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Campus News
 Illinois
Attorney General Visits UIC
Advocating for public service, Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan reminded
students that they don’t have to seek careers in public service or run
for elective office to be active in their communities. During her speech, Madigan
highlighted the moments that shaped her career path. Held at Student Center East,
the event was sponsored by the UIC Honors College. 
UIC Grant to Aid Local Nonprofits
UIC received a $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
that will strengthen about 60 nonprofits serving seven low-income areas near
UIC. The grant from the Compassion Capital Fund was matched by a Chicago Community
Trust grant of $125,000. Both grants will support the ChiWest ResourceNet, a
new UIC Neighborhoods Initiative program that offers technical assistance and
training to community- and faith-based nonprofits in North and South Lawndale,
Pilsen, East and West Garfield Park, the Near West Side and Humboldt Park.
Alumni
News
Asian
American Resource and Cultural Center 5th Anniversary
The Asian American Resource and Cultural Center celebrates its fifth
anniversary in April. To commemorate this milestone, an anniversary reception
will be held at UIC on April 7, featuring reflections from current and former
students, performances by student organizations, a video/slide show and a raffle
offering items from Asian American faculty, past speakers and performers. All
events are free and open to the public.
 Support Our Troops
UIC Veterans Student Association and Student Veterans
of America are hosting Illinois Warrior Summit and Third Annual Welcome Home
Celebration on April 24 at the UIC Forum. Welcome home the troops that served
our nation and help them obtain the benefits and job opportunities they deserve.
More than 100 organizations that provide services and opportunities for veterans
will attend, along with more than 100 employers offering interview and job opportunities.
The event also includes workshops, raffle prizes and free giveaways, food and
refreshments, live bands, a UIC Dance Team performance, free massages and children’s
play facilities.
Brilliant
Futures Campaign News
 Lasting
Legacy
Rob Mier already had a long track record of teaching, leadership and mentoring
by the time he took on his first role as an urban planning professor. The
memorial award that’s carried his name since his death in 1995 honors those
traits and the boundaries he pushed throughout his career as a teacher and activist.
Sports
Opening Day
The home openers for UIC’s baseball and softball teams are right around
the corner. Mike Dee’s baseball team opens play at Les Miller Field
this week against Creighton, while Michelle Venturella’s softball squad
hosts Western Illinois on March 28. For ticket information (or to plan a
group or youth team outing), call 312/413-UIC1 (8421).
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