Day: May 9, 2017

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GSU Awards Scholarships to High School Seniors

University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is awarding its most prestigious academic scholarships to six high school seniors from across the Midwest. The scholarships, funded by the GSU Foundation, are presented to students who have exhibited excellence in high school performance and civic engagement. The elite Presidential Scholarship is awarded[Read More…]

Dr. Jun Zhao Dr. Andrae Marak new deans

GSU Celebrates Two New Deans

University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University announced via Twitter the appointment of two new deans. Dr. Jun Zhao will be the new Dean of the College of Business and Andrae Marak will be the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. More details to follow. Celebrating Drs. Jun Zhao and[Read More…]

password meter

Research Utilizes Data-driven Feedback to Help Users Strengthen Passwords

UChicago, Carnegie Mellon researchers design state-of-the-art password meter A new password meter offers real-time feedback and advice to help people create better passwords. CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017 One of the most popular passwords in 2016 was “qwertyuiop”—the string of horizontal letters from the top line of a keyboard. Even though most password[Read More…]

10th Annual South Suburban College Video Competition

South Suburban College Recognizes High School Students at 10th Annual Video Competition

John Geraci (left) Communication Professor at South Suburban College alongside Jodi Pelini (right) TV Production and Broadcast News Teacher at Dwight D. Eisenhower High School, with the Regional Award of Distinction at the 10th Annual SSC Video Competition. SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017.  South Suburban College (SSC), with the[Read More…]

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Military Strikes Continue Against ISIS Terrorists in Syria, Iraq, May 9, 2017

SOUTHWEST ASIA–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017 — U.S. and coalition military forces continued to attack the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria yesterday, conducting 27 strikes consisting of 84 engagements, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported today. Officials reported details of yesterday’s strikes, noting that assessments of results are[Read More…]

Comedy Cantina

5th Annual Comedy Cantina to be Held on Friday, May 12

Despite rhetoric and policy changes from current administration, community joins together to celebrate culture and raise funds for community schools CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017. Brighton Park Neighborhood Council (BPNC) and Mikey O Comedy Show present BPNC’s 5th Annual Comedy Cantina. BPNC partnered with Mikey O Comedy Show over 5 years ago to raise[Read More…]

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ACLU Issues Texas ‘Travel Advisory’

Traveling to Texas May Result in Violation of Constitutional Rights, ACLU Warns WASHINGTON —(ENEWSPF)–May 9,2017.  The American Civil Liberties Union issued a “travel alert” today informing anyone planning to travel to Texas in the near future to anticipate the possible violation of their constitutional rights when stopped by law enforcement.[Read More…]

Chelsea Manning

Chelsea Manning, Legal Team Statements on Her Upcoming Release From Military Prison

NEW YORK —(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017. Whistleblower Chelsea Manning will be released from U.S. military prison next week after serving a seven-year sentence for disclosing classified information that raised public awareness regarding the impact of war on innocent civilians. Manning, a transgender woman, was serving an unprecedented 35-year sentence for whistleblowing[Read More…]

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Attorney General Madigan Announces Lawsuit Against Metal Finishing Company Over Leaked Chemicals

Court Grants Madigan’s Request for Immediate Relief to Secure Facility and Prevent Additional Spills Chicago — (ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan yesterday announced a lawsuit against Krel Laboratories Inc. for improperly storing hazardous materials that leaked and spilled from numerous containers, jeopardizing public health. The court also granted[Read More…]

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