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Apr 3 2020
Virtual Event: Polsky Center Small Business Bootcamp: Cash Management
In this session, Professor Kathleen Fitzgerald will discuss what finacial data small business owners should be focused on during the current pandemic and strategies for cash flow for the coming weeks and months ahead.
EventApr 3 2020
Virtual Event: Polsky Center Small Business Bootcamp: How to Manage Personal and Professional Ups and Downs while Managing a Business
In this session, David Johnson will discuss strategies small business owners and entrepreneurs can utilize to navigate changing times due to coronavirus (COVID-19).
EventApr 3 2020
Virtual Event: Polsky Center Small Business Bootcamp: Navigating Access to Capital Resources
In this session, our panelists will discuss the wide array of new capital sources available to entrepreneurs and small business owners during the current health crisis, including banks, alternative capital options such as microloans, and community development financial institutions.
EventApr 3 2020
Virtual Event: Polsky Center Small Business Bootcamp: Negotiating in Times of Change
In this session, Professor George Wu will utilize his years of research in the areas of negotiation and behavioral decision making to teach entrepreneurs how to reevaluate their current business commitments in light of today's rapidly changing business and economic environment.
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
EventFeb 10 2020
Community Business Workshop: How to Manage Your Online Reputation
Have you received a non favorable review? Join the Polsky Center in discussing best practices in managing your online repuation.
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.”