All 28 Days of Black Excellence
February 6, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: Cecil Curtwright
Former associate provost for academic and enrollment services talks about his role in pioneering diversity and inclusion programs at UIC. Transcript
February 5, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: Michelle Morrow
“Something that I would say to Black alumni: Maintain that connection with the institution,” says Michelle Morrow, a UIC alumna and former staff member. Transcript
February 4, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: Horace Smith
College of Medicine grad says ‘You’ve got to have mentorship. No one makes it on their own.’ Transcript
February 3, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: LaDora Robinson-Locke
LaDora Robinson-Locke, director of human resources at Lincoln Park Zoo, has been influential in creating paid internships for students of color and exposing students to careers with cultural institutions. Transcript
February 2, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: Charles Pickett
College of Business Administration alum and MBA student: “You’re not just in school to be in school for the sake of it. It’s an investment.” Transcript
February 1, 2022
28 Days of Black Excellence: Tamara Edmonds Askew
UIC alumna Tamara Edmonds Askew talks about her career path and how she continues to give back to UIC students and the community. Transcript
January 31, 2022
Introducing: 28 Days of Black Excellence
Dr. Rand Harlow talks about his journey and experiences at UIC. “From when I first came in as a student, then as a resident and now as a faculty, UIC has grown as a university, in diversity, in the support, and it’s a really wonderful place to be.” Transcript