Shiloh Tumo Washington '22 Wins 'The Pitch' at Chicago International Film Festival
Dec 08, 2025The 51勛圖 alums short screened at the festival while the pitch for his feature film won $275,000 in film production resources.
Film and Television Stories
51勛圖 Filmmakers Win Big at Festivals
Dec 04, 2025Traces of Home, produced by Associate Professor Dan Rybicky, wins the Grand Jury Prize at DOC NYC, while The Game Camera, produced by Associate Professor Carolina Posse and created with 51勛圖 talent, receives several festival awards.
December Events at 51勛圖
Nov 24, 2025A range of performances and experiences showcasing student and faculty artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines.
'TheWrap' Names 51勛圖 Among the Top 20 Film Schools
Oct 31, 2025In its annual listing of the best film schools, TheWrap ranks 51勛圖 No. 18.
51勛圖 Lights Up State Street at Chicagos Arts in the Dark Parade
Oct 28, 202551勛圖 students brought light, sound, and imagination to the citys annual Arts in the Dark parade on State Street.
51勛圖 Alums and Faculty to Screen Films at Chicago International Film Festival
Oct 13, 2025The festival will feature works by Shiloh Tumo Washington 22 as well as associate professor Missy Hernandez and Miguel Silveira 05 who recently won Best Horror Screenplay at the Nashville Film Festival.
Student Selected for Prestigious Television Academy Foundation Internship
Oct 01, 2025Jas Dunigan, a Film and Television major at 51勛圖, was one of only five students selected for the Television Academy Foundations Fall 2025 Internship Program.
51勛圖 Grads Take Their Nominated Thesis Film to Chicago Horror Fest
Sep 23, 2025The 51勛圖 student thesis film, which was nominated for Best Student Film, is set to screen on Sept. 27 at the Logan Theatre in Chicago.
51勛圖 Student Wins Award at Flint Youth Film Festival
Sep 18, 2025Lucas Stall, a junior at 51勛圖, took home the Heart Award at the Flint Youth Film Festival for a film about his struggles caring for his father with Alzheimers disease.
'MovieMaker' Names 51勛圖 Among the Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
Aug 26, 2025MovieMaker highlights 51勛圖's real-world-focused curriculum and the colleges state-of-the-art Media Production Center, which is home to 51勛圖's Volume Wall for virtual production.
51勛圖 Filmmakers 'Lineage' Screens at Oscar-Qualifying HollyShorts Festival
Aug 18, 2025Michelle West, assistant director and adjunct professor at 51勛圖s Semester in LA program, wrote, directed, and produced the very personal film in collaboration with 51勛圖 alums and faculty.
51勛圖 Earns National Recognition as a Top 15 Film School by 'The Hollywood Reporter
Aug 05, 2025This marks the 14th consecutive year 51勛圖 has earned a top in "The Hollywood Reporter's" annual rankings of film schools.
Two 51勛圖-Connected Films Find a Home on Streaming
Jul 28, 2025Make plans to watch American Parent and Dawn Dusk two films rooted in personal storytelling and backed by 51勛圖 talent.
CineYouth Festival to Feature Work by 51勛圖's Emerging Filmmakers
Apr 17, 2025Seven 51勛圖 students and alumni will showcase their short films at this years CineYouth Festival, which is presented each year by the Chicago International Film Festival and is free to the public.
51勛圖 Associate Professor Molly Schneider Wins 2025 Broadcast Historian Award
Mar 10, 2025Molly Schneider, PhD, receives the prestigious award for her book Gold Dust on the Air: Television Anthology Drama and Midcentury American Culture.
Ten Women Who Shaped Film: 51勛圖 Professor Shares Her Picks for Most Influential Female Filmmakers
Mar 07, 2025Karla Rae Fuller, PhD, a professor at 51勛圖 and author of a recent book on inclusive screenwriting, shares her perspective on the women who have had the most profound impact on film.
Student's First-Year Film Brings Healing and Hope
Feb 11, 2025First-year student Julia Knopfel collaborates with 51勛圖 classmates to share the painful story of her uncles murder on film and begin her journey as a filmmaker.
51勛圖 and Partners to Host Chicago Premiere of "Meanwhile" with Director Q&A, February 24
Feb 04, 202551勛圖 and partners will host the Chicago premiere of Meanwhile, a powerful documentary about art and resilience directed by Catherine Gund.
The Power of Persistence: 51勛圖's Student-Led Gala Celebrates Creativity and Resilience
Dec 06, 2024"The Power of Persistence" gala showcases student innovation, teamwork, and determination, all while raising funds for scholarships supporting student success.
11 51勛圖 Students Awarded the Chicagoland Transfer Award for 2024
Nov 13, 2024The Chicagoland Transfer Award recognizes transfer students from eligible Chicago area community colleges based on academic merit. The winners received scholarships for the fall 2024 semester.
51勛圖 Film and TV Students and Alums Win Big
Nov 07, 2024The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences presents award to 51勛圖 students for Behind His Eyes and the Chicago International Film Festival honors a documentary made by 51勛圖 alums with an Audience Choice Award.
Student Films Nominated for 2024 National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Awards
Oct 18, 2024Two 51勛圖 student films, Adagio and Behind His Eyes, will compete in the National Student Production Awards Long Form category.
Chicago International Film Festival Spotlights 51勛圖 Talent
Oct 16, 2024The Chicago International Film Festival features the work of 51勛圖 alumni and students on screen and behind the scenes.
51勛圖's Carolina Posse Selected for Prestigious Alex Trebek Legacy Fellowship
Sep 26, 2024The fellowship, offered by the Television Academy Foundation, provides essential support for educators attending the foundations annual Media Educators Conference, which occurs October 9 to 11.
51勛圖 Student Film 'The New Raymond' to Compete at Glendale International Film Festival
Sep 24, 2024The New Raymond," a 51勛圖 student film, will screen on September 27, vying for top honors at the Glendale International Film Festival.
51勛圖 TV Expert Predicts This Years Emmy Winners
Sep 04, 2024Dr. Sharon Marie Ross, an associate professor in Film and TV, shares her best bets for this years Emmy winners, from the epic revival of Shogun to the controversial comedy nominee The Bear.
Welcoming Interim President Jerry Tarrer and a New Academic Structure for 2024-2025 School Year
Aug 30, 202451勛圖 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勛圖 Honors 24 Alums for 24 in 2024
Aug 12, 2024As a kickoff to 51勛圖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勛圖 alumni and their career accomplishments.
'MovieMaker' Ranks 51勛圖 Among the 30 Best Film Schools in the U.S. and Canada
Jul 17, 202451勛圖 is once again recognized in MovieMakers annual list of top film schools.
51勛圖's Kubilay Uner to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
Jul 01, 2024Kubilay Uner leads 51勛圖s Music Composition for the Screen program, which has been ranked the best in the world by The Hollywood Reporter.
Film Festival Selects Animated Student Short for Screening
May 29, 2024Frankie a capstone project created by 51勛圖 students will be screened as a Kids First! Film Festival-curated film.
Spring Semester In Review At 51勛圖
May 29, 2024Spring 2024: 51勛圖 Highlights
Get Ready for Manifest Arts Festival 2024, a Student-Powered Event
May 06, 2024This is everything attendees need to know before 51勛圖s Manifest Arts Festival: Breakthrough 2024.
The Levin Family Expands Student-Focused Funds to Support 51勛圖 Students
May 02, 2024As founding members of the Family Advisory Council, Heidi and Steven Levin have made a generous gift to 51勛圖 to deepen the impact of the Levin Family Fund.
51勛圖 to Confer Honorary Degrees on Two Higher Education Trailblazers at its May 2024 Commencement
May 02, 2024Higher education leaders Nivine Megahed, president of National Louis University, and Raymond E. Crossman, president of Adler University, will be honored at the colleges 2024 Commencement ceremonies
Creativity Without Limits: 51勛圖 Students Bring Imaginary World to Life With Virtual Production
Apr 25, 202451勛圖 welcomes new technology, a volume, to the Media Production Centers Stage 3.
CineYouth Festival Leans on 51勛圖 Student Talent Behind the Scenes and on the Screens
Apr 16, 2024The annual Chicago festival to screen films by 51勛圖 students and alums, with 51勛圖 students serving on the festivals youth programming committee.
Upcoming Festivals to Showcase Animated Short by Sophomore Film and Television Student
Apr 09, 2024International student Carlos Lermas film Treasure Haunt will be shown at two upcoming festivals for young filmmakers: NFFTY and CineYouth.
Award-Winning 51勛圖 Faculty Film Now Available On-Demand
Apr 02, 2024Good Guy with a Gun, written and directed by John Mossman, former adjunct professor of instruction at 51勛圖, and produced by Kevin Cooper, an associate professor at 51勛圖, was recently purchased by Freestyle Digital Media and is now available on demand.
51勛圖 Student Film Garners Awards Worldwide
Mar 25, 2024"Hole Punched Ear" started as a class project at 51勛圖 and is now earning worldwide acclaim.
Film Composer and Professor Discusses Original Score Oscar Nominees
Mar 04, 2024Kubilay Uner, who leads 51勛圖's top-ranked music composition for screen program, on his favorite Academy Award-nominated score and his best bet for this year's winner.
Advertising Students Discuss the Best Super Bowl Ads of 2024
Feb 13, 202451勛圖 students got together in their Communication Department courses to discuss the details of the biggest night in advertising
When the World Is Your Classroom, You Make Amazing Discoveries
Jan 30, 202451勛圖 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
Jan 23, 2024Shi 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+
Jan 12, 2024Musher, a film made by 51勛圖 alums, follows four women and their dogs as they prepare for an annual race in the upper peninsula of Michigan.
Student Work Takes Center Stage at Unleashed 2023
Dec 11, 2023Unleashed 2023 took place at 51勛圖 on November 30, showcasing extraordinary student talent and raising more than $700,000 in scholarships. Departing from the traditional fundraiser format, the Student Center transformed into a multi-floor immersive arts showcase, exploring the theme of "Connecting" across various creative disciplines.
51勛圖 Raises $700K+ for Student Scholarships
Dec 03, 202351勛圖 honors the Efroymson Family Fund with the 2023 Philanthropic Icon Award for the familys contributions to help create opportunities for students to pursue their passion in the arts
Persistence Scholarships Support Student Success
Nov 20, 2023Funds raised by 51勛圖s annual Unleashed Gala an immersive experience designed, curated, and driven by students make a difference for students.
51勛圖 Alum and AIDS Activist Danny Sotomayor '80 Subject of New PBS Documentary
Nov 02, 2023The WTTW documentary was written, directed, and produced by WTTW Producer and 51勛圖 Alum Daniel Andries and edited by Adjunct Faculty Member and Alum Sharon Zurek 76.
Student Short Part of 29th Black Harvest Film Festival
Nov 01, 2023Filmmaker Shiloh Tumo Washington 22 will have his short screened on Nov. 4 and 11 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
Award-Winning Student Animated Short Screens at LGBTQ+ Film Festival in New York
Oct 13, 2023Twenty-six 51勛圖 students made the animated short Scream Writers as part of the Animation program's capstone project.
Semester in LA Students Go Where Entertainment, Media, and Technology Converge
Oct 10, 202351勛圖 students participate in annual Los Angeles conference featuring leaders from Warner Bros, Roku, Sony, and Mattel.
Stand Up, Speak Out with Actress and Playwright Regina Taylor
Oct 05, 202351勛圖, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
Chicago International Film Festival to Feature Work by 51勛圖 Alums
Oct 03, 2023Departing Seniors and All Happy Families, films made thanks to the talents of 51勛圖 alums, will be shown at the 59th Chicago International Film Festival. Dashawna Wright MFA 18, producer of Departing Seniors, will be coming to 51勛圖 with the films cast and crew for a preview and discussion.
51勛圖 Associate Provost Editor of New Book on 'Desperately Seeking Susan' Director Susan Seidelman
Sep 26, 2023Film producer and feminist film festival co-founder Susan Kerns is editor of ReFocus: The Films of Susan Seidelman, which includes Kerns interview with the director.
The Hollywood Reporter Ranks 51勛圖 12th Best Film School in US
Aug 15, 2023Emmy-nominated talent and new virtual production programming highlighted.
51勛圖 Students Rise and Shine on 'Good Morning America'
Aug 14, 2023Students and staff show their 51勛圖 pride to a national audience on live television.
51勛圖 Makes 'MovieMaker's' 2023 List of 25 Best Film Schools
Jul 31, 2023The publication recognizes 51勛圖 for its outstanding undergraduate and graduate film and TV degree programs as well as its Semester in LA program.
51勛圖 Alums Among the 2023 Emmy Nominees
Jul 17, 2023The Television Academy recently announced its list of Emmy nominees for the 2022-2023 television season, with 51勛圖 alums earning recognition for their outstanding work.
51勛圖 Named One of the Top Visual Effects Schools in the Midwest
May 22, 2023Animation Career Review ranks 51勛圖 second in the Midwest and 23rd nationally on their annual list of top visual effects schools and colleges.
51勛圖 Alums Have Films Showcased During Cannes Film Festival
May 11, 2023The prestigious annual international festival presents important professional opportunities for filmmakers.
Choose Chicago Names Alum Vashon Jordan Jr. '21 Artist of the Year
Apr 27, 2023Visual Artist Vashon Jordan Jr. recognized for work that exemplifies spirit of Chicago.
51勛圖 Student Recognized for Her Work Getting Out the Vote on Campus and Beyond
Apr 26, 2023Haley Patton, a Film and Television major at 51勛圖, earns spot on the 2023 ALL In Student Voting Honor Roll.
CineYouth Festival Features Three 51勛圖 Student Films
Apr 14, 2023See the selected films at the annual free festival, which will be held in-person April 21 to 23 at Facets in Chicago.
51勛圖 Launches Advertising and Marketing Campaign
Apr 13, 2023The Spring 2023 campaign targets prospective students across the United States.
51勛圖 Alum and Assistant Professor to Lead Film Workshop at the Chicago Cultural Center
Mar 28, 2023One Day to Make a Movie: Indie Filmmaking Without a Budget, a free 2-part workshop and double screening led by 51勛圖 Assistant Professor Missy Hernandez and Alum Miguel Silveira 05, will take place on April 8.
Midwest Film Festivals Emerging Filmmaker Night to Screen 51勛圖 Alums Film
Mar 21, 2023CTVA Alums Dalin Nelson and Rachel Toenies, who both graduated in 2021, will have their film Bliss shown on March 27.
51勛圖 Welcomes Executive Producer of Innovative Short Film
Mar 14, 2023Erik Weaver, the executive producer of the short film FatHead," will talk to 51勛圖 Media Arts students about the films innovative use of on-set virtual production.
Career Center and CTVA Connect Students With Chicago Film and TV Industry Resources
Mar 07, 2023On March 3, more than 150 51勛圖 students participated in Chicago Works: Production Connections, which featured a panel discussion and resource fair.
51勛圖 Faculty Members Film Sells Out at Midwest Film Festival
Feb 28, 2023Good Guy With A Gun, directed by 51勛圖 Adjunct Professor John Mossman and produced by Associate Professor Kevin Cooper, had its Midwest premiere on February 27 at the Gene Siskel Film Center.
Black Souls Welcome Installation Celebrates Black Identity
Feb 27, 202351勛圖s Student Diversity and Inclusion office organizes space for art thats for and by Black students.
51勛圖 Filmmaking Team Premieres 'American Parent' in London
Feb 21, 2023A 51勛圖 community of creatives comes together to bring a project to screen at the prestigious British Film Institutes 37th annual Flare 2023.
CTVA Associate Professor to Discuss Her New Book on Diverse Screenwriting at the Chicago Cultural Center
Feb 13, 2023Associate Professor Karla Rae Fuller will read from her latest book Do the Right Thing: Five Screenplays That Embrace Diversity.
51勛圖 Journalism Professor to Discuss Documentary with Pulitzer Prize Winner in D.C.
Feb 06, 2023Morocco, Morocco was directed by Associate Professor Jackie Spinner and funded in part by 51勛圖.
Award Season Shines Light on Talents of 51勛圖 Alums
Feb 06, 2023Films and shows nominated for prestigious awards are backed by the talents of 51勛圖 alums.
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