Apr 2 2025

Russell Sage Foundation Campus Visit

April 2, 2025

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location

UIC Student Center East - Room 301/ UIC Institute for Humanities

Cost

Free

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The Offices of the Vice Chancellor for Advancement & Research are excited to welcome Dr. James Wilson, Program Director at the Russell Sage Foundation (RSF) to UIC. Dr. Wilson will present on RSF’s funding priorities, followed by one-on-one and small group meetings where faculty can pitch proposal ideas and receive feedback. Note that Dr. Wilson will not review concept papers, and AV will not be available for slide presentations. Meetings are by appointment only, available at Student Center East (morning) and the Institute for the Humanities (afternoon). Below are the event details:

  1. Presentation by Dr. James Wilson
    • Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • Location: UIC Student Center East - Room 301
    • Description: Dr. Wilson will discuss the Foundation’s priorities in social science research and their work towards the improvement of social and living conditions in the United States. This session is open to all and will provide in-depth insights on the Foundation’s impact.
    • RSVP: Link to RSVP form.
  2. One-on-One Consultations
    • Time: 10:15 AM - 11:30 PM (by appointment)
    • Duration: 15 minutes per consultation
    • Location: UIC Student Center East - Room 603
    • Description: Dr. Wilson will be available for one-on-one consultations following the presentation. These brief consultations are a unique opportunity to engage directly on your research or related questions.
    • Book Your Slot: Appointment Scheduling
  3. Lunchtime Panel Discussion with UIC Awardees
    • Time: Noon - 1:00 PM
    • Location: UIC Institute for Humanities, 1007 W Harrison St Suite 153, Chicago, IL 60607
    • Description: Join us for a moderated conversation with Dr. Wilson and UIC faculty who have previously received RSF funding. Dr. Wilson will engage in an in-depth panel discussion with UIC awardees, followed by a Q&A session with attendees. Space is limited, and registration includes a box lunch.
    • RSVP: Link to RSVP form.
  4. Second Round of One-on-One Consultations
    • Time: 1:15 PM - 3:50 PM (by appointment)
    • Duration: 15 minutes per consultation
    • Location: UIC Institute for Humanities, 1007 W Harrison St Suite 153, Chicago, IL 60607
    • Description: After the panel discussion, Dr. Wilson will be available for a second round of one-on-one consultations.
    • Book Your Slot: Appointment Scheduling

Please be sure to RSVP for the event and book your consultation slots via the links in advance to ensure your participation.

RSF Open Funding Announcements

More information about the Foundation is available at https://www.russellsage.org/.

Contact

Tracy Hough (Director of Foundation Relations)

Date posted

Mar 3, 2025

Date updated

Mar 5, 2025

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