Impact

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

March 25, 2026 03:03 PM

Barbara Brandt's ('71, EDM '82, PHD '87) passion for genealogy revealed how easily records can be lost. Through the Brandt Library Endowment, she's helping preserve historical collections at the University of Illinois Library.

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

February 13, 2026 12:00 AM

Thanks to alumni Doug ('90) and Debbie Ackerman ('90), Gies College of Business has launched the university's first student‑led venture capital fund, giving students hands‑on experience investing in emerging startups.

UIC Gift is Driving ALS Research

May 28, 2026 04:16 PM

After their teammate’s death, UIC alumni launched a foundation funding ALS research at UIC, advancing understanding of the disease.

Young Alum Establishes Fund to Support Experiential Learning

May 28, 2026 01:15 AM

Zishen Ye is already giving back years after graduating. Inspired by mentorship he received, he established a fund to bridge classroom learning and real‑world practice — creating opportunities for students to gain experience and build connections.

Michael Lee and Helen Yang Establish Opportunities for Engineering Students

May 25, 2026 12:00 AM

Michael Lee and Helen Yang built remarkable global careers rooted in Illinois. Now they're giving back. Their support for scholarships and fellowships opens doors for students to pursue their ambitions and make their own impact.

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

March 25, 2026 03:03 PM

Barbara Brandt's ('71, EDM '82, PHD '87) passion for genealogy revealed how easily records can be lost. Through the Brandt Library Endowment, she's helping preserve historical collections at the University of Illinois Library.

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

February 13, 2026 12:00 AM

Thanks to alumni Doug ('90) and Debbie Ackerman ('90), Gies College of Business has launched the university's first student‑led venture capital fund, giving students hands‑on experience investing in emerging startups.

UIC Gift is Driving ALS Research

May 28, 2026 04:16 PM

After their teammate’s death, UIC alumni launched a foundation funding ALS research at UIC, advancing understanding of the disease.

Young Alum Establishes Fund to Support Experiential Learning

May 28, 2026 01:15 AM

Zishen Ye is already giving back years after graduating. Inspired by mentorship he received, he established a fund to bridge classroom learning and real‑world practice — creating opportunities for students to gain experience and build connections.

Michael Lee and Helen Yang Establish Opportunities for Engineering Students

May 25, 2026 12:00 AM

Michael Lee and Helen Yang built remarkable global careers rooted in Illinois. Now they're giving back. Their support for scholarships and fellowships opens doors for students to pursue their ambitions and make their own impact.

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

March 25, 2026 03:03 PM

Barbara Brandt's ('71, EDM '82, PHD '87) passion for genealogy revealed how easily records can be lost. Through the Brandt Library Endowment, she's helping preserve historical collections at the University of Illinois Library.

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

February 13, 2026 12:00 AM

Thanks to alumni Doug ('90) and Debbie Ackerman ('90), Gies College of Business has launched the university's first student‑led venture capital fund, giving students hands‑on experience investing in emerging startups.

News & Stories

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

UIC Gift is Driving ALS Research

Young Alum Establishes Fund to Support Experiential Learning

Michael Lee and Helen Yang Establish Opportunities for Engineering Students

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

UIC Gift is Driving ALS Research

Young Alum Establishes Fund to Support Experiential Learning

Michael Lee and Helen Yang Establish Opportunities for Engineering Students

Preserving History: Genealogy Journey Leads to Endowment

Gies Business Launches Illinois' First Student‑led Venture Capital Fund

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