Pawar brings student’s focus to City Council
At age 30, SSA graduate student Ameya Pawar surprised everyone by winning a Chicago City Council seat
Kadesha Thomas
New Bucksbaum Institute fosters doctor-patient communication
Landmark pledge of $42 million from Bucksbaum Foundation to train physicians as trusted advisors and partners with patients.
John Easton
How medieval studies led journalist to Libya
Clare Gillis, AB’98, was taken prisoner as she reported from Libya, but her path began with academic interests. (Associated Press photo)
Megan E. Doherty
Metcalf fellows get vital career preparation
With rapid growth to 450 internships, program gives College students funding to pursue career options.
Tomi Obaro
At age 88, graduate completes College journey
After lifetime of discovery, retired doctor Albert Liebman finishes degree that began in 1939.
Sara Olkon
Gilliam leads research to prevent teen pregnancy
With a 'visionary' approach to reproductive health, Dr. Melissa Gilliam seeks to change teens' perceptions and behavior.
Kayce T. Ataiyero
Alum aimed higher after scaling Everest
The late Barry Bishop, PhD'80, carried on spirit of adventure as explorer and scholar.
Steve Koppes
Five students awarded Rhodes, Marshall Scholarships
With interests ranging from history to oncology, students continue College tradition of scholarly achievement.
Sara Olkon
Political thinker Levin passes final test
A PhD defense can be nerve-wracking, even for Yuval Levin, conservative author and former Bush administration staffer.
William Harms
Student artists find summer inspiration
With projects ranging from short films to a musical score for a circus, students get creative with Arts Council Summer Fellowships.
Jessen O’Brien
Chelsie Sluyk