University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University (GSU) and the South Suburban Collaborative Arts Guild (CAG) are joining forces to present “Art on Campus.” The exhibit, featuring the paintings, photography, and poetry of seven members of the CAG, runs through March 31 in the GSU main entrance Atrium Gallery and the[Read More…]
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GSU Library Offers Free Computer Workshops
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Governors State University Library is offering free computer workshops to members of the community, students, staff, and faculty. Workshop topics include blogging, Power Point Basic, APA style formatting, plagiarism detection, and several workshops on genealogy. The workshops will take place in February, March, and April, and[Read More…]
Fred Jacobeit To Be Inducted To Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall Of Fame
Educator and Coach Fred Jacobeit will be admitted to the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in April. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Longtime Rich Township 227 educator and coach, Fred Jacobeit, will be inducted into the Illinois Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame at a special ceremony at Illinois State[Read More…]
Free Leadership Dialogue at Governors State University
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Learning more about what makes leaders successful is integral to becoming a successful leader and understanding the roll character plays in our leaders. A Leadership Dialogue discussion of “Passion and Principal: John and Jessie Fremont, the Couple Whose Power, Politics, and Love Shaped 19th Century America” by[Read More…]
PSC Offering Full-Tuition Scholarships for High School Seniors
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– There is no escaping that college prices are rising. According to the College Board, students have been paying 4.4 to 5.8 percent more for their college education at private and public four-year colleges and universities. Prairie State College (PSC) is an affordable option with low tuition rates[Read More…]
Economic Strategist Slated to Speak at PSC Foundation Breakfast
Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Chief economists have reported the outlook for the global economy improved dramatically at the end of 2009, and there are many indicators that the economy will continue to strengthen. Learn more about the future of the economy from an expert analyst at the Prairie State College (PSC)[Read More…]
IEA Sees Progress and Teamwork at Rich East High School (Video)
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– From the Illinois Education Association: An effort to work together among school staff and administration has paid off for students at Rich East High School.
Could Marijuana Save the 12th Grade in Utah?
Commentary Utah’s lawmakers are getting a little desperate in their search to alleviate the state’s $700 million budget shortfall. One in particular, state Sen. Chris Buttars, is now proposing that Utah cut costs by eliminating the 12th grade, or at least giving students the option of skipping their senior year[Read More…]
Rich South Jazz Ensemble Heading to Prairie State Jazz Fest
The Rich South Jazz Ensemble. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Richton Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Rich South High School Jazz Ensemble will attend the Prairie State College 11th annual Jazz Festival on Thursday, February 18, the school reports.
Governors State University Receives $4.9 Million Department of Labor Grant
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University announced today that it was awarded a $4.9 million dollar grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. The competitive grant was one of only 55 awarded nationwide. Part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, the grant will help provide training and[Read More…]
