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DHS shares resources on combating human trafficking in higher education
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 14, 2025
In December, the Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Countering Human Trafficking held a webinar focusing on human trafficking on college campuses.
Northwestern's Dr. Jennifer Jao named co-chair of global AIDS clinical trials network
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 13, 2025
Dr. Jennifer Jao, a pediatric infectious disease expert from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, has been appointed as co-chair of the International Maternal Pediatric and...
Illinois Tech professor Ron Henderson appointed visiting professor at Tsinghua University
By Southland Marquee | Jan 13, 2025
Ron Henderson, a professor at the College of Architecture at Illinois Tech, has been nominated for a prestigious role as a distinguished visiting professor at Tsinghua University College of Architecture in Beijing.
Illinois Tech offers new course exploring historic landmarks on campus
By Southland Marquee | Jan 13, 2025
Illinois Tech is set to offer a course in the spring 2025 semester that focuses on commemorating historical landmarks on its campus.
New technology amplifies detection capabilities for environmental and health monitoring
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 13, 2025
Northwestern University researchers have developed a new system to enhance the detection of low-concentration chemicals, expanding its potential applications in environmental and human health monitoring.
University mourns passing of pioneering chemist Stuart A. Rice
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 13, 2025
Stuart Alan Rice, a prominent figure in the field of physical chemistry and a longtime professor at the University of Chicago, passed away on December 22 at the age of 92.
UIC seeks nominations for student service and leadership awards
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 10, 2025
Nominations are open for the 53rd Annual Chancellor’s Student Service and Leadership Awards.
Amazon Gives Chicago announces participation in Wreaths Across America
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 9, 2025
Amazon Gives Chicago has announced its participation in Wreaths Across America for the third consecutive year, a program dedicated to honoring veterans by laying wreaths at cemeteries throughout the Chicagoland area.
City of Refuge Chicago on Amazon-sponsored holiday giveaway: 'There is power in collaboration'
By A. D. Bamburg | Jan 9, 2025
City of Refuge Chicago has emphasized the importance of collaboration following a partnership with Amazon and other sponsors for a holiday giveaway.
UIC names Shenay Bridges-Carter as new Counseling Center director
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 9, 2025
The University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) has announced the appointment of Shenay Bridges-Carter as the new executive director for the UIC Counseling Center.
Supreme Court hears TikTok's appeal against federal ban
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 9, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on January 10 regarding TikTok's appeal against a federal law mandating its shutdown in the United States.
Amazon, partners provided 350 STEM toys and meals to Chicago families at Dec. event
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 9, 2025
Amazon.com Inc. and its partners organized a holiday event on December 16 at XS Tennis in Chicago, distributing over 350 STEM toys and meals to families.
Changes in census questions impact American self-identification
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 8, 2025
The U.S. Office of Management and Budget has approved modifications to the ethnic and racial self-identification questions used by federal agencies, including the U.S. Census Bureau.
Professors reflect on Jimmy Carter's legacy ahead of state funeral
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 8, 2025
In Evanston, Illinois, professors from various disciplines are reflecting on the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter ahead of his state funeral in Washington D.C. on January 9.
Bird flu expert warns US unprepared after first reported death
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
The first death in the United States attributed to bird flu has been reported in Louisiana, raising concerns about the potential spread of the virus and the country's preparedness to handle such an outbreak. Dr. Robert Murphy, a professor of...
Nominations open for prestigious $250K prize in nanoscience
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
Northwestern University has opened nominations for the 2025 Kabiller Prize in Nanoscience and Nanomedicine, recognized as the largest monetary award in nanomedicine globally.
UIC offers expanded transit options with Spring 2025 U-PASS+ program
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
UIC students have the opportunity to enhance their commuting options this spring by opting into the U-PASS+ program, which includes Metra Rail.
Northwestern University researchers use waste product for innovative battery technology
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
A team at Northwestern University has made a breakthrough in battery technology by using an organic industrial waste product as a storage agent for sustainable energy solutions.
UIC Campus Recreation changes name to emphasize wellbeing focus
By A. D. Nghiem | Jan 7, 2025
UIC Campus Recreation has announced a name change to Recreation and Wellbeing.