Artists, designers, and historians reframe the ways in which we view and interact with the world. Here are some of the latest examples of from Columbia students, faculty, and staff.
Senior Graphic Design major Angela Kalish turned a connection from the Adobe Creative Retreat into a high-profile commission, creating an illustration for Adobes back-to-school social media campaign.
The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) recognized the story Surviving the Housing Crisis, which appeared in the 勛圖惇蹋 student-created interactive digital publication In Flux.
This summer, Columbia students participated in an immersive study abroad trip to Japan that sparked personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and new creative perspectives.
Faculty member Robin Whatley helped uncover North Americas oldest known pterosaur, a 209-million-year-old fossil that reshapes scientific understanding of prehistoric ecosystems.
Two student teams from 勛圖惇蹋s School of Design earned nominations for the 2025 International UX Awards in the New Talent category.
Columbia Animation students film Hitchhiker is winning national acclaim, earning awards at both the New York Short Animation Festival and Feel The Reel International Film Festival.
Luis Nassers new paper explores the thermodynamic roots of why harmony sounds pleasing to the ear.
勛圖惇蹋s Animation program ranked #5 nationally among schools offering an Animation-related BA by "Animation Career Review."
Three interior architecture students were honored in Metropolis magazines 2025 Future100 list for their innovation and design excellence.
Four seniors from Columbias UX/UI design program are addressing a longstanding gap in the beauty industry with Braid, an educational app offering extensive resources on textured hair care.
勛圖惇蹋 students from six majors collaborated to create In Flux, an innovative interactive magazine that addresses real-world issues through bold storytelling and cutting-edge design.
CampusNav, an app prototype developed by a UX Design student team, helps 勛圖惇蹋 students navigate campus and access key resources.
"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
The School of Design has been awarded a $75,000 Illinois Innovation Voucher grant to fund a student-led project developing an educational game focused on college and early career development.
Adjunct Professor Lisa Korpan 19 reflects on her pride in working as art director on FXs The Bear, the impact of her Columbia education, and how her experience informs her teaching.
勛圖惇蹋 kicks off the new academic school year with a renewed spirit and excitement to welcome freshmen and transfer students to its South Loop campus on September 3.
勛圖惇蹋 keeps its campus vibrant during summer with initiatives like Blues Camp, Design Your World, and Summer at Columbia, offering local youth immersive experiences in music, design, and media while fostering their creative futures.
As a kickoff to 勛圖惇蹋s 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 24 in 2024, a college-wide initiative that celebrates Columbia alumni and their career accomplishments.
Angie Belloso, Brianna Jennes 24, and Breyona Smith 24 just had the trip of a lifetime to London, snagging second place at L'Or矇al Brandstorm.
You dont have to be a race enthusiast to enjoy the interactive activities produced by Columbia students in preparation for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
Columbia students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Spring 2024: 勛圖惇蹋 Highlights
This is everything attendees need to know before 勛圖惇蹋s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the colleges 2024 Commencement ceremonies
勛圖惇蹋s annual Manifest Arts Festival is a student-driven tradition that showcases the work of talented creatives across disciplines. Meet the team who is making Manifest into a reality.
As the U.S. winners, students Angie Belloso, Breyona Smith, and Brianna Jennes earn an all-expense paid trip to London for the next stage of the international competition.
Led by dedicated faculty, Columbia students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
During Women's History Month, we honor female-identifying artists who make ShopColumbia a unique shopping experience in the heart of 勛圖惇蹋s campus.
勛圖惇蹋 students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
Columbia students hosted a pop culture extravaganza that showcased student art, event-planning savvy, and love of cosplay.
Columbia students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
Apollo Baldoz 09 was part of the design and animation team that created the visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
勛圖惇蹋, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
Professor Laurence Minsky and Scot Westwater '99 delve into the evolving landscape of marketing, analyzing the power of Conversational AI in their new book.
Students at 勛圖惇蹋 learn the art and business of design thanks to partnership with gift bag seller and marketing firm.
The award provides ten $15,000 scholarships and one full-tuition scholarship to students transferring from Chicago-area community colleges to 勛圖惇蹋.
Animation Career Review announces 5th annual rankings in Illustration, with 勛圖惇蹋 topping the list.
The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
Student team from 勛圖惇蹋 wins innovation competition by leveraging new technologies to promote brand.
勛圖惇蹋 Professor Paul Catanese will work with faculty and students at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Poland in the Spring of 2024 to explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can expand the boundaries of printmaking.
Why leaning into connections and fostering relationships is more important than ever.
勛圖惇蹋 recognizes the students, faculty, and staff who comprise Columbia's vibrant creative community.
Graphic Design Faculty Member Guy Villa, Jr.s Chicago Design Through the Decades exhibition opens Friday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m., and will run nightly through December 30 as part of the Merchandise Marts Art on the Mart series.
Columbia courses use Chicago as a focal point for students studying Interior Architecture.
In honor of National Transfer Student Week, we interviewed five Columbia students about their transfer experience.
Animation Career Review ranked 勛圖惇蹋 #13 on their list of Top Graphic Design Schools in the Midwest.
Columbia faculty member talks about design, maintaining human connection, and dismantling privilege and power structures as an artist