In the Spotlight


The Chicago School prides itself on its community of proactive agents of change—the students, faculty, and alumni who are making a profound impact, both locally and globally. Our graduates are representations of The Chicago School's philosophy and approach to learning—they embrace a respect for individual and cultural differences, a commitment to serving the underserved, and the thoughtful integration of psychological theory, scientific research, and professional practice.

Read about some of the ways we are changing the world:


Dr. Michele Nealon-Woods

“Students need more than just technical tools; they need to be guided in understanding how their own belief systems and their level of psychological self-awareness influence their current and future competencies.” -Michele Nealon-Woods, President, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

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A Ray of Hope from Across the World

Chicago School alumna and faculty member, Dr. Marilee Aronson, is giving hope to youth in an impoverished South African community. Heavily involved in the Bokamoso Youth Centre in Winterveld, South Africa, Dr. Aronson helps provide career training, workshops, and scholarship opportunities to young adults whose future might otherwise look bleak.
Read more.

A Ray of Hope

When War Comes Home

For the thousands of U.S. children who have a military parent stationed overseas, homecomings can be hard. In a new program developed by The Chicago School and staffed by Chicago School students, children express themselves and their fears through music, drama, and art.
More about the Home Again project.

Transformations