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At the Rally for Community Safety & Stop Anti-Asian Hate Crime on Saturday, March 27, a large number of elderly people filled the crowd.

‘We’re not going to be quiet anymore’: Hundreds gather to support AAPI Chicagoans

March 29, 2021
Courtesy of Eric Kripas

New instructor Eric Kripas cuts the BS in advertising

March 12, 2021
Boas and dresses hang in Magic Selfies’ “Barbie Land” room next to hearts that illuminate the room with neon pink.

But first, let me take a selfie at the South Loop ‘selfie playground’

March 10, 2021
The museum is open to only 25% capacity to avoid large crowds of people hindering social distancing practices.

Dinosaurs and birds and bones, oh my: The Field Museum reopens

February 15, 2021
Columbia alum Chris Charles (left) and adjunct faculty member Danny Kravitz (right) watch a scene from

Columbia alum and adjunct professor team up to screenwrite ‘The Marksman’

February 3, 2021
COVID-19 testing is available to Columbia students and employees Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Individuals should call 844-766-3775 to schedule an appointment.

Campus testing requirements explained

January 29, 2021
President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim and members of his cabinet answered students' questions about the upcoming Spring and Fall 2021 semesters during a student forum over Zoom.

President and cabinet talk testing, enrollment and another Zoom commencement

December 18, 2020
A ha-ha-holiday special with Columbia alum Tyler Anthony Smith

A ha-ha-holiday special with Columbia alum Tyler Anthony Smith

December 18, 2020
Columbia's windows have been 'yarn bombed' by Chicago’s knifty knitters

Columbia’s windows have been ‘yarn bombed’ by Chicago’s knifty knitters

December 10, 2020
Columbia alum Andrea Salcedo continues to 'aim high' at the Washington Post

Columbia alum Andrea Salcedo continues to ‘aim high’ at the Washington Post

November 24, 2020
Hajar Khaled stands near the Michigan Avenue bridge showing her support for President-elect Joe Biden.

Chicagoans celebrate Biden-Harris win, more work to be done

November 9, 2020
Ray Cortopassi (left) joins Micah Materre (right) for the WGN Evening News at 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 9 p.m and 10 p.m.

‘I’m so happy to be back’: WGN’s newest anchor is Columbia alum Ray Cortopassi

November 5, 2020
Protesters march toward Michigan Avenue on Oct. 24 to bring awareness to issues with SARS in Nigeria, after forces opened fire on protesters in Nigeria on Oct. 20.

Chicago protesters advocate for victims of Nigerian federal police violence

October 27, 2020
Mayor Lori Lightfoot (right) and former presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg (left) discuss how voting is an exchange of trust in democracy.

Former Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg warns Americans of a ‘crisis of mistrust’ during the election

October 20, 2020
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Review: Honey Berry Cafe gets an Instagram like from me

October 14, 2020
Founding members Tandrea Hawkins and Jordan Blair stand on stage with other Fusion of Light Entertainment organizers Dupree, Liam Taylor and Sofia Felino.

‘Creative’s March’: empowering the next generation of creatives

October 7, 2020
Event participants are encouraged to bring their own shirts for Kaufmann to customize.

Voting is in fashion for this South Loop resident

September 24, 2020

Your guide for the return to the Student Center

September 23, 2020
CFAC refuses to return to campus until 'fundamental COVID-19 safety concerns' are addressed

CFAC refuses to return to campus until ‘fundamental COVID-19 safety concerns’ are addressed

September 22, 2020
Although Rybak is energetic on stage, he says he prefers to skip an after-party and enjoy a quiet night at home watching movies.

Alexander Rybak makes a musical encore at Columbia

September 18, 2020
BREAKING NEWS: Reports of shots fired near administration building, all advised to stay away from the area

BREAKING NEWS: Reports of shots fired near administration building, all advised to stay away from the area

September 15, 2020
While opening its doors in the midst of the pandemic, Columbia has a new set of safety policies and procedures, making it look different from the spring.

Welcome back Columbia: Here’s what campus looks like now

September 4, 2020
Yosef negotiates with CPD Director of Public Engagement Glen Brooks to allow protesters at the corner of East Ohio Street and North Michigan Avenue into the street.

Magnificent Mile temporarily shut down for protest, vigil honoring Black lives lost

August 30, 2020
Austin Abrams' character, Henry Page, and Lili Reinhart's character, Grace Town, are introduced by collaborating on their high school's newspaper.

Review: ‘Chemical Hearts’ yields a negative reaction

August 27, 2020

Reopening Columbia: Keeping campus safe

August 21, 2020
Campus closed following night of looting and violence downtown

Campus closed following night of looting and violence downtown

August 10, 2020
Creative writing major Taisaun Levi collaborated with luxury sneaker brand Koio for a project with her own poem printed on the shoes.

Columbia student’s ode to Chicago printed on luxury sneaker

August 4, 2020
Protesters turn onto Wabash Avenue chanting “The people united will never be defeated.

Chicago students stand in solidarity for police-free campuses

August 2, 2020
Nearly 200 Chicagoans came out to support the Back the Blue rally, many holding American flags in support of American law enforcement.

‘Black Lives Matter’ counter-protest causes friction with ‘Blue Lives Matter’ demonstration

July 26, 2020

FYI: What defunding the police could mean for Chicago

July 24, 2020
Roots Handmade Pizza offers an array of signature pizzas, including 3 vegetarian-friendly options.

Review: Roots’ pizza doesn’t have a ‘pizza’ my heart

July 22, 2020
To meet the need for more blood donations amid the coronavirus pandemic, Vitalant, a blood donation network, will team up with the Roosevelt Collection Shops for a blood drive.

The Roosevelt Collection Shops are out for blood—a blood drive, that is

July 17, 2020
Sam Kirk, a 2005 Columbia alumna, first had this mural exhibited as a part of a Pride installation in New York.

Columbia alumna displays vibrant multi-racial LGBTQ+ murals

June 30, 2020
South Loop yarn bomber strikes again, bringing joy and beauty for Pride month

South Loop yarn bomber strikes again, bringing joy and beauty for Pride month

June 29, 2020
The community opens up: Conversations about racism and the Black experience are 'uncomfortable,' sometimes traumatic

The community opens up: Conversations about racism and the Black experience are ‘uncomfortable,’ sometimes traumatic

June 25, 2020
One Million Man March celebrates Juneteenth with marching band and singing

One Million Man March celebrates Juneteenth with marching band and singing

June 21, 2020
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