Peirce urges young artists to test limits
Acclaimed filmmaker Kimberly Peirce, AB’90, says teachers like Prof. Lauren Berlant shaped her sense of artistic adventure.
David E. Ford Jr.
Dawson seeks change through political research
As director of Center for the Study of Race, Politics, and Culture, Michael Dawson sees flux in views about race and progress.
William Harms
Theaster Gates takes new leap as arts pioneer
Long ambitious in his artistic and civic vision, Gates will foster new connections as Director of Arts and Public Life.
Susie Allen
Eric Fischer’s social maps show world in a new light
In illustrations of social media usage and other trends, alumnus bridges art and analysis.
Michael Drapa
Mansueto Library emerges as a Chicago icon
Oct. 11 dedication at Harper Memorial Commons celebrates new library’s central role in campus life and scholarship.
Susie Allen
Students study insects as ‘green’ food
Undergraduate-led company sees bugs as sustainable alternative to traditional meat. Can they convince consumers?