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Report highlights record low staffing levels at US labor department
By Southland Marquee | May 29, 2025
Millions of workers in the United States are experiencing wage theft, with a new report indicating that the issue may worsen due to insufficient staffing at the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD).
Spring 2025 Chicago-Kent Magazine focuses on alumni in criminal law
By Southland Marquee | May 29, 2025
The spring 2025 edition of Chicago-Kent Magazine is now available, focusing on alumni engaged in criminal law.
Leinweber Foundation gifts $18.4M to establish physics institute at UChicago
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
A significant financial contribution from the Leinweber Foundation will facilitate the establishment of a new institute for theoretical physics at the University of Chicago.
Zachary Clopton named interim dean at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
Northwestern University has announced the appointment of Professor Zachary D. Clopton as the interim dean of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law.
UIC reiterates commitment to drug-free campus environment
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
The University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a drug-free environment for students and employees.
University of Chicago awards Sophie Tedesco prestigious Sonnenschein Medal
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
Sophie Tedesco, a fourth-year student at the University of Chicago, has been honored with the institution's highest undergraduate award, the Hugo F. Sonnenschein Medal of Excellence.
Bienen School announces diverse lineup for its upcoming concert season
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
The Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music has announced its 2025-26 concert season, featuring a variety of international talent making their Northwestern University debuts.
Graphene oxide offers eco-friendly alternative for food packaging
By Southland Marquee | May 28, 2025
Northwestern University researchers have unveiled a new material that may replace harmful plastics and toxic substances in food packaging.
UChicago students study South Side beach as geoscience lab
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
In a unique approach to teaching geoscience, University of Chicago professors Susan Kidwell and Michael LaBarbera have transformed the 63rd Street Beach into an educational laboratory.
Northwestern professors ready to comment on upcoming Supreme Court rulings
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
Professors from Northwestern Pritzker School of Law and Feinberg School of Medicine are available to provide insights on upcoming Supreme Court rulings.
Leif Ove Andsnes awarded prestigious Jean Gimbel Lane Prize by Northwestern University
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
EVANSTON, Ill. — The Henry and Leigh Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University has announced that Leif Ove Andsnes will receive the 2025 Jean Gimbel Lane Prize in Piano Performance.
James Webb telescope aids resolution of universe's expansion rate conflict
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
For the past ten years, scientists have been addressing what appeared to be a significant inconsistency in understanding the universe's expansion.
Illinois Tech students tackle social issues with data-driven solutions
By Southland Marquee | May 27, 2025
The Socially Responsible Modeling, Computation, and Design (SoReMo) fellows at Illinois Tech engaged in interdisciplinary research projects during the spring 2025 semester to address significant social issues.
Study links tooth sensitivity evolution to ancient fish
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
The University of Chicago has released new research shedding light on the evolutionary origins of sensitive teeth.
Billy Joel cancels concerts due to normal pressure hydrocephalus diagnosis
By Southland Marquee | May 23, 2025
Billy Joel has announced the cancellation of his upcoming concerts due to a diagnosis of normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH).
Deadline nears for UIC merit award nominations
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
The deadline for nominations for the 2025 Merit Award Season is approaching, with submissions due by June 2.
Illinois Tech celebrates its 156th commencement in Chicago
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
Illinois Tech held its 156th Commencement at Credit Union 1 Arena in Chicago on Saturday, May 17, 2025.
University announces recipients for 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
The University of Illinois has announced the recipients of the 2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative awards.
New doubts arise over potential signs of life on distant planet
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
In April, a significant scientific announcement captured global attention when researchers claimed to have detected a molecule in the atmosphere of a distant planet that could indicate the presence of life.
Chicago-Kent recognizes contributions in public interest law at annual awards ceremony
By Southland Marquee | May 22, 2025
On April 22, 2025, the Conviser Law Center hosted the Chicago-Kent Public Interest Awards.