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A Message from President John Balester Jenkins

Welcome to The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago. Whether you are looking for a career in fashion, culinary arts, media arts, interior design or visual communications, we offer creative education in one of the world’s premier cities. Our faculty provide instruction based on their experience working in their fields. And the City of Chicago provides a backdrop like no other. With two campuses in downtown Chicago, our college offers the opportunity not only to learn in the classroom, but through the many events and experiences that come with immersing yourself right in the middle of downtown Chicago.

John Balester Jenkins
President, The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago

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FAME 2008 Spotlights Original Student Designs and Media
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Culinary Students to Square Off in Almost Famous Chef Competition
WHAT: The International Culinary School at The Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago is set to host the 6th Annual S. Pellegrino Almost Famous Chef North Central Regional C <more>

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