Investigation by Bloomberg Markets revealed offshore loophole that for-profit colleges have been exploiting to access additional federal funding WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 13, 2013. U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) today introduced legislation that would close a loophole that has given special treatment to a small number of medical schools in the Caribbean[Read More…]
Schools
University of Oregon Makes Kiplinger’s List for Top Values in Public Higher Ed
UO’s Deady Hall EUGENE, Oregon—(ENEWSWPF)–December 12, 2013 – The University of Oregon has been rated as one of the 100 best values in public colleges and universities for 2014 by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine. The UO is No. 100 on the new list, which takes into account each of the[Read More…]
University of Oregon Lands Long Term Agreement to Host NCAA Track
The University of Oregon’s Historic Hayward Field will be the home of the NCAA Track and Field Championships for each of the next eight years. EUGENE, Oregon –(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2013. The University of Oregon’s Historic Hayward Field will be the home of the NCAA Track and Field Championships for each[Read More…]
Single Mother of Three Prepares for Fresh Start as MBA in Real Estate Graduate
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2013. Before serious trouble began, Saleen Graham, 43, had an elevator speech in which she introduced herself as someone who understood the international real estate scene, working with developers for years in Central America. As the single mother of three prepares to cross the stage of the Auditorium[Read More…]
Chicago’s Jazz Showcase Founder Joe Segal to Receive Honorary Doctorate from Roosevelt University
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2013. Joe Segal, founder of Chicago’s Jazz Showcase, will receive an honorary doctorate degree from his alma mater, Roosevelt University, on Friday, Dec. 13 at the Auditorium Theatre, 50 E. Congress Parkway, Chicago. A Roosevelt student between 1947 and 1957, Segal, 87, began presenting jazz shows for the[Read More…]
Roosevelt University to Honor 85,000 Graduates During Commencement
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2013. When Sheree Williams walks across the stage for her master’s degree in early childhood education on Friday, she will become the 85,000 student to graduate from Roosevelt University. Now in its 68th year, the University will recognize Williams as its 85,000 graduate during a Commencement ceremony being[Read More…]
JPMorgan’s Kusack Joins DePaul University Board of Trustees
William “Bill” Kusack, a managing director at JPMorgan Capital Corporation, is the newest member of DePaul University’s board of trustees. Kusack earned an MBA in finance in 1978 from DePaul’s Kellstadt Graduate School of Business. (Photo by Andy Goodwin) CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—December 12, 2013. DePaul University has elected William “Bill” Kusack to[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and CPS CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett Announce Schools to Receive Grant Funding as Part of Comprehensive Arts Education Plan
On First Year Anniversary of the Arts Education Plan, 45 Schools will Receive Funding for Art Learning Opportunities CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–December 12, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel and CEO Barbara Byrd-Bennett announced yesterday that, as part of the CPS Arts Education Plan, 45 schools will receive funding for art learning opportunities. “These funds[Read More…]
Senators Durbin, Warren, Boxer, Reed Introduce Student Loan Borrower Bill of Rights
Legislation Will Reform Disclosure and Servicing Standards for Both Federal and Private Student Loans WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–U.S. Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) was joined by U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), and Jack Reed (D-RI) yesterday in introducing legislation to ensure struggling student loan borrowers are treated fairly and understand[Read More…]
Santa Claus is Coming … to South Suburban College Basketball Games This Weekend
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)—December 12, 2013. The South Suburban College Basketball Program is hosting “Kid’s Day” for their home matchups this Saturday, December 14, 2013. The Lady Bulldogs will play Cincinnati State at 2:30 p.m. followed by the #1 ranked Bulldogs vs. Joliet Junior College at 5:00 p.m. All kids[Read More…]
