On June 5, 2025, the Campus-Community Compact hosted its “Compact in Action: Community Impact Stories” event at the Beckman Institute. The gathering welcomed Mayor Deborah Frank Feinen, Council Member Vanna Pianfetti, and key representatives from the City’s Equity and Engagement and Information Technologies Departments. Notable attendees included Community Relations Managers Tracy Parsons and Janel Gomez, along with Information Technologies Director Mark Toalson.
The event featured a morning of reflection, celebration, and community impact, and highlighted inspiring stories from individuals who have directly benefited from the Compact’s initiatives. These narratives emphasized the power of collective action and shared purpose in driving meaningful change across the community. The meeting also included a special recognition of Chancellor Robert Jones, who is concluding his impactful tenure at the University of Illinois.