A shift. A change initiated by individuals and society at large, moving us from one destination to another. The Echo magazine staff believes these shifts, both positive and negative, encapsulate the human spirit and our steadfast journey to better ourselves and the world around us.

Built by students from Columbia College Chicago’s Journalism and Graphic Design programs, this magazine strives to reflect on the past, give an honest look at the present and take a peek at the future. The 2021 issue of Echo magazine explores how shifts have affected us personally (Self), our environment (Surroundings) and those around us (Society).