Student Communications serves as a hub for connecting current students with the information, resources, opportunities, and experiences that shape life at Columbia. Through print, video, photography, digital media, and other communication channels, we help campus departments and student organizations reach and engage the Columbia student community.
How We Work
Student Communications puts students at the center of the work. Our student team helps develop, produce, capture, edit, and distribute content across a variety of platforms—from graphic design and photography to video and digital communications.
Along the way, student workers gain hands-on professional experience, collaborate with campus partners, and build meaningful portfolio work that reflects real-world communications projects.
Check Out Our Work
YouTube: youtube.com/@StudentLoop
Instagram: instagram.com/thestudentloop
Connect with Us
Email: studentloop@colum.edu
Main Contact: Connie Stanley | cstanley@colum.edu
- Graphic Design Request
This form is for members of the Columbia College Chicago community to request graphic design services. You can request marketing materials (e.g. posters, palm cards, digital flyers) for your department or event.
Graphic design requests must be submitted at least 30 days before your event date.
The 30-day timeline allows Student Communications and campus partners enough time to design, review, produce, and distribute your promotional materials effectively.
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1 business day (24 hours): Process and schedule your request
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4–6 business days: Design and development by Student Communications staff and student designers
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2–3 business days: Revisions and updates based on your feedback
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4–5 business days: Printing through DPC
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Up to 15 days: Distribution and promotion across campus, giving students adequate notice and an equal opportunity to participate in your event
Please plan ahead. Requests submitted fewer than 30 days before an event may not allow enough time for the full design, printing, and promotional process.
*Projects requiring additional production—including brochures, booklets, vendor printing, oversized materials, or other specialty items—may require more than 30 days. Please contact Student Communications in advance to discuss your project and determine an appropriate timeline.
Make a Graphic Design Request
- Photo Request
Columbia College Chicago departments and student organizations can request photography services for campus events, programs, and activities.
Please submit your request at least 10 business days before your event. Requests are reviewed based on event needs, scheduling, and photographer availability.
Make a Photo Request
- Video Request
Columbia College Chicago departments and student organizations can request videography services for campus events, interviews, and other video projects.
Please submit your request at least 10 business days in advance. Requests are reviewed based on project needs, scheduling, and videographer availability.
Make a Video Request
- In The Loop Promotion Request
Columbia College Chicago departments and student organizations can request promotion of student-focused events, programs, opportunities, and announcements through In The Loop. Promotion may include email communications to students and placement on our weekly campus elevator posters.
Please submit your request at least 10 business days before your desired promotion date. This allows our team adequate time to review, schedule, and prepare your content for the appropriate communication channels.
Please note that submission of a request does not guarantee placement. Requests are reviewed based on relevance to students, timing, available space, and the Student Communications schedule.
IN THE LOOP PROMOTION REQUEST
