Washington, D.C.-(ENEWSPF)- Congresswoman Robin Kelly and Congressman Steve Chabot (R-OH), members of the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, introduced H.R. 2408, the Protecting Girls Access to Education Act, which ensures that children, specifically young girls, are able to receive an education when displaced by conflicts overseas. “As a mother, the[Read More…]
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Recognition Night 2017 Celebrates Academic Excellence at GSU
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The College of Health and Human Services (CHHS) at Governors State University recognized 15 students for their academic excellence as well as those who have demonstrated outstanding professional growth. Nominated by faculty, these students exemplify what GSU Jaguars can achieve. Individuals who have provided mentorship and supervision for students in their[Read More…]
GSU Board of Trustees Recognizes Yolanda Pitts For Service As Student Trustee
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Dr. Aurélio Valente, Dean at Governors State University, posted a Tweet from his @GSUDean account, recognizing Yolanda Pitts for her two years service as a Student Trustee. The Tweet follows. @Governors_State Board of Trustees recognizes the service of Yolanda Pitts for her two years as Student Trustee! #GSUProud[Read More…]
GSU Awards Scholarships to High School Seniors
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University is awarding its most prestigious academic scholarships to six high school seniors from across the Midwest. The scholarships, funded by the GSU Foundation, are presented to students who have exhibited excellence in high school performance and civic engagement. The elite Presidential Scholarship is awarded[Read More…]
GSU Celebrates Two New Deans
University Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Governors State University announced via Twitter the appointment of two new deans. Dr. Jun Zhao will be the new Dean of the College of Business and Andrae Marak will be the new Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. More details to follow. Celebrating Drs. Jun Zhao and[Read More…]
Research Utilizes Data-driven Feedback to Help Users Strengthen Passwords
UChicago, Carnegie Mellon researchers design state-of-the-art password meter A new password meter offers real-time feedback and advice to help people create better passwords. CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017 One of the most popular passwords in 2016 was “qwertyuiop”—the string of horizontal letters from the top line of a keyboard. Even though most password[Read More…]
South Suburban College Recognizes High School Students at 10th Annual Video Competition
John Geraci (left) Communication Professor at South Suburban College alongside Jodi Pelini (right) TV Production and Broadcast News Teacher at Dwight D. Eisenhower High School, with the Regional Award of Distinction at the 10th Annual SSC Video Competition. SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–May 9, 2017. South Suburban College (SSC), with the[Read More…]
Attorney General Madigan Urges Illinois Senate to Pass Student Loan Bill of Rights
AG Madigan and Sen. Biss Oppose Delays at Federal Level and Local Lobbying Efforts to Advocate for Immediate Passage Chicago —(ENEWSPF)—May 8, 2017. Attorney General Lisa Madigan today was joined by Senator Daniel Biss, Illinois students and consumer advocates to urge the Illinois Senate to reject pressure from student loan[Read More…]
Barack Obama School Opens Greenhouse And Horticulture Center
Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- School District 163 reports that the Barack Obama School of Leadership and STEM, 401 Concorde Drive, Chicago Heights, will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new atrium, greenhouse and Horticulture Education Center at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 23. The greenhouse and Horticulture Center will serve as a[Read More…]
Governors State University to Offer Business Administration B.A. Coursework at Kankakee Community College
University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)–May 8, 2017. Governors State University is partnering with Kankakee Community College to offer coursework from our AACSB accredited Business Administration B.A. program. Courses will be offered at the Kankakee Community College North Extension Center starting Fall 2017. Governors State University Provost and Vice President of Academic[Read More…]
