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Kamy Smelser

Kamy Smelser, Former News Editor

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Column: From intimidation to pride, I look back with immense gratitude and awe for this staff

Column: From intimidation to pride, I look back with immense gratitude and awe for this staff

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
December 13, 2022
Bleached eyebrows and baby tees: Columbia students circle back to fashion trends of the past

Bleached eyebrows and baby tees: Columbia students circle back to fashion trends of the past

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
December 2, 2022
College to update Campus Violence Prevention Plan for the first time in 7 years, open for feedback

College to update Campus Violence Prevention Plan for the first time in 7 years, open for feedback

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
October 19, 2022
Panelists share common misconceptions about the cannabis industry, such as, “67% of the industry doesn’t touch the plant."

Cannabis industry panelists share misconceptions and insights on the profession

By Kamy Smelser and Zoë Takaki
October 11, 2022
Columbia makes honor roll as one of America’s Best Colleges for Student Voting

Columbia makes honor roll as one of America’s Best Colleges for Student Voting

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
September 22, 2022
New and returning students alike converge in Grant Park to learn about new student organizations and listen to live music.

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

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
September 9, 2022
Jesus People USA gathers for worship in the early years of the commune in 1972. Photo courtesy of Tom Crozier.

Uptown commune Jesus People USA turns 50 and faces dwindling membership

By Kamy Smelser, Echo magazine
August 16, 2022
From Squishmallows to fundraising: Support for Highland Park community continues in creative ways

From Squishmallows to fundraising: Support for Highland Park community continues in creative ways

By Abra Richardson and Kamy Smelser
August 4, 2022
Dozens gather at one of the Taste of Chicago stages to enjoy the free live music.

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

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
July 14, 2022
Photo courtesy of Paige Thompson.

How magician Paige Thompson flirts with ‘death’ in her illusionary stage performances

By Kamy Smelser, Echo magazine
July 7, 2022
A recreation of the set of Prince's 1984 album and film cover "Purple Rain" includes a photo opportunity for people to ride the iconic motorcycle.

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

By Kamy Smelser, News Editor
July 1, 2022
Pictured: Wojchiech Gajda. Photo by K'Von Jackson.

Masters of a ping pong speakeasy square off in an eclectic basement court

By Kamy Smelser, Echo magazine
June 23, 2022
Bee O'Donnell, a junior photography major, displays photographs titled "Flowers For My New Ass."

For Women, By Women gives voice to ‘muted, overlooked’ female Columbia artists

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
May 11, 2022
During the evening’s first act, “Betrayal,” the friction of a love affair was played out on stage, featuring Kayla Casiano (far left), a Deaf actor playing a Deaf character.

An Unspoken Affair: ‘Betrayal’ uses ASL to tell the story of a love affair

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
May 4, 2022
Nicole Kezdy and Paige O’Connor kick off the show with their first comedy short, prepping for the rapture and being the last two humans left behind.

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

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
April 28, 2022
Attendees stop to look at one of Kahlo's many self-portraits.

Immersive Frida Kahlo celebrates the artist’s fight for female empowerment

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
April 15, 2022
Behind the curtain: Three women who shaped Columbia's history

Behind the curtain: Three women who shaped Columbia’s history

By Jordan Perkins and Kamy Smelser
March 25, 2022
Border crossings and missile alerts: Volunteers create website with resources for Ukrainians fleeing the country

Border crossings and missile alerts: Volunteers create website with resources for Ukrainians fleeing the country

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
March 23, 2022
Former Chicago Tribune columnist Dawn Turner will be speaking about her new book on Wednesday, March 23 from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Courtesy of Dawn Turner.

Q&A: Dawn Turner shares the heartache, passion behind her latest book ‘Three Girls from Bronzeville’

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
March 21, 2022
In a line spanning down the side of the 2D Restaurant, 3155 N. Halsted St., patrons wait to enter the new Lakeview eatery.

Review: Lakeview’s 2D Restaurant provides an entertaining, illusionary eating experience

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
March 16, 2022
Josh Thomas makes his appearance on stage for the final act of the Visible Faces comedy show.

Laughing for a good cause: Comedy students pair with Visible Faces to help the homeless

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
March 7, 2022
Columbia mask requirement to continue for 'foreseeable future'

Columbia mask requirement to continue for ‘foreseeable future’

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
February 24, 2022
Students converse and look at the different clothes on the table at the Columbia Student Center, 754 S. Wabash Ave.

Student Athletics Association groups co-host clothing swap, providing sustainable and free clothing options for students

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
February 21, 2022
Signs you might be the rebound in a relationship

Signs you might be the rebound in a relationship

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
February 9, 2022
'I just feel left out': Asexual-identifying students balance identity and misconceptions

‘I just feel left out’: Asexual-identifying students balance identity and misconceptions

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
February 8, 2022
Columbia student makes $300,000 selling NFTs using only an iPhone

Columbia student makes $300,000 selling NFTs using only an iPhone

By Kamy Smelser, Staff Reporter
January 31, 2022
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