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Audio engineer Mary Mazurek MFA ’11, PhD, president of 51����’s National Alumni Board, reflects on her own educational and career path and the value of mentorship.

Alum and adjunct faculty member Eric Rutherford ’17 takes the 51���� Gospel Choir to the Union Tabernacle Baptist Church for an authentic musical experience in the Englewood community.

51���� alumni and faculty from the schools of Theatre and Dance and Audio and Music have earned nominations for the Jeff Awards, which celebrate excellence in Chicago theatre.

Chicago-based singer-songwriter Megan Hammond '22, known professionally as m.e.h., took the stage at Lollapalooza’s Chicago Made Music Showcase on Sunday, August 4.

As a kickoff to 51����’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 51���� alumni and their career accomplishments.

Professional pivot leads to career success for 51���� alum, highlighting the creative versatility of our graduates.

Academy Award Winning Sound Effects Editor Peter Berkos ’51 recently passed away, leaving behind a lasting legacy in television and film.

“Our Chicago: Freedom Music,” a celebration of freedom expressed through the music of Chicago’s Black community, will feature Adjunct Faculty Member Andre Daniels (aka Add-2) and Alum CaSera Heining ’17 (aka DJ Ca$h Era).