Recent activity at University Of Illinois At Chicago
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Jan 31, 2022·Board meeting
Uic Nursing Meet And Learn Session
The session focused on student-driven anti-racist curriculum changes within the college of nursing. Key discussions included defining structural racism versus race in the context of health disparities, the need to update outdated clinical guidelines that rely on race as a risk factor, and the importance of auditing the curriculum to ensure it aligns with equity and inclusion goals. Faculty and students explored methods for fostering a culture of anti-racist nursing education, including the use of guest speakers and the integration of intersectionality into course content.
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University Of Illinois Board Of Trustees Special Event Investiture
The event featured the investiture of Dr. Joanna Burdette as the inaugural Dr. Edward S. Mika and Mrs. Josephine E. Mika Professor in Pharmacognosy and Medicinal Chemistry. Discussion topics included the professional background and research achievements of the recipient, specifically her work in ovarian cancer prevention, etiology, and treatment, as well as the history and legacy of the Mika professorship and its contribution to the College of Pharmacy. Speakers underscored the importance of endowed professorships in supporting research missions and fostering collaborative academic and scientific environments.
Jan 1, 2021·Strategic plan
School of Social Work at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Strategic Plan 2021-2026
This strategic plan outlines the School of Social Work's direction over the next five years, building on existing strengths and the University's 'Next 150' plan. The plan is structured around four core pillars: research, teaching and learning, community and public engagement, and school environment and culture. Its overarching purpose is to enhance health and wellbeing, empower individuals and communities, dismantle inequitable systems, and promote social justice, with a focus on innovative research, effective teaching, and engaged partnerships.
Sep 18, 2017·Board meeting
School Of Public Health Full Faculty Meeting
The meeting focused on setting priorities for the school, including listening sessions with faculty, staff, and students, and establishing monthly forums. Key topics included academic excellence, the school's commitment to social justice, urban health, and diversity in faculty, staff, and students. Concerns were raised regarding the need for improved communication and branding, the need for transparency, and managing faculty workload. Reports were provided on the results of a recent retreat, followed by departmental updates from Community Health Sciences, Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences, and Epidemiology and Biostatistics, which included discussions on curriculum overhauls, the launch of a new Big Data sequence, and the challenges of managing research and enrollment.
