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Learn about those who challenge convention, inspire change, and lead with purpose. These features highlight the innovative ideas and bold perspectives that drive our community forward.

A bald man wearing glasses, a dark suit, a light blue shirt, and a patterned tie stands in an office setting, smiling at the camera—Joseph Troiani, author of A City at War: Chicago WWII.
August 21, 2025

‘A City at War’: Associate Professor Joseph Troiani, Ph.D., highlights Chicago’s WWII story

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February 13, 2025

The love we seek: How to build authentic and healthy relationships

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February 10, 2025

Preventing ‘revenge quitting:’ 5 things workplaces can do to help employees feel like they belong

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January 30, 2025

Disability Lead selects Adler’s Christena Gunther as 2025 Institute Fellow

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January 14, 2025

Elevating Latino Leadership: Adler’s Alex Perez joins CLCF Academy

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November 11, 2024

Adler alum leads charge in guiding the future of Army psychology

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October 17, 2024

To advocate for Chicago’s immigrant communities, Psy.D. student joins the city’s New Americans Advisory Council

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September 3, 2024

In the face of DEI backlash, belonging plays a key role to future success

Janna Henning
July 18, 2024

Professor Janna Henning, J.D., Psy.D., named president-elect of APA Division of Trauma Psychology

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July 11, 2024

Belonging in the workplace: Adler faculty on ensuring organizations empower employees to thrive

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July 8, 2024

Q&A: Dr. Guirguis-Younger looks back at serving as the Vancouver Campus’ Faculty Council chair

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May 31, 2024

Women Changing the World hono(u)rs Adler University Adjunct Faculty Andrea Carter with two prestigious awards

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