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Aug 9 2023
South Side Science Festival
Explore the fascinating world of science at the University of Chicago’s second annual South Side Science Festival!
NewsAug 8 2023
New Inclusive Innovation Fund is helping prepare South Side residents for growing opportunities in STEM
The Inclusive Innovation initiative aims to engage local students, educators, and workers and connect them to the city’s growing scientific ecosystem, thereby helping to generate a diverse talent pipeline in the sciences and spur economic growth on the historically under-resourced South Side.
NewsAug 1 2023
IT apprenticeship spurs new career pathways for City Colleges of Chicago students
The University’s Information Assurance team within IT Services was so impressed with Vanessa Martin’s work, what was supposed to be a six-week internship grew into a year-long apprenticeship. This spring, Martin was offered a full-time role as an assistant risk analyst at the University.
NewsAug 1 2023
Ashley L. Brown Joins Office of Civic Engagement as Associate Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
In the role, Brown will oversee strategic lines of effort, including economic and community development, government affairs, inclusive innovation, communications, and other OCE-led, university-wide initiatives, working closely with staff who lead those areas of work.
NewsJun 23 2023
Community members submit tips, recipes for success for UChicago Medicine’s new ‘teaching kitchen’
Healthy soul food recipes, accessible seating and livestreamed classes were among the ideas shared at a community forum for the University of Chicago Medicine’s new “teaching kitchen.” The teaching kitchen will be part of a wellness-focused space on the first and second floors of the health system’s new $815 M cancer center.
NewsJun 22 2023
Small business spotlight: Brown Sugar Bakery hits the sweet spot between homey and gourmet
“Some people talk about passion,” said Stephanie Hart, owner of Brown Sugar Bakery on East 75th Street in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood, “I’m about discipline.” That nose-to-the-grindstone practicality has helped Hart establish the go-to place for sweet treats on the city’s Southside.
EventJun 14 2023
Good Vibes on Garfield
Stop by the L1 Retail Store on Saturday, July 15 from 1pm to 6pm and #SupportSouthSideArtists at the annual Arts + Public Life summertime arts marketplace.
EventJun 13 2023
Movies on the Midway: Minions: Rise of Gru
Watch Minions: Rise of Gru and participate in fun activities with The Jumping Juniors!
EventJun 13 2023
Movies on the Midway: Wonder Park
Due to continuing storms and the flood watch on July 12, we are postponing this movie. Wonder Park will be rescheduled to August 16.
EventJun 13 2023
Movies on the Midway: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
Watch Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile and join UChicago Police Department officers to learn about an anti-bullying program.
EventJun 13 2023
Movies on the Midway: Lightyear
Discover the universe's origin story before blasting off with Buzz, joining UChicago researchers and the Chicago Astronomer, who will lead activities like telescope demonstrations and mapping the sky.
ProfileRioghna Pittock
Throughout the past school year Rioghna Pittock, a second-year University of Chicago College student, worked with local elementary school students at Ariel Community Academy weekly as a tutor and teaching assistant with UChicago’s Neighborhood Schools Program (NSP).