Southland College Prep Charter High School’s Group Interpretation Team who placed 2nd in the State of Illinois in the IHSA finals earlier this Spring. Left to right in rows 1-3 are Row 1: Moriah Hackett, Aronna Wynne, Alexus Newson, Morgan Brown, Janessa Colquitt; Row 2: Nneka Onyeka, Charnnia Jones; Row[Read More…]
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Bulldogs’ Jalen Brown Inked by Georgia State
Jalen Brown signs for Georgia State University. (IMAGE SUPPLIED) South Holland, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The 2014 South Suburban College (SSC) Men’s Basketball Team accolades and accomplishments continue to grow this postseason as sophomore Jalen Brown signed a letter of intent to play on scholarship for Georgia State University Panthers this fall. Georgia[Read More…]
South Suburban College Baseball Team Wins Regional Title
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 12, 2014. South Suburban College (SSC) Baseball Team defeated Triton College by the score of 9-5 on Saturday to win the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division I Region-4 Championship. Winning pitcher Ryan Waaso, out of Marian Catholic High School, went 7 innings to get the[Read More…]
Senator Bernie Sanders Legislation Would Help Students Afford College
BURLINGTON, Vt.–(ENEWSPF)–May 12 – Flanked by Vermont college students and graduates who are deep in debt, U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders said today he will introduce legislation to help students earn college credits in high school in order to cut the cost of earning a college diploma. Sanders said he supports[Read More…]
DePaul University College of Law to Graduate 313 Students on May 18
Honorary degree recipient Judge Thomas Durkin to address graduating class U.S. District Judge Thomas M. Durkin will receive an honorary degree at the DePaul University College of Law commencement on May 18. Durkin, who earned a law degree from DePaul in 1978, will deliver the commencement address to the graduating[Read More…]
Senator Kirk Promotes 92 Percent College Enrollment Rate and Innovative Curriculum at Perspectives/IIT Math and Science Academy
Kirk Bill, S. 2304, Rewards Innovative Charter Schools; Bipartisan Bill Expands Student Access to Charter Schools Nationwide CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. As Congress moves to consider legislation to support public charter schools throughout the country, U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) today demonstrated his continued support for charter schools and Science, Technology,[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Congratulates 2014 Golden Apple Award Winners
Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week, Thanks Teachers Across Illinois for Making a Difference CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today congratulated this year’s 2014 Golden Apple Award winners for their excellence in teaching and thanked them for making a difference in the future of Illinois’ students. The award, which is one[Read More…]
Uncle and Niece Unexpectedly Become Classmates, Finish Law School Together
Kimberly Rios and her uncle Armando Rios unexpectedly became classmates at DePaul University’s College of Law. They plan to use their doctorates in law to help others. (Photo by Jamie Moncrief) CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. Armando Rios and his niece Kimberly Rios had no idea they shared a passion for law.[Read More…]
Consumer Wellness Advocate Certification Training Workshop Coming to South Suburban College
South Holland, IL—(ENEWSPF)—May 9, 2014. The South Suburban College (SSC) Business & Career Institute (BCI) is hosting Consumer Wellness Advocate (CWA) Certification Training for individuals who wish to gain the tools to promote wellness at home and in the workplace. This unique program will be facilitated by Alexandra Glumac, MS,[Read More…]
Marian Choir Performs at Carnegie Hall in New York City
Marian Choir members in New York. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Members of the Marian Catholic Choral Program participated in an amazing performance at Carnegie Hall. On April 25th, 26th, & 27th, 2014 the Marian Catholic Choral program traveled to New York City to take part in an extraordinary learning[Read More…]
