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Irvin Ibarra, Former Staff Reporter

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Pacific Garden Mission President Philip Kwiatkowski has been in his current position since 2013 and highlights the creation of a drug program eight years ago to assist those in need.

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People gather in the Dayrooms at the Pacific Garden Mission, which serve as warming centers during the winter months.

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As seen when driving along Canal Street heading into the Loop, Chinatown or Pilsen, the Pacific Garden Missions crucifix sign reading Jesus Saves has become an iconic symbol of the organization. The sign used to hang overhead at PGMs former location on State Street and Balbo Drive.

Pacific Garden Mission evolves in aiding houseless individuals, providing shelter for 145 years

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2022
Column: A bittersweet goodbye to the Chronicle

Column: A bittersweet goodbye to the Chronicle

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2022
SGA’s executive board aims to bring Columbia community together through diversity, advocacy

SGA’s executive board aims to bring Columbia community together through diversity, advocacy

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2022
Timothy Buidosik (right) dressed in all black holds a homemade staff with a skull mounted on it.

Carrera de los Muertos returns to Pilsen after 2 years, celebrating its 15th anniversary

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
November 2, 2022
Illinois residents who are registered to vote can opt-in to receive a mail-in ballot for the upcoming Nov. 8 elections for governor, the U.S. Senate, U.S. representatives and more.

[Photo] International students experience living in the US without the ability to vote

October 26, 2022
A counter protester yells at the youth protesters behind the Chicago police officers in support of the police and against the Black Lives Matter movement.

[Photo] #TreatmentNotTrauma demands mental health services over proposed CPD budget increases

October 24, 2022
Tommie Posley of East-West Universitys basketball team, the Phantoms, oversees trainings with his office door open directly in view of the gyms basketball court.

[Photo] East-West gym welcomes Columbia students back after pandemic restrictions

September 26, 2022
The outside of Pilsen restaurant Cantón Regio, 1510 West 18th St., is decorated with papel picado and Mexican flags in preparation for El Grito and Mexican Independence Day.

[Photo] ‘Viva México!’: Streets of Chicago fill for three days of celebration

September 22, 2022
Mario Jimenez (right), Latino Alliance president Steve BrizuelaFernandez (center) and Jason Ramirez (left) recruit new members as newly admitted students line up asking about their work.

[Photo] ‘Nobody comes to this college because they just want to fit in’: Columbia kicks off new year at Convocation

September 9, 2022
Volunteers with Organizing White Men for Collective Liberation Chicago cook and serve free sandwiches and agua frescas — fruit drinks in English — to eventgoers at their People’s Table.

‘They’re bold, and they’re bright’: Civic Media students document Bronzeville community with interactive exhibition

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
September 6, 2022
Along the intersection of Blue Island Avenue and West Cullerton Street, a section marking the start of the first Fiesta del Sol festival in the 70s is honored.

Pilsen celebrates the 50th anniversary of Fiesta del Sol with honorary new name for part of Blue Island Avenue

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
July 30, 2022
On the sixth floor of the Palmer House Hilton Hotel, 17 E. Monroe St., prospective students and international Fulbright alumni gather for the panel discussion on the importance of exchange programs.

Associate professor speaks at WorldChicago Diplomacy Summit on Fulbright scholarship experience

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
July 28, 2022
Sizzling on the grill are Chicago Doghouses large alligator sausages paired with its Chicago-style hot dogs.

[Photo] Long lines and exotic treats return to Grant Park for Taste of Chicago

July 14, 2022
Protesters fill State Street holding signs demanding justice for Jayland Walker and for the implementation of community-controlled police initiatives.

‘Say his name’: Protesters demand justice for police killing of Jayland Walker

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
July 11, 2022
In 1993, Prince legally changed his name to his purple love symbol as a form of rebellion against his music publisher Warner Brothers; its part of the display at Prince: The Immersive Experience.

[Photo] Dearly beloved, we are gathered here to take a walk through Prince: The Immersive Experience

July 1, 2022
Milagros Burgos and her husband Rafael Burgos hold candles in a moment of silence to remember those who have died from gun violence in Chicago and in the United States.

‘Enough is enough’: Vigil held in Union Park honors the 21 Robb Elementary School shooting victims

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
June 3, 2022
At Casa Mateos booth in Mole de Mayo, a Colombian restaurant located at 4001 S. Cicero Ave., meat is cooked in a traditional way using a Colombian llanera.

Pilsen’s annual Mole de Mayo Festival returns after two years of the pandemic

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
June 2, 2022
Moments after graduates were instructed to move their tassels from the right to the left, the auditorium erupts with cheers as caps are thrown in the air, marking the end of the ceremony.

[Photo] Danny Fenster encourages Columbia graduates to ‘make art your sustenance before your income’

May 17, 2022
Everyone won this: 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award winners announced

‘Everyone won this’: 2022 Excellence in Teaching Award winners announced

By Robin Sluzas and Irvin Ibarra
May 17, 2022
While working on a small canvas using acrylic paint in a corner of the room surrounded by his character Clue?, Gomez talks about his time in the street art scene and the meaning behind the work he produces.

Little Village street artist ‘Clue?’ showcases the importance of community and mentoring young artists

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
May 12, 2022
Ross Sawyers, chair and associate professor in the Photography Department, talks about the challenges and successes of the For Women, By Women gallery.

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Bee ODonnell, a junior photography major, displays photographs titled Flowers For My New Ass.

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Some of the Girls Who Walk attendees brought their pets to walk with them, and the dogs played on the Riverwalk.

[Photo] TikTok walking group inspires friendships, exercise and connections around the city

May 9, 2022
Carolina Romo often goes to the open studio on the 8th floor of Columbias 623 S. Wabash Ave. building and works on two paintings at the same time with a wide view of the city.

[Photo] Activism through art: Self-taught, Latin artist highlights mental health and politics through her work

May 1, 2022
Ben O’Connell plays a game show host for his comedy sketch, quizzing contestants for the chance to win an Oculus Quest 2 — but they are set up to always lose.

[Photo] Sit back, relax and laugh: Columbia Laughs hosts Columbia’s first comedy festival

April 28, 2022
While taking questions from the class, Kina Collins talks about policies she wants to implement to target the root causes of police brutality and gun violence in not only her community but also in the 7th Congressional District of Illinois.

[Photo] Illinois congressional candidate Kina Collins visits campus, shares what it means to be a community expert

April 20, 2022
Marley Molkentin’s job as a care worker became an opportunity in collaboration with Kennedy Healy to create their photo series “Care During COVID.” At the webinar, they shared their process of getting their series published and on display.

Collective Impact Series sparks discussions about greater representation of people with disabilities

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
April 8, 2022
Crocodile Lightning, another prominent local burlesque artist, has photographs of her elaborate burlesque costumes ranging in different sizes and colors.

[Photo] ‘Provocative Play’ exhibition shines light on Chicago’s burlesque scene

March 25, 2022
Surrounded by her artwork and that of other Chicago artists, the corner of Hink Stink’s bedroom also serves as her studio, decorated with even more local artwork and posters similar to her artistic aesthetic.

[Photo] Graphic, campy and dark: Columbia artist Hink Stink explores femininity through horror-inspired illustrations, zines

March 23, 2022
Eventgoers watch in fascination as the gallery walls fill up with artwork in preparation for the swap.

Art Swap event hosted by AnySquared Projects provides free gallery opportunity for artists

By Irvin Ibarra, Staff Reporter
March 8, 2022
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