Chicago State Foundation

Big things are happening at Chicago State University!

From bold plans for a vibrant, walkable University Village on the South Side, to an inspiring Student Research Day showcasing the brilliance of our undergraduate scholars, to the transformative impact of philanthropy fueling student success—our latest newsletter highlights the momentum driving CSU forward.

These stories reflect our commitment to expanding opportunity, strengthening our community, and investing in the future of our students.

Read more and stay connected—because when our students succeed, our communities thrive.

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Driving Career Readiness Through Partnership and Practice

At CSU, Chicago State Career Services is connecting academics to real-world opportunities, helping students build the communication, leadership, and professional skills employers expect.

This past fall:
- 200+ students engaged
- Nearly 40 employer partners connected

These experiences, from career fairs to employer-led programming, are expanding access to internships and career pathways.

We’re proud to partner with companies like United Airlines, whose Summer Associates USA program provides CSU students with meaningful, hands-on experience.

⭐ Student Spotlight: Taylor Robinson (Spring 2026) ⭐
Incoming Human Resources Intern, United Airlines

“I’ve learned how to be adaptable, work with diverse groups of people, and carry myself professionally in different environments. I’m grateful for the foundation and proud to represent CSU.”

CSU is committed to ensuring students graduate not just career-aware, but career-ready.

This is what collective impact looks like.

Let’s keep the momentum going. Your support continues to open doors for our students.

Big news, bold milestones, and even brighter futures ahead ✨

In our latest newsletter:
🎉 We celebrated our first-ever Giving Day—raising an incredible $138,519 thanks to our amazing community
🏆 President Scott was named 2026 Trailblazer in Higher Education
⚡ And we’re opening doors for students through the ComEd Scholars Program

These stories are just the beginning. See how momentum is building—and how you’re part of it.

👉 Read the full newsletter now: https://conta.cc/3NYgT0c

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Wrapping up Women’s History Month, we honor non-degreed alumna and Olympian Rosalyn Evette Bryant for her excellence, determination, and groundbreaking achievements in women’s athletics. What began as a college athlete at Chicago State turned into a trailblazer on the world stage. Her dedication and perseverance inspired generations of women to pursue greatness with confidence and courage and still resonates with the CSU community today. We celebrate her legacy and lasting impact on women in sports and beyond.

This Women’s History Month, we honor the life and legacy of the late alumna Karen Yarbrough, a trailblazing leader whose impact on Chicago and Illinois politics will never be forgotten.

Karen Yarbrough devoted decades to public service, breaking barriers and uplifting communities through her leadership, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to equity. From the Chicago City Council to the Illinois General Assembly, and ultimately as Cook County Clerk from 2018 until her passing in 2024, she led with strength, compassion, and purpose. Today, we honor her contributions and celebrate a woman who truly helped shape the political landscape of Illinois.

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This week in Women’s History Month, we celebrate women in STEM. Alumna Marnie Boyd has demonstrated extraordinary dedication leaving a lasting impact on STEM education in the Roseland community. For 37 years, Ms. Boyd has led the Chicago State University Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (PREP), earning countless awards and opening doors to create pathways for thousands of underrepresented students of color to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Through her leadership, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to equity, she has inspired generations of students to see themselves as engineers, innovators, and leaders. Her work has not only transformed individual lives, but has strengthened the future of STEM by ensuring it is more inclusive and representative.

We celebrate Marnie Boyd for her legacy of service, empowerment, and excellence.

This week in Women’s History Month, we celebrate women in STEM. Alumna Jacqueline Stevens is a dedicated chemist, scientist and mentor who is helping shape the next generation of STEM leaders.

Driven by a passion for learning and giving back, Jacqueline joined CSU as a Laboratory Coordinator for the NSF QuBBE program and in 2024 was promoted to Program Coordinator. In this role, she helps guide the planning, management, and implementation of QuBBE initiatives while ensuring the program continues to expand opportunities for students in emerging STEM fields.

Through the QuBBE Quantum Sensing Summer Program, Jacqueline helps introduce students to innovative areas of science they may have never encountered before—opening doors to discovery, confidence, and future careers in STEM.

Her commitment to education, mentorship, and scientific advancement embodies the spirit of Women’s History Month—lifting as she climbs and inspiring the scientists of tomorrow.

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