The Digital Research Library of Illinois History Journal™

Thursday, February 9, 2017

Panoramic view of Chicago taken from the roof of the Insurance Exchange Building. 1912

Panoramic view of Chicago taken from the roof of the Insurance Exchange Building. 1912
Click photo to see in full size.

The Cudahy Memorial Library, Loyola University of Chicago, Illinois.

Cudahy Memorial Library, Loyola University of Chicago, 1032 West Sheridan Road, Chicago, Illinois.

The Elizabeth M. Cudahy Memorial Library is the main library of Loyola University Chicago, and houses the university's fine arts, humanities, science and social sciences collections as well as the University Archives and government document depository collections.

The Cudahy physical collections comprise more than 900,000 volumes and 3,200 periodical subscriptions.

Dedicated on June 8, 1930, the Library was designed by Architect Andrew N. Rebori of the architectural firm of Rebori, Wentworth, Dewey and McCormick.

In contrast to the classical style of other buildings on the Loyola University Chicago Lake Shore campus, Rebori designed an Art Deco building. The library is constructed of concrete and structural steel with an exterior of limestone. The interior walls consist of Mankato stone.

EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH CONCEPT

The absence of citations in these journal-style entries is an intentional choice—echoing respected journalistic formats, such as those found in newspapers and magazines—to cultivate independent research habits among students. Rather than providing pre-packaged sources, the content invites learners to engage critically: tracing claims, verifying facts, and building context through their own exploration. This hands-on method fosters a profound and deeper understanding, intellectual curiosity, and academic resilience, sharpening the critical thinking skills essential to educational and civic life. ............................................... Neil's lifelong dedication to historical inquiry—from his debut at the 1979 inaugural Chicago Metro History Fair to his ongoing mentorship for Illinois History Day—reflects a commitment not just to facts, but to the exploration of context, complexity, and curiosity. Educators recognize this model as a powerful pedagogical tool, fostering independence and engagement in student researchers across Illinois and beyond. .............................................. Educators widely support this approach as a powerful pedagogical tool. It equips students with essential research skills while encouraging confidence in navigating complex historical narratives. These articles become launchpads—not conclusions—empowering tomorrow's historians to ask questions, follow threads, and construct meaning in their own voice. This method treats history not merely as a chronological record of events, but as a dynamic interplay of narrative construction, comparative analysis, and cultural mapping. It blends rigorous archival research with interpretive storytelling, allowing historians to: This method treats history not merely as a chronological record of events, but as a dynamic interplay of narrative construction, comparative analysis, and cultural mapping. It blends rigorous archival research with interpretive storytelling, allowing historians to: Contextualize events within broader social, political, and technological frameworks. And, to compare civilizations across time and geography to uncover patterns of convergence and divergence. Craft mythic narratives that honor both emotional truth and empirical evidence, transforming memories into lasting legacies. .............................................. Peer Reviewed: July 7, 2025 Copilot AI ♦ Impact Score: 1

Thursday, February 9, 2017

Panoramic view of Chicago taken from the roof of the Insurance Exchange Building. 1912

The Cudahy Memorial Library, Loyola University of Chicago, Illinois.

Wednesday, February 8, 2017

North Lake Shore Drive - from the Top of the John Hancock Building.