Southland Marquee News
Illinois Tech students aim for Hult Prize with crime detection startup
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
The Illinois Tech student team behind VigilAI, a startup focused on real-time crime detection, has been invited to the international Hult Prize competition.
Daley College president discusses workforce expansion at SME Fusion event
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
Richard J. Daley College President Dr. Janine Janosky recently participated as a panelist at the SME Fusion Manufacturing Workforce Event in Detroit.
AACA gala features treasurer Conyears-Ervin and Rev. Jesse Jackson for 31st membership event
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin is set to keynote the African American Contractors Association (AACA) 31st annual membership gala.
Illinois Tech students create cost-effective cyber range for classroom practice
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
A group of Illinois Tech students has developed a cyber range web application aimed at providing their peers a platform to practice cybersecurity skills learned in the classroom.
Exploring philosophy through the lens of Socrates with Agnes Callard
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
Agnes Callard, an associate professor at the University of Chicago, is deeply committed to the practice of philosophy in both her personal and professional life.
Mayor Brandon Johnson launches 2025 construction season with emphasis on infrastructure investments
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
Mayor Brandon Johnson kicked off the 2025 construction season in Chicago, highlighting the Build Better Together initiative.
Chicagoland Chamber CEO warns of economic impact from new global tariffs
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
Jack Lavin, President and CEO of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, spoke on WTTW’s "Chicago Tonight" concerning the impact of newly announced global tariffs on the economy of Illinois and the United States.
Drug for ALS shows potential in treating Alzheimer’s in animal models
By Southland Marquee | Apr 8, 2025
Researchers at Northwestern University have announced new findings suggesting that an experimental drug used for ALS may effectively treat Alzheimer's disease in animal models.
Ewain Gwynne awarded New Horizons in Mathematics Prize for work on conformal probability
By Southland Marquee | Apr 7, 2025
The New Horizons in Mathematics Prize for 2025 has been awarded to Ewain Gwynne from the University of Chicago.
Kyle Stephan joins Northwestern's Block Museum as curator of modern and contemporary art
By Southland Marquee | Apr 7, 2025
Kyle Stephan has been named the Steven and Lisa Munster Tananbaum Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art at The Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University.
Beacon and Illinois Tech receive grant for disinfection research advancement
By Southland Marquee | Apr 7, 2025
Beacon Technology Solutions, in collaboration with Illinois Institute of Technology, has secured a grant to advance research on Far-UVC disinfection technology.
South Shore Chamber hosts first 2025 small business mixer
By Southland Marquee | Apr 7, 2025
On March 27, 2025, the South Shore Chamber of Commerce held its first Small Business Mixer of the year at Sisters in Cinema.
Rising measles cases in the U.S. urge vaccination; experts address common concerns
By Southland Marquee | Apr 4, 2025
Measles, a highly contagious disease, poses significant risks but remains preventable with vaccination efforts.
Northwestern economist criticizes costly Medicaid work requirements
By Southland Marquee | Apr 4, 2025
Northwestern University health economist Lindsay Allen criticizes Medicaid work requirements, stating that their primary aim of fostering employment does not materialize.
Research reveals ongoing backlash against educational equity initiatives
By Southland Marquee | Apr 4, 2025
History shows that significant social progress often triggers backlash, as illustrated by events following the Civil Rights Movement.
Corpse flower's genetic diversity threatened by incomplete recordkeeping, study finds
By Southland Marquee | Apr 3, 2025
A new study conducted by plant biologists from Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden has highlighted a significant threat to the conservation of the endangered corpse flower, Amorphophallus titanum.
Winners of UChicago “Science as Art” 2025 competition revealed
By Southland Marquee | Apr 3, 2025
The University of Chicago has revealed the winners of the "Science as Art" competition for 2025.
Registration for UIC's student organizations open for 2025-26 academic year
By Southland Marquee | Apr 3, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) encourages student involvement through its extensive network of registered student organizations.
Educators urged to submit course materials for summer and fall 2025
By Southland Marquee | Apr 3, 2025
Summer and fall 2025 registrations are ongoing, and educators are encouraged to submit their course material adoptions promptly.
AI fuels potential amid uncertain tech IPO landscape
By Southland Marquee | Apr 3, 2025
Last year was challenging for late-stage startups and venture capital funds.