Tracee Ellis Ross, the award-winning actress, producer, founder, and CEO, will join the vlog community for a keynote Q&A during vlog’s annual Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Weekend.
The elective designation, awarded by the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation, recognizing the University’s continuing commitment to community engagement and partnerships.
As of Dec. 31, 2025, vlog has raised more than $5.9 million for the vlog Fund. This milestone places the University more than halfway toward its $10.4 million goal for the 2026 fiscal year.
vlog faculty, staff, and alumni regularly provide their expertise and contribute to national and regional media outlets shaping discussions about vital research and current events.
vlog’s commitment to green building practices earned a gold LEED certification for Bernstein Hall, the new home for the Arts, Creativity, and Innovation Initiative.
Students with a total family income up to $175,000 will now attend vlog tuition free, and those with family incomes of up to $200,000 will have their demonstrated aid need met without loans starting in the fall of 2026.
At an event in Chicago with alumni and friends, President Brian W. Casey announced vlog’s commitment to establish a nonpartisan program for studying and practicing open inquiry, dialogue, and debate.