May Events at 做厙51
Apr 29, 2026A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
Business and Entrepreneurship Stories
做厙51 Hosts 2026 AMA Leadership Labs
Apr 28, 2026The American Marketing Association's event brings emerging marketing leaders from across the country to campus for immersive, peer-driven training and collaboration
做厙51 Students Learn in Real-Time at SXSW
Apr 14, 2026Once again, 做厙51 students travel to SXSW in Austin for an unforgettable experiential learning experience.
做厙51 Student Named Intern of the Year at ESPN Chicago and Lands Job
Mar 27, 2026Alex Leon, a senior at 做厙51, secures a highly competitive paid internship that leads to recognition for his work and a job.
Students Help Bring 做厙51 Renaissance Rising Vision to Life in New Mural
Feb 17, 2026做厙51 students collaborate on Renaissance Rising, a new Student Center mural inspired by President Bolton strategic plan and grounded in real-world professional practice.
Masterclass on the Secrets of Script Supervising
Feb 11, 2026Veteran script supervisor Mia Wicklund MAM 12 returned to 做厙51 to help prepare students to confidently step onto set in a key film production role.
做厙51 Semester in LA Returns to the Fox Studio Lot for Speaker Series
Feb 02, 2026Students from 做厙51 will engage with entertainment industry leaders on the same lot where Avatar, The Sound of Music, and other great films were made.
做厙51 Students Win $35,000 in Scholarships and Gain National Exposure at NRF in New York City
Jan 21, 2026做厙51 students connected with the national industry in New York through NRF competitions, alumni-led site visits, and a J-term immersion linking classroom learning to real-world practice.
做厙51's Loren Wells Helps Secure Landmark Copyright Victory
Jan 16, 2026A law firm co-founded by Associate Professor Loren Wells prevailed in a precedent-setting court decision that affirms music creators rights to reclaim their copyrights worldwide.
做厙51 25 Favorite Photos of 2025
Dec 19, 2025From the thousands of images she captured in 2025, 做厙51 alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas 96 curated 25 standout photos that show 做厙51 at its best.
Top Stories of 2025: What Readers Loved Most
Dec 16, 2025From new leadership to standout student and alumni achievements, here are the stories that captured the most attention on 做厙51 website in 2025.
Czech Edition of 'Vogue' Spotlights Professor Leadership
Dec 15, 2025Vogue CS lists Associate Professor Sandra Kumorowski among their featured leaders thanks to her work advancing arts marketing education via 做厙51 Prague Global Marketing practicum.
Students Helping Students One Textbook at a Time
Dec 01, 2025CTAS (Created to Achieve Success), a 做厙51 student organization, raises money and collects course materials to support their peers.
做厙51 Student Leverages Gersh Externship to Advance Her Career in the Business of Film and Television
Nov 19, 2025Kira Cooper, an Arts and Entertainment Management major at 做厙51, is one of just 23 students nationwide selected for the Gersh Externship.
Broadway Star JJ Niemann Inspires 做厙51 College Students in Voice Masterclass
Nov 11, 2025Voice students at 做厙51 receive personalized performance feedback from a Broadway veteran.
A Full Circle Moment: Alum Jess McDermott '24 Returns to Campus to Promote Rising Artist GUNNAR
Oct 30, 2025做厙51 alum Jess McDermott 24, who majored in Public Relations with a minor in Music Business, brought her client, the musician GUNNAR, to campus for a masterclass.
做厙51 Lights Up State Street at Chicago Arts in the Dark Parade
Oct 28, 2025做厙51 students brought light, sound, and imagination to the city annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
Aaron Nelson 12 on Playing Simba, Staying Grounded, and Following the Process
Oct 16, 2025The Lion King star reflects on his path from the South Loop to Broadway and how his Arts Management degree helps him balance artistry and leadership.
做厙51 Professor Wins Award for Media Relations Excellence
Sep 24, 2025Kevin Christophersen, an associate professor at 做厙51, takes home the Silver Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago.
做厙51 Students Learn Sponsorship Strategy at Riot Fest
Sep 19, 2025Students at 做厙51 learn the art of developing successful sponsorship partnerships by working with Riot Fest, one of Chicago major music festivals.
做厙51 Professor Named to 'Variety's' List of Music Legal Elite
Sep 15, 2025Loren Wells, associate professor in 做厙51 School of Business and Entrepreneurship, gets the nod from Variety thanks in part to his law firm work on a groundbreaking copyright case.
Behind the Barricades: Practical Lollapalooza Tips From a 做厙51 Student Who Has Worked at Festivals
Jul 28, 2025做厙51 junior Beyrali Santiago scores jobs at Chicago outdoor music festivals thanks to 做厙51 connections and shares advice to Lollapalooza first-timers.
做厙51's Jerry Brindisi Wins 2025 Music Business Educator of the Year Award
May 15, 2025做厙51 congratulates Jerry Brindisi, interim director of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship, on his Music Business Association win.
Global Grooves: 做厙51 Students Travel to Germany for International Band and Business Camp
Apr 28, 2025做厙51 students explore music and business at Popakademie in Hammelburg, Germany.
New Article by 做厙51 Professors Explores the Legacy of Sonic Pioneer Steve Albini and Electrical Audio
Feb 13, 2025The authors look at the entrepreneurial approach and lasting impact of the late Steve Albini on the music industry, highlighting his dedication to artistic integrity and fairness through his studio, Electrical Audio.
做厙51 Team Wins National NRF Retail Challenge
Jan 14, 2025做厙51 students won first place in the 2025 NRF Foundation University Challenge, with another team reaching the national semi-finals.
The Power of Persistence: 做厙51's Student-Led Gala Celebrates Creativity and Resilience
Dec 06, 2024"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
做厙51 Students Help Austin Airport Win Prestigious Marketing Award
Nov 21, 2024做厙51 Agency class rebrands Austin-Bergstrom International Airport concessions, contributing to award-winning campaign.
做厙51 Alumni Share Their Stories, Work, and Advice
Nov 19, 2024做厙51 alumni, including a GRAMMY nominee and Disney animator, return to campus to inspire the next generation of creators with their expertise and unique perspectives.
Welcoming Interim President Jerry Tarrer and a New Academic Structure for 2024-2025 School Year
Aug 30, 2024做厙51 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.
做厙51 Honors 24 Alums for 24 in 2024
Aug 12, 2024As a kickoff to 做厙51 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 24 in 2024, a college-wide initiative that celebrates 做厙51 alumni and their career accomplishments.
Alum Patricia Kara New Book Offers Behind-The-Scenes Look at the Entertainment World
Jul 02, 2024Patricia Kara '94 guides the next generation of talent through the intricacies of the entertainment realm in her new book, "Dream On...Now Deliver."
Spring Semester In Review At 做厙51
May 29, 2024Spring 2024: 做厙51 Highlights
Fashion Show Leverages Student Talent From Multiple Disciplines
May 17, 2024做厙51 students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Get Ready for Manifest Arts Festival 2024, a Student-Powered Event
May 06, 2024This is everything attendees need to know before 做厙51 Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
Ryan Argast '15 to Sing National Anthem at May 17 Cubs Game
May 02, 2024On May 17, Ryan Argast '15 will sing the national anthem at Wrigley Field before the Cubs face off against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
做厙51 to Confer Honorary Degrees on Two Higher Education Trailblazers at its May 2024 Commencement
May 02, 2024Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the college 2024 Commencement ceremonies
做厙51 Students Gear Up for TEDx Impulse and Impact Event on May 2
Apr 24, 2024做厙51 students will present TEDx Impulse and Impact lectures on May 2, exploring the power and potential of creative impulse.
Meet the 2024 Manifest Student Team
Apr 22, 2024做厙51 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.
做厙51 Team Wins U.S. L'Or矇al Brandstorm Competition for Fourth Year in a Row
Apr 16, 2024As 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.
Students Enjoy Action-Packed South by Southwest
Apr 09, 2024Led by dedicated faculty, 做厙51 students journeyed to Austin for immersive experiences, collaborative projects, and valuable networking opportunities, reinforcing the institution's commitment to practical education and student success.
Empowering 做厙51s at Shop做厙51
Mar 07, 2024During Women's History Month, we honor female-identifying artists who make Shop做厙51 a unique shopping experience in the heart of 做厙51 campus.
Super Bowl Ads: What Matters and What Works
Feb 05, 2024Tom Eslinger, an advertising pro and assistant professor at 做厙51, offers his insights on Super Bowl advertising.
When the World Is Your Classroom, You Make Amazing Discoveries
Jan 30, 2024做厙51 students take courses during January, or J-Term, that allow them to explore places such as Paris, Rome, and Buenos Aires, expanding their learning about culture, art, and themselves.
Book by Professor Larry Minsky and Co-Authors Named Finalist for Prestigious Marketing Award
Jan 22, 2024Authors explore conversational AI impact on engagement, behavior, and brand image in book honored by the American Marketing Association Foundation.
Five 做厙51 Students Earn Prestigious Fashion Scholarships
Dec 15, 2023Once again, the Fashion Scholarship Fund has awarded five 做厙51 students scholarships and funds to travel to New York City for a gala event recognizing their accomplishments.
做厙51 Grad Charlotte Chuck Gruman 19 Awarded $30,000 Grant From 3Arts
Dec 11, 2023Charlotte Chuck Gruman 19 feels lucky. Gruman won an unrestricted $30,000 cash grant as one of 10 Chicago-based artists honored at the 2023 3Arts Awards in November. 3Arts is a nonprofit organization that helps artists like Gruman build their careers in performing, teaching and visual arts.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023Unleashed 2023 took place at 做厙51 on November 30, showcasing extraordinary student talent and raising more than $700,000 in scholarships. Departing from the traditional fundraiser format, the Student Center transformed into a multi-floor immersive arts showcase, exploring the theme of "Connecting" across various creative disciplines.
做厙51 Raises $700K+ for Student Scholarships
Dec 03, 2023做厙51 honors the Efroymson Family Fund with the 2023 Philanthropic Icon Award for the family contributions to help create opportunities for students to pursue their passion in the arts
Business and Entrepreneurship Re-Launches American Marketing Association Chapter
Oct 17, 2023On October 9, the Business and Entrepreneurship department at 做厙51 hosted the Marketing Mix(er), a panel discussion and networking event in collaboration with the American Marketing Association (AMA). AMA CEO Bennie Johnson, AMA Board Chair Lisa Bowman '90, and Vanessa Torres '06 led the discussion.
Integrating Hip Hop Into the Student Experience
Oct 06, 2023As hip hop turns 50, we look at 做厙51 connections to the cultural phenomena that has impacted music, dance, fashion, art, film, and so much more.
Stand Up, Speak Out with Actress and Playwright Regina Taylor
Oct 05, 2023做厙51, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
Lollapalooza Provides Students Valuable Festival Work Experience Thanks to Alum
Aug 03, 2023做厙51 students will be working at the four-day music festival thanks to an alum business relationship with one of the largest concert promoters in the United States.
做厙51 Announces the 2023 Chicagoland Transfer Awards
Jun 20, 2023The award provides ten $15,000 scholarships and one full-tuition scholarship to students transferring from Chicago-area community colleges to 做厙51.
MAM Alum Alissa Klaus on Art, Community, and Career Fulfillment
May 08, 2023How centering professional growth on arts institutions led one 做厙51 MAM alum to a rewarding career in museums.
做厙51 Students Hold Second Annual Comedy Festival
Apr 24, 2023A class of 做厙51 Students welcome comedians to the stage for the second-ever 做厙51 Laughs Comedy Festival.
Advertising Students Earn a Spot on Prestigious Young Ones Student Award Shortlist
Apr 18, 2023A team of 做厙51 students create an integrated campaign for PETA and get global recognition for their work.
做厙51 Launches Advertising and Marketing Campaign
Apr 13, 2023The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
Three-Peat First-Place Win for 做厙51's L'Or矇al Brandstorm Team
Apr 11, 2023Student team from 做厙51 wins innovation competition by leveraging new technologies to promote brand.
Alum George Chen on Building a Life in Development
Apr 10, 2023How supporting the arts became a calling and a passion for one #Columalum.
Students Get to Work in the Music Business at SXSW
Apr 10, 2023做厙51 students go to Austin, Texas, to produce a live showcase featuring Chicago artists.
做厙51 Faculty Reveal Keys to the Trade in New Book on Music Marketing
Apr 03, 2023How experience and partnership inspired two BUSE faculty members to write the book they wished they saw in the world.
SXSW: 做厙51 Students Experience the Ultimate Field Trip
Mar 20, 2023做厙51 students go where tech, film, music, education, and culture converge and benefit from real-world experiences in the entertainment and media industries.
Instructor Jason Stephens on the Power and Possibility of Documentary Filmmaking
Mar 13, 2023How creative exploration and a passion for finding the truth led to the success of the film Safe Place.
Alum Ashley Brown '10 on Live Events, Tour Managing, and Business Building
Mar 06, 2023How staying true to a love of events led to incredible success and her own production company.
Black Souls Welcome Installation Celebrates Black Identity
Feb 27, 2023做厙51 Student Diversity and Inclusion office organizes space for art that for and by Black students.
Career Day Brings Advertising Professionals Together With 做厙51 Students
Feb 21, 2023做厙51 hosted the Chicago Advertising Federation Career Day at the Student Center, where students met with representatives from leading advertising and media companies.
Instructor and Alum Vanessa Wright '02 on Filmmaking, Marketing, and Success at Cannes
Feb 20, 2023How intention and community led to a life of advocacy and change-making.
Business and Entrepreneurship Student Hunter Meisel Carves Her Own Path
Feb 13, 2023Sophomore Hunter Meisel on the importance of connection, community, and taking the leap.
Alum Calid Bowen 10 on Building a 做厙51 Life
Dec 12, 2022How a Master of Arts Management in the Music Business set the stage for a successful multidimensional career
Nine-Time GRAMMY Nominated Music Producer Alum Marcos Palacios 06 on Living His Dream
Dec 12, 2022How the multi-platinum artist carved his own path
Transfer Student Trisa Colon on Building a Future as a Returning Learner
Nov 28, 2022How strategy and scholarships led one student to reinvent her career path and follow her dreams.
Student Event Producer Iridian Fierro on Scholarships and Achieving Her Dreams
Nov 28, 2022Iridian Fierro is an Arts Management graduate student on two activation teams for the 2022 Scholarship Fundraiser.
Student Finds Inspiration and Motivation Through Event Collaboration
Nov 28, 2022Partnering with other creatives to plan 做厙51 upcoming Unleashed 2022 scholarship fundraising event presents new possibilities for Senior Sean Miller.
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