Mayor Outlines Goals for Tech Economy in Major Speech at 1871; Highlights Building Entrepreneurial Spirit, Attracting Talent, Building Workspaces and Attracting Venture Capital as Keys to Success CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 4, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel joined technology leaders today at 1871 to give a major speech on the achievements of Chicago’s technology[Read More…]
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Mayor Rahm Emanuel And Purdue University Announce Purdue University’s Weekend MBA Will Be Offered In Chicago To Train Leaders For Companies Of Tomorrow
First university from outside Illinois to launch Chicago-focused MBA program, Sixteen month program to equip STEM professionals with analytical and managerial skills, foster digital economy and startup growth CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 4, 2013. Today Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Purdue University announced that Purdue will launch a weekend MBA for STEM professionals, offered[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Statement on Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA)
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–November 4, 2013. U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) released a statement today before the Senate’s vote to begin debate on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA), S. 815: “The Employment Non-Discrimination Act is about civil rights. In Illinois, we aspire to continue Abraham Lincoln’s legacy of fighting for liberty and human[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama Honoring the 2013 Stanley Cup Champions Chicago Blackhawks
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 4, 2013 – 2:15 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Please, everybody, have a seat. (Applause.) It is my pleasure to welcome back the Chicago Blackhawks to the White House. (Applause.) We have some very proud Blackhawks fans here. A couple I want to point out in particular — Senator[Read More…]
New Art Exhibitions Announced at South Suburban College’s Thiel and Dulgar Galleries
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 4, 2013. The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to present two exhibitions in galleries on the college’s Main Campus in South Holland. First, Mark Holmes is exhibiting “Moves and Measures” through Tuesday, November 19th in the Lee E. Dulgar Gallery with[Read More…]
Congresswoman Robin Kelly to Serve as Principal for a Day at Meadowview School
Country Club Hills, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 4, 2013. On Tuesday, November 5, Representative Robin Kelly will serve as Principal for a Day at Meadowview School in Country Club Hills. She will lead students in the Pledge of Allegiance, give the oath of office to the newly elected student council and give a[Read More…]
Prairie State College Dean Kim Marisa Kunce Appointed to Adult Education and Family Literacy Advisory Council
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—November 4, 2013. Kim Marisa Kunce, dean of adult education at Prairie State College (PSC), recently was appointed to serve a two-year term on the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) Adult Education and Family Literacy (AEFL) Advisory Council. During the first year of her term, Kunce will serve on[Read More…]
‘Abstract Impact’ Exhibit Coming to PSC Art Gallery in November
Swidler 2010 Diary September. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—November 4, 2013. Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting “Abstract Impact,” from Monday, Nov. 11 through Thursday, December 12, in the Christopher Art Gallery, located on the PSC main campus at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. The exhibit features Midwest artists[Read More…]
Park Forest Library Readies for Holiday Toy Drive
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 4, 2013. Beginning November 4, and continuing to December 8, the Park Forest Library will be collecting NEW toys that will be given away during this holiday season. Please drop off new unwrapped toys at the library located at 400 Lakewood Blvd. in Park Forest. We cannot[Read More…]
Celebrating International Education Week, Global Entrepreneurship Week and Multicultural Fest at Governors State University
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)–November 4, 2013 – Prepare to be impressed by the diverse and rich culture that surrounds us. Governors State University offers a colorful mixture of music, dance, food and fun during International Education Week and Global Entrepreneurship Week. International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S[Read More…]
