Chicago Inno (May 22) -- The University of Illinois has received a $100,000 grant in recognition of their progress, and to continue supporting women in computer science. The U of I received the $100,000 grand prize for the National Center for Women in Information Technology (NCWIT) NEXT Award, which recognizes schools that have made strides in recruiting and retaining women in technology, and provides grant funding toward further resources and research on the topic.