Small Penguin, Big Summer: Columbia Animated Short Earns Festival Recognition
Aug 19, 2026Ƶ’s “Penguin With a Sword” wins festival honors while showcasing the creativity, collaboration, and faculty mentorship behind the student production.
Student Takes Columbia Business Education to Babson College Summer Program
Aug 11, 2026Ƶ rising senior Michael Kowalkowski expands his entrepreneurial skills through Babson Build, a selective summer program at Babson College.
Ƶ 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.
Columbia Student Explores Transgender Identity in BFA Thesis Film
Jun 11, 2026Ƶ 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.
Benefit Concert to Support Columbia Senior Battling Cancer
May 08, 2026Ƶ brings musicians together to put on a show of support for Audio Arts major Kathrynn Vettas.
Columbia Student Named Intern of the Year at ESPN Chicago and Lands Job
Mar 27, 2026Alex Leon, a senior at Ƶ, secures a highly competitive paid internship that leads to recognition for his work and a job.
And We're Live: Commentary Class Produces Late-Night Talk Show
Jan 08, 2026Students channel their inner Jimmy Kimmels to create “Columbia After Dark.”
Holly Jolly Fundraiser Returns for 23rd Year
Dec 09, 2025WCRX, Ƶ’s student-run radio station, brings back its annual fundraiser and broadcast to support the Greater Chicago Food Depository.
Students Helping Students One Textbook at a Time
Dec 01, 2025CTAS (Created to Achieve Success), a Ƶ student organization, raises money and collects course materials to support their peers.
Columbia Student Leverages Gersh Externship to Advance Her Career in the Business of Film and Television
Nov 19, 2025Kira Cooper, an Arts and Entertainment Management major at Ƶ, is one of just 23 students nationwide selected for the Gersh Externship.
Student Selected for Prestigious Television Academy Foundation Internship
Oct 01, 2025Jas Dunigan, a Film and Television major at Ƶ, was one of only five students selected for the Television Academy Foundation’s Fall 2025 Internship Program.
Columbia Student Wins Award at Flint Youth Film Festival
Sep 18, 2025Lucas Stall, a junior at Ƶ, 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.
Recent Columbia Graduates Win Second Place at AEJMC Student Magazine Awards for 'In Flux'
Aug 14, 2025The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) recognized the story “Surviving the Housing Crisis,” which appeared in the Ƶ student-created interactive digital publication “In Flux.”
Columbia Audio Arts Student Works With Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA on John Lennon Educational Tour Bus
Aug 14, 2025Columbia student Rebecca McQueen used state-of-the art Dolby Atmos audio equipment on the John Lennon Educational Tour bus and met hip-hop star RZA from Wu-Tang Clan.
Columbia's Fusion Ensemble Earns DownBeat Student Music Award Recognition
May 19, 2025The Fusion Ensemble from Ƶ'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 Students Attend Chicago Women's History Conference
Apr 03, 2025Thanks to scholarships, students attended the 2025 Chicago Women's History Conference, gaining insights into women's history and the future of women’s rights.
Smart Strands: Columbia Students Launch 'Braid' App for Textured Hair Education
Mar 12, 2025Four seniors from Columbia’s UX/UI design program are addressing a longstanding gap in the beauty industry with Braid, an educational app offering extensive resources on textured hair care.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins 33 Awards at Illinois College Press Association Awards
Mar 07, 2025Ƶ’s student newspaper “The Columbia Chronicle” won the sweepstakes for the mid-sized school category at the Illinois College Press Association Awards.
Student's First-Year Film Brings Healing and Hope
Feb 11, 2025First-year student Julia Knopfel collaborates with Ƶ classmates to share the painful story of her uncle’s murder on film and begin her journey as a filmmaker.
The Power of Persistence: Ƶ's Student-Led Gala Celebrates Creativity and Resilience
Dec 06, 2024"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
Ƶ Film and TV Students and Alums Win Big
Nov 07, 2024The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences presents award to Columbia students for “Behind His Eyes” and the Chicago International Film Festival honors a documentary made by Columbia alums with an Audience Choice Award.
School of Fashion Teams Up With Patagonia for Sustainable Design Challenge
Oct 30, 2024The School of Fashion has partnered with Patagonia for a sustainable design challenge, where students transform Worn Wear merchandise into new products, gaining hands-on experience in fashion design, visual merchandising, and industry collaboration.
Student Films Nominated for 2024 National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Awards
Oct 18, 2024Two Columbia student films, “Adagio” and “Behind His Eyes,” will compete in the National Student Production Awards Long Form category.
Fashion Design Student Joelle Olabode Wins CFDA Scholarship
Sep 30, 2024Olabode was chosen for a $25,000 scholarship from the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
Fall 2024 at Columbia: Get Ready to Make Your Mark
Sep 03, 2024A new semester is upon us. Get ready to discover new vibrant campus art and reconnect with friends.
Meet the 'Sound Opinions' Scholarship Prize Winners From Columbia
Aug 21, 2024Nine 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.
'Wanderer' Publication Clinches Silver Award
Aug 13, 2024The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication recognizes the Ƶ student publication for its exceptional creativity in showcasing Chicago's Latino artistic community.
Students Paint the Town: Columbia and Partners Expand Wabash Arts Corridor With New Murals
Aug 01, 2024Ƶ, in strategic partnership with Behr Paint, The Home Depot, and One Summer Chicago, is transforming the Wabash Arts Corridor with vibrant new murals.
Columbia Students Rock L’Oréal's Global Competition
Jun 26, 2024Angie Belloso, Brianna Jennes ’24, and Breyona Smith ’24 just had the trip of a lifetime to London, snagging second place at L'Oréal Brandstorm.
Columbia 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 Ƶ students — will be screened as a Kids First! Film Festival-curated film.
Fashion Show Leverages Student Talent From Multiple Disciplines
May 17, 2024Columbia students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Get Ready for Manifest Arts Festival 2024, a Student-Powered Event
May 06, 2024This is everything attendees need to know before Ƶ’s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
Creativity Without Limits: Columbia Students Bring Imaginary World to Life With Virtual Production
Apr 25, 2024Ƶ welcomes new technology, a volume, to the Media Production Center’s Stage 3.
Ƶ Students Gear Up for TEDx Impulse and Impact Event on May 2
Apr 24, 2024Columbia students will present TEDx Impulse and Impact lectures on May 2, exploring the power and potential of creative impulse.
Meet the 2024 Manifest Student Team
Apr 22, 2024Ƶ’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.
CineYouth Festival Leans on Ƶ Student Talent Behind the Scenes and on the Screens
Apr 16, 2024The annual Chicago festival to screen films by Columbia students and alums, with Columbia students serving on the festival’s youth programming committee.
Students Enjoy Action-Packed South by Southwest
Apr 09, 2024Led by dedicated faculty, Columbia students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
Upcoming Festivals to Showcase Animated Short by Sophomore Film and Television Student
Apr 09, 2024International student Carlos Lerma’s film ‘Treasure Haunt’ will be shown at two upcoming festivals for young filmmakers: NFFTY and CineYouth.
The Black Album Mixtape Block Party Event Brings Together Art With Purpose
Apr 08, 2024Award-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.
‘Columbia Chronicle’ Soars, Crowned Best Newspaper by National College Media Association
Apr 02, 2024Ƶ’s student-led newspaper garners more prestigious awards and receives recognition for its crisis coverage.
Ƶ Student Film Garners Awards Worldwide
Mar 25, 2024"Hole Punched Ear" started as a class project at Ƶ and is now earning worldwide acclaim.
The Bluest Eye: Exploring Transdisciplinary Storytelling at Ƶ
Mar 12, 2024Ƶ brings Toni Morrison's “The Bluest Eye" to the stage March 13-23, made possible by student collaboration in dance, theater, writing, and other creative disciplines.
Music Department to Host Concert Benefitting Migrants
Mar 12, 2024Columbia’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.
Empowering Creatives at ShopColumbia
Mar 07, 2024During Women's History Month, we honor female-identifying artists who make ShopColumbia a unique shopping experience in the heart of Ƶ’s campus.
Toni Morrison's "The Bluest Eye" Comes to Columbia March 15-23, Featuring Exclusive March 22 Blackout Performance
Mar 04, 2024Columbia'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.
'Columbia Chronicle' Wins 20 Awards at Illinois College Press Association Award Ceremony
Feb 20, 2024"The Columbia Chronicle” team brings home 20 awards from the Illinois College Press Association, including first-place honors for general excellence, editorials, podcasts, and photojournalism.
Columbia Students Prepare for 16th Annual Paint it Black Showcase
Feb 19, 2024Students in Ƶ's Black Student Union create a platform for artists to express themselves and support one another in their annual event.
B-Series Festival Celebrates a Decade of Hip Hop and Street Dance Culture with B-LONG
Feb 14, 2024Ƶ'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.
Advertising Students Discuss the Best Super Bowl Ads of 2024
Feb 13, 2024Ƶ students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
When the World Is Your Classroom, You Make Amazing Discoveries
Jan 30, 2024Ƶ students take courses during January, or J-Term, that allow them to explore places such as Paris, Rome, and Buenos Aires, expanding their learning about culture, art, and themselves.
Student-Produced Musical Theatre Concert Set for Feb. 15-16
Jan 29, 2024Columbia students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
Then, Now, Next—The Dance Center at Ƶ’s 50th Anniversary Season Offers Joy and Solace
Jan 18, 2024The Dance Center at Ƶ celebrates the present moment in dance with a series of firsts.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023Unleashed 2023 took place at Ƶ 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, 2023Ƶ 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
Persistence Scholarships Support Student Success
Nov 20, 2023Funds raised by Columbia’s annual Unleashed Gala — an immersive experience designed, curated, and driven by students — make a difference for students.
Audio Arts and Acoustics Student Awarded Scholarship to Travel To New York City for Audio Engineering Conference
Nov 14, 2023The Audio Engineering Society and Arup, a global consulting firm, gives Senior Jesus Reyes their Diversity in Audio Scholarship.
Journalism Symposium Brings Secretary of Interior to Columbia and Learning Opportunities to Students
Oct 18, 2023The Journalism and Women Symposium comes to Columbia with invited speaker Deb Haaland, U.S. Secretary of Interior, and offers important takeaways for Journalism students.
Business and Entrepreneurship Re-Launches American Marketing Association Chapter
Oct 17, 2023On October 9, the Business and Entrepreneurship department at Ƶ 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.
La Cultura Cura Bridges the Gap Between Heritage and Mental Health
Oct 05, 2023Columbia’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.
Columbia Students Win 'Sound Opinions' Scholarships
Aug 07, 2023Six 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.
Lollapalooza Provides Students Valuable Festival Work Experience Thanks to Alum
Aug 03, 2023Columbia students will be working at the four-day music festival thanks to an alum’s business relationship with one of the largest concert promoters in the United States.
Columbia Makes 'MovieMaker's' 2023 List of 25 Best Film Schools
Jul 31, 2023The publication recognizes Columbia for its outstanding undergraduate and graduate film and TV degree programs as well as its Semester in LA program.
Corporate Collaboration Presents Students Opportunity to Bring Gift Bag Designs to Market
Jul 31, 2023Students at Ƶ learn the art and business of design thanks to partnership with gift bag seller and marketing firm.
Columbia Installs New Radio Tower for Student-Led WCRX
Jul 10, 2023Perched upon Ƶ’s 600 S. Michigan building, the new tower houses an antennae and transmitter that relays a clearer and more reliable signal to downtown Chicago.
Columbia Sound Professionals Along for the Ride at NASCAR's Chicago Pit Stop
Jun 27, 2023Adjunct professor, students, and recent alums from Ƶ play important roles in bringing the sounds of NASCAR to local spectators and race-loving fans around the world.
Dance Senior Tristen Sanborn on Tap, Teaching, and Taking on Life After Columbia
May 01, 2023How navigating opportunities in Dance had led to happiness.
Arts Management Master's Degree Opens Doors of Opportunity for Museum Professional Jessica Meis
Apr 24, 2023Graduate student works as a collections assistant at Columbia's Museum of Contemporary Photography.
Advertising Students Earn a Spot on Prestigious Young Ones Student Award Shortlist
Apr 18, 2023A team of Ƶ students create an integrated campaign for PETA and get global recognition for their work.
Meet the Face of Ƶ's TikTok
Apr 17, 2023Junior Alexia Tamayo finds joy highlighting the Ƶ community on TikTok and ZeeMee.
CineYouth Festival Features Three Columbia Student Films
Apr 14, 2023See the selected films at the annual free festival, which will be held in-person April 21 to 23 at Facets in Chicago.
Brower Brothers Make the Leap With Semester in LA
Apr 03, 2023Ƶ seniors, twins Wyatt and Wrett Brower’s leaps of faith have brought them across coasts and closer to their dream careers.
Career Center and CTVA Connect Students With Chicago Film and TV Industry Resources
Mar 07, 2023On March 3, more than 150 Columbia students participated in “Chicago Works: Production Connections,” which featured a panel discussion and resource fair.
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 Chronicle' Wins 31 Awards From Illinois College Press Association
Feb 27, 2023"The Columbia Chronicle" staff wins big and takes home 13 first place awards, including one for DEI coverage.
Career Day Brings Advertising Professionals Together With Columbia Students
Feb 21, 2023Ƶ hosted the Chicago Advertising Federation’s Career Day at the Student Center, where students met with representatives from leading advertising and media companies.
Dancer Vi McMahon on Art, Activism, and Thriving (Not Surviving)
Feb 20, 2023How creating art in space has the potential to transform our world.
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