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Ivonne Romo, founder of Women In Music and graduate advisor, hosts a talk with Columbia Alumni who are women working in the music industry, at The Hive on the third floor of 618 S. Michigan Ave. on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Women in Music hosts Live Nation student panel
Columbia’s Women in Music club hosted a virtual panel for students to ask questions to the women behind Live Nation.
Mya DeJesus, Reporter
May 3, 2026
Kolapo Kolawole, sophomore illustration major, strikes the ball at the East-West University gym on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Students beat administration in volleyball rematch
Amid finals season, a student vs. staff volleyball rematch offered a chance to unwind and strengthen campus connection.
Anthony Hernandez, Reporter
May 2, 2026
Students try to score a point against staff at the basketball game in the East-West University gym on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Black Wolves basketball team takes on Columbia leadership in student-staff game
The event was part of a broader push to build visibility for club athletics at Columbia.
Serenity Burgos, Reporter
April 30, 2026
The bassist of the band Lever (left) jumps during the chorus of one of their songs during a house show in Chinatown on Friday, April 10, 2026.
In pictures: House show at Livewire Lounge
People in the crowd cheer, dance and mosh as the bands at Livewire Lounge play music during a house show.
Alice Bortel, Contributing Photographer
April 25, 2026
Protestor holds up a sign reading "ICE out of our cities" at the No Kings protest on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
In pictures: Thousands rally in Chicago’s South Loop as ‘No Kings’ protests sweep the nation
Demonstrators gathered in Grant Park and marched through downtown Chicago on Saturday, March 28 as part of a nationwide day of action targeting Trump administration policies.
Anthony Hernandez, Reporter
March 28, 2026
Attendees gather at Raja Krishnamoorthi’s election night watch party during the Illinois Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
Breaking: Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton wins hotly-contested Democratic primary race
In one of the most consequential Illinois elections in decades, Stratton secured the Democratic nomination in a race reshaping the state’s political landscape. She now advances to the November general election, where she will face Republican candidate Don Tracy in a race that will test whether Democrats can maintain their long hold on the seat.
Emma Jolly and Sydney Richardson
March 18, 2026
Demonstrators hold signs reading “Stop the War on Iran” at a protest in Congress Plaza on Monday, March 2, 2026.
Chicago’s Iranian diaspora reacts with hope, fear amid escalating conflict
As tensions involving Iran intensify, members of Chicago’s Iranian community expressed different views about the war and what political change in Iran should look like two weeks after the U.S. and Israel strikes began.
Liam Rieber, Reporter
March 16, 2026
A poster for "Fun Home" hangs on the window of the Getz Theatre Center on 72 E. 11th St., on Monday, April 27, 2026.
‘Fun Home’ hits Columbia’s stage with a queer coming-of-age story
Based on Alison Bechdel’s graphic memoir, the musical follows a cartoonist reflecting on her childhood and her relationship with her father. Moving across timelines, the story explores identity, memory and generational differences.
Ava Simone Forster, Reporter
April 30, 2026
Dancers perform choreographed pieces during "In a World of Becoming," an independent dance project created by two graduating seniors, Grace Butt and Erica Jones, for Admitted Students Day to encapsulate the emotional arc of beginning college at The Dance Center on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Student choreographers debut original work during Admitted Students Day performance
Original choreography by two seniors anchored the Dance Center performance, giving admitted students a closer look at the program’s creative and professional training.
Mya DeJesus, Reporter
April 25, 2026
Guests look around the For Women, By Women exhibition at the Arcade Gallery in the 618 S. Michigan Ave. building on Friday, April 24, 2026.
Fifth annual For Women, By Women exhibit features resilience in the face of adversity
The exhibit, which was presented in salon style, featured over 300 pieces created by women and non-binary students, including the first ever immersive artistic experience.
Guadalupe Loza-Sanchez, Reporter
April 25, 2026
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Comedy Night
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Comedy Night
May 1, 2026
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Earth Day
Chronversations with Levi Libson: Earth Day
April 24, 2026
Editorial: A last-minute change undercut student voice at Columbia event
Editorial: A last-minute change undercut student voice at Columbia event
The administration changed a student moderator role ahead of Mayor Brandon Johnson’s visit to the college last week without public explanation, raising questions about its commitment to student leadership at high-profile events, writes the Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
April 30, 2026
Editorial: Columbia’s momentum must extend beyond recruitment
Editorial: Columbia’s momentum must extend beyond recruitment
This spring’s Admitted Students Days brought record registrations and early deposits to Columbia. The long-term success will depend on whether the college delivers on the experience students expect when they enroll, writes the Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
April 23, 2026
Editorial: Columbia’s course consolidation is necessary. But it could dilute critical courses
Editorial: Columbia’s course consolidation is necessary. But it could dilute critical courses
The shift to broader, interdisciplinary courses may ease degree requirements, but it also risks compressing subjects that require sustained focus and dedicated instruction, writes the Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
April 16, 2026
Editorial: Columbia planned for housing shortages. Students weren’t clearly told
Editorial: Columbia planned for housing shortages. Students weren’t clearly told
After eliminating two residence halls, Columbia may have anticipated the need for additional housing and placed students on a housing waitlist without clearly explaining what that meant. Students only received firm assurances after rooms had already filled and the Chronicle reported the shortage, writes the Editorial Board.
Editorial Board
April 9, 2026
Caridad Grajales, la dueña de Las 3 Jarochas Elotes y Raspados, prepara un raspado de mango para un cliente el lunes 4 de mayo de 2026.
Vendedores ambulantes enfrentan otro año sin vender en desfile de Cinco de Mayo
Los vendedores ambulantes enfrentan una pérdida significativa de ventas por la cancelación del desfile anual.
Sofía Oyarzún, La Crónica Editor
May 5, 2026
Assistentes de Fuego Fest disfrutaron de comida colombiana el viernes 20 de marzo de 2026.
Estudiantes latines celebran la cultura colombiana en Fuego Fest, destacando la necesidad de representación de latines en Columbia
La decisión para celebrar Colombia vino el año pasado después de dedicar Fuego Fest a Puerto Rico.
Guadalupe Loza-Sanchez, Bilingual Reporter
March 21, 2026
“Don Chingón” por Carlos Lerma gana “Mejor Película Internacional” en el Festival de Cine Amor
Tras entregar el cortometraje a varios festivales, el estudiante internacional de México recibió el premio en Santa Mónica el 22 de febrero.
Sofía Oyarzún, La Crónica Editor
March 21, 2026
El segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen of Chicago llenó el Ramova Loft en 3520 S. Halsted St. el domingo, 8 de marzo de 2026.
El segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen de Chicago destacó a vocalistas femeninas latinoamericanas en el Día Internacional de la Mujer
El salón del Ramova Theater, Ramova Loft en Bridgeport, fue sede del segundo panel anual de Latina Frontwomen de Chicago donde seis vocalistas femeninas de Chicago y los suburbios circundantes hablaron sobre el impacto de su trabajo y luchas que han sobrellevado.
Carlos Alanis-Avila, Assistant Director of Photography
March 9, 2026