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Tourism and investment rise in Chicago's Loop during final quarter of 2024
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
The final quarter of 2024 saw positive trends in tourism and investment for Chicago's Loop area.
Fast radio burst traced to ancient elliptical galaxy challenges existing theories
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
Astronomers have traced a fast radio burst (FRB) to an ancient, elliptical galaxy for the first time.
Pretrial Fairness Act shifts focus from bail to detention decisions
By Southland Marquee | Jan 21, 2025
Clinical Professor of Law Richard S. Kling recently discussed the impact of the Pretrial Fairness Act, also known as the Bail Reform Act, which was enacted by the legislature last year.
Nicole L. Beebe appointed dean at Illinois Institute's College of Computing
By Southland Marquee | Jan 21, 2025
Nicole L. Beebe has been named the new dean of the College of Computing at Illinois Institute of Technology, starting her role on July 1, 2025.
UChicago expert shares insights on rising norovirus cases
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 21, 2025
Norovirus, often referred to as the stomach flu, is a highly contagious virus distinct from influenza.
Illinois Tech partners with Narxoz University for dual IT degree program
By Southland Marquee | Jan 21, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech) and Narxoz University in Almaty, Kazakhstan, have announced a partnership to offer a dual degree program.
UIC outlines protocols for dealing with external law enforcement
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 20, 2025
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Social media shifts as Supreme Court backs TikTok sale or ban
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 17, 2025
The recent Supreme Court decision to support a law requiring TikTok to be sold or banned has prompted significant shifts in the social media landscape.
Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban; Northwestern experts weigh in
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 17, 2025
On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court unanimously upheld a federal law banning TikTok unless its China-based parent company, ByteDance, sells it to a U.S. entity by January 19.
Study links economic inequality with global democratic decline
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 17, 2025
Political commentators and academics have been expressing concerns about threats to democracy in recent years.
Block Museum hosts first major Midwest solo show for artist Jordan Ann Craig
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 17, 2025
The Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University is set to host a significant exhibition titled “it takes a long time to stay here: Paintings by Jordan Ann Craig.” This marks the first major solo showcase in the Midwest for Northern Cheyenne...
Ruby Bridges to speak at UChicago's MLK commemoration event
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 16, 2025
Ruby Bridges, known for her role in the desegregation of public schools, will speak at the University of Chicago's 35th annual Martin Luther King Jr.
New nanoscale material promises advancements in body armor technology
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 16, 2025
In a significant advancement in materials science, researchers at Northwestern University have developed a new type of nanoscale material with potential applications in body armor and other fields requiring lightweight, flexible, and tough materials.
UChicago marks decade since adoption of influential Chicago Principles
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 16, 2025
In 2014, the University of Chicago responded to a trend of schools and universities disinviting speakers due to their unpopular views by creating a faculty committee.
Chicago braces for extreme cold with preventative measures in place
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 16, 2025
Extremely cold weather is forecasted to hit the Chicago area starting Sunday, lasting through the middle of next week.
Illinois Tech introduces zero-tuition scholarships for high-achieving local students
By Southland Marquee | Jan 16, 2025
Illinois Tech has introduced a new scholarship initiative, the Illinois Tech Purpose scholarship, which aims to provide zero-tuition scholarships for high-performing students from Illinois.
Navy Pier launches Global Connections Series with Lunar New Year celebration
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 16, 2025
The 2025 Global Connection Series at Navy Pier will commence with a celebration of the Lunar New Year on February 1.
Study highlights gaps in medical school curricula regarding disability
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 15, 2025
Doctors in the United States have expressed feeling unprepared to care for individuals with disabilities, revealing significant negative biases toward this population.
UChicago student and alum selected as 2025-26 Schwarzman Scholars
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 15, 2025
University of Chicago student Emily Shi and alum Maxime Kpangbai have been named Schwarzman Scholars for the 2025-26 academic year.
Illinois Tech launches zero-tuition scholarships for high-performing local students
By Southland Marquee | Jan 15, 2025
Illinois Institute of Technology has introduced a new scholarship initiative aimed at providing zero-tuition education for top-performing students from Illinois.