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LAS Historian Digs into the Roots of 'Liberalism'

Kevin M. Schultz, history professor in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, shares insights from his latest book examining the polarizing power of the word ‘liberalism.’

Oliver Keyhani

2025 Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative Award

Congratulations to Oliver Keyhani of Biological Sciences, one of this year’s awardees of the Chancellor’s Translational Research Initiative! 🎖️ Dr. Keyhani was recognized for his discovery of a new antibiotic derived from ambrosia…

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1,000-Plus Reasons to Celebrate

On May 11, 2025, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences proudly celebrated the graduating class of 2025. With more than 1,000 graduates, the Credit Union 1 Arena was filled with families, loved…

Kevin M. Schutlz

Kevin M. Schultz Featured in Times Higher Education

Kevin M. Schultz, professor and chair of the Department of History at UIC, was recently featured in Times Higher Education for his provocative new book, Why Everyone Hates White Liberals (Including White Liberals):…