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UIC offers expanded transit options with Spring 2025 U-PASS+ program
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
UIC students have the opportunity to enhance their commuting options this spring by opting into the U-PASS+ program, which includes Metra Rail.
Mayor Johnson supports Illinois' legislative efforts on hemp regulation
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has expressed his support for the Illinois General Assembly's efforts to regulate hemp, delta-8, and synthetic intoxicants.
Northwestern University researchers use waste product for innovative battery technology
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
A team at Northwestern University has made a breakthrough in battery technology by using an organic industrial waste product as a storage agent for sustainable energy solutions.
UIC Campus Recreation changes name to emphasize wellbeing focus
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
UIC Campus Recreation has announced a name change to Recreation and Wellbeing.
David M. Rubenstein receives Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Biden
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 6, 2025
David M. Rubenstein, a notable figure in business, public affairs, higher education, and the arts, has been awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Kirabo Jackson to discuss White House experience at Northwestern University
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 6, 2025
As the Biden Administration concludes, Northwestern University economist Kirabo Jackson, a former member of President Biden’s Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), is set to discuss his experiences and insights from his time at the White House.
Northwestern hosts events commemorating MLK's legacy focusing on housing segregation
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 6, 2025
Northwestern University will commemorate Martin Luther King Jr.
Marty Cooper receives national medal for pioneering cell phone invention
By Southland Marquee | Jan 3, 2025
Marty Cooper, a prominent figure in mobile communications and an Illinois Institute of Technology alumnus, has been awarded the National Medal of Technology and Innovation.
UIC offers free professional development webinars for staff in January
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 3, 2025
UIC Human Resources is offering a series of webinars and virtual workshops throughout January, aimed at professional development for UIC employees.
University of Chicago researchers develop modular quantum chip
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 3, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have developed a new design for a superconducting quantum processor.
Surgeon General calls for cancer warnings on alcohol products
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 3, 2025
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has called for cancer warning labels to be added to alcoholic beverages, highlighting the increased risk of developing at least seven types of cancer associated with alcohol consumption.
Expert discusses ongoing conflict in Ukraine amid geopolitical shifts
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 2, 2025
When Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a "special military operation" on February 24, 2022, University of Chicago Professor Konstantin Sonin described the full-scale invasion of Ukraine as "the end of Russia as we know it."
Blackhawks recall Colton Dach from AHL affiliate Rockford IceHogs
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 2, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the recall of forward Colton Dach from the Rockford IceHogs, their affiliate in the American Hockey League.
Sir Fraser Stoddart passes away at 82; remembered for groundbreaking work
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 2, 2025
Nobel laureate Sir Fraser Stoddart, a distinguished figure in nanoscience and organic chemistry, passed away on December 30 at the age of 82.
Blackhawks activate Craig Smith ahead of Winter Classic against Blues
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 31, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the activation of forward Craig Smith from injured reserve.
Blackhawks recall Wyatt Kaiser; assign Kevin Korchinski to IceHogs
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 29, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the recall of defenseman Wyatt Kaiser from the Rockford IceHogs in the American Hockey League.
Chicago forms transfemicide working group under executive order
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 24, 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson has signed Executive Order 2024-2 to create a Transfemicide Working Group aimed at addressing violence against transgender women in Chicago.
University of Chicago creates interactive role-playing game for student orientation
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 23, 2024
Somewhere in the Pacific Ocean, a fictional university composed of five islands offers a unique educational experience.
Chicago Heights man faces charges including kidnapping and hijacking
By A. D. Nghiem | Dec 23, 2024
A man from Chicago Heights has been charged with several felonies following an investigation by the Sheriff's Police, which concluded he kidnapped two people and demanded ransom for one of them.