ThinkChicago: Lollapalooza 2016, a three-day event from July 27-29, recently brought together 200 of the nation’s top technology, engineering and computer science students to explore Chicago’s vibrant technology ecosystem and attend Lollapalooza, one of the country’s most popular music festivals. This year, ThinkChicago received nearly 700 applications for the expanded [...]

The downloadable spreadsheet provides current and historical demographic data for downtown Chicago, Chicago city, and the Chicago MSA.  Data includes population, age, income, race, and ancestry. Demographics (Downtown, City, MSA) 2015 The post Demographics (Downtown, City, MSA) appeared first on World Business Chicago. [...]

Chicago Inno takes an inside look at the city’s ecosystem, talent, successes, and flaws By Jim Dallke and Karis Hustad, Originally published by ChicagoInno.com  Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about Chicago’s tech community and its perceived flaws. Crain’s asked “What’s wrong with Chicago tech startups?” after Cleversafe sold to IBM. Forbes wrote “Howto [...]

125 of the Nation’s Top Technology and Engineering Students in Chicago To Learn About Chicago’s Growing Technology Industry and Vibrant Urban Culture Mayor Emanuel announced today the launch of ThinkChicago: Lollapalooza 2015, a three-day event that will introduce the city’s fast-growing technology industry and one of the country’s most popular musical [...]

The downloadable spreadsheet contains data pertaining to degrees and enrollment in colleges and universities in the Chicago region.  Data are updated as new information becomes available. Chicago Colleges & Universities – Enrollment, Degrees (2012) The post Chicago Colleges and Universities appeared first on World Business Chicago. [...]