SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)–February 5, 2016. South Suburban College is hosting the 2016 SSC Jazz Festival on Saturday, February 13th from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the Kindig Performing Arts Center. The 18th annual fest features performances by bands from eleven local high schools and middle schools, as well as[Read More…]
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NJCAA National Division II Player of the Week / South Suburban College Bulldogs Ranked #2 in the Nation
Jovan Mooring SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–February 5, 2016. South Suburban College (SSC) Men’s Basketball player, sophomore guard Jovan Mooring (Hillcrest HS), was named NJCAA “NATIONAL” Division II Player-of-the-Week for the second time this season. Last week, Mooring averaged 38.3 points, grabbed 8.7 rebounds, dished out 4 assists, and snatched[Read More…]
Duckworth & Franken Applaud President’s New Job Training Initiative That Builds upon Their Bill to Close the Skills Gap
President’s plan would strengthen partnerships between employers and community colleges as Duckworth & Franken proposed with their Community College to Career Fund Act Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—February 5, 2016. Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Senator Al Franken (D-MN) today commended President Obama’s new plan to strengthen partnerships between businesses and community colleges[Read More…]
Chicago State University Students, Alumni, Community Members and Supporters Rally at Thompson Center on Feb. 5
Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–February 5, 2016 — Chicago State University, a predominantly Black institution located on the south side of Chicago, is facing imminent closure as Governor Bruce Rauner and the General Assembly hold the state’s budget in limbo. Since 1867, Chicago State University has been a gateway for an innumerable amount of[Read More…]
Southland College Prep Charter High School Participates in University of Michigan Model UN Conference
RICHTON PARK, ILL.—(ENEWSPF)–February 4, 2016– “A memorable experience.” “Helped sharpen debate and public speaking skills.” “Learned about conflict resolution and myself.” These were some of the reviews a group of 23 social studies Southland College Prep juniors gave to the 29th Model United Nations Conference where they joined more than[Read More…]
Better Government Association and Governors State University Team to Offer Volunteer Citizen Watchdog Training
University Park, Illinois –(ENEWSPF)—February 4, 2016. Governors State University (GSU) and the Better Government Association (BGA) are sponsoring a free presentation to empower citizens with the tools needed to examine their government, access information, and focus on how to change and improve how government operates. The BGA’s Volunteer Citizen Watchdog Training will[Read More…]
Non-Credit Classes Coming To South Suburban College in February
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. South Suburban College’s Office of Continuing Education is offering a variety of non-credit classes for friends and family of all ages and interests. A new schedule of classes in areas such as creative arts, computers, professional development, and much more will begin February 15th[Read More…]
DePaul University Names Linda Blakley Vice President for the Office of Public Relations and Communications
Linda Blakley will serve as the next vice president of the Office of Public Relations and Communications, effective April 1. She currently serves as assistant vice president for the OPRC. (DePaul University/Jamie Moncrief) CHICAGO —(ENEWSPF)—February 1, 2016. DePaul University has selected Linda Blakley, an accomplished communications professional, as the next[Read More…]
It’s Not Too Late to Register for Spring Courses at Prairie State College
CHICAGO HEIGHTS–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2016. There is still time to register for spring semester courses at Prairie State College. Busy work schedules, family obligations, and changing life situations can make it difficult to start college classes at the beginning of the semester. For those who were unable to begin classes in[Read More…]
4th Annual Black Women Rock Awards at Governors State University on February 27
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—February 2, 2016. In celebration of African American History month, Governors State University’s Student Life Department will present the Fourth Annual Black Women Rock Awards Ceremony on Saturday, February 27 at 6:30 p.m., in the Center for Performing Arts. This red carpet event will celebrate women in[Read More…]
