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President and CEO Shantay Bolton looks out Columbia College Chicago’s downtown campus in the Student Center on Aug. 7, 2026.

Exclusive: After a difficult first year, Bolton looks to what’s next for Columbia

A year after receiving a standing ovation at her first all-college meeting, Bolton will address Columbia faculty and staff again this week following a year of layoffs, senior leadership departures and a deficit that could exceed $40 million. In an interview with the Chronicle, she said her focus is now on putting the college’s three-year strategic plan into action and moving Columbia toward greater stability and growth.
Anna Bitz
August 17, 2026
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