Partnering for Impact in Chicago and Beyond
Learn more about Civic Engagement at the University of Chicago
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Robert J. Zimmer, chancellor emeritus and 13th president of the University of Chicago, 1947-2023
Zimmer, who served as the University’s 13th president from 2006 to 2021, died May 23 at age 75.
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Local middle schoolers create ‘instant snow,’ map the hidden surface of planets at UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering science fair
150 students from four neighborhood schools—Ray Elementary School, Wadsworth Elementary School, Bret Harte Math & Science Magnet Cluster School, and UChicago Charter School Woodlawn—attended the half-day event on April 21.
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From the classroom into the community: Harris Community Action fellows partner with South Side nonprofits to increase impact
Graduate students from the Harris School of Public Policy are working with local nonprofits to provide clear road maps to maximizing community impact.
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Student groups dedicated to community service build South Side connections
Community Service Registered Student Organizations or CSRSOs contribute to and learn from a wide array of campus neighbors with support from the University Community Service Center
Read moreOur areas of focus
Community Safety
Through research, evidence-based programming, and direct service, UChicago is working with community partners on the South Side and beyond to build safer communities, save lives, and heal traumatic emotional wounds inflicted by violence.
K-12 Education
We demonstrate our commitment to urban education by developing and investing in programs and initiatives that serve children from pre-K through high school and by working with teachers and principals to improve our city’s school system.
Community Health
UChicago is committed to promoting health equity and improving access to care on the South Side, so all residents have the opportunity to thrive.
Economic Opportunity and Entrepreneurship
We leverage UChicago’s role as the largest private employer and purchaser of goods and services on the South Side to foster entrepreneurship and create economic opportunities for community residents and local small businesses.
Civic Infrastructure
To strengthen Chicago’s civic infrastructure, we offer community-based training for emerging leaders and help to build local organizations’ capacity to grow, thrive, and achieve their missions.
Arts and Culture
As a partner in the South Side’s rich and storied arts community, we work to provide cultural opportunities, resources, and programs that reflect our community, resonate across the city, and are renowned around the world.
Upcoming event
Jun 10th, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Walk With A Future Doc at Promontory Point w/ The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Week 4
Medical students at UChicago lead 45-min weekly park walks and lead informal discussions on health-related topics.
