Office of Civic Engagement

Opera gives voice to veterans’ memories

For Lyric Opera’s “Hercules,” famed director Peter Sellars reaches out to UChicago veterans and scholars.


Sara Olkon

Public school students forge path to top colleges

The University started Collegiate Scholars to help Chicago Public Schools students set high goals. Now the first graduating class has set a national example.


Sara Olkon

Nimocks brings deep local knowledge to new job

Longtime Woodlawn resident builds University partnerships with city.


Rachel Cromidas