Through robust partnerships, we invest in Chicago’s mid-South Side across areas such as health, education, economic opportunity, public safety, and the arts.
We take learning beyond our classrooms through programs and initiatives that strengthen local schools and create opportunities for students and professionals.
We support evidence-based research that addresses urban opportunities and challenges and creates models that can be replicated in cities around the globe.
We welcome partnerships to help scale innovations into marketable products, solutions, and start-ups that benefit communities and contribute to economic growth.
As an anchor for local neighborhoods and a global center for education, research, and innovation, the University of Chicago partners within our communities to share talents, information, and resources to have a positive impact in Chicago that can be spread to cities around the world.
The Center for Middle Eastern Studies offers a wide range of educational activities for teachers and the general public, including a series of teacher training workshops.
Chicago Studies engages the intellectual, creative, and civic energies of University of Chicago undergraduates in the life of the diverse communities that make up the city.
Has ongoing opportunities for volunteer medical advocates/rape crisis counselors.
