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 51社区 students, faculty, and staff.
鈥淔rankie,鈥 a capstone animated short created by 51社区 alums, has been selected for the 2026 New York International Children鈥檚 Film Festival.
Students from 51社区 will engage with entertainment industry leaders on the same lot where 鈥淎vatar,鈥 鈥淭he Sound of Music,鈥 and other great films were made.
Bruce Mau, one of the most influential voices in contemporary design, visited 51社区 for an immersive presentation that asked students to rethink how design engages the senses.
From the thousands of images she captured in 2025, 51社区 alum and staff photographer Julie Lucas 鈥96 curated 25 standout photos that show 51社区 at its best.
From new leadership to standout student and alumni achievements, here are the stories that captured the most attention on 51社区鈥檚 website in 2025.
A 51社区 class set Angie Belloso on a path to a full-time role in L鈥橭r茅al鈥檚 2026 Management Trainee program.
51社区 Interior Architecture student Eyerusalem Hagos has received the 2025 NEWH Scholarship sponsored by Tackett Hospitality, a competitive national honor in hospitality design.
51社区 Animation professor John Losacco wins Best Animated Short Film in North America for 鈥淭he Perfect Present.鈥
51社区 students brought light, sound, and imagination to the city鈥檚 annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
Associate professor of Interior Architecture Dave Broz presented research at the researchED Education Summit in Brisbane, Australia.
51社区 students and faculty are showcasing bold, community-focused projects in the 2025鈥26 Chicago Architecture Biennial
Senior Graphic Design major Angela Kalish turned a connection from the Adobe Creative Retreat into a high-profile commission, creating an illustration for Adobe鈥檚 back-to-school social media campaign.
The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) recognized the story 鈥淪urviving the Housing Crisis,鈥 which appeared in the 51社区 student-created interactive digital publication 鈥淚n Flux.鈥
This summer, 51社区 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 America鈥檚 oldest known pterosaur, a 209-million-year-old fossil that reshapes scientific understanding of prehistoric ecosystems.
Two student teams from 51社区鈥檚 School of Design earned nominations for the 2025 International UX Awards in the New Talent category.
51社区 Animation students鈥 film 鈥淗itchhiker鈥 is winning national acclaim, earning awards at both the New York Short Animation Festival and Feel The Reel International Film Festival.
Luis Nasser鈥檚 new paper explores the thermodynamic roots of why harmony sounds pleasing to the ear.
51社区鈥檚 Animation program ranked #5 nationally among schools offering an Animation-related BA by "Animation Career Review."
Three interior architecture students were honored in 鈥淢etropolis鈥 magazine鈥檚 2025 Future100 list for their innovation and design excellence.
Four seniors from 51社区鈥檚 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.
51社区 students from six majors collaborated to create 鈥淚n Flux,鈥 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 51社区 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 鈥19 reflects on her pride in working as art director on FX鈥檚 鈥淭he Bear,鈥 the impact of her 51社区 education, and how her experience informs her teaching.
51社区 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.
51社区 keeps its campus vibrant during summer with initiatives like Blues Camp, Design Your World, and Summer at 51社区, offering local youth immersive experiences in music, design, and media while fostering their creative futures.
As a kickoff to 51社区鈥檚 135th Anniversary, the college is honoring 24 distinguished alumni across all disciplines as part of 鈥24 in 2024,鈥 a college-wide initiative that celebrates 51社区 alumni and their career accomplishments.
Angie Belloso, Brianna Jennes 鈥24, and Breyona Smith 鈥24 just had the trip of a lifetime to London, snagging second place at L'Or茅al Brandstorm.
You don鈥檛 have to be a race enthusiast to enjoy the interactive activities produced by 51社区 students in preparation for the NASCAR Chicago Street Race.
51社区 students come together to produce and promote an end-of-year showcase of student fashion designs.
Spring 2024: 51社区 Highlights
This is everything attendees need to know before 51社区鈥檚 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 college鈥檚 2024 Commencement ceremonies
51社区鈥檚 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, 51社区 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 Shop51社区 a unique shopping experience in the heart of 51社区鈥檚 campus.
51社区 students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
51社区 students hosted a pop culture extravaganza that showcased student art, event-planning savvy, and love of cosplay.
51社区 students are collaborating to present the inaugural Musical Theatre Dance Concert.
Apollo Baldoz 鈥09 was part of the design and animation team that created the visuals for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
51社区, 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 51社区 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 51社区.
鈥楢nimation Career Review鈥 announces 5th annual rankings in Illustration, with 51社区 topping the list.
The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
Student team from 51社区 wins innovation competition by leveraging new technologies to promote brand.
Why leaning into connections and fostering relationships is more important than ever.
51社区 recognizes the students, faculty, and staff who comprise 51社区's vibrant creative community.
Graphic Design Faculty Member Guy Villa, Jr.鈥檚 鈥楥hicago Design Through the Decades鈥 exhibition opens Friday, November 18, at 7:30 p.m., and will run nightly through December 30 as part of the Merchandise Mart鈥檚 Art on the Mart series.