News
Achieving Diversity
Glad We Asked
In The Chronicle of Higher Education, President Ray reflects on "walking the walk" after Elmhurst adds a question about sexual identity to its application.
Niebuhr's Influence
Continuing Relevance Today
On the Chicago Public Radio program Eight Forty Eight, President Ray discusses the lasting legacy of alumnus Reinhold Niebuhr.
News
Trustee Lamell McMorris to Chair Red Cross Diversity Council
The Washington, D.C.-based public affairs expert and human rights advocate will start his new post immediately.
Historian Keith Koeneman Offers Appraisal of Mayor Richard M. Daley
Chicago historian Keith Koeneman discussed his biography of the former mayor at Elmhurst on May 8.
Student-Researcher Wins Award at National Conference
Senior Matt Rohde is honored for his research on the ways in which companies encourage innovation.
Author Michael Pollan Talks About Cooking as Transformation
The award-winning author's latest book, Cooked, argues that the best predictor of health is whether your food is cooked by a person or a corporation.
Elmhurst College Announces Its 2013 Honorary Degree Recipients
Two prominent alumni and the president of the Association of American Colleges and Universities will be honored during Commencement on June 1, 2013.
Jean Hatmaker Joins Elmhurst Faculty
The newest member of Elmhurst’s music faculty, cellist Jean Hatmaker is an active performer throughout the Chicago area.
Chicago Tribune Critic Talks about the Future of Movie-going
On April 25, Chicago Tribune film critic Michael Phillips examined the impact of technology on one of America’s favorite pastimes.
Cultural Critic Laura Kipnis Presents a Defense of Narcissism
Author, teacher, artist and cultural critic Laura Kipnis presented the Genevieve Staudt Guestship Lecture on April 24.
Campus Cleaning Up After Severe Rains and Flooding
Crews get to work to address flooding and water damage in classroom and residential buildings.
Chicago Teachers Union President Discusses the Problems of Urban Education
In an April 15 lecture at Elmhurst, Karen Lewis talked about education reform efforts, school closings, and the impact of entrenched poverty.
Neil deGrasse Tyson Urges U.S. to Shoot for the Moon—and Beyond
On April 4, the renowned astrophysicist called for a revitalized national space program to reinvigorate interest in science and engineering.
College to Celebrate Arbor Day With Multiple Tree Plantings
Arbor Day activities mark the College’s third year to be designated a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.
Elmhurst College to Host Recycling Extravaganza on April 20
A wide variety of items, from electronics to books, will be welcomed, reused or recycled.
Campus Does First Controlled Burn Around West Hall
On March 30, a controlled fire was set to destroy overgrowth of weeds and plants and to encourage new growth.
Activist Church Leaders Discuss the Challenges and Promise of Urban Ministry
On March 21, Father Michael Pfleger, Pastor Corey Brooks and other activist clergy met during the Sacred Conversations on Urban Ministry.
