A Collector, a Cartoonist, and a Figure on ‘the Timeline’: The Life and Legacy of Adam Elkhadem

About this episode

This episode explores the life and legacy of Adam Elkhadem through conversations with friends and family, focusing on the foundation established in his memory and the completion of his comic book.

The Adam J. Elkhadem Foundation was founded in memory of Adam Elkhadem, CC ’18. Reporters Melina Nath and Ian Romero spoke to friends and family about Elkhadem’s life, the foundation, and the collective effort to finish his sophomore comic book, “Gluck,” in his honor. ​​Credits • Edited by Eesha Ramanathan, Taylor Graham, and Namya Maghnani • Engineered by Melina Nath • Original Music by Melina Nath • Illustration by Zoe Villalobos Follow us on Instagram @ColumbiaSpec and check out our other episodes!

People in this episode

Hosts: Melina Nath, Ian Romero

Topics covered

• life legacy
• comic book
• memorial
• interview
• foundation
• art

Keywords

• Adam Elkhadem
• comic book
• foundation
• legacy
• memorial
• interview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Adam J. Elkhadem Foundation

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