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Lessons from Notre Dame

Lessons from Notre Dame

By Tessa Brubaker and Erin Dickson
April 15, 2019
Faculty Senate approves new majors, minors

Faculty Senate approves new majors, minors

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
January 2, 2019
Office of the Registrar, 600 S. Michigan, Dec. 4

Columbia student confirmed to have mumps

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
December 7, 2018
ShopColumbia celebrates 10 years of bringing Holiday Market to campus

ShopColumbia celebrates 10 years of bringing Holiday Market to campus

By Tessa Brubaker
December 5, 2018
College to be visited by HLC for upcoming accreditation

College to be visited by HLC for upcoming accreditation

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
November 5, 2018
Graduate Student Instructors join C-Fac to bargain for better working conditions

Graduate Student Instructors join C-Fac to bargain for better working conditions

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
November 5, 2018

Faculty member Qween Wicks passes away

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
November 2, 2018
President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim's contract extended to 2024

President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim’s contract extended to 2024

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
October 25, 2018
Students and faculty gathered outside of 600 S. Michigan Ave. Oct. 17 to express their thoughts on Dr. Kim and the future of Columbia.

C-Fac, supporters call for President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim’s resignation

By Tessa Brubaker and Olivia Deloian
October 22, 2018
Suzanne Blum Malley to step in as interim provost

Suzanne Blum Malley to step in as interim provost

By Ariana Portalatin and Tessa Brubaker
October 15, 2018

Stan Wearden leaving college earlier than planned

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
October 10, 2018
Demonstrators marched through Chicago Oct. 5. to celebrate the verdict in the murder trial of Chicago Police Officer Jason Van Dyke.

“We the jury find the defendant, Jason Van Dyke, guilty”

By Blaise Mesa and Tessa Brubaker
October 8, 2018
New Media Conference plans to be bigger than ever in its 16th year

New Media Conference plans to be bigger than ever in its 16th year

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
October 7, 2018
Along with student residences, Plymouth plays host to the Student Health Center and Counseling Services. The building at 731 S. Plymouth Ct. was sold to 3L Real Estate over the summer.

Out with the old: college to find new home for Plymouth Court amenities

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
September 17, 2018
Marketing Columbia: college rethinks recruitment strategies

Marketing Columbia: college rethinks recruitment strategies

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
September 11, 2018

New students dance their way through Convocation

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
September 4, 2018
Katie Paciga, Executive Committee Secretary and Associate Professor in the Education Department, speaks at the Aug. 24 Faculty Senate meeting at 618 S. Michigan Ave.

Faculty Senate discusses disappearance of majors from website

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
August 29, 2018
Dean of Library Jan Chindlund retires

Dean of Library Jan Chindlund retires

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
July 3, 2018
The college announced Andy Dutil as the new Director of the Student Center.

Andy Dutil named director of student center

By Tessa Brubaker, News Editor
June 26, 2018
Lena Waithe poses in the press room with the award for outstanding writing for a comedy series for the "Master of None" episode "Thanksgiving" at the 69th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

Year in Review

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
May 7, 2018
President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim said he will continue to add improvements, such as new security measures, to the campus next semester. 

Kim: ‘I don’t lose my enthusiasm for Columbia’

By Tessa Brubaker
May 7, 2018
President and CEO Kwang-Wu Kim spoke at the final Faculty Senate meeting of the semester on May 4 at 618 S. Michigan Ave.

Faculty Senate discusses pause on discontinuing programs

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
May 6, 2018
Enough is enough: Frat life needs to change

Enough is enough: Frat life needs to change

By Tessa Brubaker
April 30, 2018
P-Fac rally at 600 S. Michigan on April 27.

P-Fac rallies before bargaining session

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 27, 2018
Student with powerful, political message to perform at dance festival

Student with powerful, political message to perform at dance festival

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 22, 2018
Costume fittings took place at 600 S. Michigan Ave. April 19 for the upcoming April 26 performance of Freq Out.

Students create ‘SNL-style’ comedy show

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 21, 2018
Jonathan Castillo, first year photography graduate student, said he is looking forward to integrating his photography and paper making skills. He credits many fellowships in helping him complete his multiple photography projects from around the world.  

Students receive diversity fellowship for two-week program

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 16, 2018
Alumni, students, faculty participate in 'Memphis'

Alumni, students, faculty participate in ‘Memphis’

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 15, 2018
Student finds YouTube fame

Student finds YouTube fame

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 13, 2018
TJ Pieffer, senior cinema and television arts major, decided to workshop “Abduction: The Musical” as a senior project. He said he hopes to continue revising the story and showcasing it in Pittsburgh and New York. 

Student revises musical with new songs

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 8, 2018
Enrollment decline slows

Enrollment decline slows

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 2, 2018
The Columbia Renegades Interest Meeting for starting a Roller Derby team on March 30 at Ferguson Lecture Hall on 600 S. Michigan Ave.

Stop, drop and roller derby

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
April 1, 2018
Let’s continue to show diverse characters in children’s media

Let’s continue to show diverse characters in children’s media

By Tessa Brubaker
March 22, 2018
SGA plans walk-out supporting Parkland victims

SGA plans walk-out supporting Parkland victims

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
March 12, 2018
Security breach affects employees, family members

Security breach affects employees, family members

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
March 12, 2018
Keith Kostecka at Faculty Senate on March 9. at 618 S. Michigan Ave.

Faculty Senate proposes new retirement plan

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
March 9, 2018
Matt Coyle, president of the Student Athletic Association and a senior business and entrepreneurship major, said he is excited to join Renegades Outdoor Collective and be with nature.  

New Marching Band, Renegades Outdoor Collective welcomed

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
March 5, 2018
Members from Art House expiremental film club talk about their organization on Feb 23 at 1104 S. Wabash Ave.

The Art House focuses on film discussion

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 26, 2018
From left, Luke Dyra, Mia Elliott, Taylor Smith, Ksenia Ivanova and Savannah Oakes were given seven months to complete the film, with shooting expected to start this coming August. 

Film showcases being queer 100 years ago

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 24, 2018
College suspends admissions to journalism master’s program

College suspends admissions to journalism master’s program

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 19, 2018
Film showcase to highlight African beauty, culture

Film showcase to highlight African beauty, culture

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 19, 2018

‘I’m not your eye candy’: Sexual harassment in the work place plagues college women

By Tessa Brubaker
February 12, 2018
Steven Corey, LAS dean, talked to students at the Student Government Faculty Town Hall meeting at 623 S. Wabash Ave. on Feb. 7.

Town Halls reveal curriculum changes, degree additions

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 10, 2018
Blake Fortin (left), Kendall McDermott (center) and Ashley Cairns three students from Columbia College who took first place at the National Retail Foundation competition in New York. Each of the members of the winning team recieved $5,000 scolarships. Photo taken on Jan. 30.

Students take home national retail competition scholarships

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 5, 2018
Alumni creates untold LGBTQ history podcast

Alumni creates untold LGBTQ history podcast

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
February 3, 2018
Angel Smith, Manifest Creative Director, talks about her new position at 33 E Congress on Jan. 23

Angel Smith takes over as Manifest Creative Director

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
January 29, 2018
It’s time to talk—not argue—about climate change

It’s time to talk—not argue—about climate change

By Tessa Brubaker
January 27, 2018
Jacob Saenz, a Columbia alumnus, spoke about winning the 2018 American Poetry Review/Honickman First Book prize Jan 16 at 624 S. Michigan Ave.

Poetry alumnus receives prestigious award

By Tessa Brubaker
January 21, 2018
Black Student Union will be celebrating its 30-year anniversary as a campus organization by having a celebration-filled semester and making its annual Ebony Ball an even bigger event.   

BSU to celebrate three decades

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
January 21, 2018
Members vote on program additions, discuss internship changes

Members vote on program additions, discuss internship changes

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
December 12, 2017
Ian Rosenberger, founder of the comapany Thread International, talked about his company and how they help third world countries such as Haiti recycle and turn those products into clothing material, all the while helping give jobs to workers in those countries. 1104 S. Wabash, Nov. 28.

Students learn about eco-friendly fashion solutions

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
December 4, 2017
Male abuse victims should not be ignored

Male abuse victims should not be ignored

By Tessa Brubaker
December 4, 2017
Students impacted by P-Fac strike

Students impacted by P-Fac strike

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
December 4, 2017
Students filmed a scene in the practicum film “Blood Orange”  at the Media Production Center, 1600 S. State St., Nov. 17 as part of their semester-long projects. 

Film students discuss practicum thoughts, experiences

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 27, 2017
Comedian, Writer and Director Erica Watson working with senior design students at Columbia to do a complete re-design of her logo, merch and website. Photo taken during a class in 623 S. Wabash Ave. on Nov. 14.

Students bring alumna’s brand ‘to the next level’

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 27, 2017
Jaime Herrera, junior cinema and television arts major, directed “The Baby Farmer” with a budget of only $2,000 and filmed it over one weekend.  

Student film depicts dark side of ‘farming’

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 20, 2017
College budget announced, shows cuts

College budget announced, shows cuts

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 20, 2017
Adria Dawn said she and Tarleton always wanted to turn Dorkumentary into a live stage production. 

Web series jumps from screen to stage

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 13, 2017
Columbia alumna showcases film worldwide at festivals

Columbia alumna showcases film worldwide at festivals

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 13, 2017
Diana Vallera and Liz Johnson led a Save Columbia meeting on Nov. 10 at 600 S. Michigan.

OurColumbia continues forming coalition, plans protests

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 12, 2017
Columbia graduates bring ‘Fresh Perspective’ to advertising

Columbia graduates bring ‘Fresh Perspective’ to advertising

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 6, 2017
Diana Vallera, President of the Part-Time Faculty Union, facilitates the collaborative conersation between Columbia students and faculty at the Save Columbia forum Nov. 2 in the 8th floor lounge of 600 S. Michigan Ave.

Save Columbia resurrected to create student, P-Fac coalition

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
November 6, 2017
Mark Para, a 2012 design alumnus, created his own watch company with his wife and has the products for sale on his website. The watches should be shipped to customers and collectors by March 2018.  

Columbia alumnus sells innovative watches

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 30, 2017
Tit Punch meets every week to pitch sketeches and build ideas off of each other.

Tit Punch: a hit to the funny bone

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 30, 2017
Student Gaby Rodriguez started a GoFundMe campaign to help people affected by Hurricane Maria in her hometown in Puerto Rico.

Student takes action for Puerto Rico

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 23, 2017
Student resources sliced by budget cuts

Student resources sliced by budget cuts

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 23, 2017
Dr. Kwang-Wu Kim, CEO and president of Columbia, spoke at the memorial for Dr. Warrick Carter, former president of Columbia who passed away in July, on Oct. 16 at at the Conway Center, 1104 S. Wabash

College honors former President Warrick Carter

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 19, 2017
Provost Stan Wearden, along with CFO Jerry Tarrer, speaks at the Faculty Senate on Friday; Oct. 13. Wearden emphasized communication, and also addressed enrollment changes, curricular reform, among other things. 618 S. Michigan; Ave.

College budget discussed during Faculty Senate

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 16, 2017
A new exhibit in the library called Chicago Against Apartheid. The exhibit shows the history of Chicago activists fighting against the Apartheid. Photo taken on Oct. 12.

Library hosts exhibit on battle against apartheid

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 16, 2017
Deborah Maue, Strategic Marketing & Communications VP, leaves college

Deborah Maue, Strategic Marketing & Communications VP, leaves college

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 12, 2017
Elana Schmidt, Madeline Brittingham, and Ashley Vunderink have been talking about doing a drag show at Columbia since summer.

Queens to strut at Columbia’s first drag show

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 9, 2017
"The Servant of Two Masters" will have its opening performance on Oct. 11 at 6:30 p.m. and will run through Oct. 21 in Studio 404 of the Theatre Center, 72 E. 11th St.

Theatre Department to perform ‘Servant of Two Masters’

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 6, 2017
Carolina Posse and Sue Mroz, associate professors in the cinema and television arts department, have submitted thier movie "The Sweet Ham" to multiple film festivals.

Faculty members showcase short film at festivals

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
October 2, 2017
Student forum discusses possible program merger

Student forum discusses possible program merger

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
September 25, 2017
Students to learn budgeting skills through Game of Life

Students to learn budgeting skills through Game of Life

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
September 25, 2017
Students and student organization representatives painted messages and images on the new mural wall as a part of the office's unveiling on the fourth floor of 618 S. Michigan Ave. Sept. 7.

Student Diversity and Inclusion opens new office

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
September 11, 2017
President of the Student Government Association, Malik Woolfork at the SGA office, The Loft, 916. S Wabash Ave. on Aug. 29.

Student Government Association plans for new academic year

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
September 5, 2017
Canvas receives positive feedback

Canvas receives positive feedback

By Tessa Brubaker, Campus Reporter
September 5, 2017
The Columbia Theatre Department's run of 'Little Shop of Horrors' will have a little bit of horror in it again, according to Director David Woolley.

Columbia performs ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

By Tessa Brubaker
March 9, 2017
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