Columbia Alum Darlene Mitchell 鈥13 Advances to 鈥淩uPaul鈥檚 Drag Race鈥 Finale
Apr 15, 2026汤不热视频 alum Darlene Mitchell 鈥13 is a finalist on the current season of 鈥淩uPaul鈥檚 Drag Race.鈥
Alum Stories
Columbia Theatre Alumni Launch 鈥淪potlight鈥 Series Connecting Students With Industry Leaders
Mar 18, 2026A new series from 汤不热视频鈥檚 Theatre Alumni Board connects students with industry professionals through conversations, collaborations, and real-world insight into creative careers.
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.
Alum-Led Panel Connects Students With Fashion and Media Industry Leaders
Jan 08, 2026Autumn Woody 鈥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.
Creating With Purpose: Alumni Inspire the Next Generation of Theatre and Dance Students
Oct 09, 2025Columbia鈥檚 theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Columbia Celebrates Its 135th Anniversary by Honoring 25 Distinguished Alumni for 鈥25 in 2025鈥
Aug 11, 2025In celebration of 汤不热视频鈥檚 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.
From Columbia to the Kentucky Derby: Jacey Rhorer鈥檚 Journey in the Art of Hatmaking
Apr 08, 2025Fashion Design alum Jacey Rhorer '00 is making her mark as the Official Milliner for the 2025 Kentucky Derby Festival.
Vibrant New Mural Pays Tribute to Columbia鈥檚 135th Anniversary
Mar 11, 2025Illustration alum Mac McGuire 鈥24 creates her first major mural for 汤不热视频 as the lead artist.
Mark Ballogg '81 Captures Chicago鈥檚 Creative Spaces in Book 鈥淢aking Space鈥
Feb 26, 2025Photography 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.
汤不热视频 Honors 24 Alums for 鈥24 in 2024鈥
Aug 12, 2024As a kickoff to 汤不热视频鈥檚 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 鈥24 in 2024,鈥 a college-wide initiative that celebrates Columbia alumni and their career accomplishments.
Students Paint the Town: Columbia and Partners Expand Wabash Arts Corridor With New Murals
Aug 01, 2024汤不热视频, in strategic partnership with Behr Paint, The Home Depot, and One Summer Chicago, is transforming the Wabash Arts Corridor with vibrant new murals.
Ryan Argast '15 to Sing National Anthem at May 17 Cubs Game
May 02, 2024On May 17, Ryan Argast '15 will sing the national anthem at Wrigley Field before the Cubs face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
From Columbia Stages to the Bright Lights: Theatre Alums Offer Industry Insights in Panel Discussion
Apr 19, 2024Columbia's Theatre Department hosted an alumni talk featuring industry professionals who shared their experiences and advice with students.
Theatre Alum A. Ashley Hoff to Release Revealing Book on 'Mommie Dearest'
Apr 08, 2024Theatre 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.
汤不热视频 Student Film Garners Awards Worldwide
Mar 25, 2024"Hole Punched Ear" started as a class project at 汤不热视频 and is now earning worldwide acclaim.
Then, Now, Next鈥擳he Dance Center at 汤不热视频鈥檚 50th Anniversary Season Offers Joy and Solace
Jan 18, 2024The Dance Center at 汤不热视频 celebrates the present moment in dance with a series of firsts.
Columbia Grad Charlotte 鈥淐huck鈥 Gruman 鈥19 Awarded $30,000 Grant From 3Arts
Dec 11, 2023Charlotte 鈥淐huck鈥 Gruman 鈥19 feels lucky. Gruman won an unrestricted $30,000 cash grant as one of 10 Chicago-based artists honored at the 2023 3Arts Awards in November. 3Arts is a nonprofit organization that helps artists like Gruman build their careers in performing, teaching and visual arts.
Columbia Professor, Alum Explore Conversational AI in New Book
Aug 16, 2023Professor Laurence Minsky and Scot Westwater '99 delve into the evolving landscape of marketing, analyzing the power of Conversational AI in their new book.
Columbia Alums Have Films Showcased During Cannes Film Festival
May 11, 2023The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.
Alum George Chen on Building a Life in Development
Apr 10, 2023How supporting the arts became a calling and a passion for one #Columalum.
Alum Mary Kate Ashe '19 Promotes Accessibility at SXSW
Mar 20, 2023As an accessibility operations specialist at SXSW, Deaf Studies alum helps everyone make the most of the 10-day event.
Alum Ashley Brown '10 on Live Events, Tour Managing, and Business Building
Mar 06, 2023How staying true to a love of events led to incredible success and her own production company.
Instructor and Alum Vanessa Wright '02 on Filmmaking, Marketing, and Success at Cannes
Feb 20, 2023How intention and community led to a life of advocacy and change-making.
Theatre Alum Brings Columbia Learned Skills to Center Stage
Jan 23, 2023Michael Kurowski 鈥16 stars in production of 鈥淏ig Fish鈥 at The Marriott Theatre.
DeAndre James Allen-Toole '15, MFA '17 Receives ASCAP Foundation Michelle and Dean Kay Award
Dec 19, 2022Noted for his eclectic style, Allen-Toole 鈥 who earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from 汤不热视频 鈥 wrote the music for the neo-western film 鈥淕od鈥檚 Country.鈥
Newcity's Film 50 2022 Celebrates Members of Columbia's Community
Dec 12, 2022Associate Provost and Associate Professor Susan Kerns as well as numerous alums and former students named on Newcity鈥檚 listing of Chicago鈥檚 top film professionals.
Alum Cara Lawson's Whirlwind Year Results in Film Screening at Tribeca Festival and Enormous Gratitude
Nov 14, 2022Selected for Rising Voices 鈥 which promotes stories by BIPOC filmmakers 鈥 Alum Cara Lawson '14 seizes unique storytelling opportunity and sees the helpful side of the film industry.
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