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The "Not Your Model Minority!" group speaking at their panel in the Film Row Cinema at 1104 S. Wabash Ave. on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
At C3Expo, alumni panel examines Asian representation in media and fandom
The discussion on Saturday, March 14 ranged from viral internet trends to the changing portrayal of Asians in film and television.
Marc Balbarin, Reporter
March 15, 2026
Ben Speck, Claire Bald and Teddi Karnes are part of Columbia Votes. They set up Dunkin' Donuts snacks for students to grab and join them in voting on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Illinois voters head to the polls in unusually competitive primary
An open U.S. Senate seat and five congressional vacancies have created one of the most wide-open Illinois elections in decades, even as student engagement on campus remains limited.
Lily Thomas, Reporter
March 13, 2026
Bob Thall, guest speaker at the Museum of Contemporary Photography, shows photographs from a trip to Dallas and how it compared to Chicago on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Award-winning photographer Bob Thall gives lecture on his melancholic street scenes
The photographer, who was also the former chair of photography at Columbia, showcased his decades-long work featuring street scenes on medium and large format cameras.
Anthony Hernandez, Reporter
March 13, 2026
Rev.  Jesse Jackson's family carrying his body at the House of Hope in Chicago, Illinois on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Three former presidents join thousands to pay final respects to Rev. Jesse Jackson
A jubilant service on Chicago’s South Side on Friday, March 6 honored the civil rights leader whose decades of activism reshaped national politics and grassroots organizing.
Marc Balbarin and Liam Rieber
March 7, 2026
Illinois lawmaker proposes ban on nonbiodegradable body glitter
Illinois lawmaker proposes ban on nonbiodegradable body glitter
The proposed bill targets plastic-based glitter in personal care products, citing concerns about microplastic pollution.
Angel Cal, Reporter
March 3, 2026
Chicago mourns Rev. Jesse Jackson, a giant of the civil rights movement
The two-time Democratic presidential candidate was honored in the city where he built his political base as mourners began a week of memorial events celebrating his decades of influence on civil rights and American politics. Jackson died on Feb. 17 at 84.
Allison Shelton and Julia Martinez Arroyo
February 26, 2026
‘It doesn’t feel genuine anymore’: how online misogyny is changing dating
‘It doesn’t feel genuine anymore’: how online misogyny is changing dating
United Nations agencies warn that the spread of online misogyny is reshaping how young people understand gender and relationships.
Vivian Richey, Enterprise editor
February 18, 2026
Review: ‘Resident Evil Requiem’ reopens the gates to old nightmares
Released as part of the franchise’s 30th anniversary celebration,“Resident Evil Requiem” returns players to Raccoon City to uncover what remained after the original outbreak.
Shawn Katz, Reporter
March 7, 2026
Guests of the auction enjoy the art for sale at the annual Darkroom auction on the 5th floor of the Student Center on Thursday Feb. 26, 2026.
Darkroom benefit auction strengthens community support, access to art
The Museum of Contemporary Photography held its annual auction with the goal of raising $500,000 to support exhibitions, public programs and the museum’s permanent collection.
Kate Julianne Larroder and Emma Jolly
February 27, 2026
Review: ‘Pillion’ drives a motorcycle straight into its audience’s heart
Harry Lighton’s romantic comedy delivers an erotic and serene sensory experience that reminds its audience that they must love themselves before they love someone else.
William Blakley, Reporter
February 13, 2026
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Messed Up Movies Club
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Messed Up Movies Club
March 13, 2026
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Working through Burnout
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Working through Burnout
March 6, 2026
The investiture marked a new era. Now the work begins
The investiture marked a new era. Now the work begins
President Shantay Bolton’s investiture brought celebration and reason for optimism. But as the college's $40 million deficit looms, the community deserves more than a ceremony, writes The Editorial Board
Editorial Board
March 12, 2026
Editorial: Columbia must prioritize student scholarships
Editorial: Columbia must prioritize student scholarships
Columbia paused its annual Persistence Scholarship gala ahead of President Shantay Bolton’s investiture and plans a new fundraiser in the fall, but the college has yet to explain how it will sustain one of its student scholarships, writes The Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
March 5, 2026
Editorial: As Columbia closes Dwight Lofts, it eliminates a key support system for students new to the college
Editorial: As Columbia closes Dwight Lofts, it eliminates a key support system for students new to the college
Even though it makes sense to close the residence from a financial perspective, Columbia has yet to explain how it will replace this crucial community space for first-year and transfer students, writes The Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
February 26, 2026
Small gifts and trinkets sit on top of an acoustic guitar on Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026.
Disengaging to engage: Why I’m skipping swipes and hookups
Between cultural expectations and a packed college schedule, I’ve learned that opting out of U.S. dating culture is a choice. Relationships can wait — and that’s okay.
Kate Julianne Larroder, Campus News Editor
February 25, 2026
El segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen of Chicago llenó el Ramova Loft en 3520 S. Halsted St. el domingo, 8 de marzo de 2026.
El segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen de Chicago destacó a vocalistas femeninas latinoamericanas en el Día Internacional de la Mujer
El salón del Ramova Theater, Ramova Loft en Bridgeport, fue sede del segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen de Chicago donde seis vocalistas femeninas de Chicago y los suburbios circundantes hablaron sobre el impacto de su trabajo y luchas que han sobrellevado.
Carlos Alanis-Avila, Assistant Director of Photography
March 9, 2026
Tina Miklas, la dueña de Fiber Friends en la vecindad de Hyde Park el sabado, 21 de febrero de 2026.
Tienda en Hyde Park usa tejido para protestar contra ICE
La tienda, Fiber Friends Studios, también organiza reuniones en cafés y restaurantes en el sur de Chicago.
Guadalupe Loza-Sanchez, Bilingual reporter
March 5, 2026
Feb. 6, 2026
Cómic: Historias Nuestras
María Paula Sánchez, llustrator
February 25, 2026
Opinión: No dudemos de nuestro poder, la huelga nacional
Opinión: No dudemos de nuestro poder, la huelga nacional
Nacionalmente paros de escuela y huelgas laborales se han llevado a cabo en contra de ICE, un recordatorio que la maquinaria racista de deportación no es tolerada por la población de los Estados Unidos.
Brandon Anaya, Copy Editor
February 16, 2026