Get to Know the Newest Class of Columbia Creatives
Oct 07, 2026The Fall 2026 semester is well under way at Columbia College Chicago and we’re getting to know our 1,480 new students a little better.
2026 Stories
Dance Group Mi Gente Brings Rhythm and Heritage to Soldier Field
Sep 30, 2026Columbia College Chicago students and alums performed during halftime of the Chicago Bears’ game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Sept. 28.
From Columbia to Hillman: Asa LeCourbier Steps Into ‘A Different World’
Sep 28, 2026Acting student Asa LeCourbier discusses joining Netflix’s “A Different World,” learning from Debbie Allen, and discovering what it takes to work on a major television production.
Student-Run WCRX Turns Up Volume With New Studios and Technology
Sep 25, 2026The new studios at Columbia College Chicago’s WCRX expand student opportunities to create audio and video content and share creativity.
Columbia Opens Center for Student Success, Bringing Key Services Together
Sep 23, 2026Students, faculty, staff, and community partners celebrated the opening of a new campus hub designed to make academic, financial, and enrollment support easier to find.
Alum Christian Sprenger '07 Wins Two Emmy Awards for 'Widow’s Bay'
Sep 15, 2026Columbia College Chicago alum Christian Sprenger ’07 adds two more Emmy Awards to his career achievements.
Columbia College Chicago Alums and Faculty Win 2026 Equity Jeff Awards
Sep 15, 2026Columbia College Chicago alums and current and former faculty members earned 2026 Equity Jeff Awards for directing, playwriting, scenic design, and ensemble performance.
Two Latinx/e Performance Festivals Come to Columbia This Fall
Sep 14, 2026Columbia College Chicago hosts programming from DESTINOS and Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre’s Chicago Latinx/e Contemporary Movement Festival this fall.
Columbia Theatre Alums Bring Camp, Comedy, and ‘Queen for a Day’ Off-Broadway
Sep 11, 2026Tyler Anthony Smith ’17, Dakota Hughes ’15, and Stephanie Shaw ’92, MFA ’09, bring their acclaimed comedy “Queen for a Day” to New York for a limited Off-Broadway run.
From Columbia to the Emmys: Cinematographer Tari Segal '03
Sep 03, 2026Columbia College Chicago alum Tari Segal '03 earns her first Emmy nomination for cinematography on “Margo’s Got Money Troubles.”
Fashion Students Showcase Bridal Designs at National Bridal Market Chicago
Sep 01, 2026Columbia fashion students gain national industry exposure as designs created through a year-long collaboration with Loulette Bride are displayed at National Bridal Market Chicago.
World Premieres, Chicago Debuts, and Columbia Artists Shape Dance Center’s 53rd Season
Aug 25, 2026Season 53 features world and Chicago premieres, returning Columbia alums, student performances, interdisciplinary festivals, and the inaugural Shirley Mordine Dance Maker Awards.
'MovieMaker' Places Columbia Among the Top Film Schools in U.S. and Canada
Aug 24, 2026"MovieMaker" recognizes the firsthand experience offered at Columbia College Chicago and its ability to bring film industry professionals together with students.
Justin Dougan-LeBlanc Selected for Open Style Lab AI Research Residency
Aug 20, 2026Columbia College Chicago Professor Justin Dougan-LeBlanc joins Open Style Lab’s 2026 AI Research Residency, where he explores how AI could expand access to personal style and help designers rethink accessibility in fashion.
MoCP Exhibition Imagines the Life Emmett Till Might Have Lived
Aug 19, 2026MoCP’s “If Emmett Till Lived: Freedom on American Ground” brings together photographs by 116 artists to honor Till’s unlived life and enduring legacy.
Small Penguin, Big Summer: Columbia Animated Short Earns Festival Recognition
Aug 19, 2026Columbia College Chicago’s “Penguin With a Sword” wins festival honors while showcasing the creativity, collaboration, and faculty mentorship behind the student production.
Columbia Faculty Help Bring Children's Series ‘Fluff Piece’ to Life
Aug 12, 2026Adjunct Professor Kate Stransky and Associate Professor David “Big” Krause, both production designers, shaped the visual world of a series now streaming on Wonder Project through Amazon Prime.
Student Takes Columbia Business Education to Babson College Summer Program
Aug 11, 2026Columbia College Chicago rising senior Michael Kowalkowski expands his entrepreneurial skills through Babson Build, a selective summer program at Babson College.
Professor Emeritus Dominic A. Pacyga Earns Prestigious Chicago Book Award
Jul 31, 2026The Pattis Family Foundation Chicago Book Award at the Newberry Library recognizes Columbia College Chicago Professor Emeritus Dominic A. Pacyga's contributions to documenting Chicago's history.
Teaching Across Genres Inspires Poet Lisa Fishman’s First Novel
Jul 28, 2026After publishing eight books of poetry and one collection of short stories, Columbia College Chicago Professor Lisa Fishman releases her debut novel “Write Back Now!”
'The Hollywood Reporter' Ranks Columbia College Chicago 14th Best Film School in U.S.
Jul 27, 2026Columbia named to “The Hollywood Reporter’s” best U.S. film school list for the 15th consecutive year, with the school’s Emmy-nominated talent and new virtual production programming earning recognition.
All We Remember Opens Chicago Retail and Creative Space With a Window Into the Design Process
Jul 23, 2026School of Fashion faculty member Jacob Victorine and co-founders have opened All We Remember, a new Logan Square retail and creative space where visitors can experience the fashion design process firsthand through workshops, conversation, and thoughtfully crafted garments.
Theatre Alum Creates Space for Creativity and Connection
Jul 17, 2026Drawing on the creative risk-taking she embraced at Columbia, Tonika Todorova '02 has created Visceral Adventure Lounge, an intimate Chicago third space where art, conversation, food, and shared experiences bring people together.
Columbia College Chicago Alumni Earn Four Emmy Nominations
Jul 13, 2026The Television Academy recognizes Columbia College Chicago alumni Chase Infiniti ’22, Christian Sprenger ’07, and Tari Segal ’03 for their work on three acclaimed television series.
Columbia Students Bring Revolutionary War Audio Series to Life
Jul 02, 2026Columbia 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.
Fashion Alum's Award-Winning Thesis Collection Earns Runway and TV Spotlight
Jun 30, 2026A 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.
Graduate Student Brings Unique Perspective to Entertainment Lab for Disabled Creatives
Jun 29, 2026Columbia 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.
Columbia Alumni Turn a $7,000 Film Into an Indie Success Story
Jun 25, 2026Columbia 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.
Illustration Student Group Generates More Than $52,000 at INK Fest
Jun 25, 2026The 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.
Students Learn the Business of Public Art in Summer Mural Painting Course
Jun 23, 2026Students 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.
Columbia College Chicago Records Song for the Obama Presidential Center Opening With Rock Icon Eddie Vedder and Guitars Over Guns
Jun 18, 2026Columbia 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.
Built to Last: Two Columbia Alums Create Permanent Work for the Obama Presidential Center
Jun 18, 2026Norman Teague ’12 led the design of custom benches for the Obama Presidential Center with support from studio manager and designer Daniel Overbey ’17.
City Council Proclaims June 17, 2026, Columbia College Chicago Day
Jun 17, 2026It's Columbia College Chicago Day thanks to Mayor Brandon Johnson, Alderman Lamont Robinson, and the City Council of Chicago.
Columbia College Chicago Names Five Dean Appointments to Lead Academic Growth
Jun 15, 2026As part of Columbia College Chicago’s Renaissance Rising initiative, the college has appointed five deans to lead its eight schools beginning August 16, 2026.
From Deep-Dish Pizza to a Barbie Corvette: Columbia Students Prepare for Red Bull Spin Off
Jun 11, 2026Columbia College Chicago students are transforming tandem bicycles into imaginative creations for Red Bull Spin Off on June 13.
Columbia Student Explores Transgender Identity in BFA Thesis Film
Jun 11, 2026Columbia 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 Filmmakers Win Top Audience Award at International Telly Awards for “The Game Camera”
Jun 10, 2026The film, created by a team of Columbia College Chicago filmmakers, continues its award-winning festival run by taking home a People’s Gold Telly.
Colbey Emmerson Reid and Justin Dougan-LeBlanc Named to Newcity's 2026 Design 50
Jun 04, 2026"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.
Colossal Founder Christopher Jobson ‘04 on Curiosity, Creativity, and “Curating Wonder”
May 29, 2026Ahead 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.
Award-Winning Chicago Architecture Center Tour Highlights Columbia’s Role in South Loop Revitalization
May 28, 2026An award-winning Chicago Architecture Center tour explores Columbia College Chicago’s role in preserving architecture and shaping the South Loop.
Fernando Jones' Summer Camp Keeps the Blues Going Strong for the Next Generation
May 27, 2026Adjunct 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 Alum Chrissy Martin MFA ’17 Publishes Poetry Collection 'Whole, Holy, Hot'
May 27, 2026The 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.
Lisa Chester and Rob Biodrowski Elected to Columbia College Chicago Board of Trustees
May 21, 2026Columbia College Chicago welcomes Lisa Chester and Rob Biodrowski to its Board of Trustees, bringing leadership experience across philanthropy, finance, business, and community engagement.
Julie Minbiole Named Editor-in-Chief of “The American Biology Teacher”
May 19, 2026Columbia 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.
Columbia Students Help Reimagine Vanderbilt Legacy Brand for the 21st Century
May 15, 2026During 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.
5 Things to Know Ahead of Manifest 2026: KALEIDOSCOPE
May 14, 2026Celebrate 25 years of Manifest Arts Festival with Columbia College Chicago on Saturday, May 16.
Precious Brady-Davis ’13 and Sydney Corryn Holman ’12 to Receive Inaugural Alumni Awards
May 11, 2026Columbia 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.
Benefit Concert to Support Columbia Senior Battling Cancer
May 08, 2026Columbia College Chicago brings musicians together to put on a show of support for Audio Arts major Kathrynn Vettas.
Columbia’s Multi-Genre Publication, 'Allium,' Wins Awards
May 07, 2026The 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.
Justin Dougan-LeBlanc’s Work Acquired by The Met for Permanent Collection
May 07, 2026Columbia 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.”
Columbia Film and TV Student Secures Sony Pictures Internship
May 06, 2026While at Columbia College Chicago’s Semester in LA program, Senior Alex Lu’s initiative—and a tube of glue—help him make industry connections.
‘Fun Home’ (April 30 to May 9) Explores Memory, Identity, and the Complexity of Family
May 01, 2026Columbia 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 to Receive Honorary Degrees at Columbia’s 2026 Commencement
Apr 29, 2026Yolanda “Yo-Yo” Whitaker and Toi Salter will receive honorary Doctor of Arts degrees at Columbia College Chicago’s 2026 Commencement.
Columbia College Chicago Hosts 2026 AMA Leadership Labs
Apr 28, 2026The American Marketing Association's event brings emerging marketing leaders from across the country to campus for immersive, peer-driven training and collaboration
Fashion Student Galaxy Wolf Builds Industry Momentum at URBN
Apr 27, 2026Fashion Merchandising major Galaxy Wolf gains firsthand insight into the apparel industry.
Chase Infiniti ’22 Stars in Hulu’s “The Testaments” After Award-Winning Breakout
Apr 24, 2026Following 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.
Columbia College Chicago Named Top School in 'Variety's' Education Impact Report
Apr 23, 2026Schools 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, 2026Columbia College Chicago alum and faculty Jonathan Castillo shares insight into his work and the ideas shaping his practice.
Columbia College Chicago Supports Young Filmmakers at CineYouth Film Festival
Apr 20, 2026Columbia 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.
NBCUniversal Gifts TV Studio Equipment to Support Columbia College Chicago Journalism Students
Apr 20, 2026Columbia students will work with some exciting new studio equipment this upcoming fall, making their hands-on learning experience even more expansive.
School of Theatre and Dance Announces 2026–2027 Season
Apr 16, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Once 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, 2026Thanks 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, 2026When 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, 2026A 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Cerqua 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.
Columbia Student Named Intern of the Year at ESPN Chicago and Lands Job
Mar 27, 2026Alex 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Teerath Majumder, an assistant professor at Columbia College Chicago, taps into his roots for an upcoming performance at Chicago’s Elastic Arts Foundation.
Columbia Theatre Alumni Launch “Spotlight” Series Connecting Students With Industry Leaders
Mar 18, 2026A 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.
From Waste to Wearable: High School Designers Take on Columbia’s Reinvention Fashion Challenge
Mar 18, 2026Six 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.
Record Deal Gives Momentum to Professor Joe Cancellaro's Latest Band
Mar 17, 2026Joe 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.
'The Columbia Chronicle' Wins College Media Association Awards
Mar 13, 2026Columbia College Chicago’s top-notch student-led media outlet recognized again for excellence in collegiate journalism.
DARKROOM 2026 Marks 50 Years of MoCP
Mar 13, 2026MoCP 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.
GRAMMY-Nominated Alum Encourages Columbia College Chicago Students to Find Mentors
Mar 09, 2026Audio 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, 2026In 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026The 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, 2026The “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, 2026Michael 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026Journalists 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, 2026Columbia 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, 2026The 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, 2026Faculty 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, 2026Veteran 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, 2026Wenhwa 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, 2026Visiting 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, 2026Students 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, 2026Columbia 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.
Battle of the Bands Brings Students Together
Jan 22, 2026Columbia College Chicago students combine their unique talents to produce a musical competition at a local venue.
Bruce Mau Challenges Columbia Students to Design for the Full Human Experience
Jan 22, 2026Bruce 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 Students Win $35,000 in Scholarships and Gain National Exposure at NRF in New York City
Jan 21, 2026Columbia 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, 2026A 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.
MLK Day Playlist: Columbia College Chicago Expert Reflects on Music of the Civil Rights Movement
Jan 15, 2026Adjunct 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.
Faculty Amy M. Mooney Joins Black Metropolis Research Consortium Board, Advances Research on Black Visual History
Jan 15, 2026Art 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.
And We're Live: Commentary Class Produces Late-Night Talk Show
Jan 08, 2026Students channel their inner Jimmy Kimmels to create “Columbia After Dark.”
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