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Wirtz Center announces a lineup celebrating courage for its 2025-26 season
By Southland Marquee | Jun 24, 2025
The Virginia Wadsworth Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts at Northwestern University's Evanston Campus has announced its 2025-26 season, focusing on themes of resilience and resistance.
Report urges US investment in muon collider for future particle physics
By Southland Marquee | Jun 23, 2025
The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine released a report on June 11, detailing a vision for the future of particle physics.
Two UChicago students receive recognition from Udall Foundation for environmental advocacy
By Southland Marquee | Jun 23, 2025
The University of Chicago has recognized two of its students, Annie Yang and Seri Welsh, for their dedication to environmental advocacy.
Study links fruit and vegetable intake with improved nightly sleep
By Southland Marquee | Jun 20, 2025
From various sleep aids like white noise to weighted blankets, people have long sought ways to improve their sleep.
Daley College partners with Sherwin-Williams for painter skills program
By Southland Marquee | Jun 19, 2025
A group of twelve students has completed a three-day painter skills program at Arturo Velasquez Institute, thanks to a partnership with Sherwin-Williams.
Supreme Court upholds Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for minors
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-affirming care for minors, marking a significant decision with potential implications for transgender rights across the nation.
University of Chicago students uncover treasures in library archives
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
Deep in the archives of the University of Chicago, Zak Sadak, a recent graduate, delved into boxes containing sketches of Chinese Buddhist caves and vintage art history slides.
Bear Necessities chosen as primary beneficiary for Northwestern's Dance Marathon in 2026
By Southland Marquee | Jun 18, 2025
Northwestern University Dance Marathon (NUDM) has named Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation as its primary beneficiary for 2026.
Cancer survivor credits doctor; new study reveals gaps in follow-up care
By Southland Marquee | Jun 17, 2025
Throat cancer survivor Paula Ruska attributes her recovery to Dr. Laila Gharzai, a radiation oncologist who provided her with holistic care.
Researcher develops defenses against federated graph learning backdoor attacks
By Southland Marquee | Jun 17, 2025
An Illinois Tech researcher has been recognized with a Best Paper Award at the Association of Computing Machinery Conference on Computer and Communications Security.
UChicago professors share summer reading and watching recommendations
By Southland Marquee | Jun 17, 2025
The University of Chicago has reached out to the 2025 recipients of the Quantrell and PhD Teaching and Mentoring Awards to gather their recommendations for books and media that have been impactful in various ways.
Study finds high dose radiation may fuel cancer spread
By Southland Marquee | Jun 17, 2025
A recent study conducted by the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that radiation therapy might contribute to the growth of untreated metastatic tumors, even those located far from the treatment site.
Northwestern announces winners of 2025 international Kabiller awards
By Southland Marquee | Jun 17, 2025
Northwestern University's International Institute for Nanotechnology (IIN) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Kabiller awards.
Gargoyles adorn University of Chicago buildings
By Southland Marquee | Jun 16, 2025
The University of Chicago campus is home to a collection of carved stone figures, often unnoticed amidst the hustle and bustle of college life.
City Colleges celebrates Illinois high school diploma earners
By Southland Marquee | Jun 16, 2025
On June 14, hundreds gathered to honor students who earned their Illinois high school diploma through the City Colleges of Chicago's Adult Education program.
New algorithm improves accuracy of fitness trackers for people with obesity
By Southland Marquee | Jun 16, 2025
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a new algorithm designed to improve the accuracy of fitness trackers for individuals with obesity.
Algorithm improves fitness tracker accuracy for people with obesity
By Southland Marquee | Jun 16, 2025
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a new algorithm designed to improve the accuracy of fitness trackers for individuals with obesity.
University receives $2.45M grant for study on religious artifacts
By Southland Marquee | Jun 13, 2025
The University of Chicago has been awarded a $2.45 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of its Religion and Cultural Institutions Initiative.
Steve Carell addresses Northwestern University's 167th commencement at United Center
By Southland Marquee | Jun 12, 2025
Northwestern University held its 167th annual commencement ceremony at the United Center in Chicago on June 15.
Centrosymmetric crystals show unexpected chiral light absorption
By Southland Marquee | Jun 12, 2025
Scientists from Northwestern University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison have discovered that centrosymmetric crystals can absorb chiral light asymmetrically, challenging long-held beliefs about crystal behavior.