UChicago News

Mario Small appointed next dean of Social Sciences Division

Steve Kloehn — Tue, 01 May 2012 12:00 -0500

Prof. Mario L. Small has been appointed dean of the Social Sciences Division for a five-year term, President Robert J. Zimmer and Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum announced. Small’s appointment takes effect on July 1.

Small is currently professor in sociology and the College and chair of Sociology. Recognized as a leading sociologist of his generation, Small...

Amy Iwano named executive director of University of Chicago Presents

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 12:00 -0500

The University of Chicago Presents has named Amy Iwano to the role of executive director, effective April 2. Iwano comes to UChicago after 18 years as executive director of the Chicago Chamber Musicians.

Martha Feldman, chair of the University’s Music Department, said of the appointment: “Amy Iwano will continue to invigorate University of Chicago Presents in its mission of bringing Chicago the finest chamber music...

Derek Douglas to join University as Vice President for Civic Engagement

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 10:35 -0500

Derek Douglas, who serves as President Obama’s senior adviser on urban policy, will join the University of Chicago as its next Vice President for Civic Engagement, beginning in January.

Since 2009, Douglas has served as a Special Assistant to the President for Urban Affairs, directing the Domestic Policy Council’s urban policy. In that role, he has been one of the chief architects of the White House’s agenda to strengthen the nation’s cities and...

Susan Sher, former Chief of Staff to the First Lady, returns to University of Chicago Medical Center

John Easton — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 11:01 -0500

Former White House adviser Susan S. Sher will return to the University of Chicago on Aug. 1, in a new role as Executive Vice President for Corporate Strategy and Public Affairs at the Medical Center, reporting to the Dean and Executive Vice President for Medical Affairs, and Senior Adviser to the President of the University.

She will coordinate the Medical Center’s external relations initiatives, develop and oversee corporate-relations strategy, and represent the...

Daniel Shannon appointed to fourth term as Graham School dean

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 10:58 -0500

Daniel Shannon, now completing his 15th year as Dean of the William B. and Catherine V. Graham School of General Studies, has been reappointed to a fourth term.

“We are delighted Dan has agreed to serve another term as Dean,” said Provost Thomas F. Rosenbaum. “The faculty review process confirmed that Dan’s dedication to continuing studies, ability to establish connections with divisional and professional school faculty, and tireless pursuit of new...

Richard M. Daley appointed distinguished senior fellow at University of Chicago Harris School

Sarah Galer — Tue, 24 May 2011 10:54 -0500

Former Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley, one of the nation’s most prominent urban leaders, will bring his extensive policymaking experience to the University of Chicago as a distinguished senior fellow at the Harris School of Public Policy Studies.

The five-year appointment, Daley’s first commitment since leaving public office on May 16, will take effect July 1.

Daley will coordinate a guest lecture series...

Obama to nominate President Zimmer for National Science Board

Steve Koppes — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 11:09 -0500

President Barack Obama has announced his intent to nominate University of Chicago President Robert J. Zimmer to the National Science Board, the governing body of the National Science Foundation.

The NSF provides funding...

Axel Weber, Bundesbank president, to join Chicago Booth faculty

Allan Friedman — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 10:56 -0500

Axel Weber, president of Deutsche Bundesbank, is expected to become a visiting professor at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, the school announced March 9.

Although details are still to be finalized, the appointment would begin soon after Weber steps down from his position at Bundesbank,...

Matthew Tirrell named founding director of Institute for Molecular Engineering

Steve Koppes — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 13:47 -0500

Matthew Tirrell, a pioneering researcher in the fields of biomolecular engineering and nanotechnology, has been appointed founding Pritzker Director of the University of Chicago’s new Institute for Molecular Engineering, effective July 1. The institute, created in partnership with Argonne National Laboratory, will explore innovative technologies that address fundamental societal problems...

President Obama names Olopade to National Cancer Advisory Board

John Easton — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 17:12 -0500

President Barack Obama on Feb. 24 announced his intent to appoint Olufunmilayo Falusi Olopade, the Walter L. Palmer Distinguished Service Professor of Medicine and Human Genetics, Associate Dean for Global Health, and Director of the Center for Clinical Cancer Genetics at the University of Chicago, as one of five new members of the National Cancer Advisory Board.

Members of board advise the Secretary...