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Project Sidewalk. Civic Engagement, Research and Service Learning Institute

Learn about how to advocate for better sidewalks in your neighborhood and research.

Earn 20+ service learning hours
Open to high school students
Optional university research opportunities

When: July 29 to August 1, 2024 from 10am to 3pm

learn more at: https://accessiblecommunities.org/

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' Abeer Mahmoud is a co-author of a study that shows a possible link between lung cancer in Black men in Chicago and stress: https://today.uic.edu/black-men-lung-cancer-stress/

In the realm of studies and inclusive research, two remarkable individuals have carved a path that highlights the power of collaboration and the importance of lived experience. ' Lieke van Heumen and Courtney, an Athlete Leader and Health Messenger at Special Olympics Illinois, have formed a dynamic partnership that has impacted the field of disability studies.

Learn about the inspiring partnership between Dr. Lieke van Heumen of University of Illinois Chicago and Courtney, Athlete Leader and Health Messenger at Special Olympics Illinois, as they champion inclusive research and the power of lived experience in disability studies.

Their collaborative efforts, from developing accessible health resources to promoting self-advocacy, highlight the importance of inclusivity.

Read the full article to learn more about their impactful work and shared vision: bit.ly/45ILLGe

Join us Thursday, July 11 at noon CT for the Info Session: Faculty Spotlight to meet Clinical Assistant Professor and Associate Director of Health Informatics Programs, Laura Mills! RSVP: go.uic.edu/HI-HIMInfoSession_July11

The fall 2024 deadline is extended to Monday, July 15! Play a vital role in the evolution of healthcare and apply for the Online Health Informatics or Health Information Management programs today. Apply: go.uic.edu/HI-HIMApply_Now

Congratulations, Khorizon! We're of you! Our UIC Biomedical Visualization program is the second-oldest and one of only five accredited programs of its kind in North America. Learn more at: https://ahs.uic.edu/biomedical-health-information-sciences/admissions-and-programs/ms-in-biomedical-visualization/

Congratulations, Raisa! We're of you! For over 100 years, our UIC Biomedical Visualization program has been integrating medicine, life science, communication, technology, visual learning, research, artistic training, and more. Learn more at: https://ahs.uic.edu/biomedical-health-information-sciences/admissions-and-programs/ms-in-biomedical-visualization/

Congratulations, Alex! We're of you! Our Master of Science in Biomedical Visualization students become highly-skilled science visualization specialists in medical illustration, animation, interactive media, gaming, haptics, and virtual and augmented reality, working on the frontiers of discovery. Learn more at: https://ahs.uic.edu/biomedical-health-information-sciences/admissions-and-programs/ms-in-biomedical-visualization/

Congratulations, Riley! We're of you! Learn about our Master of Science in Biomedical Visualization degree program, where art, life science, medicine and technology meet to better communicate with the world: https://ahs.uic.edu/biomedical-health-information-sciences/admissions-and-programs/ms-in-biomedical-visualization/

Read our latest faculty spotlight article to learn about Dr. Kal Pasupathy and the skills students will develop through UIC’s Online BHIS program. Read more: go.uic.edu/HI-HIMPasupathy

Congratulations to Maria Larson on receiving the 2023-24 AHS Staff Award of Merit for her service, commitment and dedication to the college and our students. https://inside.ahs.uic.edu/inside-ahs/faculty-and-staff-resources/ahs-honors-and-recognition/ -staff-award-of-merit UIC Department of Occupational Therapy

' Sabrin Rizk, assistant professor in the UIC Department of Occupational Therapy, leveraged the 2019 National Survey of Early Care and Education to predict the likelihood of access to health and developmental screening in center-based child care and early education settings, as a function of young children’s race/ethnicity and program-level factors.

Meet our 2023-24 Faculty Fellow, Dr. Sabrin Rizk. Dr. Rizk's project, "Childcare Access to Health and Developmental Screenings in US Children 0-5 Years Old" leverages the 2019 National Survey of Early Care and Education to predict the likelihood of access to health and developmental screening in center-based child care and early education settings, as a function of young children’s race/ethnicity and program-level factors.pipeline and support transitions to the physician workforce pathway.

Read more here: https://irrpp.uic.edu/research-2/faculty-fellows/

In the summer of 2000, ' Yolanda Suarez-Balcazar and Fabricio Balcazar were invited to the Universidad de Sevilla to teach a course on community-based participatory research. In the 24 years since, the two have created a strong, reciprocal partnership with their colleagues at the university to empower diverse populations from different geographical and cultural contexts. https://ahs.uic.edu/occupational-therapy/news/ahs-professors-continue-20-year-collaboration-with-university-of-seville/

Health optimization is only a few clicks away with these five apps. Read our new article examining this year’s top health apps and how they might benefit you! Read more: go.uic.edu/HI-HIMHealthApps

The Disabled I AM story map is a living project. People residing in the city of who identify with having a and want to share their stories are invited to fill out this questionnaire.

T.J. Gordon Jr.’s second ongoing project focuses on former high school with disabilities. Are you an athlete who played an IHSA Illinois High School Association sport and graduated in 2022 or earlier? Fill out this form until June 5 at 11:59 pm CST, when submissions close.

IDHD researcher spotlights stories of disability T.J. Gordon Jr. has developed two projects collecting personal stories of both the struggle and the pride of living with disability

Meet Alex Geib, a UIC student pursuing his Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Health Informatics (PBC HI). Read our latest student spotlight article to learn about Alex’s educational journey and how he applies his knowledge to professional settings. Read more: go.uic.edu/HIArticleGeib

Women have a higher risk of and related disability, but they are underrepresented in stroke clinical trials. This recent study identified modifiable barriers to the enrollment of women in a post-stroke and treadmill training study.

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/15459683241230028

UIC Department of Physical Therapy, UIC College of Applied Health Sciences, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University

will offer a new minor in health information management starting in fall 2024. Open to all University of Illinois Chicago undergraduate students majoring in any discipline, the 100% online program will teach the fundamentals of acquiring, analyzing and protecting medical information. To learn more, visit: https://ahs.uic.edu/biomedical-health-information-sciences/news/minor-in-health-information-management-begins-fall-2024

Tomer Kanan was honored with the 2024 Silver Circle Award at the commencement on May 4 for his teaching excellence and the strong bond he builds with students. This recognition — presented annually since 1996 to one faculty member from each of UIC’s colleges — is awarded not by fellow faculty or administrators, but by the graduating seniors. Full story: https://ahs.uic.edu/kinesiology-nutrition/news/professor-tomer-kanan-honored-by-ahs-class-of-2024/

Researchers at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invite you to participate in a voluntary research study. Please refer to the attached study flyer for more information or share this information with anyone who you believe may be interested.