A selection committee of students and staff appointed Derek Douglas, currently special assistant to President Obama for urban affairs, as the University’s next Vice President for Civic Engagement. He will take office in January 2012.
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Obama aide chosen as new VP for Civic Engagement
Silent Tongues make some noise on campus
UChicago’s own jazz ensemble experiments with instrumentation.
SASA revamps its show’s image
SASA is departing from the traditional tone of previous years and putting on a more modern and accessible performance.
Harvard, Princeton to join U of C in early admissions
The University does not expect change in admission numbers due to peer institutions switch to early admissions, which was announced Thursday.
With redone show, MODA’s moving on up
MODA makes a lot of changes for its upcoming fashion show and lookbook
Folk Festival revives music of yesteryear
The Folk Festival comes to town again for its 51st year
MUNUC draws record turnout despite storm
The conference, held at the Palmer Center, hosted over 2,400 high school delegates.
Comer, Chinese hospital begin exchange
Comer and Shanghai Children’s Medical Center have partnered so the hospitals can gain a global perspective on health care.
Top 5 Worst Fashion Faux-Pas
You know them when you see them.
Uncommon Interview: Augusta Read Thomas
Renowned composer Augusta Read Thomas will be the sixteenth person to hold the title of University Professor, when she takes the post next year.