Social Innovation Conferences and Events
The Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation holds social impact events globally, offering insights into how the sector operates and helping our community members prepare to solve complex problems.
Upcoming Events
Civic Scholars Program Info Session
Thursday, March 27 | 5 - 6 p.m. | Virtual
The Civic Scholars Program at Chicago Booth offers a full-tuition scholarship for professionals currently working in 501(c) nonprofit or government organizations who apply to the Evening or Weekend MBA programs.
If you or someone you know is interested in the program and committed to a long-term career in the social sector, we invite you to join the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation for a virtual Civic Scholars Program Information Session to learn how this opportunity supports civic leaders seeking to further their education.
Participants may register for a March or April session.
Golub Capital Social Impact Lab Annual Lecture: A conversation with Carmita Semaan and Tyeise Huntley
Thursday, April 3 | 5 - 7 p.m. | The Study Hotel - 1227 E 60th St, Chicago, IL 60637
Join us for the annual Golub Capital Social Impact Lab Annual Lecture: Leading Through Crisis, Opportunity, and Growth in the Black Community. This year’s lecture features Carmita Semaan, founder and CEO of The Surge Institute in conversation with Tyeise Huntley, director of the Golub Capital Social Impact Lab at the Rustandy Center. The speakers will explore transformative leadership in the Black community through crisis and growth, highlighting historical resilience, collective action, and the importance of mentorship, advocacy, and economic empowerment that create sustainable opportunities for future generations.
Lunch and Learn: Exploring the Blue Paradox with SC Johnson and Griffin MSI
Monday, April 14 | 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Harper Center 219 and Griffin MSI
Audience: Booth students
Join the Rustandy Center for an afternoon of insight and impact as we explore The Blue Paradox, an interactive exhibit highlighting the dangers plastics present to our oceans and planet, at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry.
The afternoon begins at Harper with a lunch and learn featuring experts from SC Johnson and Griffin MSI, followed by a walk to the museum and a tour of the exhibit. This is a unique opportunity to engage with the minds behind The Blue Paradox exhibit and discuss pressing issues like climate change and plastic pollution
Impact Investing 101 with Priya Parrish, '09
Thursday, April 17 | 5 - 7 p.m. | Virtual
Audience: Booth alumni
This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the impact investing ecosystem, including its history, evolution, and current landscape led by Priya Parrish, '09, Chicago Booth adjunct assistant professor and Rustandy Center executive in residence. Parrish, a partner and chief investment officer at Impact Engine, brings expertise from the venture capital and private equity spaces, where she invests in companies that drive impact in economic empowerment, education, environmental sustainability, and health.
Civic Scholars Program Info Session
Tuesday, April 29 | 5 - 6 p.m. | Virtual
The Civic Scholars Program at Chicago Booth offers a full-tuition scholarship for professionals currently working in 501(c) nonprofit or government organizations who apply to the Evening or Weekend MBA programs.
If you or someone you know is interested in the program and committed to a long-term career in the social sector, we invite you to join the Rustandy Center for Social Sector Innovation for a virtual Civic Scholars Program Information Session to learn how this opportunity supports civic leaders seeking to further their education.
Participants may register for a March or April session.
