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One of my passions is being able to help others recognize that everyone's story has importance. Taking a reader on a journey into the past, present, and future allows one to get the full scope of how it all came together. You'll find my blog below will share stories, tips about moving forward in your career, and industry insights, all the while inspiring others in their creative sectors by telling a story.
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Creating Impact Through Collaboration: Anesa Nevzadi’s Journey with Sessions @33
At Columbia College Chicago, creativity thrives through collaboration—and nowhere is that more evident than in Sessions @33. This...
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Apr 213 min read
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Nicholas Svoboda Hits the Right Notes as His Career Soars
Audio Arts and Acoustics major Nicholas Svoboda knew Columbia College Chicago was going to give him the opportunity to further develop...
tomallenjoyce
Mar 262 min read
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Charting Success: Qara Barner's Journey to Her First Internship
Starting your first internship can be an exciting yet daunting experience for many students. At Columbia College Chicago, students can...
tomallenjoyce
Dec 10, 20242 min read
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Alex Leon: A Journey from Musical Roots to a Promising Audio Arts Career
From an early age, Alex Leon was immersed in music. Starting piano lessons at just four years old, followed by guitar at five and drums...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 22, 20242 min read
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From Classroom to Career: Hailey Carmean’s Journey Through Internships and Volunteering
Senior Music Business major at Columbia College Chicago, Hailey Carmean, is making her mark in the industry by leveraging a well-rounded...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 14, 20241 min read
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Opportunity Knocks, and Cassie Pihera Answers
Columbia College Chicago junior Marketing major Cassie Pihera was drawn to Columbia for its “location, diversity, and opportunities...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 1, 20242 min read
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Ellie Loftus: Shaping the Future of Marketing @ Sessions @33
Marketing major Ellie Loftus entered her junior year at Columbia College Chicago with a plethora of skills attained from classes,...
tomallenjoyce
Oct 25, 20242 min read
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Arts Management Major Sydney Munson Creates a Career to Follow
Originally from Lowell, MI, a small town just east of Grand Rapids and a graduate of Lowell High School, senior Arts Management major...
tomallenjoyce
Oct 14, 20242 min read
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Sam Santana Proves That the Early Bird Gets the Worm, and the Apple
When students enter the Career Center at Columbia College Chicago, more than likely they will receive a friendly smile and a warm...
tomallenjoyce
Oct 3, 20244 min read
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Annaliese Malamis Named Fashion Stylist Coordinator for Sessions @33
Sessions @33 is now in its 7th season and continues to add meaningful opportunities to students in several areas. In addition to working...
tomallenjoyce
Sep 24, 20243 min read
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Juggling Success: How One Student Manages Three Internships This Semester
Hunter Meisel is a senior Music Business major at Columbia College Chicago with an emphasis on talent management. For the last two...
tomallenjoyce
Sep 17, 20243 min read
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Chance Meeting at Convocation Sparks Ayu Eini & Cam Mather's New Organization
Columbia College Chicago’s annual “New Student Convocation” offers an opportunity for freshmen and new transfer students to meet others,...
tomallenjoyce
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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Five Bands That Will Keep Chicago's Music Scene Alive
Chicago has long been known as a beacon for showcasing up-and-coming music artists and bands. From legendary blues artists to alternative...
tomallenjoyce
Jul 25, 20242 min read
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Audio Majors Ian Jake Robleza and Linh Pham Are a Songwriting Team to be Reckoned With
Columbia College Chicago has long been known as one of Chicago’s shining examples of a beacon for collaboration between up-n-coming...
tomallenjoyce
Apr 26, 20243 min read
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Marketing Major I’Ja Wright Drives on the Fast Track to Success
Transferring to Columbia College Chicago, junior Marketing major I’Ja Wright arrived with not just a passion for the arts, but a desire...
tomallenjoyce
Mar 7, 20243 min read
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Career Center Peer Advisors Take the Guess Work Out of Resumes & Cover Letters
Music major Juliana Canuto and Filmmaking and Graphic Design double major Maika Shibata are two of the friendly faces students will see...
tomallenjoyce
Dec 7, 20233 min read
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Journalism Major Lauren Holt’s Passion for Media Leads to a Career Path
Growing up in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Journalism major Lauren Holt first became interested in media through her avid listening...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 28, 20233 min read
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Rotundos Is Ready to Be Your New Favorite Band
With close to 40+ gigs under their belt, Chicago band Rotundos has emerged as a formidable presence in the Chicago DIY Scene. In fact,...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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No Shelter Headlines “November Rocks” @Bassline Chicago
No Shelter comes to Bassline Chicago armed with an array of songs, boundless energy, and a desire to bring their metal/punk roots to...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 14, 20233 min read
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Brought Together by Chance, Disco Lemonade Exceeds Expectations
Columbia College Chicago has long been a breeding ground for musical talent, boasting names like Jeremih and Friday Pilots Club among its...
tomallenjoyce
Nov 13, 20232 min read
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