Stories by Southland Marquee on Southland Marquee

Southland Marquee News


Illinois Tech launches zero-tuition scholarships for high-performing local students

Illinois Institute of Technology has introduced a new scholarship initiative aimed at providing zero-tuition education for top-performing students from Illinois.


Illinois Tech public safety officers discuss measures ensuring student safety

Watch Commanders Corey Banks and Stanley Brown of Illinois Tech emphasize the importance of safety for students and staff on campus.


Illinois Tech professor Ron Henderson appointed visiting professor at Tsinghua University

Ron Henderson, a professor at the College of Architecture at Illinois Tech, has been nominated for a prestigious role as a distinguished visiting professor at Tsinghua University College of Architecture in Beijing.


Illinois Tech offers new course exploring historic landmarks on campus

Illinois Tech is set to offer a course in the spring 2025 semester that focuses on commemorating historical landmarks on its campus.


Marty Cooper receives national medal for pioneering cell phone invention

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.


Blackhawks activate Seth Jones ahead of game against Calgary Flames

The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the activation of defenseman Seth Jones from injured reserve.


Quantum teleportation demonstrated over active internet cables by Northwestern engineers

Northwestern University engineers have achieved a significant breakthrough by demonstrating quantum teleportation over fiber optic cables that are already carrying Internet traffic.


Blackhawks assign Kaiser to Rockford, place Smith on injured reserve

The Chicago Blackhawks have made roster changes, assigning defenseman Wyatt Kaiser to the Rockford IceHogs in the American Hockey League.


University of Chicago reflects on achievements and milestones reached during 2024

The University of Chicago experienced a significant year in 2024, marked by achievements across various domains.


Chicago water main repair may lead to boil order for three neighborhoods

The Chicago Department of Water Management has announced that it will begin repairs on a water main serving the Beverly, Morgan Park, and Auburn Gresham neighborhoods this Saturday morning.


Jason J. Czarnezki appointed as new dean of Chicago-Kent College of Law

Jason J. Czarnezki has been named the new dean of Chicago-Kent College of Law at Illinois Tech, starting June 1, 2025.


Chicago Blackhawks activate Petr Mrazek from injured reserve

The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the activation of goaltender Petr Mrazek from injured reserve.


Paul Alivisatos receives Enrico Fermi Presidential Award alongside two other scientists

The White House has announced that University of Chicago President Paul Alivisatos is one of the recipients of this year's Enrico Fermi Presidential Award.


Tips for managing holiday grief from Northwestern faculty

The holiday season can often magnify feelings of grief for those dealing with loss.


UChicago Center in Delhi marks decade-long partnership with new climate institute

The University of Chicago marked the 10th anniversary of its Center in Delhi, celebrating a decade of collaboration and research across various fields, including liberal arts, medicine, and artificial intelligence.


Illinois Tech receives $4M NSF grant for innovative scientific data management project

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded $4 million to researchers at the Illinois Institute of Technology to address challenges in managing data complexity and scale in scientific research.


Chicago-Kent Magazine releases fall 2024 issue focused on intellectual property

Chicago-Kent College of Law has announced the release of the fall 2024 issue of Chicago-Kent Magazine, which serves as the primary news source for its alumni.


Northwestern experts ready to discuss Trump's transition and policies

Northwestern University has announced that its experts are available to provide insights on various political issues as the nation prepares for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.


Young exoplanet challenges existing models of planetary formation

Researchers at Northwestern University have discovered that the composition of gases in a young exoplanet's atmosphere does not match the gases in its natal disk, challenging conventional theories of planet formation.


Jason J. Czarnezki named new dean at Chicago-Kent College of Law

Jason J. Czarnezki has been appointed as the new dean of Chicago-Kent College of Law at Illinois Institute of Technology, starting June 1, 2025.