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University of Illinois Chicago reinforces smoke-free campus policy
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) continues its dedication to maintaining a smoke-free campus. This commitment aligns with key State of Illinois legislation, including the Smoke-Free Illinois Act, the Smoke-Free Campus Act, and the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act. These laws aim to create environments free from secondhand smoke risks.
Northwestern researchers witness nanoscale formation of water bubbles using palladium
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
For the first time, researchers have observed hydrogen and oxygen atoms merge to form nano-sized water bubbles in real-time at the molecular scale. This discovery was part of a Northwestern University study aiming to understand how palladium catalyzes this reaction. By examining the process at such a small scale, the team discovered ways to speed up water generation.
Experts discuss future of nuclear power amid rising tech-driven energy demands
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 30, 2024
Illinois and the Chicagoland region are at a crucial point for energy policy. As society pushes to combat climate change and decarbonize the economy, leading to planned closures of fossil fuel plants, energy needs are increasing.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing teen from downstate
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago man is facing multiple felony charges after a Sheriff’s Police investigation revealed he sex trafficked a 16-year-old who had been reported missing from downstate Illinois.
Blackhawks trim training camp roster to 41 players
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 28, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have made several roster adjustments as they prepare for the upcoming season. The team announced that defensemen DJ King and Austin Strand have been released from their professional tryout contracts (PTO) and assigned to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League (AHL). Additionally, goaltender Ben Gaudreau has been released from his amateur tryout contract (ATO) and also assigned to Rockford.
University of Chicago welcomes new students with convocation events
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 23, 2024
The University of Chicago community is set to welcome new graduate and undergraduate students to campus this week through various activities designed to introduce them to their peers and their new intellectual environment in Hyde Park.
Mathew Knowles announced as speaker for Chicago's Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow Summit
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 23, 2024
Mathew Knowles, a renowned music executive and entrepreneur, will be one of the key speakers at the upcoming Building Wealth Today for Tomorrow (BWTT) Financial Empowerment Summit in Chicago. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the UIC Forum from 10 am to 5 pm.
Scientists grapple with understanding mysterious force driving cosmic expansion
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 20, 2024
Dark energy is a term scientists use to describe the unknown force causing the universe to expand at an accelerating rate. Though its exact nature remains elusive, it is believed to constitute about 70% of the universe's total energy and matter.
Northwestern University partners with City Colleges on early admissions agreement
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 19, 2024
CHICAGO—(September 19, 2024)—Northwestern University School of Professional Studies (SPS) and City Colleges of Chicago (CCC) have announced a partnership to facilitate early admissions for transfer students from CCC to Northwestern.
ZooLights celebrates three decades at Lincoln Park Zoo
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 19, 2024
CHICAGO (September 19, 2024) – Lincoln Park Zoo will celebrate three decades of holiday festivities as ZooLights returns for its 30th year this November. This annual event will feature more than 3 million lights across the zoo grounds and various festive attractions.
UIC opens public comment period for Climate Commitment Action Plan 2024
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 18, 2024
The draft Climate Commitment Action Plan 2024 has been released for a three-week public comment period. The university community is encouraged to review the plan and provide feedback.
Founder of Green Star: Partnership with Amazon ‘helps build stronger communities and empower individuals through artistic expression’
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 17, 2024
Kamelia Hristeva, Founder and CEO of the Green Star Movement, said Amazon’s $50,000 donation will support their Youth Panel program, allowing teens to lead a citywide mural initiative to empower Chicago neighborhoods through public art.
UIC prepares for annual SPARK music festival with safety reminders
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 13, 2024
Tomorrow night marks the highly anticipated UIC community event, SPARK, hosted by the UIC Center for Student Involvement. SPARK is an annual back-to-school music festival for the UIC community. Details and RSVP options are available on the SPARK webpage.
Study finds targeted programs needed for U.S. South Asians' heart health
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 11, 2024
U.S. South Asians — a predominantly immigrant population with heritage from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and/or Sri Lanka — have a higher risk for developing and dying from heart problems than East Asians or non-Hispanic white people. Pinpointing underlying causes has proved elusive, prompting Northwestern Medicine scientists to launch the largest cardiovascular-intervention trial for U.S. South Asians.
Amazon's Career Choice program helps employee with 'mind-blowing' tuition benefits
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 6, 2024
Sunday Adesuyi, a process assistant in Chicago for Amazon, said he utilized the Career Choice Program to better learn English and work on his communication skills in the workplace. Adesuyi provided his comments to the Southland Marquee on September 3.