Dominican University

Dominican University is a private, student-centered institution in River Forest, Illinois, serving the broader Chicago region. The university’s location provides direct access to the Illinois Medical District and a dense corporate ecosystem, and programs embed internships, practicums, and capstone collaborations aligned with employer needs. Applied laboratories and healthcare simulation facilities support hands-on work with community and industry partners, and flexible engagement models accommodate short pilots, data collaborations, and workforce upskilling. Research activity is focused yet supported by competitive federal, state, and foundation funding; dedicated sponsored programs staff streamline agreements, compliance, and data-use or IRB coordination.