Careers

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