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Court Theatre's award-winning 'Berlin' featured in UChicago adaptation course
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 9, 2025
Court Theatre, the professional theater in residence at the University of Chicago, achieved notable success at the 2025 Equity Jeff Awards, winning nine awards.
University of Chicago course teaches students about arts-based community engagement
By R. L. Prince | Oct 8, 2025
Students at the University of Chicago recently participated in a new course focused on cultural stewardship and community engagement on Chicago’s South Side.
Webb telescope helps Northwestern-led team identify hidden source star before supernova explosion
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 8, 2025
A team led by astronomers from Northwestern University has obtained the most detailed view yet of a star just before it exploded.
Illinois Tech welcomes first Darsh Wasan Visiting Professor from Brazil
By Southland Marquee | Oct 8, 2025
Príamo A. Melo Jr., a full professor at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, has joined the Illinois Institute of Technology’s Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering (CHBE) as the inaugural Darsh Wasan Visiting Professor for the...
Chicago Blackhawks announce centennial season home opener details and fan events
By R. S. Peck | Oct 8, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks will begin their 2025-26 home season on Saturday, October 11, with a series of events to mark the team’s centennial.
South Side Science Festival draws record crowd for hands-on STEM activities at UChicago
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 8, 2025
Thousands of families attended the annual South Side Science Festival at the University of Chicago, marking the event's largest turnout since its inception four years ago.
UIC highlights ongoing efforts for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 8, 2025
Technology Solutions at the University of Illinois Chicago is observing Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, emphasizing the importance of digital safety across the campus community.
Researchers find U.S. wastewater plants emit far more greenhouse gases than previously estimated
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 8, 2025
U.S. wastewater treatment plants are responsible for about 47 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent emissions each year, according to a new study led by researchers from Northwestern University and the University of Illinois...
Chicago named Best Big U.S. City by Condé Nast Traveler for ninth year
By D. E. Swan | Oct 8, 2025
Chicago has been named the Best Big U.S. City for the ninth consecutive year by readers of Condé Nast Traveler.
University of Illinois Chicago seeks nominations for honorary degree candidates
By R. L. Prince | Oct 7, 2025
The Senate External Relations and Public Service Committee at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) is seeking nominations for honorary degree recipients.
NPR's Nina Totenberg to speak at Northwestern University's annual Leopold Lecture
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 7, 2025
Nina Totenberg, a longtime legal affairs correspondent for National Public Radio (NPR), will be the keynote speaker at Northwestern University’s 36th annual Leopold Lecture.
NPR's Nina Totenberg to speak at Northwestern's annual Leopold Lecture
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 7, 2025
Nina Totenberg, a longtime legal affairs correspondent for National Public Radio (NPR), will deliver the 36th annual Leopold Lecture at Northwestern University.
University of Illinois Chicago launches new mental health training modules for students
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 7, 2025
The University of Illinois System has introduced new mental health training modules for students at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC).
University of Chicago researchers develop telecom-compatible molecular qubits for future quantum internet
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 7, 2025
Scientists from the University of Chicago, in collaboration with partner institutions, have developed molecular qubits that are compatible with standard telecommunications networks.
New tools increase guideline-based early peanut introduction by pediatricians
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
A new clinical study led by Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago found that a set of simple tools significantly increased pediatricians’ adherence to guidelines recommending early introduction of...
Dunbar Early Music Festival highlights Renaissance composers at Northwestern University
By T. D. Mcguire | Oct 6, 2025
The Evelyn Dunbar Memorial Early Music Festival will take place at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music from October 23 to 26.
UIC offers flu shots for eligible employees and retirees in October
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
State of Illinois employees and retirees who are enrolled in the Quality Care Health Plan (QCHP) or state-sponsored managed care plans, including HMO or OAP, can receive seasonal flu shots at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC).
University community remembers C.M. Naim's legacy as founder of Urdu studies
By H. C. Rivera | Oct 6, 2025
Choudhri Mohammed Naim, known as C.M. Naim, died on July 9 in Hyde Park at the age of 89.
Chicago Blackhawks announce opening night roster for centennial season
By R. S. Peck | Oct 6, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have released their opening night roster for the 2025-26 season, which marks the team’s centennial year.
Chicago Blackhawks recall Ryan Greene; Slaggert and Anderson out with injuries
By T. D. Martz | Oct 6, 2025
The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled forward Ryan Greene from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs.