News from September 2024
Chicago transitions CARE program entirely under public health
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 25, 2024
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the City of Chicago have announced a significant transition for the Crisis Assistance Response and Engagement (CARE) program. The initiative, which provides emergency response to individuals experiencing mental health crises, will now be staffed entirely by public health employees.
Faculty awarded pilot professional development fellowships for 2024-25 academic year
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 25, 2024
The Office of the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, along with the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, has announced the recipients of the Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Professional Development Fellowship Pilot Program for the 2024-25 academic year.
Chicagoland Chamber reveals new survey findings on small business outlook
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 26, 2024
In partnership with the University of Illinois Chicago College of Business Administration, the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce released the findings of the 2024 Chicagoland Small Business Outlook Survey at mHub in the West Loop.
University receives $100 million gift supporting leadership in free expression
By C. D. McHugh | Sep 26, 2024
The University of Chicago has received a $100 million gift from an anonymous donor to support its leadership in free expression and advance the work of the University of Chicago Forum for Free Inquiry and Expression. This donation will help promote understanding, practice, and advancement of free discourse both on campus and globally.
UIC highlights available student support resources as semester intensifies
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 26, 2024
As the fall semester progresses, the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) community is reminded to utilize available resources for support. The campus offers a range of services aimed at enhancing well-being and academic success.
Federico Solmi's 'The Great Farce' displayed at Northwestern University
By A. D. Bamburg | Sep 26, 2024
Federico Solmi's media work "The Great Farce" is now on display at Northwestern University's Block Museum of Art until December 1. This exhibition marks the first time the museum has presented Solmi’s full installation, which consists of nine video projections covering the largest gallery space.
Navy Pier announces month-long Halloween festivities for all ages
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 26, 2024
Navy Pier in Chicago is set to celebrate Halloween throughout October with a variety of events for all ages. Activities include haunted river cruises, giant spiders, and costume parties.
Northwestern expert comments on recent surge in executions
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 26, 2024
Since Friday, five men on death row have been, or are scheduled to be, executed within a one-week span. The most high-profile case is that of Marcellus "Khaliifah" Williams, who was executed in Missouri Tuesday night after a last-ditch effort to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court failed.
Northwestern University offers improv workshop series for youth who stutter
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 27, 2024
Northwestern University’s Center for Audiology, Speech, Language and Learning (NUCASLL) in the School of Communication is launching a series of free public workshops using improvisation to help young people who stutter. The series, titled “Break the Blocks,” was successfully piloted last year and is expanding this fall.
University professor encourages students to embrace failure through playful learning
By C. D. McHugh | Sep 27, 2024
In his Aims of Education address to new University of Chicago undergraduate students, Prof. Patrick Jagoda posed a question that he often asks in his courses.
Community production center wins fifth MCHAP.emerge award
By Southland Marquee | Sep 27, 2024
The Mies Crown Hall Americas Prize (MCHAP) has announced the Community Production Center Las Tejedoras, designed by Natura Futura architect José Fernando Gómez and architect Juan Carlos Bamba, as the winner of the fifth MCHAP.emerge award. The center, located in Chongón, Ecuador, serves local women artisans by providing a space to learn, create, and showcase their handmade textiles.
Survey shows mixed outlook among Chicago's small business owners
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 27, 2024
Chicago’s small businesses are optimistic about their own future but have less confidence in the city's economy. This sentiment was revealed in the 2024 Chicagoland Small Business Outlook, a survey conducted by the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and the University of Illinois Chicago College of Business Administration.
Taylor Hall to miss practice today due to maintenance
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 27, 2024
Forward Taylor Hall will not participate in practice today due to maintenance.
Amazon employee: ‘Career Choice has changed my life’
By C. D. McHugh | Sep 27, 2024
Sav Phifer, an area manager for Amazon, said the company’s Career Choice program on her campus “changed my life” and provided her with opportunities to better her career early.
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.
Chicago man charged with trafficking missing downstate teen
By A. D. Nghiem | Sep 29, 2024
A Chicago resident, Tervon Moore, is facing serious charges following an investigation by the Sheriff's Police.
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 reduce training camp roster to 35 players
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 29, 2024
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced several roster changes, reducing their training camp squad to 35 players. The team has assigned forwards Colton Dach, Cole Guttman, Ryder Rolston, Samuel Savoie, and Landon Slaggert to the Rockford IceHogs of the American Hockey League (AHL). Additionally, defenseman Ethan Del Mastro has also been sent to Rockford.
City of Chicago revises timeline for FY2025 budget process
By A. D. Bamburg | Sep 30, 2024
The City of Chicago has announced a revised timeline for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Calendar. In accordance with Executive Order 2023-19 and the recent budget forecast, the introduction of the FY2025 Executive Budget Recommendation is now set for October 30, 2024. This change aims to allow for a more comprehensive and inclusive budget process, ensuring informed and transparent fiscal decisions that reflect the needs of Chicago residents.
University of Chicago reopens Main Quadrangles after summer restoration
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 30, 2024
The University of Chicago has reopened the center of the Main Quadrangles after a summer-long restoration project aimed at improving sustainability and accessibility. The project focused on enhancing the scenic corridor at the heart of UChicago’s campus-wide botanic garden.