Welcome to the #2025UICUrbanForum Juan González!

González is a senior research fellow at the Great Cities Institute and co-host of @democracynow.org. Today he joins us as our keynote speaker!

Panel time! Reflecting on the commitment to build great cities with:

🎤 Teresa Córdova, Great Cities Institute
🏙️ Philip Nyden, Loyola University, CURL
🏙️ Wim Wiewel, Higher ed leader

The panel is diving deep into topics like infrastructure, zoning and gentrification.

Starting the day off right with welcome remarks from Joe Hoereth, UIC Inst. for Policy and Civic Engagement Director and Chancellor Miranda!

Welcome to the #2025UICUrbanForum!

We're delighted to welcome Melissa Chrusfield to the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌿 Director of Communication & Engagement at PCC Wellness and a Community Advisory Committee member for West Side United, she’s a passionate advocate for her community.

Join us 4/8: urbanforum.uic.edu.

UIC professor Nik Theodore has dedicated his career to understanding the processes and effects of urbanization.

With unique insights on urban governance, economic informality, and social inequality, we can’t wait to hear from him at the #UICUrbanForum2025. 🌇

Join us 4/8: urbanforum.uic.edu.

On 4/8, Alonzo Waheed will join us to speak at the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌳 As Program Director at E.A.T., Alonzo is committed to uplifting communities through faith, service, and advocacy.

We look forward to hearing his insights on building thriving urban communities. Register: urbanforum.uic.edu.

Thrilled to have Dr. Phil Nyden, professor emeritus and Founding Director of Loyola’s Center for Urban Research & Learning, at #UICUrbanForum2025! 🏙️ A leader in university-community research, he explores what makes diverse communities thrive.

Join 4/8: urbanforum.uic.edu.

We're excited to welcome Khelan Todd, Chief Impact & Innovation Officer at the North Lawndale Employment Network, to the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌇

Founder of the Black Male Enterprise, he focuses on driving economic mobility and investing in underserved communities.

Join us 4/8: urbanforum.uic.edu.

We're delighted that Teresa Córdova, Director of the Great Cities Institute, will join us on 4/8 at the #UICUrbanForum2025 🏙️

We look forward to hearing her thoughts on strengthening community engagement to drive economic development 🌿

Learn more:
urbanforum.uic.edu

Join us at #UICUrbanForum2025 on April 8 to hear from Wim Wiewel! 🏙️

A former Dean of UIC’s College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs, Wim is a leading voice in urban development, civic engagement, and institutional leadership. 🚴‍♀️🌿

Register today: urbanforum.uic.edu!

We’re lucky to have Tony Woods, Founding Executive Director of Public Equity with 15+ years in restorative justice and mentorship, speaking at the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌇

Join us on 4/8 to learn from Tony how to invest in and transform our communities.

Sign up: uic.edu/urbanforum!

We can’t wait to welcome Keith Lewis to the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🏙️ Keith brings extensive experience in community engagement, advocacy, and leadership development. His work spans racial healing, mentorship, and advancing community collaboration.

Join us 4/8: uic.edu/urbanforum!

We're honored to welcome speaker Dr. Kate Albrecht to the #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌇

From government-nonprofit collaborations to advancing equity in public service delivery, Dr. Albrecht's research takes on complex policy issues with innovative solutions.

Sign up today: uic.edu/urbanforum!

Keynote speaker for the #UICUrbanForum2025 is Juan González, co-host of @democracynow.org and renowned journalist, author, and advocate. As former Daily News columnist, he brings decades of expertise on labor, environmental justice, and city affairs. 🏙️

Sign up: uic.edu/urbanforum

Mark your calendars for #UICUrbanForum2025! 🌇

Join us Tues, April 8 (11:30 AM - 4 PM) to explore how community engagement drives change. Hear from leaders in academia, business, & government on building partnerships for a better future. 🌿

Sign up at: go.uic.edu/urbanforum