University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University’s Social Work Department will host an information session for individuals interested in learning more about the Master of Social Work (MSW) degree program on Saturday, November 14, from 10 a.m. to noon, in the university’s Hall of Honors. The MSW program director will be[Read More…]
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Rich East to Hold Community Forum Wednesday, November 4
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Rich East High School will hold a community forum Wednesday evening, November 4, according to Kevin Kredens, publicity coordinator at the school. "Park Forests residents have a long history of commitment and responsibility and dedication to their schools and community," Kredens said in a press release. "And[Read More…]
Freedom Hall Lecture: Legacy of Navajo Spiderwoman
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Southland Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago invites the residents of the Southland area to a lecture titled, "The Legacy of Spiderwoman: Navajo Weaving and Other Spinoffs" by Hertha Pacola of Orland Park. The presentation is Wednesday, November 18, 2009. This event is the[Read More…]
Burris Sends Mixed Messages on Health Care
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Senator Roland Burris published a press release today touting his position that he "will not vote for any reform legislation that fails to include a strong public option." (emphasis in the original). Others, however, see more room for wiggle in Burris’ release and subsequent statements. From the Chicago[Read More…]
Senator Roland Burris Delivers Address on Health Care Reform
CHICAGO, IL–(ENEWSPF)–November 2, 2009. United States Senator Roland W. Burris delivered an address on Monday outlining his position on the proposed health care reform bill and expressed the need for a strong public option to be included in the final legislation. Senator Burris delivered his remarks to Illinois constituents and[Read More…]
Sertoma Centre Announces ACE Award Winners at Annual Staff In-Service
(Left to right) Alfred Ellis, Ralph Rogers, Kim Haas, Donna Lasky, Delana Henry, Lynn Kolbe, Trish Losso. (front) Jane Heinrich, Gail Schenk (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Alsip, IL–(ENEWSPF)– As a non-profit community service agency based in Alsip, Sertoma Centre serves over 600 individuals with developmental, physical, emotional disabilities and/or mental illness. With[Read More…]
Restorative Justice Facilitator Training to Address Rising Juvenile Crime in South Suburbs
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Restorative Justice Facilitator Training will be offered on Saturday, November 7, Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, from 9 to 4 p.m., at Prairie State Community College, in Chicago Heights. This three-day training is free and will help prepare schools and communities to respond to rising[Read More…]
GSU Simplifies Transfer Procedures
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Community college students preparing to complete their education at Governors State University will benefit from a tool that significantly streamlines academic planning, course selection, and other key aspects of the transfer process. New degree audit software will enable students and GSU advisors to effectively evaluate academic progress[Read More…]
Holiday Tree-Lighting Scheduled for Friday Dec. 4
The tree-lighting ceremony will be held on Friday, December 4, 2009. (Photo: Wendy Heise) Program to Take Place on Friday This Year Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Village of Park Forest and the Park Forest Public Library are co-sponsoring this year’s holiday tree-lighting ceremony and corresponding visits with Santa Claus. Every[Read More…]
Park Forest to Assume Ownership of DownTown Building
The BYUS building housed Changes Coffeehouse & Bookstore, seen here in 2002, Hero’s Hoagies and Ice Cream, Rosemoor Stamp & Coin, and several restaurants. (Photo: ENEWSPF) BYUS Construction building to be obtained through transfer of deed Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– At its Rules Committee Meeting on November 2, the Park Forest[Read More…]
