alum Chase Infiniti ’22 was cast alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in Paul Thomas Anderson’s upcoming film “One Battle After Another."
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.
Kevin Christophersen, an associate professor at Columbia College Chicago, takes home the Silver Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago.
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.
Columbia hosted a Black Theatre Day gathering focused on legacy, community, and future possibilities.
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.
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.
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’s Michigan Avenue windows feature the World Fashion Festival this month, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and showcasing global creativity.
“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 and illustrator Jacqueline Alcántara partnered with U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor on a new children’s book.
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.
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.
Columbia College Chicago Associate Professor Elio Leturia was recognized for addressing the challenging issue of artificial intelligence through creative teaching.
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” 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
This marks the 14th consecutive year Columbia College Chicago has earned a top in "The Hollywood Reporter's" annual rankings of film schools.
This summer, Columbia students participated in an immersive study abroad trip to Japan that sparked personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and new creative perspectives.
Make plans to watch “American Parent” and “Dawn Dusk”— two films rooted in personal storytelling and backed by Columbia College Chicago talent.
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.
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.
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.
Columbia Art History alum Sylvia Faichney will continue her research on army family housing with support from prestigious CASVA and Dumbarton Oaks fellowships.
Two student teams from Columbia College Chicago’s School of Design earned nominations for the 2025 International UX Awards in the New Talent category.
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.
Columbia fashion students and alumni debuted original motorsports-inspired looks at the NASCAR Chicago Street Race in downtown Chicago.
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.
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.
With events like NASCAR, Lollapalooza, and Chicago’s Pride Parade, Columbia College Chicago’s student-led newsroom is in full gear.
Fashion students created upcycled couture garments for "Patterned by Nature" at the Chicago Botanic Garden, showcasing sustainable design and innovation.
Erin McCarthy has been awarded a national teaching fellowship from the HistoryMakers.
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.
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.
Professor Emeritus Michael Rabiger, an internationally respected filmmaker and scholar, was former chair of Columbia College Chicago’s film department.
"About Noon" by Alessandro Bo (June 20-September 19) explores gentrification and displacement in Mexico through photography, video, and collage.
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.
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 at Columbia College Chicago was filled with incredible accomplishments from faculty, students, and alumni in media, arts, and more.
Through storytelling and collaboration, Columbia College Chicago students bring imagination, authenticity, and vulnerability to the TEDx stage.
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.
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 College Chicago congratulates Jerry Brindisi, interim director of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship, on his Music Business Association win.
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.
Luis Nasser’s new paper explores the thermodynamic roots of why harmony sounds pleasing to the ear.
"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, 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.
Columbia College Chicago’s Animation program ranked #5 nationally among schools offering an Animation-related BA by "Animation Career Review."
Philip Seward received recognition for the opera “A House Divided,” which he composed with the support of a Columbia College Chicago Faculty Development Grant.
Three interior architecture students were honored in “Metropolis” magazine’s 2025 Future100 list for their innovation and design excellence.
Columbia College Chicago students explore music and business at Popakademie in Hammelburg, Germany.
"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.
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.
The Peoples Gas Energy Efficiency Program has helped Columbia College Chicago with its energy savings for its South Loop campus since 2013.
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.
Three sections of the AIDS Memorial Quilt will be displayed at the Getz Theatre Center from April 30–May 13.
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.
Fashion Design alum Jacey Rhorer '00 is making her mark as the Official Milliner for the 2025 Kentucky Derby Festival.
This event will feature original dance works by students, celebrating creativity and personal stories through choreography.
The Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA recognizes Columbia for encouraging students to register and vote.
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.
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 College Chicago is the regional affiliate for Cook County and the Chicago area for the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards.
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.
Niko Gerentes ’18, a Columbia College Chicago alum, voices four distinct characters in the animated short “The Bad Guys: Little Lies and Alibis.”
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.
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.
For Women, by Women is an annual student-led exhibition showcasing the voices of women and nonbinary artists through photography, painting, fashion, and more.
Illustration alum Mac McGuire ‘24 creates her first major mural for Columbia College Chicago as the lead artist.
Molly Schneider, PhD, receives the prestigious award for her book “Gold Dust on the Air: Television Anthology Drama and Midcentury American Culture.”
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.
Abby Rankin, a senior at Columbia College Chicago, blends comedy and education.
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 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 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 Michelle Brady ’07, a military veteran and attorney, proves it’s never too late to return to the literary world.
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.
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 students have been named Fashion Scholarship Fund Class of 2025 Scholars and will be honored at the FSF LIVE Gala in New York City.
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.
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.
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 will host the Chicago premiere of “Meanwhile,” a powerful documentary about art and resilience directed by Catherine Gund.
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.
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.
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 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 students won first place in the 2025 NRF Foundation University Challenge, with another team reaching the national semi-finals.
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.”
CampusNav, an app prototype developed by a UX Design student team, helps Columbia College Chicago students navigate campus and access key resources.
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 alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas ‘96 compiled the 24 best action shots, portraits, and landscapes she captured over 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’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" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
Columbia College Chicago supports juniors and seniors through the Persistence Scholarship with funds raised at the college’s annual gala.
Creative Agency class rebrands Austin-Bergstrom International Airport’s concessions, contributing to award-winning campaign.
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 alumni, including a GRAMMY nominee and Disney animator, return to campus to inspire the next generation of creators with their expertise and unique perspectives.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Two Columbia student films, “Adagio” and “Behind His Eyes,” will compete in the National Student Production Awards Long Form category.
The Chicago International Film Festival features the work of Columbia College Chicago alumni and students on screen and behind the scenes.
Columbia's bilingual students at The Chronicle gain invaluable guidance working with a newly appointed bilingual faculty advisor.
Columbia students and alums are among those who came together with NBCUniversal executives and reporters to network and learn more about AI.
Olabode was chosen for a $25,000 scholarship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
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.
Columbia’s School of Fashion partnered with Boy Meets Girl on adaptive fashion, leading to a sold-out collection and future collaborations.
“The New Raymond," a Columbia College Chicago student film, will screen on September 27, vying for top honors at the Glendale International Film Festival.
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.
Before "Hacks" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel," there was the comedienne who started it all.
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.
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.”
A new semester is upon us. Get ready to discover new vibrant campus art and reconnect with friends.
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 of Columbia College Chicago unveils Season 51, marking its debut as part of the new School of Theatre and Dance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This year's nominees include individuals from Columbia's Theatre and Music programs working in performance, design, direction, choreography, and musical composition.
Michael Freeman, who teaches in the School of Audio and Music at Columbia, inducted as a "Legendary Producer."
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.
Columbia College Chicago is once again recognized in ‘MovieMaker’s’ annual list of top film schools.
Patricia Kara '94 guides the next generation of talent through the intricacies of the entertainment realm in her new book, "Dream On...Now Deliver."
Kubilay Uner leads Columbia’s Music Composition for the Screen program, which has been ranked the best in the world by “The Hollywood Reporter.”
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.
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.
The Dance Center's 2024 Symposium “Experiencing Time/Embodying Rhythm” is co-curated by Lisa Gonzales and Darrell Jones.
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.
Ryan Black, who teaches Audio classes at Columbia, joins NÆ on stage in Chicago’s Andersonville Neighborhood on June 8.
“Frankie”— a capstone project created by Columbia College Chicago students — will be screened as a Kids First! Film Festival-curated film.
Spring 2024: Columbia College Chicago Highlights
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.
Columbia students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Jackie Spinner takes home award for her opinion piece about student journalism.
This is everything attendees need to know before Columbia College Chicago’s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 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.
On May 17, Ryan Argast '15 will sing the national anthem at Wrigley Field before the Cubs face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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
Columbia College Chicago Adjunct Professor Rachel Jimenez Penca uses her personal styling expertise to advise graduates on what to wear on their big day.
Columbia College Chicago welcomes new technology, a volume, to the Media Production Center’s Stage 3.
Columbia students will present TEDx Impulse and Impact lectures on May 2, exploring the power and potential of creative impulse.
Beginning April 22, 2024, students can register for COLL 299 Topics in Creativity and Social Justice: LGBTQIA+ Social Health Equality
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.
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.
Columbia's Theatre Department hosted an alumni talk featuring industry professionals who shared their experiences and advice with students.
The annual Chicago festival to screen films by Columbia students and alums, with Columbia students serving on the festival’s youth programming committee.
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 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.
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.
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'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.
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.
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.
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.
“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 College Chicago’s student-led newspaper garners more prestigious awards and receives recognition for its crisis coverage.
Columbia College Chicago welcomes high school students to take college-level courses, experience campus life with Summer at Columbia.
"Hole Punched Ear" started as a class project at Columbia College Chicago and is now earning worldwide acclaim.
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.
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.
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.
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) .
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.
Yonty Friesem, PhD, shares their experiences with the Illinois Media Literacy Coalition and Columbia’s Media for Social Impact program.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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 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.
Columbia College Chicago students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
Columbia College Chicago welcomed back Alum Shea Couleé ’11 for a panel discussion and reception unveiling Couleé-curated fashion exhibit window.
Columbia students hosted a pop culture extravaganza that showcased student art, event-planning savvy, and love of cosplay.
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.
Professional pivot leads to career success for Columbia College Chicago alum, highlighting the creative versatility of our graduates.
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.
Columbia College Chicago's Dance Center and Museum of Contemporary Photography received $110,000 in National Endowment for the Arts grants.
Tom Eslinger, an advertising pro and assistant professor at Columbia College Chicago, offers his insights on Super Bowl advertising.
Before he became a consistent presence on the Las Vegas strip and late-night talk shows, Shecky Greene ’47 attended Columbia College Chicago.
Academy Award Winning Sound Effects Editor Peter Berkos ’51 recently passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy in television and film.
Celebrate Black History Month with Columbia College Chicago and around the city
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.
Columbia students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for her play “Cost of Living,” will discuss issues of immigration, inequality, and humanity.
“Shi Ri Fan Gu” (“Sojourn to Shangri-La”), a film by Yihan Lin MFA ’21, makes its international debut in February.
Authors explore conversational AI’s impact on engagement, behavior, and brand image in book honored by the American Marketing Association Foundation.
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
There's plenty to look forward to this spring semester at Columbia College Chicago.
The Dance Center at Columbia College Chicago celebrates the present moment in dance with a series of firsts.
A year in review. See the top stories from our students, alumni and Columbia College Chicago community.
“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.
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.
Columbia College Chicago encourages everyone to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day by serving their community.
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 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 students gathered for two-day conference featuring creative performances and ASL learning sessions at Columbia College Chicago
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.
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.
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.
The Chicago Fashion Incubator will transition its operations to a new speaker series at Columbia College Chicago.
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.
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.
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.
Funds raised by Columbia’s annual Unleashed Gala — an immersive experience designed, curated, and driven by students — make a difference for students.
For the second year in a row, “The Hollywood Reporter” ranks Columbia College Chicago's graduate program in Music No. 1.
The Audio Engineering Society and Arup, a global consulting firm, gives Senior Jesus Reyes their Diversity in Audio Scholarship.
Apollo Baldoz ’09 was part of the design and animation team that created the visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
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.
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.
Filmmaker Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22 will have his short screened on Nov. 4 and 11 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
At the International Conference and Training on Digital and Media Education, Yonty Friesem discusses how Columbia students learn to identity misinformation.
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.
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.
Twenty-six Columbia College Chicago students made the animated short “Scream Writers” as part of the Animation program's capstone project.
Columbia students participate in annual Los Angeles conference featuring leaders from Warner Bros, Roku, Sony, and Mattel.
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.
Columbia College Chicago, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
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.
“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.
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.
The Wabash Arts Corridor announces the September 28th dedication of the Suffrage Mural Series that celebrates women’s political engagement
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.
Professor Laurence Minsky and Scot Westwater '99 delve into the evolving landscape of marketing, analyzing the power of Conversational AI in their new book.
Emmy-nominated talent and new virtual production programming highlighted.
Students and staff show their Columbia pride to a national audience on live television.
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.
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.
50th season public programming runs October 2023 through May 2024
Get ready for a jam-packed semester at Columbia College Chicago with events for students, families, and the community.
A multi-workshop symposium on innovation through inclusivity. Hosted by Columbia College Chicago's Department of Fashion Studies.
A multi-workshop symposium on innovation through inclusivity. Hosted by Columbia College Chicago's Department of Fashion Studies.
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.
The publication recognizes Columbia for its outstanding undergraduate and graduate film and TV degree programs as well as its Semester in LA program.
Students at Columbia College Chicago learn the art and business of design thanks to partnership with gift bag seller and marketing firm.
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" is one of eight collegiate newsrooms awarded a $10,000 grant to incorporate solutions journalism into their media operations.
Head of AAR CORP. succeeds Bill Wolf as Chair.
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.
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.
The award provides ten $15,000 scholarships and one full-tuition scholarship to students transferring from Chicago-area community colleges to Columbia College Chicago.
“Our Chicago: Freedom Music,” a celebration of freedom expressed through the music of Chicago’s Black community, will feature Adjunct Faculty Member Andre Daniels (aka Add-2) and Alum CaSera Heining ’17 (aka DJ Ca$h Era).
On June 21, a panel of Columbia alumni will discuss the work of staging and performing intimate scenes in theatre and cinema.
Columbia College Chicago provides recommendations on how to observe Juneteenth 2023 around the city and from home.
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.
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.
Fashion Studies students participate in a design competition sponsored by Medline, maker of Curad bandages.
Get the most out of your summer at Columbia College Chicago and throughout the city.
Professor Heather Gilbert is nominated for second Tony in lighting design.
“Animation Career Review” ranks Columbia second in the Midwest and 23rd nationally on their annual list of top visual effects schools and colleges.
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.
Founded by Columbia College Chicago, the South Loop corridor is in the running for Best Arts District.
The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.
Get to know a little bit about the makeup of the Columbia College Chicago class of 2023.
How centering professional growth on arts institutions led one Columbia College Chicago MAM alum to a rewarding career in museums.
‘Animation Career Review’ announces 5th annual rankings in Illustration, with Columbia College Chicago topping the list.
This is everything you need to know before Columbia College Chicago’s Manifest Arts Festival 2023.
Persistence pays off for Game Design Alum who now works at Wizards of the Coast.
How navigating opportunities in Dance had led to happiness.
Meet the team of Columbia College Chicago students who make the Manifest Arts Festival possible.
Visual Artist Vashon Jordan Jr. recognized for work that exemplifies spirit of Chicago.
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.
Haley Patton, a Film and Television major at Columbia College Chicago, earns spot on the 2023 ALL In Student Voting Honor Roll.
The outdoor apparel and equipment company announced winners over the weekend.
Alum and Designer Rebecca Martin BFA ‘19 now works in New York City on brands seen at Walmarts and Targets across the country.
A class of Columbia College Chicago Students welcome comedians to the stage for the second-ever Columbia Laughs Comedy Festival.
Graduate student works as a collections assistant at Columbia's Museum of Contemporary Photography.
A team of Columbia College Chicago students create an integrated campaign for PETA and get global recognition for their work.
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.
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.
Columbia College Chicago Professor Susan Imus shares how the healing power of art and performance led to a fulfilling career with a global impact.
Junior Alexia Tamayo finds joy highlighting the Columbia College Chicago community on TikTok and ZeeMee.
See the selected films at the annual free festival, which will be held in-person April 21 to 23 at Facets in Chicago.
The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
“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.
Student team from Columbia College Chicago wins innovation competition by leveraging new technologies to promote brand.
Columbia College Chicago students get hands-on experiences in branding, talent scouting, and corporate sponsorships while at SXSW.
How supporting the arts became a calling and a passion for one #Columalum.
Columbia College Chicago students go to Austin, Texas, to produce a live showcase featuring Chicago artists.
Columbia Professor Stephen Asma partners with actor Paul Giamatti to dive into world of oddities in “Chinwag.”
How experience and partnership inspired two BUSE faculty members to write the book they wished they saw in the world.
Columbia College Chicago History, Humanities, and Social Sciences Associate Professor Rami Gabriel’s new book “A Suspicious Science” was published by Oxford University Press.
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.
Columbia College Chicago seniors, twins Wyatt and Wrett Brower’s leaps of faith have brought them across coasts and closer to their dream careers.
These five pieces of advice will help Columbia College Chicago students thrive during class registration.
Columbia College Chicago Theatre alumni and faculty were honored at Chicago’s top theatre awards.
“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.
CTVA Alums Dalin Nelson and Rachel Toenies, who both graduated in 2021, will have their film Bliss shown on March 27.
Associate Professor Elio Leturia will interview the Jeff Award-nominated singer and performer Ana Santos for his Latino Voices class.
Creating the space she needed to thrive led Columbia College Chicago Alum Brianna Heath on the adventure of a lifetime.
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.
How new ways of thinking about art and art history inform our world.
As an accessibility operations specialist at SXSW, Deaf Studies alum helps everyone make the most of the 10-day event.
Columbia students go where tech, film, music, education, and culture converge and benefit from real-world experiences in the entertainment and media industries.
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.
How creative exploration and a passion for finding the truth led to the success of the film Safe Place.
Why leaning into connections and fostering relationships is more important than ever.
Columbia College Chicago’s cross-disciplinary series highlights Indigenous contributions, impact, and history.
How a purpose-driven approach has transformed McKeehen’s happiness and her future.
On March 3, more than 150 Columbia students participated in “Chicago Works: Production Connections,” which featured a panel discussion and resource fair.
Two chapters of the Public Relations Student Society of America come together to connect students with communications professionals.
Columbia College Chicago hosts high school, community college students for music festival that celebrates numerous genres
Mathew Rosario, a Navy veteran and Creative Writing major, taps into his past to create an award-winning narrative.
How staying true to a love of events led to incredible success and her own production company.
Journalist and new English and Creative Writing faculty member Joshua Adams follows his passions for teaching, writing to the Columbia College Chicago classroom.
Associate Professor James Brust joins Columbia to equip students with in-demand skills in virtual production and emerging technologies.
“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.
Columbia College Chicago’s Student Diversity and Inclusion office organizes space for art that’s for and by Black students.
"The Columbia Chronicle" staff wins big and takes home 13 first place awards, including one for DEI coverage.
Associate Professors Robert Hanserd and Rami Gabriel visited Ghana as part of their collaborative research on culture, identity, and diaspora.
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.
A Columbia community of creatives comes together to bring a project to screen at the prestigious British Film Institute’s 37th annual Flare 2023.
How intention and community led to a life of advocacy and change-making.
How creating art in space has the potential to transform our world.
A love of music leads to a life-changing career shift for Ellen Winters Reynolds, an adjunct faculty member at Columbia College Chicago.
The Museum of Contemporary Photography exhibit reveals the contributions of overlooked makers as well as discrimination that maintains the status quo.
Associate Professor Karla Rae Fuller will read from her latest book “Do the Right Thing: Five Screenplays That Embrace Diversity.”
Assistant Professor Tom Eslinger pitches branded entertainment to Columbia students.
Georgia Lee, Liberty Thomas, and Marissa Traver set their sights on careers in film and television production and find friendships along the way.
Associate Professor Robert Hanserd explores previously unknown African slave ship survivor tales in “Five Hundred African Voices.”
Sophomore Hunter Meisel on the importance of connection, community, and taking the leap.
The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of game design schools and colleges places Columbia College Chicago among the top schools.
“Morocco, Morocco” was directed by Associate Professor Jackie Spinner and funded in part by Columbia College Chicago.
Columbia College Chicago hosts poet Huascar Medina.
Adjunct faculty member and Columbia parent Hugo Balta hopes new role at "The Chicago Reporter" brings opportunities to Columbia students.
Films and shows nominated for prestigious awards are backed by the talents of Columbia alums.
Trained as an architect, Columbia College Chicago’s Justin Dougan-LeBlanc takes on challenges in both fashion and art.
Columbia College Chicago unveils new home for admissions.
Columbia students in media arts to benefit from scholarships, training, and enhanced course content as part of a dynamic new partnership.
Columbia College Chicago alums working in fashion, advertising, PR, and marketing communication share their experiences and insights with current students
Driven by a love of music and travel, Raina Villareal ventures to LA to meet sound professionals and explore sound engineering careers.
Michael Kurowski ‘16 stars in production of “Big Fish” at The Marriott Theatre.
NRF Foundation scholarship recipients from Columbia place second in Student Challenge and enjoy three days of fashion industry events and networking opportunities.
Columbia announces Spring lineup for 49th Dance Presenting Series.
The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of animation schools and colleges places Columbia in the top 15 percent nationally.
Spring 2023 at Columbia College Chicago promises to be action packed.
Who is Andrew Whatley?
Meredith Sutton will become the interim director of the Dance Presenting Series.
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 will earn scholarships and again head to New York City to meet with retail industry leaders and attend the NRF Foundation Honors event.
Almanya Narula '16 is featured in a new Chicago Reader article by Columbia alum (and Reader theater editor) Kerry Reid '87.
Jake Fedorowski '17 is paving the way for inclusive marathons around the world.