Melinda Storie (standing far left) with students standing and sitting at tables with banners that read "Tree Campus USA" to celebrate Arbor Day 2025 and ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø's Tree Campus recognition.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø named Tree Campus for 10th year in a row

For the 10th year in a row, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has been named a Tree Campus Higher Education site by the Arbor Day Foundation.

A photo of the ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø entrance near Bernard J. Brommel Hall.

Middle Level Education major Lisa Sanders named Lincoln Academy Student Laureate

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø selected Middle Level Education major Lisa Sanders as its 2024 Lincoln Academy Student Laureate.

A photo of people at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø's AAPI & Proud event in 2024.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø celebrates Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month 2025

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø invites the general public to events in honor of APIDA Heritage Month 2025.

A photo of the exterior of Bernard J. Brommel Hall with the "Serenity" statue in front of it on the University Commons on ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø's Main Campus.

Prominent multidisciplinary artists featured in 2025 Brommel-Hahs Lecture Series

The Department of Art + Design will welcome Eric Von Haynes, Damon Locks and Edra Soto for a series of workshops, public lectures and an exhibition reception on April 1, 2025.

A photo of a person typing in a computer lab on ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø's Main Campus.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, Illinois Student Assistance Commision, Kaplan announce Prepare for Illinois’ Future

Beginning in Spring 2025, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø students will have free access to Kaplan’s test preparation programs.

A photo of the exterior of the Chicago History Museum.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, Chicago History Museum partner to offer opportunities for students and employees

Through the Chicago History Museum's University Partner Groups program, current ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø students and employees gain free museum admission.

A group photo of participants and organizers of the 2024 Women in Science Conference.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø celebrates Women’s History Month 2025

The University is coordinating a series of events to celebrate the contributions women have made to educate and inspire generations.

A photo of Gishora drummers joining hands and dancing with ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø students and faculty after performing at the Gishora Drum Sanctuary in Burundi. Photo by Viktor Gerasimovski.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø to host 11th Annual Genocide and Human Rights in Africa and the Diaspora Conference

The conference March 5-7, 2025 on the University’s Main Campus and via Zoom.

A photo of Murrell J. Higgins Duster wearing black glasses and a red dress with red blazer. Her hands are pressed together in a symbol of gratitude.

Professor Emerita, Founding Associate Vice President of the Angelina Pedroso Center for Diversity and Intercultural Affairs Murrell J. Higgins Duster dies at 91

Duster served ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø for 35 years and dedicated her life to education reform and creating opportunities for marginalized communities.

A photo of five young students at the 2024 Chicago River Student Congress holding up their paintings of fish.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, Friends of the Chicago River, to host Chicago River Student Congress

Friends of the Chicago River will host their 28th Annual Chicago River Student Congress at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø’s Main Campus on Feb. 22, 2025.