University Park, IL –(ENEWSPF)—November 14, 2017 By: Sharon Morrissey   The highly acclaimed Salt Creek Ballet once again brings its lovable holiday classic The Nutcracker to GSU’s Center for Performing Arts (CPA). This year, the production will feature internationally-recognized guest dancers Vilia Putrius and Mindaugas Bauzys from Festival Ballet Providence.[Read More…]

University Park, IL, November 9, 2017 By: Sharon Banaszak Joseph Jefferson Award-winning actress Donica Lynn (Effie White in Dreamgirls, 2016) brings a deeply moving tribute to GSU’s Center for Performing Arts on Saturday, November 18 at 8 p.m. in ‘Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul,’ presented by Artists Lounge Live. Chicago Tribune named her among the[Read More…]

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)–September 22, 2017 – On October 7 at 8 p.m., the stage at Center for Performing Arts at Governors State University will come alive with a shared rhythmic experience for the whole community. Stomping Grounds features over 50 dancers from Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, Muntu Dance[Read More…]

Featuring “Animal-Friendly” Tasting Menu University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)—September 12, 2017. The popular Opera Up Close series at Center for Performing Arts has done it again. Known for its unique, themed pairings of opera, food and wine, series producer John Concepcion stretches his creativity once again with an animal-themed feast of song.[Read More…]

University Park, IL—(ENEWSPF)—July 28, 2017. Governors State University’s (GSU) School of Extended Learning, in partnership with Robinson Engineering, Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, and Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce, will present two workshops: Increase Your Revenue with Strategic Planning on Friday, August 18 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.[Read More…]

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…]

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…]

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…]

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Thursday, April 27 marks the tenth consecutive scholarship benefit, Hearts and Scholars, where generous donors, businesses, and the Governors State University Foundation unite to raise funds for student scholarships. This year’s Hearts and Scholars Dinner will be hosted by NBC5’s Lisa Parker on April 27 from 6 to 9 p.m. at GSU’s Center for Performing[Read More…]