Stephen Colbert, '86
A celebrated comedian and TV host who studied theater.
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Exceptional training at a university that prizes both artistic and academic achievement.
Broadcast, TV and Film
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Featured Alumni
Northwestern has a renowned legacy in theater, television, film and the arts, producing generations of successful industry professionals. The alumni network includes award-winning actors, writers, directors and producers who have made a lasting impact on entertainment. With top-tier faculty, cutting-edge facilities and a strong emphasis on hands-on experience, Northwestern continues to be a powerhouse for aspiring artists and storytellers.
Sheineille Jones, '00
Co-host of TODAY who studied journalism.
Mike Greenberg, '89
ESPN host and sports analyst who studied journalism.
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Literary Arts
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Featured Faculty
Northwestern’s faculty in journalism and creative writing are leaders in their fields, bringing a wealth of professional experience and scholarly expertise to the classroom. They include award-winning journalists, editors, and media innovators who prepare students for the rapidly evolving media landscape. In creative writing, acclaimed authors, poets, and playwrights mentor students, fostering originality and storytelling excellence. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, research, and industry connections, Northwestern’s faculty help shape the next generation of journalists and writers.
Pulitzer Prize-Winning Poet and Professor of English. She is also director of Creative Writing and of Graduate Studies for the department.
Investigative reporter Debbie Cenziper is associate professor and director of investigative journalism at Medill. She won a Pulitzer Prize for Local Reporting.
A 2022 Guggenheim Fellow, Rebecca teaches graduate fiction writing. She is the author of several books, including The Great Believers, which was a finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award.
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Music
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Watch Northwestern Students Perform
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Theatre and Dance
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Featured Alumni
Northwestern alumni who have made significant contributions to theater, film, television and media with graduates include award-winning actors, directors, writers and producers. Many are industry leaders shaping the future of storytelling and communication. Their success reflects the school’s commitment to excellence in performance, media innovation and research.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, ‘83
An Emmy-winning actress and comedian.
Heather Headley, ‘97
A Tony Award-winning actress and singer.
Billy Eichner, ‘00
An actor, comedian and screenwriter.
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Visual Art and Design
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See Student Art
°µÍøTV some of the work created Master of Fine Arts degree candidates in the Art Theory and Practice. These works were shown in the annual MFA Thesis Exhibitions, "Half & Half" (2024) and "What am I to do with a weak mirror?" (2023), staged at the Block Museum of Art.
"spirit house," Katie Revilla, 1940 and 2023
From the exhibition "What am I to do with a weak mirror?"
Scene from the video, "Notes on the translation of El Solitario (or Preface to the English Edition)," José De Sancristóbal, 1955-2023
From the exhibition "What am I to do with a weak mirror?"
Work by Maximiliano Cervantes, Tarik Dobbs, Morisha Moodley, and Jonathon Rosemond
from the exhibition "Half & Half"
Work by Maximiliano Cervantes, Tarik Dobbs, Morisha Moodley, and Jonathon Rosemond
from the exhibition "Half & Half"
Work by Maximiliano Cervantes, Tarik Dobbs, Morisha Moodley, and Jonathon Rosemond
from the exhibition "Half & Half"
Work by Maximiliano Cervantes, Tarik Dobbs, Morisha Moodley, and Jonathon Rosemond
from the exhibition "Half & Half"
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