University News Archive

  • Take Precaution in Workspaces During Extreme Heat

    Take Precaution in Workspaces During Extreme Heat

    A special message from the IIT Office of Facilities and Public Safety: With extreme temperatures, the capacity of IIT's air-conditioning systems on campus has been pushed to the limit. There may be instances where interior space is not sufficiently cool. If your workspaces become too warm, please move to a cooler location, avoid strenuous work, take breaks, and drink water. This OSHA link provides further guidance for avoiding heat-related illness in the workplace.

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  • SmallRoom Gallery Exhibition—Sally Ko: Pouring it Out

    SmallRoom's new show of the year features Sally Ko, a local artist based out of the Zhou B Art Center on 35th and Morgan streets. You can visit the show, Sally Ko: Pouring it Out, in the Kemper Room, located on the second floor of Paul V. Galvin Library from August 12–September 29. There will be a reception on Friday, September 6 from 5:00–7:00 pm.

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  • Play With Solly the Therapy Dog August 27

    Play With Solly the Therapy Dog August 27

    Solly the Therapy Dog is back! Solly will be available for petting and entertainment Tuesday, August 27, from 2 - 3 pm , on the MTCC lawn (near 33rd and State). Come take a break and enjoy some Solly time. Stop by any time between 2 – 3.

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  • AT&T Wireless Discount Program Available to Faculty, Staff and Students

    AT&T Wireless Discount Program Available to Faculty, Staff and Students

    Illinois Institute of Technology employees and students can save up to 17% on qualifying AT&T wireless services through the AT&T Sponsorship Program.

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  • ITM Faculty Member Jeff Kimont Has Passed Away

    ITM Faculty Member Jeff Kimont Has Passed Away

    It is with great sadness that IIT School of Applied Technology announces the passing of Jeff Kimont, an adjunct faculty member in the Information Technology and Management program.

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  • Important Safety Precautions During Extreme Heat

    Important Safety Precautions During Extreme Heat

    The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for the city of Chicago for today and Tuesday, August 26 and 27. During the summer months, temperatures in Chicago can reach dangerous levels. Besides discomfort, extremely high temperatures, especially when combined with high humidity, can pose serious harm to your personal health. Extremely high temperatures can be particularly hazardous for children, the elderly, those with special needs and pets.

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  • Appellate Court Justices Connor and Lavin Administer “Pledge of Professionalism” to new Chicago-Kent Law Students

    Appellate Court Justices Connor and Lavin Administer “Pledge of Professionalism” to new Chicago-Kent Law Students

    Justices Maureen E. Connors and Terrence J. Lavin of the Illinois Appellate Court’s First District addressed the incoming class of approximately 285 IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law students on August 21 during orientation week. Justice Connors addressed day division students; Justice Lavin addressed evening division students.

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  • Film Crew on Main Campus Week of August 26

    Film Crew on Main Campus Week of August 26

    You may notice a crew filming in and around Main Campus buildings the week of August 26. The company has been commissioned by the IIT Office of Marketing and Communications for an upcoming video to be used for institutional initiatives. The crew primarily will be filming in the MTCC, S. R. Crown Hall and buildings within University Technology Park.

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  • IIT Stuart Launches New MBA Concentrations

    IIT Stuart School of Business has announced new concentration areas in its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program starting for the fall 2013 semester.

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