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New leadership institute anchors nation’s first Black fraternity
The first Black Greek organization in the nation is celebrating a new milestone in its illustrious history. Alumni brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha’s Alpha chapter, founded at Cornell in 1906, unveiled a new leadership institute and student residence, inspired by the fraternity’s founding principles and honoring its 119-year legacy at Cornell.
me too. International Launches Disruptors Council to Address Sexual Violence Crisis with Viola Davis, Gabrielle Union, Ayanna Pressley, and more
Recently, ‘me too.’ International co-founder Tarana Burke has announced the launch of the Disruptors Council, bringing together Academy Award winner Viola Davis, Congresswoman Ayanna Presley, New York Times best-selling author and actress Gabrielle Union and other influential voices to drive the next decade of systemic transformation in how society prevents and responds to sexual violence.
National Black MBA Association Ignites Future of Work with the Launch of AI Advisory Council
The National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) announced a pivotal step in its continued evolution as an emerging leader in workforce development with the formation of a distinguished AI Advisory Council. This initiative, championed by Interim CEO Orlando Ashford, is designed to equip the organization's members with the tools, knowledge, and resources necessary to navigate and lead in the AI-driven economy, specifically through the new NBMBAA AI Academy.
READY to BEAUTY Launches Landmark "State of Black Beauty" Study
READY to BEAUTY, The Industry's First Global Think Tank for Multicultural Entrepreneurs and Brands, proudly announces the launch of its inaugural reporting of (A) STATE OF BLACK BEAUTY. This premier edition entitled (A) STATE OF BLACK BEAUTY: An Industry Study as Told by those Black Founders, Executives and Artist who Define the Market centers Black professionals in beauty within industry-wide research, ensuring their experiences, insights, and influence are fully documented and represented in national data.
Illinois Fertility Leader Accelerates Next Chapter of Innovation and Excellence in Chicago
Pinnacle Fertility Illinois, formerly known as the Institute for Human Reproduction (IHR), proudly welcomes Dr. Courtney Murphy, a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist and fellowship-trained reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI) specialist, to its physician team.
myWHY Agency Named Winner in PR Daily's 2025 Content Marketing Awards
myWHY Agency has been named a winner in PR Daily's 2025 Content Marketing Awards in the Purpose-Driven Campaign category for its Project #BeKind Campaign for Natracare.
One Hope United Kicks Off Annual Gift Drive for Children and Families
One Hope United, a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Illinois and Florida, is proud to announce the return of its Holiday Hope Express, a heartwarming gift drive that delivers holiday cheer to more than 10,000 children and families each year.
YWCA METROPOLITAN CHICAGO AND ULTA BEAUTY INSPIRE NEXT GENERATION OF GIRLS AT ‘PRETTY EMPOWERED’ YOUTH EVENT
On Saturday, Oct. 18, the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago and Ulta Beauty brought together 100 Chicago girls ages 9-14 at “Pretty Empowered,” an interactive event designed to build confidence and inspire career pathways for young women through workshops on self-care, STEM and beauty industry career opportunities. From prior Chicago events, 89% of participants said they gained a better understanding of the value of self-care and self-confidence, and 90% said they left with a stronger understanding of leadership.
Clerk Spyropoulos Hosts a CLE Webinar on Navigating Domestic Violence in Courts
Today, the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, under the leadership of Clerk Mariyana Spyropoulos, held a CLE (Continuing Legal Education) webinar on navigating domestic violence in the courts.
Ballet 5:8 proves the arts can thrive in the Southland with its inspiring, locally grown holiday classic
The Southland’s own Libby Dennen returns to center stage this December, reprising her original 2015 role as Anastasis in Ballet 5:8’s acclaimed holiday production, Beyond the Nutcracker.
Argonne expands nation’s AI infrastructure with powerful new supercomputers and public-private partnerships
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Argonne National Laboratory, NVIDIA and Oracle announced a landmark public-private partnership to deliver the DOE’s largest AI supercomputer and accelerate scientific discovery. Argonne is also deploying three new AI computing systems through an existing partnership with NVIDIA, HPE, and World Wide Technology (WWT).
Mayor Brandon Johnson and DCASE Announce Winners of the 2025 Chicago Made Music Showcase
Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE), in collaboration with Next Showcase USA, are proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Chicago Made Music Showcase, held Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Chicago Cultural Center’s Claudia Cassidy Theater.
ELEVATE ENGAGES SOUTH SIDE BUSINESSES, NONPROFITS WITH NO-COST TRAINING, FINANCIAL RESOURCES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND MORE
Elevate, a nonprofit organization, is launching an innovative Clean Energy Contractor Incubator Program, which aims to grow the clean energy workforce on the South Side of Chicago. This no-cost program is designed for clean energy contractors ready to expand into energy-efficiency upgrades, renewable energy, and other related services.
Chicago Public Schools Recognizes Student Progress and Class of 2025 Achievements
Chicago Public Schools (CPS) released the District’s 2024–25 Annual Academic Data, a comprehensive look at student progress and success across the city. The report shows continued gains across key academic indicators, including higher graduation and freshman-on-track rates, stronger college persistence, and a record-breaking $3.1 billion in scholarships earned by the Class of 2025.