News from September 2025
Harrison Street bike lane and sidewalk to close temporarily for construction
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 9, 2025
Bicycle and pedestrian access near the west end of Harrison Field will be impacted by construction activities starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, September 5, and continuing until 6 a.m. on Saturday, September 6.
Chicago records lowest summer homicide total since mid-1960s
By E. E. Morton | Sep 9, 2025
Chicago recorded its safest summer in decades, with the lowest number of homicides for June, July, and August since 1965, according to data from the Chicago Police Department (CPD) as reported by WBEZ.
Mowery & Schoenfeld highlights decade of charitable work supporting children
By K. U. Butler | Sep 9, 2025
Since 2015, Mowery & Schoenfeld, a Lincolnshire-based accounting and consulting firm, has increased its focus on community service through its M&S Cares initiative.
IIT architecture open house centerpiece named AIA Chicago design award finalist
By Southland Marquee | Sep 9, 2025
The centerpiece installation from last spring’s College of Architecture Open House at Illinois Institute of Technology has been recognized as a finalist in the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Chicago’s 2025 Design Excellence Awards.
Stephanie Field Harris joins UChicago Board of Trustees for five-year term
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 10, 2025
Stephanie Field Harris has joined the University of Chicago Board of Trustees for a five-year term that began in May 2025.
Northwestern study finds colorblind policies may disadvantage minorities through social networks
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 10, 2025
New research from Northwestern University examines the effects of social network discrimination on minority groups in the workplace, especially in light of recent shifts away from race-conscious affirmative action.
Study finds robotic companions reduce children's anxiety during classroom reading
By R. L. Prince | Sep 10, 2025
A recent study led by Lauren Wright, a Ph.D. student at the University of Chicago, has examined how robots might help children who experience anxiety when reading aloud in educational settings.
Northwestern study finds ‘colorblind’ hiring can disadvantage minority groups through social networks
By R. L. Prince | Sep 10, 2025
New research from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law highlights the impact of social network discrimination on minority groups in the workplace, especially in the context of recent legal and policy shifts.
University of Illinois launches new mental health training modules for campus community
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 11, 2025
The University of Illinois has introduced new Mental Health Training Modules for its faculty, staff, and students.
UIC reiterates commitment to inclusive campus environment
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 11, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a campus environment where all individuals are valued and included.
UChicago researchers use new mapping data to identify infrastructure gaps across sub-Saharan Africa
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 11, 2025
Researchers at the University of Chicago have produced a comprehensive dataset mapping over 415 million buildings across 50 countries in sub-Saharan Africa.
UIC seeks student feedback for major website redesign
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 11, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago has announced the start of a redesign project for its main website, uic.edu.
University of Illinois Chicago begins process to redesign main websites
By R. L. Prince | Sep 11, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago has announced plans to redesign its main website, uic.edu, as well as its news and information site, today.uic.edu.
UChicago researchers find evidence suggesting possible evolution in nature of dark energy
By H. C. Rivera | Sep 12, 2025
Dark energy, the force believed to be responsible for the accelerating expansion of the universe, is under renewed scrutiny following recent research by University of Chicago astrophysicists.
Harvey M. Golomb remembered for leadership at University of Chicago Medicine
By R. L. Prince | Sep 12, 2025
Harvey M. Golomb, a long-serving faculty member and former chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago, died on August 20, 2025, at the age of 82.
Lincoln Park Zoo raises $600K at luncheon featuring Dr. Jane Goodall
By T. S. Murray | Sep 12, 2025
Lincoln Park Zoo hosted Dr. Jane Goodall at the Women Supporting Wildlife Luncheon on September 11, an event organized by the zoo’s Women’s Board.
Chicago Blackhawks launch centennial sweepstakes with chance for free season tickets
By T. D. Martz | Sep 12, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have announced the launch of their “Centennial Sweepstakes,” set to begin on Tuesday, September 16.
UIC prepares for annual SPARK music festival with safety guidelines
By T. D. Mcguire | Sep 12, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago is preparing for its annual back-to-school music festival, SPARK, which will take place tomorrow night.
Northwestern researchers help confirm Hawking's theorem using advanced gravitational-wave detection
By R. L. Prince | Sep 12, 2025
Nearly ten years after the first detection of gravitational waves, an international team of scientists, including astrophysicists from Northwestern University, has provided the clearest evidence yet supporting Stephen Hawking’s black-hole area...
Blackhawks sign goaltender Spencer Knight to three-year contract extension
By M. G. Lima | Sep 13, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have signed goaltender Spencer Knight to a three-year contract extension, which will keep him with the team through the 2029-30 NHL season.