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Apr 14 2020
Hyde Park Herald: U. of C. issues grants, rent relief for 18 commercial tenants
The University of Chicago has awarded over $220,000 in rent relief and operating grants to commercial tenants affiliated with the university's Commercial Real Estate Operations, including the Silver Room and the Seminary Co-op.
NewsApr 1 2020
NBC 5: Feeding the Hungry
Derek Douglas, Vice President for Civic Engagement and External Affairs, discusses the University’s efforts to produce meals for South Side residents.
WorkshopMar 6 2020
Leadership: Building a Supportive Climate
Every o...
ProfileDeeply Rooted Dance Theater
“The Community Programs Accelerator offers us an environment for thought-sharing and critical thinking, where we’re challenged to share our perspectives and formalize ideas that have been gestating. That’s really powerful." - Kevin Iega Jeff, Deeply Rooted Co-founder and Creative Director
Profile100 Black Men of Chicago
“Being part of the Community Programs Accelerator allows us to move forward on purpose and with intention. We’re planning our next decade, which will be pivotal for us as we focus on what we can become rather than on what we are.” - Carl H. Tutt, Jr., 100 Black Men of Chicago Board President
NewsJan 30 2020
Programs prepare Chicago’s future scholars for college success
Collegiate Scholars are high-potential, underrepresented students at Chicago public high schools who participate during the school year in enrichment activities geared toward college readiness, leadership development, cultural awareness, and civic engagement.
ProfileFeatherfist
“Our first plan covered five years; this one is for three years. Things are changing so swiftly — we’re dancing as fast as we can."
ProfileStephanie Wallen
“The Milgrom Fellowship was one of the most influential opportunities I’ve had around education. It gave me the chance to explore and see myself not only as a teacher, but also in other roles that can have an impact.”
ProfileIsaaq Khader
“I feel like CSP gave me a cheat sheet for college. Now I know how to take advantage of all the resources, I know that you have to get to classes on time, and that it’s always a good idea to talk with the TAs and go to profs’ office hours.”
ProfileCameron Cole
“College Bridge is a world-class opportunity, and it can be game-changing for your future.”
ProfileKaren Calloway
“No matter how many partnerships NSP has, they always keep Kenwood in a special place because we’ve been partners for so long." - Karen Calloway, Kenwood Academy Principal
ProfileBen Samuels-Kalow
“I learned at NSP that I wanted to do this work. And I developed the base instinct that informs Creo: School should be a place where students are always safe and never bored.”