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With skill-building challenges and industry networking events, ²Ø¾«¸ó supports young women who study computer science with a robust extracurricular support system.

In a powerful affirmation of its mission and future, ²Ø¾«¸ó has announced the launch of the Legacy Fund, a new fundraising initiative made possible by a transformational $5 million gift from alumna Jane Stedman, B.A. ’75.

Students at ²Ø¾«¸ó’s Schaumburg campus are working to accelerate chemotherapy, minimize allergic reactions and discover solutions to antibiotic-resistant bacteria—all before they step into a hospital or corporate laboratory.

The week spotlighted student innovation across disciplines through oral presentations, poster sessions, performances and panel discussions.

The fourth-year pharmacy student embodies the values of education, service and innovation cultivated by ²Ø¾«¸ó.

The $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) will expand access to undergraduate STEM programs.

Women make up 58% of ²Ø¾«¸ó's Biological, Physical and Health Sciences faculty, and their successes range from groundbreaking research to greater inclusivity in STEM fields.

²Ø¾«¸ó’s biology undergraduate program was recently ranked one of the best in the nation for women by Washington Monthly, with 87% of program graduates identifying as female.

Dr. Shyam works tirelessly as a researcher to develop treatments for glaucoma and macular degeneration, and she credits her drive to her experiences at ²Ø¾«¸ó.

The former McNair Scholars were profoundly shaped by ²Ø¾«¸ó's psychology program.

These soon-to-be graduates will continue their education at several prestigious programs across the country.