CHICAGO –(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2017. Governor Bruce Rauner’s Illinois School Funding Reform Commission yesterday approved a framework that allows members of the General Assembly to create a new school funding formula. “Illinois is another step closer to fixing our broken school funding system,” Governor Rauner said. “I applaud the Commission members[Read More…]
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Congresswoman Robin Kelly Nominates Nine to Military Academies
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 2, 2017. Congresswoman Robin Kelly today nominated nine high school students from the second district for admission to three United States Military Academies. “These outstanding young men and women represent our next generation of military leaders. I’m proud to nominate them to our nation’s finest military academies,” said[Read More…]
Food and Justice Symposium at Governors State University
University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)—February 2, 2017. A Food and Justice Symposium will be held at Governors State University (GSU), 1 University Parkway in University Park. The symposiums will take place on February 21, 23 and 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day in GSU’s Engbretson Hall. The event is[Read More…]
Senator Tammy Duckworth: Betsy DeVos Is Not Qualified to Lead the Department of Education
WASHINGTON, DC —(ENEWSPF)–January 31, 2017. U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today announced she will not support the nomination of Betsy DeVos to be Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, citing the nominee’s ignorance of important civil rights protections that ensure every student is afforded the right to a[Read More…]
Prairie State College’s Christopher Art Gallery to Host the 2017 Annual High School Art Exhibit
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—January 31, 2017. Prairie State College’s Christopher Art Gallery will host the 2017 Annual High School Art Exhibit from Monday, February 6 through Thursday, February 23. An opening night reception will be held on Thursday, February 9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. with awards presented at 6 p.m. [Read More…]
Association of American Universities Urges Quick End to Administration Order Barring Returning Students and Faculty
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2017. Following is a statement by Association of American Universities President Mary Sue Coleman: We recognize the importance of a strong visa process to our nation’s security. However, the administration’s new order barring the entry or return of individuals from certain countries is already causing damage and[Read More…]
University of Chicago Letter to President Trump
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 30, 2017 The President The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President, As the leaders of one of the country’s great institutions of higher education and research, we are writing to assert in the strongest possible terms the importance to the United States of[Read More…]
March Against Betsy DeVos in Her Hometown Exceeds Expectations
MICHIGAN–(ENEWSPF)–January 28, 2017 By Mlle L A little over a week ago, one lone person in Holland, Michigan was fed up enough about the Betsy DeVos nomination for Secretary of Education that she decided to organize a protest. She put together a private Facebook page for a march through downtown.[Read More…]
South Suburban College Bulldogs’ Basketball to Host Community Day on Saturday, February 4
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2017. The South Suburban College Basketball Programs will host the Bulldogs’ Annual Community Day on Saturday, February 4th vs. Black Hawk College. The Lady Bulldogs will tip off at 1:00 p.m. followed by the Men’s Team at 3:00 p.m. All residents, businesses and employees of[Read More…]
South Suburban College Offering Free Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Workshop Beginning Tuesday, February 21
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –(ENEWSPF)–January 26, 2017. Do you have a handcrafted item you’d like to sell? Not sure how to sell online or want to improve your results? Want some extra income from your hobby, or want to build a business around your designs or skills? South Suburban College is[Read More…]
