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Jul 6 2022
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: Midweek on the Midway
The annual Midweek on the Midway series, hosted by the Office of Civic Engagement, returns on Wednesdays this year starting July 6 with a slate of six popular films and corresponding family-friendly activities.
EventJul 6 2022
Raya and the Last Dragon: Midweek on the Midway
The annual Midweek on the Midway series, hosted by the Office of Civic Engagement, returns on Wednesdays this year starting July 6 with a slate of six popular films and corresponding family-friendly activities.
EventJul 6 2022
Encanto: Midweek on the Midway
The annual Midweek on the Midway series, hosted by the Office of Civic Engagement returns on Wednesdays this year starting July 6 with a slate of six popular films and corresponding family-friendly activities.
EventJul 6 2022
Soul: Midweek on the Midway
The annual Midweek on the Midway series, hosted by the Office of Civic Engagement, returns on Wednesdays this year starting July 6 with a slate of six popular films and corresponding family-friendly activities.
NewsJun 24 2022
Joel Hamernick Named Interim Vice President for Civic Engagement and External Affairs
On June 24, University of Chicago President Paul Alivisatos announced that Joel Hamernick, associate vice president for civic engagement, will assume the role of interim vice president for civic engagement and external affairs as of August 1, 2022.
NewsJun 23 2022
Annual Midweek on the Midway movie series kicks off July 6
Family-friendly movies and themed activities will be offered Wednesday nights through August 10
ProfileIsabel Marroquin
Marroquin says her years participating in the University of Chicago’s Collegiate Scholars college readiness and access program (CSP) were a driving factor in her success.
NewsJun 7 2022
With help from UChicago’s Community Programs Accelerator, The Provident Foundation is poised to support additional South Side youth of color pursuing medical careers
Inspired by the historic Provident Hospital and Training School, the nonprofit provides scholarships and ongoing mentorship
NewsJun 6 2022
Vice President for Civic Engagement and External Affairs Derek Douglas leaving University July 29
On June 6, University of Chicago President Paul Alivisatos announced that Vice President for Civic Engagement and External Affairs Derek Douglas would be leaving his role, effective July 29.
NewsMay 25 2022
Times Higher Education: THE podcast: how to build mutually beneficial community partnerships
Derek Douglas, vice-president for civic engagement and external affairs at The University of Chicago, joins university leaders at Kings College London and the University of Melbourne to discuss their work with community stakeholders.
NewsMay 18 2022
At inaugural South Side Strong Summit, UChicago’s Community Programs Accelerator helps nonprofits forge connections, sharpen skills, and deepen impact
More than 30 Nonprofits Welcomed into Accelerator’s 2022 Cohort with Deeply Rooted Dance Theater and Ladies of Virtue Each Receiving $50,000
NewsMay 18 2022
University of Chicago Community Programs Accelerator welcomes South Side nonprofit organizations into 2022 Cohort
Announcement made at South Side Strong Summit which brought local nonprofit and civic leaders together for a day-long program