Upcoming Events at Columbia College Chicago
Sep 03, 2024A summary of upcoming public events at Columbia College Chicago.
Interactive Arts and Media Stories
Columbia Students Partner With NASCAR to Create Race-Themed Games
Jun 13, 2024You 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.
Film Festival Selects Animated Student Short for Screening
May 29, 2024“Frankie”— a capstone project created by Columbia College Chicago students — will be screened as a Kids First! Film Festival-curated film.
Student-Run C3 Expo Welcomes Anime and Manga Fans to Columbia
Feb 13, 2024Columbia students hosted a pop culture extravaganza that showcased student art, event-planning savvy, and love of cosplay.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023Unleashed 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 Raises $700K+ for Student Scholarships
Dec 03, 2023Columbia College Chicago honors the Efroymson Family Fund with the 2023 Philanthropic Icon Award for the family’s contributions to help create opportunities for students to pursue their passion in the arts
Award-Winning Student Animated Short Screens at LGBTQ+ Film Festival in New York
Oct 13, 2023Twenty-six Columbia College Chicago students made the animated short “Scream Writers” as part of the Animation program's capstone project.
Columbia Alums Among the 2023 Emmy Nominees
Jul 17, 2023The Television Academy recently announced its list of Emmy nominees for the 2022-2023 television season, with Columbia alums earning recognition for their outstanding work.
Columbia College Chicago Named One of the Top Visual Effects Schools in the Midwest
May 22, 2023“Animation Career Review” ranks Columbia second in the Midwest and 23rd nationally on their annual list of top visual effects schools and colleges.
Alum Jacob Mooney Lands Job at Pioneering Interactive Trading Card Company
May 01, 2023Persistence pays off for Game Design Alum who now works at Wizards of the Coast.
Pinball Wizard Jessica Durbala '21 Launches Her First Game
Mar 20, 2023Columbia 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.
Student Explores Video Game Storytelling and Wins Gold
Mar 06, 2023Mathew Rosario, a Navy veteran and Creative Writing major, taps into his past to create an award-winning narrative.
Columbia Named One of 2023’s Top Game Design Schools
Feb 07, 2023The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of game design schools and colleges places Columbia College Chicago among the top schools.
Award Season Shines Light on Talents of Columbia Alums
Feb 06, 2023Films and shows nominated for prestigious awards are backed by the talents of Columbia alums.
Columbia Named One of 2023’s Top Animation Schools
Jan 09, 2023The “Animation Career Review's” annual rankings of animation schools and colleges places Columbia in the top 15 percent nationally.
Google Play Names Mental Health App Developed by Columbia Team 'Best App for Good'
Nov 30, 2022Created by a team that includes Associate Professor Bill Guschwan and past and present Columbia students, the STIGMA app makes Google Play’s "Best of 2022" list.
Animation Offers Unexpected Professional Opportunities for Assistant Professor John Losacco
Nov 21, 2022New full-time faculty member John Losacco worked as an arcade game animator for years before realizing that teaching animation could be just as fun.
Juggling Act
Sep 26, 2022Associate Professor Bill Guschwan enjoys many roles, including juggler, mental wellness advocate, and teacher of game design and programming
A Game-Changer
Sep 12, 2022Recent graduate James Jiang lands job in game industry after earning a degree in Computer Animation.
‘Variety’ Names Columbia College Chicago Among Top 30 Film Schools in North America
Apr 29, 2022In its annual list of premier film schools, Variety recognizes Columbia for its digital cinematography capabilities, internship programs, multidisciplinary Semester in LA program, and location in one of the country’s largest media markets.
Adjunct Faculty Member Cheryl Graeff Explores Friendship Breakups in Podcast
Apr 26, 2022Inspired by the shame of friendship breakups, Cheryl Graeff, an adjunct faculty member in Cinema and Television Arts as well as Interactive Arts and Media at Columbia, attempts to normalize the conversation around these painful experiences.
Columbia College Chicago Joins the Unreal Academic Partner Program
Apr 26, 2022Partner program creates new opportunities for IAM students, providing cutting-edge Unreal Engine resources, development tools, and an important bridge between Columbia and industry experts.
Associate Professor David Gerding on the Future of Technology
Apr 04, 2022Our world is at civic and ideological crossroads. The students and leaders of the Interactive Arts and Media Department search for new ways forward that will benefit the next generations.
Columbia Ranks Among Best Animation Schools in the Midwest, Illinois, and U.S.
Mar 01, 2022The Animation Career Review's annual rankings of animation schools places Columbia No. 4 in Midwest.
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