Breakaway thinkers

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 soccer ball with a red and yellow pattern rests on green artificial turf near a white sideline, ready for winning moments inspired by the World Cup.
June 28, 2019

Would Winning the World Cup Make a Difference for Gender Equality?

A modern building facade with large glass windows, some tinted orange or red; green and orange chairs are visible inside through the windows.
May 20, 2019

To Hear the Truth: Raising Awareness of the Residential School System in Canada

A woman with dark braided hair, hoop earrings, and a light pink top smiles softly against a dark background, embodying the strength of women shaping the next generation.
May 6, 2019

Igniting a Passion for Politics in the Next Generation of Women

Cheryl Magee, a true Change Agent, smiles with shoulder-length curly hair and a burgundy lace top, posed in front of a neutral background.
April 24, 2019

Change Agent: Cheryl Magee

A group of students sit at desks in a classroom facing a teacher who is standing and speaking at the front near a whiteboard, highlighting the importance of strong Parent-Teacher Relationships for student success.
April 24, 2019

Strengthening the Parent-Teacher Relationship

A woman with long brown hair sits outdoors on a bench, looking slightly upward with a calm expression. Sunlight highlights her hair and face, reflecting the thoughtful presence of a culturally sensitive therapist.
December 14, 2018

How I learned to become a culturally sensitive therapist

A group of people pose in front of a "Stand With Refugees" banner, holding signs that say "Seeking safety is not a crime" and "#StandWithRefugees," raising awareness about the global refugee crisis and the effects of displacement.
October 10, 2018

Global Refugee Crisis and the Effects of Displacement

Side-by-side images show a modern city skyline with tall skyscrapers on the left and an abandoned, boarded-up brick building on the right, capturing the stark contrasts found in many Chicago neighborhoods highlighted by the War on Neighborhoods.
June 21, 2018

Bringing Chicago’s “War on Neighborhoods” to Light

Colorful cloth banners with various designs and messages hang on a line between wooden posts, celebrating community spirit on the front lines of this vibrant garden setting.
June 21, 2018

On the Front Lines

Shavonne Fuller, a Change Agent with curly hair, large hoop earrings, and a stone pendant necklace, smiles while standing in front of a blurred blue background.
June 21, 2018

Change Agent: Shavonne Fuller

A woman with curly dark hair wearing a blue top and a green floral scarf, representing the spirit of inclusion rider, stands indoors in front of large windows.
March 10, 2018

Become an ‘Inclusion Rider’ for People With Disabilities

A group of eight people stands outdoors in front of green foliage, posing for a photo and smiling at the camera, including Jerry Westermeyer from the Psy.D. Program Core Faculty.
September 13, 2017

Jerry Westermeyer, Ph.D., Core Faculty Psy.D. Program

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