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Columbia College Chicago went through a second round of layoffs as the college's financial crisis continues. The 33 E. Ida B Wells building is seen on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Columbia moves to cover fall courses following latest round of layoffs
The college laid off 20 full-time faculty on Tuesday, June 17, forcing the reassignment of dozens of fall courses. The move comes as Columbia continues to adjust to lower enrollment and shifting academic needs, according to a college spokesperson. The college has laid off 43 full-time faculty in total this year, representing about 20% of all faculty.
By Allison Shelton, Reporter • June 18, 2025
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Martin Bernstein, an adjunct professor in the School of Film and Television, sits aboard one of the boats he charters, the Alexa, while docked at Belmont Harbor in Chicago on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
On land or water, Columbia film instructor Martin Bernstein still finds new stories to tell
By Samantha Mosquera, Reporter
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As Columbia College Chicago is celebrating its 135 year anniversary since it's founding in 1890, a second round of layoffs has been announced amidst the college's financial crisis. 135 year banners can be seen on Wabash Ave. outside the Student Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Breaking: Columbia lays off 20 more full-time faculty in surprise summer round of cuts
By Kate Julianne Larroder, Editor-in-Chief
A young Gabriel 'Gonzo' Gonzalez, a senior film and television major, holds their younger brother, Daniel Gonzalez, with their father, Carlos Gonzalez, in the back. Photo courtesy of Gabriel 'Gonzo' Gonzalez
Columbia student shares story of grief, loss amid U.S. immigration crackdown
By Matt Brady, Reporter
Jim DeRogatis, a professor of instruction in the School of Communication and Culture, uses his experience as a journalist and music critic to teach one of Columbia's "Big Chicago" courses, focusing on music and media.
Breaking: Jim DeRogatis leaves Columbia for Northwestern
By Allison Shelton, Reporter
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June 19, 2025
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As Columbia College Chicago is celebrating its 135 year anniversary since it's founding in 1890, a second round of layoffs has been announced amidst the college's financial crisis. 135 year banners can be seen on Wabash Ave. outside the Student Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025.

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"No Kings" protestors walk down Clark Street on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

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Professor of Photography Jay Wolke, one of the departing faculty members honored at the faculty farewell party, gives a brief speech in the Conaway Center at 1104 S. Wabash Ave. on Thursday, May 29, 2025.

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Senior Vice President and Provost Marcella David applauds graduates at the afternoon ceremony at Credit Union 1 Arena on Sunday, May 18, 2025.

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Junk yard car adorned with old children's toys and masks sits on 16th St. in Pilsen on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
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Balbo Drive is closed from Columbus Drive to DuSable Lake Shore Drive as preparations for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race begin on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
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Martin Bernstein, an adjunct professor in the School of Film and Television, sits aboard one of the boats he charters, the Alexa, while docked at Belmont Harbor in Chicago on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
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On a breezy June morning as the wind off Lake Michigan curls through Belmont Harbor, Martin Bernstein doesn’t know exactly where the day...

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Columbia College Chicago went through a second round of layoffs as the college's financial crisis continues. The 33 E. Ida B Wells building is seen on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Columbia moves to cover fall courses following latest round of layoffs
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The college is working to reassign courses originally planned to be taught by the 20 faculty members who were laid off on Tuesday, June 17, aiming...



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Columbia College Chicago went through a second round of layoffs as the college's financial crisis continues. The 33 E. Ida B Wells building is seen on Friday, March 21, 2025.
Columbia moves to cover fall courses following latest round of layoffs
By Allison Shelton, Reporter • June 18, 2025
CAMPUS
Martin Bernstein, an adjunct professor in the School of Film and Television, sits aboard one of the boats he charters, the Alexa, while docked at Belmont Harbor in Chicago on Thursday, June 12, 2025.
On land or water, Columbia film instructor Martin Bernstein still finds new stories to tell
By Samantha Mosquera, Reporter • June 19, 2025

On a breezy June morning as the wind off Lake Michigan curls through Belmont Harbor, Martin Bernstein...

As Columbia College Chicago is celebrating its 135 year anniversary since it's founding in 1890, a second round of layoffs has been announced amidst the college's financial crisis. 135 year banners can be seen on Wabash Ave. outside the Student Center on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
Breaking: Columbia lays off 20 more full-time faculty in surprise summer round of cuts
June 17, 2025
A young Gabriel 'Gonzo' Gonzalez, a senior film and television major, holds their younger brother, Daniel Gonzalez, with their father, Carlos Gonzalez, in the back. Photo courtesy of Gabriel 'Gonzo' Gonzalez
Columbia student shares story of grief, loss amid U.S. immigration crackdown
June 17, 2025
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The Stefan Hillesheim Band performs on the Rosa's Lounge stage on the northern end of Millennium Park for the Chicago Blues Festival on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
What is blues in 2025? Chicago Blues Festival answers the question
By Lee Overton, Reporter • June 9, 2025

The opening act of the entire three-day festival was Lady Adrena and the LA Band. Following her performance...

The first day of the 2025 Chicago Blues Festival kicks off at the Ramova Theatre on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Music history comes to life at Chicago Blues Festival this weekend
By William Blakley, Reporter • June 6, 2025
Kaiser Ahmed, artistic director for "Neighborhood Watch" and Columbia College Chicago alum, poses for the Chronicle during a post show interview at the Jackalope Theatre on 5917 N Broadway, Sunday, June 1, 2025.
Alumni-led theater company creates safe space for past, future students
By Lee Overton, Reporter • June 6, 2025
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Don Omar mira a la audiencia de su actuación como el artista principal del segundo día del Festival de Música Sueños el domingo, 25 de mayo de 2025.
“La gente quiere escuchar música latina y para eso estamos aquí”
By Uriel Reyes and Manuel Nocera • May 25, 2025

El Festival de Música Sueños, que continuó en su segundo día este fin de semana del Día de los Caídos,...

Bailarinas del Ballet Folklórico de Chicago realizan un baile tradicional mexicano en pareja en la intersección de Balbo y Columbus Drive en el Sueños Music Festival el sábado 24 de mayo de 2025.
En Sueños Music Festival, la moda y la cultura brillan a pesar del frío
May 25, 2025
Event tents are set up for El Mercadito in Grant Park ahead of the Sueños Music Festival on May 21, 2025. The festival runs from May 24 to May 25.
El Festival de Música Sueños se apoderará del Grant Park este fin de semana
May 23, 2025
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Balbo Drive is closed from Columbus Drive to DuSable Lake Shore Drive as preparations for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race begin on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
NASCAR heats up in Chicago with international flair, uncertain future
By Benjamin Sherman, NASCAR Reporter • June 19, 2025

Australian Supercars champion Will Brown will make his second-ever NASCAR Cup Series appearance in the...

The bass player of Shackled By Lust, Oji McLucas, plays with emotion during the band’s set for Ruidosa Art Collective’s benefit show to aid families impacted by the ICE raids at Work26 Skateshop on Friday, June 13, 2025.
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"No Kings" protestors walk down Clark Street on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Tens of thousands rally in downtown Chicago as part of national ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump policies, military parade
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Chronicle TV: Students wrap up time at Columbia at the final grad expo
Chronicle TV: Students wrap up time at Columbia at the final grad expo
By Ali Brenneman, Staff Reporter • May 14, 2025

That’s a Wrap— YOUR Final Grad Expo took place on Tuesday and Wednesday this week from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Student Center. The event...

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The Stefan Hillesheim Band performs on the Rosa's Lounge stage on the northern end of Millennium Park for the Chicago Blues Festival on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
What is blues in 2025? Chicago Blues Festival answers the question
By Lee Overton, Reporter
The first day of the 2025 Chicago Blues Festival kicks off at the Ramova Theatre on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
Music history comes to life at Chicago Blues Festival this weekend
By William Blakley, Reporter
METRO
Balbo Drive is closed from Columbus Drive to DuSable Lake Shore Drive as preparations for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race begin on Thursday, June 19, 2025.
NASCAR heats up in Chicago with international flair, uncertain future
By Benjamin Sherman, NASCAR Reporter
The bass player of Shackled By Lust, Oji McLucas, plays with emotion during the band’s set for Ruidosa Art Collective’s benefit show to aid families impacted by the ICE raids at Work26 Skateshop on Friday, June 13, 2025.
In pictures: Chicago’s hardcore music community unites to help people impacted by ICE raids
By Carlos Alanis-Avila, Photojournalist
"No Kings" protestors walk down Clark Street on Saturday, June 14, 2025.
Tens of thousands rally in downtown Chicago as part of national ‘No Kings’ protests against Trump policies, military parade
By Marc Balbarin, Uriel Reyes, and Allison Shelton
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Don Omar mira a la audiencia de su actuación como el artista principal del segundo día del Festival de Música Sueños el domingo, 25 de mayo de 2025.
“La gente quiere escuchar música latina y para eso estamos aquí”
By Uriel Reyes and Manuel Nocera
Bailarinas del Ballet Folklórico de Chicago realizan un baile tradicional mexicano en pareja en la intersección de Balbo y Columbus Drive en el Sueños Music Festival el sábado 24 de mayo de 2025.
En Sueños Music Festival, la moda y la cultura brillan a pesar del frío
By Uriel Reyes and Manuel Nocera
Event tents are set up for El Mercadito in Grant Park ahead of the Sueños Music Festival on May 21, 2025. The festival runs from May 24 to May 25.
El Festival de Música Sueños se apoderará del Grant Park este fin de semana
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