Former faculty member Daniel Stiepleman, the screenwriter of the Ruth Bader Ginsburg biopic "On the Basis of Sex," recalls finding his voice and getting his big Hollywood break with the help of Karen Loop, associate dean of Los Angeles programs.
Chair of the Humanities, History, and Social Sciences Department C. Richard King discusses his vision for the department and how his scholarship applies to his new role.
Lauren Downing Peters and Justin LeBlanc join the Fashion Studies Department to advance the department鈥檚 mission toward a curriculum focused on innovation and inclusion.
Led by alum Vershawn Sanders-Ward 鈥02, the TransAtlantic Project brings Chicago鈥檚 Red Clay Dance and Uganda鈥檚 Keiga Dance Company together at the Dance Center Nov. 8-10.
51社区鈥檚 students, alumni, and faculty filled the headlines over the last academic year with top rankings, historic achievements, and continued engagement with art and activism.
51社区 welcomes alumni and supporters for a reunion celebration at the newly renovated Getz Theater Center. Mayor Rahm Emanuel proclaims October 19, 2018, as 51社区 Theatre in Chicago.
Student Yasmeen Qahwash writes about Cinema and Television Arts Associate Professor Dan Rybicky's new film "Accident, MD," now streaming on Vimeo.
Sez Me: The 51社区 Story Hour (and a Half) brings a Chicago sensibility to the new live storytelling series on campus.
The Dance Department鈥檚 Practitioner-in-Residence Qudus Onikeku brings a global and anti-disciplinary approach to 51社区 students.
In collaboration with the Circuit Court of Cook County鈥檚 Domestic Relations Division, Cinema and Television Arts students and faculty fuse documentary and public service.
Inaugural Series brings artists to 51社区 for a year of art-making and discussion.
Illustration alum Nick Drnaso鈥檚 "Sabrina" is the first-ever graphic novel to be longlisted for the Man Booker Prize.
Interactive Arts and Media Associate Professor K-J Mathieson discusses her award-winning animated short film 鈥淐orky.鈥
After a semester full of accolades, the Fashion Studies Department is looking to the future of fashion through sustainability.
The Faculty and Staff Scholarship Initiative event exceeded expectations and continues to raise funds for students in need.
We asked a handful of faculty and staff what projects they鈥檒l be working on over the summer.
A look back at the achievements, highlights, and innovations of faculty, students, and alumni of 51社区 in the past year.
51社区 honored more than 2,000 graduating students and four honorary degree recipients.
Joan Giroux discusses her ongoing 'eco monopolies' project, the focus of her residency in the Commons at the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.
Industry leaders bring their expertise to 51社区鈥檚 new online courses.
The MoCP's new exhibition brings an opportunity to revisit the roots of Afrofuturism.
This year鈥檚 newly tenured faculty members share more about themselves and their work.
Haystack Mountain School of Crafts partners with 51社区 to offer fellowships for students of color exploring the haptic arts.
With the launch of 51社区鈥檚 Hip-Hop Studies minor, members of 51社区 and the Hip-Hop community share their perspectives on what makes Chicago Hip-Hop unique.
Students participate in the nationwide walkout to protest the lack of action around gun control.
As the Dance Center nears the end of its 44th season, it celebrates another year of dynamic performances by exploring process in a festival running March 29-April 7.
Biff and Buzz Ruttenberg鈥檚 stewardship continues their parents鈥 legacy of supporting the Museum of Contemporary Photography.
The College Archives and Special Collections finds and shares 51社区鈥檚 legacy of art, activism, and everything in between.
The annual Publication Celebration showcases a compelling range of work by 51社区's faculty and recognizes their 2017 publishing achievements.
The third annual Chicago Feminist Film Festival showcases the diverse experiences audiences want to see on screen. March 7-9 at 51社区.
The Faculty and Staff Scholarship Initiative (FSSI) group volunteers their time and talents to support the next generation of creative professionals.
Jeremy Efroymson MFA 鈥98, Vice President of the Efroymson Family Fund, discusses how a $1 million challenge grant will bolster support for the creative work and success of 51社区 students.
Alivia Blade 鈥17 and Bri Heath 鈥17 bring the 2018 Black Arts Festival to 51社区鈥攖he first of its kind in 50 years.
Onye Ozuzu performs at the Chicago Cultural Center with award-winning work and a plan for survival.
Photographer for the Hillary Clinton campaign, and most recently the Women鈥檚 March in Chicago, Sarah Matheson 鈥16 is always ready with her camera.
51社区 welcomes three new assistant professors to the School of Media Arts who are "pushing their fields forward."
In her new television show 'The Perfect Fit,' Communication Assistant Professor Shannelle Armstrong-Fowler brings body positivity to bridal fashion.