Critical & analytical thinking

Women in History Spotlight: Natalia M. Belting
Natalia M. Belting earned her B.A. in 1936 and M.A. in 1937 from Illinois. She joined the History Department in 1940 and was the first woman promoted to Associate Professor. Teaching from 1941 to 1985, she authored several books, including children's history books, and received the Mother’s Association Medal of Honor. Her faculty papers and personal journals are archived at the University.
- Prof. Min Zhan of the School of Social Work has been appointed Director of WGGP beginning August 16. Min brings a long history of collaboration with WGGP and its Gender Relations in International Development interdisciplinary graduate minor, which is housed in the School of Social Work, where... Read full story Dr. Min Zhan named as WGGP Director

Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Parul Choudhary
Dr. Parul Choudhary, GRID Alumna, is an architect, planner, organic farmer and social impact entrepreneur. We asked Dr. Parul Choudhary about her current work and here are snippets of what she shared: What is the focus of your current work and/or the subject of your current research? I, Parul Choudhary MURP 2004 and GRID minor have been working in India post my graduation from UIUC as an architect, planner, organic farmer and social impact entrepreneur. I always refer to my UIUC experience as a mini world experience and have...