More than 130 Chicago Public Schools high school students connect with professionals at 11th annual Peter and Judy Kovler Career Conference on UChicago’s campus
After five years leading real estate organizations in Seattle, Michelle Mills Clement returned home to Chicago to become the first Black CEO of the Chicago Association of REALTORS®. She says joining The Chicago Urban League's IMPACT Leadership Development Program —supported by University of Chicago Booth School of Business— helped her become a better leader and reconnected her with her hometown, where she grew up in the Roseland and Pullman neighborhoods. "I was able to build more confidence in what I'm doing—and think about how to instill that confidence in someone else who can come along behind me but not have to walk the same road," she says.
This free camp for ages 10 through 16 brings the spoken and written word together with filmmaking concepts and techniques. During the camp, which runs August 1 through August 12, students will transform their ideas into video journals and cine-poems. No prior experience with filmmaking is required, but some interest in storytelling, poetry, spoken word, or songwriting is recommended. This program is hosted by the Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts. Apply by July 30 here
SOUTH SIDE PITCH
South Side business owners who want to pitch their business for a chance to win cash prizes are encouraged to apply for South Side Pitch! This competition gives local, small business owners a chance to compete for over $25,000 in prizes. The event is hosted by the Institute for Justice Clinic on Entrepreneurship at The University of Chicago Law School. Apply by August 1 here
ALUMNI BOARD CONNECT
Local nonprofits looking for new board members are encouraged to apply to Alumni Board Connect at University of Chicago Booth School of Business. This program matches Booth alumni with Chicagoland nonprofits to support strategic projects in marketing, finance, crisis management, and more. Apply by September 19 here
BOOTH CIVIC SCHOLARS
The Booth Civic Scholars Program is designed for exceptional, impact-driven professionals who work in a 501(c) nonprofit or government organization. The program offers scholarships covering up to 100% of tuition for MBA Programs at UChicago's Booth School of Business. The application deadline varies by Full-Time, Evening, and Weekend MBA Programs. Learn more and apply here
CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
The Civic Leadership Academy at the University of Chicago is a leadership development program for emerging leaders in nonprofit organizations and local government agencies within the City of Chicago and Cook County. The program is designed to develop a pipeline of talented leaders to help nonprofits and government agencies thrive. Apply by October 3 here
EVENTS
MIDWEEK ON THE MIDWAY MOVIE SERIES
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 10
Join UChicago's Office of Civic Engagement for free, family movies on Wednesday evenings on the Midway Plaisance. The lineup includes Sing 2 and Raya and the Last Dragon. And don’t forget to come early for family-friendly activities, including live music, dancing, and crafts! Get more information here
UCHICAGO MEDICINE SUMMER WELLNESS SERIES JULY 30
This event, hosted by UChicago Medicine's Office of Community Affairs, will feature free outdoor fitness classes and a wellness panel led by certified fitness instructors and healthcare professionals. All ability levels and ages are welcome. Register here
VIOLENCE INTERVENTION FUND INFORMATION SESSION AUGUST 2
This information session will be held for community organizations interested in learning about the University of Chicago's Violence Intervention Fund and the selection criteria. Register here
HARPER COURT SUMMER MUSIC SERIES AUGUST 4
This event, hosted by Mario Smith, features Micah Collier & Proximity and DJ Scendsei. This summer music series at Harper Court is presented by UChicago's Office of Civic Engagement and The Silver Room. Get more information here
JAZZ IN THE COURT AUGUST 5
Jazz in the Court is back for 2022! Chuck Webb will perform on this date with Margaret Murphy-Webb and Tony Carpenter. The University of Chicago is proud to sponsor this concert series at Harper Court. Get more information here
