CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel bestowed an official City of Chicago Landmark plaque to DuSable High School today, citing the Bronzeville building’s long history of community service while producing graduates that rose to the top of their fields in entertainment, music, publishing, athletics, and other professional endeavors. “DuSable alumni[Read More…]
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Student Art Exhibition on Display at South Suburban College
“Pot Luck” Artists Reception to be Held May 8th SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–(ENEWSPF)—May 1, 2013. The South Suburban College Bi-annual Student Art Exhibition is currently on display in the fourth floor galleries at the college’s Main Campus. Students of the Art & Design program are displaying over 300 works of art[Read More…]
Graduate’s Story Embedded in Early History of Roosevelt University
(Above photo of the Neal family includes, from left,: Amanda’s sister, Stephanie; Barbara Lee Neal, who is seated at center; Amanda’s parents Greg and Jane Neal; and Amanda Neal at far right). CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 1, 2013. When 23-year-old Amanda Neal carries the banner for Chicago College of Performing Arts during Commencement[Read More…]
Attorney General Eric Holder Speaks at the University of Chicago Institute of Politics
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Thank you, David, for those kind words; for your dedication to public service, not only in the Obama Administration but throughout your career; and for your commitment to training future generations of political leaders right here at your alma mater. It’s a pleasure to be with[Read More…]
Student Trustee Garcia Sworn In For a Second Term at South Suburban College
South Suburban College Student Trustee Rebecca Garcia is sworn in by Marty Lareau, SSC Vice President and Board Secretary at the college’s April Board Meeting. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) South Holland, IL-(ENEWSPF)- South Suburban College student Rebecca Garcia was sworn in for her second term as the SSC Student Trustee at the[Read More…]
Marian Catholic Band Student Receives College Scholarship
Gretchen Stibich ‘signing’ with DePauw University. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Gretchen Stibich, a senior student at Marian Catholic High School and Tinley Park resident, received a music scholarship from DePauw University in Indiana. Stibich, who was attracted to DePauw’s campus and music curriculum, will focus on both clarinet and[Read More…]
Beethoven’s 9th, Premiere of Commissioned Prelude to Mark DePaul University’s Concert
The DePaul Symphony Orchestra and Chorus will perform Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony and a specially commissioned orchestral overture written by Chicago composer Augusta Read Thomas on May 29 in Orchestra Hall at Symphony Center in Downtown Chicago. The annual concert, which showcases the talent of nearly 200 students and faculty members[Read More…]
Mayor and City Officials Discuss Plans to Ensure Safe and Successful Transition for Chicago’s Students
Mayor to Cabinet: “Safe Passage is Everyone’s Responsibility” Mayor Emanuel convenes cabinet to discuss City-wide coordination to support Chicago’s students. Photo Credit: Brooke Collins / City of Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 30, 2013. Mayor Rahm Emanuel called his cabinet together today to discuss the coordinated approach the City will take to fully[Read More…]
South Suburban College & Thornton Township to Host Community Job Fair on May 21
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—April 30, 2013. South Suburban College and Thornton Township are partnering to offer a 2013 Community Job Fair on Tuesday, May 21st from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. The event will be located in the South Suburban College Fitness Center at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.[Read More…]
Marian Catholic High School Awards 61 Medals of Academic Excellence
Jim Spain ’13, Claire Bessette ’13, Elizabeth Frabotta ’13, and Tim LaVelle’13. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Marian Catholic High School hosted an Excellence in Academics Award Breakfast on Thursday, April 25. Medals of Academic Excellence were awarded to 61 sophomores, juniors, and seniors. The Academic Medals of Excellence are[Read More…]
