(PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Dr. Robin D. Washington, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Governors State University (GSU), received the Sylvia Walker Education Award from the National Association of Multicultural Rehabilitation Concerns (NAMRC). The award is named after the late Dr. Sylvia Walker, a professor, researcher, and director of[Read More…]
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Durbin Statement on Administration’s Efforts to Help Students Manage Loan Debt
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–October 26, 2011. US Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement today after President Obama announced new steps to make college more affordable and make it easier for students to repay their federal student loans: “Today’s announcement by President Obama is welcome news for the millions of students[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on College Affordability
Denver, Colorado–(ENEWSPF)–October 26, 2011 – 10:25 A.M. MDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you! Well, it is great to be back in Colorado. (Applause.) And it is great to be here at CU Denver. (Applause.) I tend to have some pretty good memories about Denver. (Applause.) We had a little gathering here a[Read More…]
We Can’t Wait: Obama Administration to Lower Student Loan Payments for Millions of Borrowers
Actions Offer Recent Graduates an Opportunity to Consolidate Loans and Reduce Interest Rates WASHINGTON, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 25, 2011. Today, the Obama Administration announced it is taking steps to increase college affordability by making it easier to manage student loan debt. The announcement is part of a series of executive actions to[Read More…]
FACT SHEET: “Help Americans Manage Student Loan Debt”
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–October 25, 2011. The Administration has made historic investments in Pell Grants and the American Opportunity Tax Credit to help make college more affordable for millions of current and future students. While college remains an excellent investment for most students, debt may discourage some potential students from enrolling, keeping[Read More…]
Health Fair Hosted at Prairie State Nov. 10
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Prairie State College’s (PSC) Health Promotion Programming is hosting the fall semester health fair, “Health is the Greatest Wealth,” from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 10, in the Atrium of the PSC campus, located at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. Dozens of vendors[Read More…]
Governors State University’s Center for Performing Arts Presents ‘If You Give a Moose a Muffin’ November 13 at 1 p.m.
(SUPPLIED) University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University presents “If You Give a Moose a Muffin.” The Magik Theatre’s hilarious adaptation of Laura Joffe Numeroff’s classic children’s book can be seen on Sunday, November 13, at 1 p.m. This enchanting show is part of The[Read More…]
Opt In to Technology at PSC
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Bridge the gap between technology and a new you. Prairie State College’s (PSC) new Opt In program consists of two computer training centers and free classes to teach basic technological skills. One location is at the Adult Training and Outreach Center at 202 S. Halsted Street, Chicago[Read More…]
PSC Campus and Public Safety to Host Halloween Party
Chicago Heights, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The Campus and Public Safety Department at Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting a Halloween Party on Friday, Oct. 28, from 3 to 6 p.m. The party will be held in the Prairie Center, 202 S. Halsted St., Chicago Heights. It is open to the community for[Read More…]
CenterPoint at Governors State Offers Business Workshops in Lemont, Manhattan
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- CenterPoint at Governors State University is hosting Starting a Business in Illinois workshops in Lemont and Manhattan, on Thursday, November 3. These informative workshops are free and open to the public. The Lemont session will take place at the Lemont Village Hall, 418 Main St., in Lemont,[Read More…]
