New freshman experience cited as a national model – where students come first University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—August 21, 2014. The experts have weighed in – Governors State University will be offering a freshman year that can’t be found anywhere in the country, the state or Chicagoland. “Through a rigorous planning[Read More…]
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DePaul University Offers New Path to Advance Nursing Careers
Registered nurses to obtain B.S., M.S. and specialized certificate in one flexible online program DePaul University School of Nursing launches new RN to MS in Nursing program, giving nurses the opportunity to advance their careers with a specialized online degree program. (Photo by Flip Chalfant) CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—August 20, 2014. Registered nurses[Read More…]
It’s Not Too Late to Register for Fall 2014 – ‘Late Start Classes’ coming to South Suburban College
Several program open houses also coming soon to Main Campus. SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 20, 2014. Registration for the 2014 Fall Semester at South Suburban College is still in progress for a wide range of Late Start Classes. Prospective students are encouraged to register soon for these 12-week courses, set to[Read More…]
Forest Trail Addition Brings Gym and Fitness Center
Groundbreaking ceremonies recently were held for the addition at Forest Trail School. Ready to turn over dirt are, from left, Mike Jarigese, president of Tower Contracting; Mario Planera, architect of the project; Board of Education Member Shirley McDonald; Forest Trail student; Board of Education Members Jacqueline Jordan and Allison McCray;[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and CPS CEO Byrd-Bennett Announce First Phase of Classroom Air Conditioning Installation Completed On Time and Under Budget
CPS Completes the First Phase of Air Conditioning Installations at 57 Schools; 86 Schools to Receive Air Conditioning Systems this Year CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 19, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett announced today that the first phase of air conditioning installations at 57 schools was completed[Read More…]
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CPS CEO Byrd-Bennett Announce Increased Attendance Across Every Grade Last Year
Both Elementary and High School Attendance Improved in First Year of New CPS Attendance Plan CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 19, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett today announced that attendance rates from kindergarten through 12th grade rose to 93.2 percent in School Year 2013– 2014 (SY 13-14),[Read More…]
Governors State University Cuts Ribbon on $25.3 Million Science, Health Sciences & Technology Wing
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—August 19, 2014. On September 5, Governors State University (GSU) will officially open its newly renovated science, health sciences & technology wing. The 80,000 square feet of renovated research and teaching space will provide students and faculty a state-of-the-art facility unequalled at a public university in south[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Visits SIU Edwardsville to Raise Awareness of Financial Abuse and Scams Targeting Students, Graduates
Edwardsville –(ENEWSPF)—August 19, 2014. Attorney General Lisa Madigan yesterday visited with representatives of Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE) to spread awareness about a number of financial abuses and scams that target current and former higher education students. Attorney General Madigan’s office has seen an increasing number of complaints filed[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth Announces Congressional Robotics STEM Competition
Schaumburg, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 15, 2014. Last week, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) introduced legislation establishing an Academic Competition in the Field of Robotics Among Students in Congressional Districts throughout the country. An annual congressionally sponsored competition that promotes students to work on robotics-related projects will encourage more young people to pursue career[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel Cuts Ribbon On Renovated William Jones College Prep
Nationally-Ranked High School Renovated to Nearly Double Student Enrollment by 2016 CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 14, 2014. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools officials yesterday celebrated the renovation of the old William Jones College Preparatory building that will allow the nationally ranked high school to nearly double its enrollment a total of[Read More…]
