Welcome to Your City: Chicago

2023 B-school graduate interested in mental health space, currently working at NOCD. My partner is currently studying at Kellogg, hence we both recently moved to Chicago.

I work at a food-technology company that makes fungi-based protein, and come from a background of working on sustainability and climate issues via consulting. I recently moved to Chicago and am looking to meet other members of the Harvard & climate community here.

I am Selam Kahsay, a recent graduate of the Harvard Graduate School of Education, where I earned a Master's degree in Education Policy and Analysis. Additionally, I serve as the Chairman and Founder of the Alula's Dream Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the establishment of youth centers and schools, as well as the provision of mental health support and trauma healing practices to victims of the Tigray war. At present, I am actively seeking employment opportunities and am open to the possibility of relocating. Your consideration of my qualifications and aspirations would be greatly appreciated.

I focus on early stage emerging companies. Mostly tech.

MBA student at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Just moved to Chicago after graduating from the Masters of Design Engineering program. I’m currently on the market for jobs in the civic tech space, and also interested in meeting new people in Chicago.

First-year PhD student at the University of Chicago in Anthropology (Archaeology track!)

Originally from Puerto Rico, I’m currently living in Chicago pursuing an MPP at the University of Chicago. I’m excited to connect with alumni in the city!

I’m a surgeon/chair/entrepreneur who’s currently serving as President of the Harvard Club of Chicago - welcome to everyone and I hope you all continue to participate in HCC events!

I am an educator, learner - and Chicago kid! I work towards Civic Justice to ensure each of us - of every race, faith, and background - thrives in America. Ask me about kayaking on Lake Michigan, and cycling along DuSable/LSD.

A physician from Egypt I earned an MPH in 2021 from the Chan School. Worked in the humanitarian field specializing in cancer care as part of WHO in Geneva. Just moved to Chicago to start another masters at UChicago in precision health.

Hello I graduated from Divinity School in '21 majoring in Islamic philosophy and philosophy of religion. Currently teaching and researching as a fellow at a liberal arts college in Karachi, Pakistan.

Hello, I'm a classically trained guitarist , arts administrator, and scholar who is currently pursuing his PhD in Music History/Theory at The University of Chicago.

Current MD-PhD student at Feinberg studying Medicine and Chemistry. Interested in drug-development, biotech, and applications of science into wider society.

Suchi leads the Community and Economic Development group at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago and was appointed interim Community Affairs Officer in May 2023.

Passionate about data driven design for inclusive and engaging spatial experience such as mixed-use complex, residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, etc., and have been part of many large local projects like the Willis Tower renovation, multiple West Loop developments, etc. Love to chat about industry shifting innovation and technologies.

I am a medical doctor from Universidad de Los Andes in Colombia who is completing a residency training in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at University of Iowa. I worked as a research fellow at Massachusetts Eye and Ear doing translational research for 3 years and studied a Master of Public Health at Harvard T.H Chan School of Public Health. I am very interested in global health particularly in expanding access to surgical care in low-middle income settings and improving access to cutting-edge medical devices. I hope to meet more Harvard graduates from the Mid-West and generate new opportunities for working together

Specialized in adult learning, capacity building, and EdTech, I am currently working at McKinsey on Global Social Responsibility. My focus is on managing learning & development programs that help organizations make demonstrable progress on DEI, improving talent pipelines, and unlocking the full potential of historically underrepresented people in the workplace. I just moved to Chicago with my partner, and I'm looking forward to meeting more Harvard fellows.

Spoken word artist & educator, hoping to establish greater community for both intellectual and artistic fellowship

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I grew up in the Chicagoland area and am excited to have moved back just this summer after

Hi! I'm Vero. I make complex ideas accessible through serious play. I put the “fun” in fundraising. I’m always looking for collaborations that celebrate and expand my background as a non-profit professional, artist, and educator. In the studio, I make climate change personal through data-driven installations and performances. In the gallery, I facilitate community-centered exhibitions and participatory art experiences. From 2016 to 2020, I served as a curator at the University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art and designed innovative, collegiate-level curricula in the visual arts for both the University of Iowa and Kirkwood Community College. Simultaneously, I co-created collaborative arts experiences for learners of all ages and academic backgrounds. These experiences included a music festival in an operational parking ramp, museum pub trivia nights, hidden histories architectural tours, and pop-up pattern parties. Since 2020, I have expanded my pedagogical purview to planning and implementing interdisciplinary, project-based approaches for teaching middle and high school. My collaborative classrooms simultaneously serve learners across age and skill level. This flexible approach challenges and inspires each learner through real-world projects and experiences. In 2022, I founded a boutique consultancy to support creative professionals and arts organizations in balancing financial sustainability and the inherently nonlinear, messy process of making.

Recently moved to Chicago, looking to connect to fellow Harvard graduates.

I'm in environmental justice in Woodlawn neighborhood on the southside of Chicago.

Hi everybody! My name is Ambria, and I'm from the Chicagoland area. I'm applying to doctoral programs this fall; I enjoy running, trying new restaurants, and making friends. I'm a Cubs fan but happy to go to a Sox game. I hope to meet someone new at this event. See you there!

I am now a Ph.D. student of the Art History Department at the University of Chicago.

I just moved to the city and am excited to connect with everyone! I received my Master’s in Human Development and Education, but am interested in exploring the corporate world for a bit.

Yousef is an accomplished business operations and transformation professional with a proven track record of success in highly competitive markets. He specializes in operations, strategy, leadership, and efficiency improvement in industries such as construction, manufacturing, and wholesale.

I develop workflows and systems for scalable operations in real estate, construction, and architecture. I create and drive a rhythm of business, including the quarterly planning process. I also help Principals make decisions quickly and with the right information. I work with firm owners who have expansion initiatives that require strategic planning and execution; or have a need to delegate tasks and special projects. Please reach out. Let's build together!

Love the outdoors, hiking, golf, and craft breweries.

Maggie Akers is a Program Manager on the Education for Social Impact team at Google in Chicago, Illinois. Her work is focused on designing and implementing programming for students from historically marginalized communities in tech pursuing bachelors degrees in computing. She is passionate about supporting students as they build the confidence, community, and skills to thrive in their academic pursuits and future careers in tech. Maggie started her career at Google in June 2013 and has held various staffing and campus outreach roles, but has been in her current role as Program Manager since Oct 2018. She graduated from the Harvard Graduate School of Education in May 2022 with a Ed.M. in Education Policy and Management as part of the virtual, part-time cohort during the pandemic. Maggie received her B.S. in Kinesiology with a concentration in Sport Management from the University of Texas in Austin in May 2013.

Clinician, teacher, and researcher. Enjoy international travel, visiting museums, watching films and broad way shows.

I'm focused on launching a climate adaptation startup. Outside of work I love exploring Chicago while jogging, biking, or walking around neighborhoods. I enjoy cooking and bringing people together.

Currently pursuing a 2-year MPP degree at UChicago Harris!