News published on Southland Marquee in August 2025

Single-game tickets for the Chicago Blackhawks' 2025-26 home games will be available to the public starting Friday, September 5 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster, according to an announcement from the team.

UIC chancellor highlights enrollment gains amid national policy shifts

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is beginning the new academic year amid a period of change and uncertainty in higher education.

Chicagoland Chamber congratulates board member Robert Blackwell on Vatican visit

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has recognized Killerspin and board member Robert Blackwell for a recent visit to Vatican City.

Northwestern University develops digital tool for early infant developmental assessment

A team of developmental scientists and medical social science experts at Northwestern University has led the development of a new version of the NIH Toolbox, now providing a standardized assessment tool for infants as young as 16 days up to 42...

University of Chicago scientists create first biological qubit using engineered protein

Researchers at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering have created a quantum bit, or qubit, from a protein found in living cells.

UIC announces SparkTalks event featuring brief presentations from campus changemakers

By Southland Marquee | Aug 26, 2025

The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) will host SparkTalks, an event featuring 36 presenters who will each deliver three-minute talks.

University of Chicago Law School launches hands-on lab for building legal-tech AI tools

By Southland Marquee | Aug 26, 2025

This fall, the University of Chicago Law School will introduce a new course called the AI Lab.

Northwestern-led field study finds bumble bee diets differ by tongue length

By Southland Marquee | Aug 26, 2025

A recent study led by researchers from Northwestern University and the Chicago Botanic Garden has found that wild bumble bees are selective in their pollen collection, seeking out specific macronutrient balances rather than gathering pollen at...

Summer program connects undergraduates with social science faculty for hands-on research

A summer program at the University of Chicago is providing undergraduate students with opportunities to work directly alongside social science researchers.

Chicago Loop Alliance expands fall programming with focus on arts events

Chicago Loop Alliance has announced a shift in its programming focus with the launch of the "Falling for the Loop" campaign, which aims to highlight arts and culture throughout downtown Chicago.

UIC offers free professional headshots for faculty and staff this September

Strategic Marketing and Communications at the University of Illinois Chicago will provide free professional headshots for faculty and staff on two days in September.

UIC partners with Kaplan to offer free test prep and career courses

Since spring 2025, the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has collaborated with Kaplan to provide students free access to test preparation and career readiness resources through the “Prepare for Illinois’ Future Powered by Kaplan’s All Access...

UChicago scientists reveal how cells make complex decisions using internal chemical networks

Researchers at the University of Chicago have uncovered new insights into how cells process information and make decisions without a central nervous system.

University of Chicago professor examines Taylor Swift's impact on digital culture

Paula Clare Harper, an assistant professor of music at the University of Chicago and a 2010 graduate of the institution, focuses her research on music, sound, and internet culture.

Blackhawks announce national TV schedule for upcoming NHL season

The Chicago Blackhawks have released their national television broadcast schedule for the 2025-26 National Hockey League season.

City Colleges launch Welcome Week events for Fall 2025 semester

By Southland Marquee | Aug 28, 2025

Welcome Week activities are underway at City Colleges of Chicago, marking the start of the Fall 2025 semester.

Liz Cheney to speak at Northwestern Law on defending democracy

Former U.S. Representative Liz Cheney will speak at the Northwestern Pritzker School of Law as part of the Knox Conversations speaker series.

Mayor Johnson rejects possible federal deployment of National Guard troops

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has responded to President Trump's recent comments about possibly sending the National Guard to Chicago.

University of Chicago joins launch of two new science institutes focusing on math biology and AI

A ceremony on August 27 marked the opening of two new science research institutes in Chicago, both involving the University of Chicago as a partner.

UIC offers free professional development webinars for employees throughout September