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Combination therapy shows promise for locally advanced bladder cancer
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 11, 2024
Immunotherapy administered before and after chemotherapy, along with surgical removal of the bladder, improved survival compared to chemotherapy alone in patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer, according to results of a recent clinical trial that will be published Sept. 15 in the New England Journal of Medicine.
Northwestern names three new trustees
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 11, 2024
Northwestern University has appointed three new members to its Board of Trustees: David Helfand, Jack Kang, and Rodney Priestley. Each brings a diverse background in business, engineering, and academia.
Architecture programs earn national designation for sustainable practices
By Southland Marquee | Sep 11, 2024
With the continuous changes happening to the world’s built environment as a result of escalating extreme weather and climate change, adopting sustainable and zero-energy building and design practices is no longer an option. For the past year, the College of Architecture has worked to implement a new curriculum for its Bachelor of Architecture and Master of Architecture programs that puts sustainability, carbon neutrality, and zero-energy design at the forefront of their pedagogy. This has earned the two programs a Zero Energy Design Designation (ZEDD) from the United States...
Study finds targeted programs needed for U.S. South Asians' heart health
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 11, 2024
U.S. South Asians — a predominantly immigrant population with heritage from Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and/or Sri Lanka — have a higher risk for developing and dying from heart problems than East Asians or non-Hispanic white people. Pinpointing underlying causes has proved elusive, prompting Northwestern Medicine scientists to launch the largest cardiovascular-intervention trial for U.S. South Asians.
Five city colleges recognized for excellence in student voter registration during 2022 midterms
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 10, 2024
Today, the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge recognized Harold Washington College, Harry S Truman College, Kennedy-King College, Olive-Harvey College, and Richard J. Daley College for their nonpartisan democratic engagement efforts that led to high levels of student voter participation in the 2022 midterm elections. Each institution received the Bronze Seal, symbolizing their commitment to integrating nonpartisan democratic engagement into campus life.
Daley College president emphasizes role of community colleges in workforce development at IMTS 2024
By M. N. Tirado | Sep 10, 2024
This week, tens of thousands of manufacturing technology professionals from around the world are gathering in Chicago for one of the industry’s largest trade shows—the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2024.
New study identifies vital connectors in brain's language network
By E. F. Cullerton | Sep 10, 2024
When surgeons perform brain surgery on individuals with brain tumors or epilepsy, it is crucial to remove the tumor or abnormal tissue while preserving parts of the brain that control language and movement.
Fermilab's short-baseline near detector identifies first-ever neutrino interactions
By J. D. Suayan | Sep 10, 2024
Scientists working on the Short-Baseline Near Detector (SBND) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory have identified the detector’s first neutrino interactions.
University of Illinois Chicago updates protection policy for minors
By A. I. Benavidez | Sep 9, 2024
The University of Illinois Chicago reaffirms its commitment to providing a safe environment for minors (people under the age of 18, unless legally emancipated) who are participating in UIC programs both on and off campus as well as virtual programs. The University of Illinois Protection of Minors policy outlines requirements that members of the university community (UIC personnel, UIC volunteers, and UIC contractors) must take in order to provide a safe environment.
Northwestern scientist's platform tracks tight race between Trump and Harris
By K. R. Nelson | Sep 9, 2024
Daily updates enable followers to see how current and campaign events might affect potential election results. The model predicts how the Electoral College will vote. Similar models correctly predicted the 2020 presidential election and 2021 runoff elections for two Georgia Senate seats.
UChicago researchers develop nanomedicine approach for enhanced cancer treatment
By R. B. Pepalis | Sep 9, 2024
Researchers at the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed a nanomedicine that enhances the penetration and accumulation of chemotherapy drugs in tumor tissues, effectively killing cancer cells in mice.
Amazon's Career Choice program helps employee with 'mind-blowing' tuition benefits
By A. A. Sanchez | Sep 6, 2024
Sunday Adesuyi, a process assistant in Chicago for Amazon, said he utilized the Career Choice Program to better learn English and work on his communication skills in the workplace. Adesuyi provided his comments to the Southland Marquee on September 3.
Barbershop Tour founder: Trump has 'a personal invitation' to Barbershop Tour to 'get that haircut he mentioned'
By Southland Marquee | Aug 30, 2024
Jeffrey Coleman, founder and president of Barbershop Tour, invited former President Donald Trump to join him on his Barbershop Tour after the president said he was interested in getting a haircut at a black barbershop on a recent Fox News segment.
Forest Park STEM teacher chosen for Amazon Future Engineer Ambassador Program
By A. D. Bamburg | Aug 15, 2024
Amazon has announced that Grace Finn, a third through eighth grade STEM teacher who works at Forest Park Middle School and Field-Stevenson Elementary, was chosen as one of fifty educators to join the Amazon Future Engineer Teacher Ambassador Program.
CFC announces Amazon-backed scholarship fund for HBCU students
By K. R. Nelson | Aug 8, 2024
The Chicago Football Classic (CFC) announced its annual Scholarship Fund at a press conference held at the Amazon Regional Office. The fund will award scholarships to incoming Chicago-area students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). Amazon sponsored the event, providing laptop computers to each of the 20 scholarship recipients.
Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust's $10 million donation fuels Chinese American Service League's vision for community care expansion
By Southland Marquee | Dec 20, 2023
The Chinese American Service League (CASL) marked its 45th anniversary with a gala in Chicago, sponsored by the Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust. The foundation generously donated $10 million to the organization. The event attracted over 400 Chicago residents, all showing their support for CASL's community mission.
Flying Food Group’s Sue Ling Gin Foundation donates $21 million to Chicago community violence intervention program
By Southland Marquee | Dec 5, 2023
The Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust, which is affiliated with airline catering company Flying Food Group (FFG), has recently donated $21 million to Chicago CRED, a community violence intervention program. The substantial donation was publicly announced on the organization's website on November 28th.
Mayor appoints real estate executive as Commissioner of the Department of Planning and Development
By Southland Marquee | Oct 27, 2023
The city of Chicago has announced that Mayor Brandon Johnson has appointed Ciere Boatright as the Commissioner of the Department of Planning and Development for the City of Chicago. Boatright, who currently serves as the Vice President of Real Estate & Community Development at CRG, brings her extensive experience to the role.
Chicago Community Loan Fund highlight pro-bono attorneys
By Southland Marquee | Oct 26, 2023
Chicago Community Loan Fund (CCLF) highlighted the work of pro-bono attorneys in a recent press release. The Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights (CLCCR) administers Pro Bono Works, a prominent pro bono initiative in Chicago, connecting attorneys with individual clients, small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and community-based groups.
Chicago Community Loan Fund released its Second Quarter 2023 report
By Southland Marquee report | Oct 16, 2023
The Chicago Community Loan Fund published its Second Quarter 2023 report, highlighting various aspects of their initiatives and achievements. The report features insights into the Rimland grand opening, CCLF stakeholders meeting and the Chicago Neighborhoods Rebuild program, among other updates and events as outlined by the Second Quarter 2023 report provided by the Chicago Community Loan Fund.