Columbia College Chicago
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Columbia College Chicago is a college for creatives located in the heart the city's Cultural Mile. We inspire and empower our community to Shape Whats Next.
Columbia theatre, dance, music, and audio students experienced an unforgettable afternoon of mentorship and musical theatre when Broadway performer and content creator JJ Niemann led a voice masterclass on campus.
Learn more about the experience ➡️ https://bit.ly/49QFb4A
Learn more about the experience ➡️ https://bit.ly/49QFb4A
November 14, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Columbia theatre, dance, music, and audio students experienced an unforgettable afternoon of mentorship and musical theatre when Broadway performer and content creator JJ Niemann led a voice masterclass on campus.
Learn more about the experience ➡️ https://bit.ly/49QFb4A
Learn more about the experience ➡️ https://bit.ly/49QFb4A
#ColumAlum and adjunct faculty member Eric Rutherford ’17 wants to give his students real-world context. For the gospel choir he leads, that means singing where gospel thrives.
Learn more about their performance at the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church ⤵️
Learn more about their performance at the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church ⤵️
Gospel Choir Brings Its Sound to a South Side Church in Chicago
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 communit...
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November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
#ColumAlum and adjunct faculty member Eric Rutherford ’17 wants to give his students real-world context. For the gospel choir he leads, that means singing where gospel thrives.
Learn more about their performance at the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church ⤵️
Learn more about their performance at the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church ⤵️
Congratulations to Columbia alum and two-time GRAMMY winner Jonathan McReynolds '11 for being nominated for another GRAMMY!
McReynolds is nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song for "Still (Live)."
McReynolds is nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song for "Still (Live)."
November 12, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Congratulations to Columbia alum and two-time GRAMMY winner Jonathan McReynolds '11 for being nominated for another GRAMMY!
McReynolds is nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song for "Still (Live)."
McReynolds is nominated for Best Gospel Performance/Song for "Still (Live)."
Today we honor those who have served and sacrificed in defense of our nation.
To all who have served, and to those who continue to serve, we honor you, we thank you, and we stand with you.
To all who have served, and to those who continue to serve, we honor you, we thank you, and we stand with you.
November 11, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Today we honor those who have served and sacrificed in defense of our nation.
To all who have served, and to those who continue to serve, we honor you, we thank you, and we stand with you.
To all who have served, and to those who continue to serve, we honor you, we thank you, and we stand with you.
Stay out of the cold by coming to campus this November.
Join us for theatre, dance, arts, and more ⤵️
Join us for theatre, dance, arts, and more ⤵️
November Events at Columbia College Chicago
A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
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November 10, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Stay out of the cold by coming to campus this November.
Join us for theatre, dance, arts, and more ⤵️
Join us for theatre, dance, arts, and more ⤵️
We 🩵 our Columbia College Chicago alums.
Joseph Sikora '98, HDR '25, appeared on the Tamron Hall Show this week and discussed his inspiring speech to Columbia grads and the art of the pivot.
Joseph Sikora '98, HDR '25, appeared on the Tamron Hall Show this week and discussed his inspiring speech to Columbia grads and the art of the pivot.
Joseph Sikora on Inspiring the Next Generation
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November 8, 2025 at 8:05 PM
We 🩵 our Columbia College Chicago alums.
Joseph Sikora '98, HDR '25, appeared on the Tamron Hall Show this week and discussed his inspiring speech to Columbia grads and the art of the pivot.
Joseph Sikora '98, HDR '25, appeared on the Tamron Hall Show this week and discussed his inspiring speech to Columbia grads and the art of the pivot.
Columbia College Chicago alum Jess McDermott ’24 had a full circle moment recently when she returned to campus as a music industry professional promoting her client, the rising artist GUNNAR.
The musician met with students for a Q&A masterclass thanks to McDermott.
The musician met with students for a Q&A masterclass thanks to McDermott.
A Full Circle Moment: Alum Jess McDermott '24 Returns to Campus to Promote Rising Artist GUNNAR
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.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Columbia College Chicago alum Jess McDermott ’24 had a full circle moment recently when she returned to campus as a music industry professional promoting her client, the rising artist GUNNAR.
The musician met with students for a Q&A masterclass thanks to McDermott.
The musician met with students for a Q&A masterclass thanks to McDermott.
Yesterday alum @aayisharubygold.bsky.social ’13 returned to NBC’s “Chicago P.D.”
She sat down to reflect on the craft, courage, and connections that shape her work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hC4ucH
She sat down to reflect on the craft, courage, and connections that shape her work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hC4ucH
November 6, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Yesterday alum @aayisharubygold.bsky.social ’13 returned to NBC’s “Chicago P.D.”
She sat down to reflect on the craft, courage, and connections that shape her work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hC4ucH
She sat down to reflect on the craft, courage, and connections that shape her work ➡️ https://bit.ly/4hC4ucH
Columbia College Chicago is #18 on The Wrap's recent ""Top 50 Film Schools of 2025" list!
The list highlights the college's flexible curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4oGfFmO
The list highlights the college's flexible curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4oGfFmO
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Columbia College Chicago is #18 on The Wrap's recent ""Top 50 Film Schools of 2025" list!
The list highlights the college's flexible curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4oGfFmO
The list highlights the college's flexible curriculum and state-of-the-art facilities.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4oGfFmO
Thanks for joining us at Open House on Saturday!
Couldn't make it here this weekend? Join us for our Virtual Open House on November 15 or take our new virtual tour.
RSVP for Virtual Open House ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qxJwQl
Take our virtual tour ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JBljro
Couldn't make it here this weekend? Join us for our Virtual Open House on November 15 or take our new virtual tour.
RSVP for Virtual Open House ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qxJwQl
Take our virtual tour ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JBljro
November 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Thanks for joining us at Open House on Saturday!
Couldn't make it here this weekend? Join us for our Virtual Open House on November 15 or take our new virtual tour.
RSVP for Virtual Open House ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qxJwQl
Take our virtual tour ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JBljro
Couldn't make it here this weekend? Join us for our Virtual Open House on November 15 or take our new virtual tour.
RSVP for Virtual Open House ➡️ https://bit.ly/4qxJwQl
Take our virtual tour ➡️ https://bit.ly/3JBljro
Columbia College Chicago celebrated National and International Media Literacy Week last week with a series of global and campus-wide initiatives highlighting the importance of media literacy and responsible engagement with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
Columbia College Chicago Celebrates Media Literacy Week with Global and Campus Initiatives
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.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Columbia College Chicago celebrated National and International Media Literacy Week last week with a series of global and campus-wide initiatives highlighting the importance of media literacy and responsible engagement with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence.
Happy Halloween, Columbia! 🎃
Halloween is the artist's holiday, and creatives from across the college celebrated as a part of the Arts in the Dark parade and afterparty. Read more about the participants and how they harness their Columbia creativity 🕸️ https://bit.ly/47MjIZ8
Halloween is the artist's holiday, and creatives from across the college celebrated as a part of the Arts in the Dark parade and afterparty. Read more about the participants and how they harness their Columbia creativity 🕸️ https://bit.ly/47MjIZ8
October 31, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Happy Halloween, Columbia! 🎃
Halloween is the artist's holiday, and creatives from across the college celebrated as a part of the Arts in the Dark parade and afterparty. Read more about the participants and how they harness their Columbia creativity 🕸️ https://bit.ly/47MjIZ8
Halloween is the artist's holiday, and creatives from across the college celebrated as a part of the Arts in the Dark parade and afterparty. Read more about the participants and how they harness their Columbia creativity 🕸️ https://bit.ly/47MjIZ8
Next month the iconic musical "Grease" will show in Columbia's Getz Theatre.
Students previewed the show with a tribute performance at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to honor creator Jim Jacobs HDR ’14.
Students previewed the show with a tribute performance at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to honor creator Jim Jacobs HDR ’14.
Columbia Students Perform ‘Grease’ Tribute at Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Columbia Theatre and Dance students performed a “Grease” tribute at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, previewing their full November production.
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October 30, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Next month the iconic musical "Grease" will show in Columbia's Getz Theatre.
Students previewed the show with a tribute performance at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to honor creator Jim Jacobs HDR ’14.
Students previewed the show with a tribute performance at the Illinois Rock & Roll Hall of Fame to honor creator Jim Jacobs HDR ’14.
A new book by Columbia College Chicago Professor Carmelo Esterrich takes a deep dive into the influential, Spanish-language album “Re.”
Professor and Author Carmelo Esterrich Puts His Spin on Café Tacvba’s Album ‘Re’
A new book by Columbia College Professor Carmelo Esterrich takes a deep dive into the influential, Spanish-language album “Re.”
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October 28, 2025 at 5:07 PM
A new book by Columbia College Chicago Professor Carmelo Esterrich takes a deep dive into the influential, Spanish-language album “Re.”
Get your tickets now because you don't want to miss this year's School of Theatre and Dance season ⤵️
Columbia College Chicago School of Theatre and Dance Announces 2025–26 Season
Columbia College Chicago’s School of Theatre and Dance announces its 2025–26 season featuring comedy, devised works, and musicals.
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October 27, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Get your tickets now because you don't want to miss this year's School of Theatre and Dance season ⤵️
Broadway actor, Chicago native, and Arts Management #ColumAlum Aaron Nelson ’12 starred as Simba in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Now on the national tour, Nelson talks about his Columbia experience and the importance of falling in love with the process.
Now on the national tour, Nelson talks about his Columbia experience and the importance of falling in love with the process.
Aaron Nelson ’12 on Playing Simba, Staying Grounded, and Following the Process
“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.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Broadway actor, Chicago native, and Arts Management #ColumAlum Aaron Nelson ’12 starred as Simba in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Now on the national tour, Nelson talks about his Columbia experience and the importance of falling in love with the process.
Now on the national tour, Nelson talks about his Columbia experience and the importance of falling in love with the process.
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. Read more ➡️
https://bit.ly/4qbV8bz
https://bit.ly/4qbV8bz
October 22, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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. Read more ➡️
https://bit.ly/4qbV8bz
https://bit.ly/4qbV8bz
Congratulations to Columbia alum Precious Brady-Davis ’13 for being named OUT magazine’s 2025 OUT100 list!
This list honors her as one of “the LGBTQ+ people making the world bolder and brighter in 2025.”
This list honors her as one of “the LGBTQ+ people making the world bolder and brighter in 2025.”
The 2025 Out100: Precious Brady-Davis
These are the LGBTQ+ people making the world bolder and brighter in 2025.
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October 22, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Congratulations to Columbia alum Precious Brady-Davis ’13 for being named OUT magazine’s 2025 OUT100 list!
This list honors her as one of “the LGBTQ+ people making the world bolder and brighter in 2025.”
This list honors her as one of “the LGBTQ+ people making the world bolder and brighter in 2025.”
Explore the new exhibition “135 Years in Art and Objects.”
In recognition of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, students collaborated with the school’s archivists and the Hokin Gallery to tell Columbia’s story.
In recognition of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, students collaborated with the school’s archivists and the Hokin Gallery to tell Columbia’s story.
Students Help Bring Columbia’s History to Life in '135 Years in Art and Objects' Exhibition
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.
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October 21, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Explore the new exhibition “135 Years in Art and Objects.”
In recognition of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, students collaborated with the school’s archivists and the Hokin Gallery to tell Columbia’s story.
In recognition of Columbia College Chicago’s 135th anniversary, students collaborated with the school’s archivists and the Hokin Gallery to tell Columbia’s story.
Columbia College Chicago faculty impact education down under 🦘
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Designing for Better Learning: Dave Broz Presents Research at Global Education Summit
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented research at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
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October 17, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Columbia College Chicago faculty impact education down under 🦘
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
Take a sneak peek at how some Columbia College Chicago students are preparing for his weekend's Arts in the Dark parade 👻
Be on the lookout for Columbia students at Saturday's parade!
Be on the lookout for Columbia students at Saturday's parade!
October 16, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Take a sneak peek at how some Columbia College Chicago students are preparing for his weekend's Arts in the Dark parade 👻
Be on the lookout for Columbia students at Saturday's parade!
Be on the lookout for Columbia students at Saturday's parade!
We are proud to share that President Shantay N. Bolton has been selected for the Chicago Leadership Circle, a fellowship convened by Crain’s Chicago Business and the University of Chicago Graham School.
The program brings together business, civic, and nonprofit leaders shaping Chicago’s future.
The program brings together business, civic, and nonprofit leaders shaping Chicago’s future.
October 15, 2025 at 4:55 PM
We are proud to share that President Shantay N. Bolton has been selected for the Chicago Leadership Circle, a fellowship convened by Crain’s Chicago Business and the University of Chicago Graham School.
The program brings together business, civic, and nonprofit leaders shaping Chicago’s future.
The program brings together business, civic, and nonprofit leaders shaping Chicago’s future.
Columbia will be well represented at this year’s 61st Chicago International Film Festival.
Catch new work from faculty member Missy Hernandez and alum Miguel Silveira ’05 as well as alum Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22.
Catch new work from faculty member Missy Hernandez and alum Miguel Silveira ’05 as well as alum Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22.
Columbia Alums and Faculty to Screen Films at Chicago International Film Festival
The festival will feature works by Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22 as well as assistant professor Missy Hernandez and Miguel Silveira ’05 who recently won Best Horror Screenplay at the Nashville Film Festi...
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October 14, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Columbia will be well represented at this year’s 61st Chicago International Film Festival.
Catch new work from faculty member Missy Hernandez and alum Miguel Silveira ’05 as well as alum Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22.
Catch new work from faculty member Missy Hernandez and alum Miguel Silveira ’05 as well as alum Shiloh Tumo Washington ’22.
Columbia alumni teach our students to create with purpose.
Recently alumni from the School of Theatre and Dance shared their stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Recently alumni from the School of Theatre and Dance shared their stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Creating With Purpose: Alumni Inspire the Next Generation of Theatre and Dance Students
Columbia’s theatre and dance alumni shared stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
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October 13, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Columbia alumni teach our students to create with purpose.
Recently alumni from the School of Theatre and Dance shared their stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Recently alumni from the School of Theatre and Dance shared their stories of resilience, artistry, and activism with the next generation of creative professionals.
Columbia College Chicago is a partner in the 2025–26 Chicago Architecture Biennial, the largest architecture and design exhibition in North America. Across multiple projects, Columbia students and faculty are responding to the Biennial’s theme “SHIFT: Architecture in Times of Radical Change.”
Students and Faculty Explore Radical Futures in the Chicago Architecture Biennial
Columbia students and faculty are showcasing bold, community-focused projects in the 2025–26 Chicago Architecture Biennial
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October 10, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Columbia College Chicago is a partner in the 2025–26 Chicago Architecture Biennial, the largest architecture and design exhibition in North America. Across multiple projects, Columbia students and faculty are responding to the Biennial’s theme “SHIFT: Architecture in Times of Radical Change.”