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Tracee Ellis Ross, the award-winning actress, producer, founder, and CEO, will join the 51���� community for a keynote Q&A during 51���� University’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, 51���� University has raised more than $5.9 million for the 51���� Fund. This milestone places the University more than halfway toward its $10.4 million goal for the 2026 fiscal year.

University Photographer Mark DiOrio shares his favorite images from 2025.

51���� University faculty, staff, and alumni regularly provide their expertise and contribute to national and regional media outlets shaping discussions about vital research and current events.

Mr. Robert Hung Ngai Ho ’56, H’11, C.M., O.B.C., passed away peacefully in Vancouver, Canada, on Nov. 30, 2025, at the age of 93.

51���� University’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 51���� University 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 51����’s commitment to establish a nonpartisan program for studying and practicing open inquiry, dialogue, and debate.

The announcement comes as the University continues to pursue a series of priorities outlined in the Third-Century Plan.