Illinois Tech - School of Design and Society

Official account of @illinoistech's School of Design and Society. Design, policy, media & social impact.

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Caps off to the Class of 2025 graduates! Your curiosity, dedication, and drive have led you to this moment—now it’s time to take on what’s next. Congratulations, grads! 🎉🎓
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Just released: "The Sky’s the Limit", the biography of Illinois Tech Life Trustee John Calamos (ECON ’63, M.B.A. ’70). From a Chicago grocery store to Vietnam combat missions to building a $35B+ firm—his journey defines resilience and vision. Now available:https://t.co/n9kRaDzd8r

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Natasa Djordjevic (BCHM ’25) turned curiosity into impact, using hands-on research to find her path in biotech. A Camras and Duchossois Scholar, she led on campus and abroad. Next stop: a Ph.D. at the University of Michigan.
Read more: https://t.co/HKLfPFzbb3

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Huge congrats to the ACS IIT Student Chapter! They traveled to San Diego for the Spring 2025 ACS Conference, networked with researchers, attended career-building workshops, and accepted an Honorable Mention Award in person!

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Research in Berlin. Service in Bali. Leadership everywhere in between. Saurav Ayyagari (Public Policy, M.Eng. CMGT) built a global network and career foundation through hands-on experiences, seizing every chance to grow as a scholar and leader. Read more: https://t.co/L0xiWByRm4

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🎓 Save the date! Illinois Tech’s 156th Commencement Ceremony is set for May 17 at Credit Union 1 Arena. Let’s celebrate the class of 2025 and all they’ve achieved! More info: https://t.co/rsA6KMDlPL
#IllinoisTechGrad #ClassOf2025

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Biology Department Chair Lei Li shares insights on the challenges of de-extinction following a breakthrough in woolly mammoth gene editing. While scientists work toward bringing the mammoth back, Li highlights key ecological and genetic hurdles. Read more:
https://t.co/00vMowCQe0

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#IllinoisTech Professor Carly Kocurek is preserving the legacy of Disney’s Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser with Halcyon Daze, a documentary capturing capturing the fan community immersive storytelling behind the experience. Learn more:
https://t.co/WFTa0lVSLu

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From leading student orgs to impactful research, Adriana Zayia (CHEM 3rd Year) is making her mark at #Illinois Tech. As a Camras Scholar, she’s dedicated to service, leadership, and innovation—all while preparing to graduate in just three years:
https://t.co/6hgWPLkP0u

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Exciting news! Dean Jennifer deWinter is featured in TIME magazine’s special 40th-anniversary edition of Super Mario! She shares insights on the lasting joy and cultural impact of the iconic franchise. #SuperMario40 #LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters

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How much do you know about food science? For Senior Research Associate Amandeep Sandhu, it's a fusion of creativity and curiosity. Dive into the world of food science during our Food Science and Nutrition Department takeover next week! 🍽️🔬

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A team of students took home first place in a food innovation competition with their creation, Razz Fiber Flex—a versatile fiber syrup that enhances flavor and boosts health benefits. Read more: https://t.co/EoYkF08lKV

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From the basketball court to the medical field, Zach Parduhn '21 is now a U.S. Army medical student preparing to study traumatic brain injuries. Our Hands-on experiences and mentorship helped him find his passion for medicine. Read more: https://t.co/Bf6OdyNiQu @iitalumniassn

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Assistant Professor Rakshya Khatiwada has received a $750,000 Department of @ENERGY grant to develop a dark matter detector using crystalline sapphire. This approach could improve detection sensitivity and offer insights into quantum computing. Read more:https://t.co/pGSltEFOXK

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Transforming vision care one innovation at a time! Alex Damarjian, a Ph.D. candidate, developed PDI Check, a revolutionary low-cost tool for pediatric ophthalmologists using the Nintendo 3DS. Learn how this tech is changing medicine:https://t.co/0T43krm0rp #IllinoisTech

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How do we combat the loneliness epidemic? U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy warns of its serious health risks, but Illinois Tech Professor Nicole Legate explains that meaningful connections—online and offline—make all the difference. Read more: https://t.co/sVy5C7GygP

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Blend science and tech with a master's in analytical chemistry. Open doors to careers in food safety, pollution control, and more. Develop testing methods, solve real-world problems, and collaborate across industries. Learn more:
https://t.co/Y8RYDnnK1L
#STEMCareers

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How safe is the food on your plate? 🍽️ Illinois Tech Professor Wei Zhang shares tips to protect yourself from food borne illnesses, including staying informed about recalls and making smart food choices.
Learn more: https://t.co/gvCDstjU4k
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Where can a strong foundation in biology and biochemistry take you? For David Beam (BIOL ’20), it was his path to med school and a career as a hospitalist at UChicago Medicine. Read his inspiring journey:
https://t.co/y7HvqaYyeC

#LewisCollegeofScienceandLetters #AlumniStory

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What led South Korea’s President Yoon to declare martial law on December 3? Professor Matthew Shapiro shares his thoughts on this unexpected move and its chaotic aftermath. Read more on his insights here: https://t.co/NoE1HzPeBa
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