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51���� Announces Two New Online Graduate Programs: Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management

51���� launches two new online graduate programs in Screenwriting and Development and Global Beauty Management, designed for working professionals seeking flexible, industry-connected degrees.

Student Scores Big With Grand Prize Win at International Music and Film Festival

The Jecheon International Music and Film Festival honored Sunny Youm, an MFA student studying Music Composition for the Screen at 51����, with the grand prize for new talent.

Academy Award Voter Kubilay Uner Talks Oscar-Nominated Film Scores

Kubilay Uner, director of 51����’s top-rated Music Composition for the Screen program, reflects on his first year as voting member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and shares his insights on this year’s five nominated original film scores.

51����'s Kubilay Uner to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

Kubilay Uner leads 51����’s Music Composition for the Screen program, which has been ranked the best in the world by “The Hollywood Reporter.”

51���� to Confer Honorary Degrees on Two Higher Education Trailblazers at its May 2024 Commencement

Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the college’s 2024 Commencement ceremonies

Film Composer and Professor Discusses Original Score Oscar Nominees

Kubilay Uner, who leads 51����'s top-ranked music composition for screen program, on his favorite Academy Award-nominated score and his best bet for this year's winner.

When the World Is Your Classroom, You Make Amazing Discoveries

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.

Alum Filmmaker's Short Selected for Inclusion at Berlin Film Festival

“Shi Ri Fan Gu” (“Sojourn to Shangri-La”), a film by Yihan Lin MFA ’21, makes its international debut in February.

Alum-Made Documentary About Mushers and Their Sled Dogs Now Streaming on PBS, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV+

“Musher,” a film made by 51���� alums, follows four women and their dogs as they prepare for an annual race in the upper peninsula of Michigan.

Associate Professor in Communication Is Keynote Speaker at Fulbright Conference in Romania

At the International Conference and Training on Digital and Media Education, Yonty Friesem discusses how 51���� students learn to identity misinformation.

51���� Alums Have Films Showcased During Cannes Film Festival

The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.

MAM Alum Alissa Klaus on Art, Community, and Career Fulfillment

How centering professional growth on arts institutions led one 51���� MAM alum to a rewarding career in museums.

Arts Management Master's Degree Opens Doors of Opportunity for Museum Professional Jessica Meis

Graduate student works as a collections assistant at 51����'s Museum of Contemporary Photography.

Alum George Chen on Building a Life in Development

How supporting the arts became a calling and a passion for one #Columalum.

DeAndre James Allen-Toole '15, MFA '17 Receives ASCAP Foundation Michelle and Dean Kay Award

Noted for his eclectic style, Allen-Toole — who earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from 51���� — wrote the music for the neo-western film “God’s Country.”

Screenplay by Alum Michael Burgner MFA '14 Makes 2022 Black List

Black List films have earned 54 Academy Awards since 2005, including four of the last 12 Best Picture Oscars.