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The Institute for the Humanities at the University of Illinois Chicago seeks to foster an intellectually vital, interdisciplinary community of scholars working at one of the nation’s most exciting urban research centers. As the hub of humanities scholarship on campus, the Institute provides a forum for intellectual exchange among faculty and students at UIC and other colleges and universities in the region. At its base, the Institute for the Humanities highlights the importance of public higher education. It provides a space for vigorous debate and exchange, so crucial in a democratic society.
The UIC Institute for the Humanities celebrated its forty years of operation in 2022. It is one of the oldest humanities centers in the United States. Over the years, the Institute has become the major hub for all humanities activities on campus, creating an intellectual space in which faculty and graduate students can broaden their perspectives, conduct original research, and engage with scholars and communities both in and outside the university.
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The Institute for the Humanities is sorry to share the news that former Director of the Institute and Professor Emerita of English Mary Beth Rose died peacefully on December 17, 2024. Her energy, leadership, brilliance, and kindness made an indelible mark on the Institute, on UIC, and on many other communities, and our thoughts are especially with those who had the great pleasure of knowing and working with her. Please see this lovely obituary which gives a sense of her rich life and many achievements and contributions.
She will be deeply missed.
A gathering to share memories and celebrate Mary Beth Rose will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2-5 pm, in Rettinger Hall at the Newberry Library. The Newberry is located at 60 West Walton Street, Chicago IL, 60610. You can find information about the library, including parking details, on their website at https://www.newberry.org/
This will be an open house with remarks at around 3, for those who have tight schedules that day. Some light refreshments that capture the spirit of Mary Beth’s legendary hospitality will be served.
In lieu of flowers, consider donating in memory of Mary Beth Rose—please identify this as a memorial gift in her name—to the Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness: https://act.chicagohomeless.org/a/donate