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This is UIC

Uncover how UIC is inspiring change and shaping conversations.

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This is UIC Weekly

Listen to the latest UIC news and stories in under three minutes each week.

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Black Excellence

Hear the powerful stories of UIC Black students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

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“This is UIC”

• Education behind bars with Rhea Ballard-Thrower: How can learning transform the lives of incarcerated individuals?
  Exploring how education behind bars can reduce recidivism and spark lasting change.
• Shaping trajectory with Brian Murphy: Can relationships define our path?
  Exploring how relationships shape life trajectory.

“This is UIC Weekly”

• Dec. 5, 2025
  UIC pulls $490M in research funding in fiscal year 2025, and more.
• Nov. 28, 2025
  Energy Department funding extends UIC, Fermilab partnership, and more.

“Black Excellence”

• Black Excellence: Haniyyah and Aaron Tillery
  UIC grads say to always keep a posture of learning.
• Black Excellence: Garth Walker
  UIC alum says it's important to rekindle curiosity amidst the mundane

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