Diverse enterprises, University leaders aim to forge new partnerships at annual event
“I don’t know if we can say it enough: The University of Chicago changed the trajectory of our careers.” – Ivan Alo Click here to read the article by Jean A. Williams on the 13th Annual Professional Services Symposium and how the …
UChicago event examines ways to foster greater diversity in business
“There is a lot of work to be done in the area of diversity, inclusion and equity… It’s time for companies, universities, foundations and nonprofits to all seek diverse business talent. It’s time for diverse businesses to seek opportunities. That is what …
Sustainable & Impact Investing: Racial Equity Investing
“Diverse investment managers bring a unique set of perspectives that increase cognitive diversity across the University’s investment portfolio. This increases the opportunity set for the overall portfolio of managers, improving the chances for outperformance, but moreover, it exposes the University to investment themes and ideas …
Advancing Equity in the Investment Sector – Article in Inside Higher Ed
“As college leaders reflect on their institutions’ roles in perpetuating systemic racism, they should consider where endowment funds are invested.” Click here to read the article by Kerin McCauley in Inside Higher ED showcasing how institutions, like the University of Chicago, are …
Equity in Action: How the University of Chicago Became a Trailblazer on Diversity in Professional Services
Our region must commit to a larger vision, to #BuildBackBetter, which means dismantling the institutional barriers that create disparities and inequities by race and income. Click here to read the article by Metropolitan Planning Council on the dramatic progress made by the …
Building a Stronger, More Inclusive University of Chicago
“The University has made progress in recent years to address problems of racial bias and inequities on our campus, and to strengthen our relationship with our neighboring communities. However, as University leaders we recognize that there is more work to be done. We believe …
Creating a More Equitable and Inclusive Chicago Region
Ten years ago, the University of Chicago’s Office of Business Diversity launched a symposium to connect minority and women-owned businesses to the University and the University of Chicago Medicine for contract opportunities. The model is now being replicated across the US. As …
