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Valentina Pucarelli, Former Photojournalist

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Valentina Pucarelli found her passion for journalism through their work with the Chronicle.

Column: Yes, I’m crying while writing this

December 17, 2021
(Left to right) Oscar Sanchez, Lauren Bianchi, Olga Bautista and Matthew Zemanick stand in line waiting for CPD officers to arrest them on Dec. 10, while protesters support them from the sidewalk.

Southeast Siders arrested while protesting for clean air: ‘We have nothing to lose anymore’

December 14, 2021
Review: 10 restaurants near campus where you can eat vegan for less than $10

Review: 10 restaurants near campus where you can eat vegan for less than $10

December 9, 2021
Marchers of various ages gather at 701 S. State St. to begin walking toward Daley Plaza in celebration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday for the first time June 19.

[Photo] Year in Review: The Chronicle looks back at 2021

December 7, 2021
A parent helps their child ice skate at the McCormick Tribune Ice Rink in Millennium Park on Nov. 19.

[Photo] Ice skating season returns to Chicago as the city glides into winter

November 30, 2021
A sign saying “I hate white supremacy” stands out among the crowd gathered in Federal Plaza.

‘It’s an insult and an outrage’: Chicago takes action in response to Kyle Rittenhouse verdict

November 20, 2021
Students enjoy plenty of delicious, traditional food options at the Diwali festival.

Columbia’s Indian community brings Diwali celebration back on campus

November 18, 2021
Margaret Byrne, producer and director of “Any Given Day,” premieres her film during the 57th Chicago International Film Festival on Oct. 20 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.

Columbia adjunct’s portrait of life with mental illness wins Chicago International Film Festival award

November 9, 2021
Abhijeet, a guest drag queen, performs at the Haunted Drag show.

[Photo] It’s gory, it’s scary, it’s drag, baby! Columbia hosts its fifth annual Drag Show during Wicked Week

November 3, 2021
A small altar sits by the entrance of Cafe Jumping Bean, 1439 W. 18th St., which was packed the morning of Saturday, Oct. 30 with people buying sugar skulls, hot chocolate and coffee.

Día de los Muertos 2021: Honoring those who have died from COVID-19

November 3, 2021
Thousands gathered at Jay Pritzker Pavilion at Millennium Park Oct. 19 to celebrate Chicago’s WNBA champions.

[Photo] Fans crowd Michigan Avenue, Pritzker Pavilion celebrating the Chicago Sky’s WNBA championship

October 20, 2021
Runners friends and family stand on the side of the Chicago Marathon course supporting and cheering for the participants.

[Photo] Runners return, race through the city in the 2021 Chicago Marathon

October 13, 2021
Frequency TVs door in the 33 E. Ida B. Wells Drive building remains closed as the program has been put on an indefinite hiatus.

[Photo] Frequency TV put on ‘indefinite hiatus’

October 13, 2021
Marin Lorn and Isabelle Earl lead the march for abortion justice in Chicago on Oct. 2.

New Texas abortion law spurs action in Chicago and across the U.S.

October 6, 2021
Arlo Parks performed songs and poetry at her first show in Chicago on Oct. 2.

[Photo] Arlo Parks and MICHELLE bring a feeling of community to Lincoln Hall on their Chicago tour stop

October 6, 2021

[Video] Climate activists demand action during protests in Millennium Park

October 1, 2021

[Video] The return of busking comes with more appreciation for street musicians

September 28, 2021
Hundreds of people in cars filled the South Loop streets on the night of Sept. 15 in celebration of Mexican Independence Day.

[Photo] Mexican Independence Day 2021: Chicagoans celebrate across the city

September 23, 2021
Fans watch as Brother John [Kattke] performs on the stage.

South Loop blues club Buddy Guy’s Legends reopens its doors after 17 months

September 22, 2021
The Student Government Association speaks at New Student Convocation at Grant Park Sept. 3.

[Photo] SGA’s new executive board strives to bring Columbia back together again

September 20, 2021
Little Village community members march west on 24th Street toward Ald. Michael D. Rodriguezs (22nd Ward) office, protesting the use of ShotSpotter in Chicago July 29.

Chicago Inspector General report questions ShotSpotter’s value; ACLU concerned

September 14, 2021
Columbia President and CEO Kwang‑Wu Kim addresses the crowd at the New Student Convocation Sept. 3 in Grant Park.

[Photo] Students come together for Convocation in Grant Park, first major in-person campus event in 18 months

September 7, 2021
Protesters writing messages against Line 3 and Chase Bank in chalk at the Chase Bank location at 300 S. Riverside Plaza and its nearby surroundings.

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Troi Strong Spirit Vallis leading the Stop Line 3 march on Jackson Boulevard Aug. 26.

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Winfield Wounded Eye and Adrien Pochel from Chi-Nations Youth Council perform at the Stop Line 3 protest in front of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Chicago office, 231 S. LaSalle St.

[Photo] Approval of Enbridge Pipeline brings protestors to the Army Corps of Engineers' Chicago front door

September 1, 2021
Organizers gather at the 6300 block of South Loomis to protest and demand that the Chicago Police Department end their contract with ShotSpotter.

Quiet ShotSpotter contract renewal has organizers questioning and rallying against CPD

August 23, 2021
Petes Fresh Market at 2333 W. Madison St. offers a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and alternatives for meat and dairy.

Opinion: The key to preventing a future pandemic is in changing the way we treat animals

August 20, 2021
Vanilla cake, almond and chocolate croissants and strawberry Danish are some of the vegan pastries Bon Pastries and Baked Goods offers.

Bon Pastries and Baked Goods: Building a business during a pandemic

August 12, 2021
Jose Manuel Almanza giving a speech by Adam Toledo’s memorial in Little Village before marching to Ald. Michael D. Rodriguez’s (22nd Ward) office.

Little Village community members demand a stop to surveillance of Black and Brown communities

August 4, 2021
Photojournalist and master gardener Alexy Irving attended the Humanities Festival representing the South Merrill Community Garden.

[Photo] Chicago Humanities Festival celebrates community gardens on the South Side

July 27, 2021
Star Farm has various locations in Back of the Yards, with more to come, but their main farm at 944 W. 50th Place is open Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. for everyone to take what they need and pay what they can.

Fruits, veggies and opportunities: A guide to Chicago’s urban farms

July 23, 2021

Tattoo artists from around the world gather for Chicago’s largest tattoo convention

July 20, 2021

Northalsted pedestrians weigh in on Pride month

June 30, 2021
A booklet with information on “The Color of Normal” was available to the audience, which included quotes what about inspired the artist, information on the Juliet Art House and more.

‘The Color of Normal’: Art exhibition encourages reflection, hopes for post-pandemic future

June 28, 2021
A demonstrator marches with Pride and Juneteenth flags on Dearborn Avenue during the 2021 March for Us rally.

Chicago celebrates Juneteenth as a federal holiday for the first time

June 22, 2021
Columbia students, alumni, teachers and staff in the Dance program meet at Austin Town Hall Park, 5610 W. Lake St., for a screening of two of Netta Yerushalmys Paramodernities performances.

Dance and discussion comes to Chicago parks

June 17, 2021
Community members and organizers gathered at Beverly Park, 2460 W. 102nd St., with signs related to the Treatment Not Trauma campaign.

Chicago youth protest police involvement in mental health crisis calls

June 16, 2021
Justin Witte is the curator of Frida Kahlo: Timeless at the Cleve Carney Museum of Art at DuPage College.

[Photo] Former Columbia faculty member curates largest collection of Frida Kahlo’s work

June 7, 2021
My Block, My Hood, My City models used the CTA Red Line train as their runway.

Fashion meets CTA: South Loop non-profit hosts fashion show on the Red Line

June 2, 2021
Columbia seniors prepare to walk and receive their mock diplomas at the student-run, in-person graduation ceremony at the Loews Hotel.

Pomp and circumstances: Graduating seniors start ‘New Chapter’ with independent commencement

May 25, 2021
“Mirrors, Men, Mist, Milk consists of a grey, single-stitch book, which slides into a cardboard case.

Photography MFA students create a collaborative book to replace Manifest exhibition

May 21, 2021
The Columbia Rack is located on the fourth floor of the 618 S. Michigan Ave. building and open to all enrolled Columbia students.

On-campus initiative helps students acquire clothing, health supplies

May 14, 2021
Manifest, Columbia’s urban arts festival that showcases student work, is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

[Photo] Web series celebrates Manifest’s 20th anniversary, work by seniors and alumni

May 7, 2021
While the Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S. Michigan Ave., is hosting most of its events virtually due to the pandemic, it is still open for in-person visits following CDC guidelines.

[Photo] ‘Voice to the more-than-human world’: Artists speak about the climate crisis

May 4, 2021
William Guerrero, better known as The Kid from Pilsen, raises his hand as the crowd chants hands up, dont shoot.

Little Village organizers call for justice for Adam Toledo and other victims of police shootings

April 21, 2021
Derek Chauvin was found guilty of murder on Tuesday, April 20 and while a small group of demonstrators gathered in downtown Chicago, the city remained fairly quiet following the verdict.

[Photo] BREAKING: Guilty Chauvin verdict brings relief, but with calls for more police accountability

April 20, 2021
Yu Cao, an international student from Beijing, China, is graduating from the arts management program in May 2021. He has experienced racist harassment while at Columbia.

[Photo] Asian students speak out after recent uptick in crimes against AAPI community

April 16, 2021
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