University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Governors State University College of Education will host information sessions for certified teachers interested in earning a Master of Arts in Reading in an on-campus graduate cohort program beginning in Fall 2011. An optional Bilingual/English Second Language endorsement also will be offered. For convenience, two information[Read More…]
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Sen. Mark Kirk Is Getting Blue Cross/Blue Shield Insurance, Paid For By Taxpayers
Illinois-(ENEWSPF)- That’s the story, folks. Will Mark Kirk, U.S. Senator Mark Kirk, ditch his Blue Cross Blue/Shield health care, paid for by the tax payers of the United States of America? Will Mark Kirk, U.S. Senator Mark Kirk from the land of Lincoln, demonstrate his solidarity with United States taxpayers,[Read More…]
Is Borders Fleeing The South For Whiter Shores?
The shadows are long as the sun sets Saturday over Borders Books in Matteson, IL. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Update: Monday, Feb. 21, 10:41 a.m. with information from Borders Corporate office. Matteson, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The sun is setting over Borders in Matteson. And we have to ask, "Why?" We want the store[Read More…]
Notre Dame Responds To Criticism Of Response To Sexual Misconduct Complaints
Notre Dame, IN-(ENEWSPF)- The University of Notre Dame released a statement today after criticism in the Chicago Tribune that Notre Dame had been lax in investigating allegations of sexual abuse: In response to criticism directed at the University of Notre Dame for its response to sexual misconduct complaints, the University offers[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Breaks Ground on Charter High School in Chicago’s Pilsen Neighborhood
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–February 18, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today broke ground on the Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy, Chicago’s first charter high school dedicated to preparing students for health science careers. The project will create 160 jobs and is supported by $12 million through the Illinois Jobs Now! capital construction program. “By[Read More…]
Park Forest Library to Offer Free Computer Classes
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 18, 2011. The Park Forest Library, 400 Lakewood Boulevard, Park Forest will be offering free computer classes beginning Thursday, March 3. Call the Adult Services Department at 708-748-3731 extension 24, for a complete schedule of classes and to register. Source: Park Forest Library
Craft in America – Made in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 18, 2011. Craft in America – Made in Park Forest is a 5-part program that will be offered beginning March 2 at the Park Forest Library, 400 Lakewood Boulevard, Park Forest. The program will explore the history and significance of the craft movement in the United States[Read More…]
Meet Rich East’s Finest: Matt Mills
Matt Mills, a 5 year resident of Park Forest. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- eNews Park Forest is pleased to continue with our series featuring Park Forest’s best and brightest students, pleased to introduce Matt Mills, an 5-year resident of Park Forest. Favorite class? Statistics. Yes, statistics. Goal in 10[Read More…]
Art Exhibit Reflects Inspiration and Obligation
Painting by Kehinde Wiley entitled “After El Greco’s (Domenikos Theotokopoulos) The Annunciation,” (2009) (PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– “Minority Art: Inspiration, Obligation” is the featured exhibit, discussion, and reception at Governors State University in celebration of African American History Month. The event will be held on February 28, from 5:30 to[Read More…]
Ties That Bind Create Connections Between Mentors and Students
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– African American male students in the south suburbs have an opportunity to network with professionals in the community at a free event hosted by the Prairie State College (PSC) Protégé Program. The Ties That Bind or Knot: Strengthening Ties with African American Males will be held on[Read More…]
