Eighth annual Women United Breakfast at ONU’s Chalfant Hall in Bourbonnais, March 20. The 2024 Women United Breakfast on Wednesday, March 20, at Olivet Nazarene University, will feature an exciting lineup of local female speakers, sharing their insights on creating space for inclusion, as well as addressing burnout prevention and nurturing one’s well-being in a […]
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Carthage College J-Term Study Tours: The following Carthage College students traveled during J-Term, which is a month-long period to explore subject areas, as well as a Carthage tradition since the early 1970s. J-Term (January Term) study tours allow students to experience new cultures and ideas without committing to a full semester abroad. Participating this year […]
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USF Online Programs Named 2024 Best Among Private Schools
Joliet, Ill. – U.S. News & World Report recently released its 2024 Best Online Programs rankings, and the University of St. Francis (USF) is proud to announce five of its online programs – including three named as the best private programs in Illinois – were honored this year. Recognized USF programs included: Online Graduate Business […]
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Four Blue Devils Sign KCC Commitment Letters
On Thursday, February 8, four Peotone High School athletes took part in a signing ceremony at the high school, along with an assistant soccer coach from Kankakee Community College in attendance. A big “Blue Devil Congratulations” is in order for Adeline Graffeo, Gino Petrizzi, Ashley Renwick, and Van Wehrmann, who next year will exchange their […]
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Local Students Study in Rome; Part of Lewis University’s Spring Semester
For the second year in a row, Lasallian Universities Center for Education, in Rome, Italy, has a record enrollment of Lewis University students living and studying in Rome. Twenty-four students from 14 majors and four colleges are participating in the LUCE Rome Program for this year’s spring semester. Local students participating in this unique experience […]
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Health Care Careers Virtual Event February 22
Can begin with two-year degree. “Many people may not realize a person can get started in a career in health care with only an associate degree. The Illinois Rural Health Association is hosting a free Virtual Rural Health Careers Panel Discussion on Thursday, February 22, at 7 p.m., to expose high school and college students, […]
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Graduations Brendan Bergman, from New Lenox, earned a degree from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at winter commencement, on December 16, at Kachel Fieldhouse in the Williams Center. Bergman graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Cassandra Meagher, of New Lenox, graduated from the University of Tampa on December 15 and received […]
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Bears Mike Singletary to Speak at USF Brown & Gold Night
Former Chicago Bears middle linebacker Mike Singletary will become the 18th Hall of Fame inductee to be featured as the guest speaker at the 45th annual University of St. Francis Brown & Gold Night. The fundraising event will be held at the Pat Sullivan Center on the campus of USF on Thursday, February 22. One-of-four […]
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SIU Carbondale Inks Agreement to Improve Access for JJC Students
By Pete Rosenbery CARBONDALE, Ill. — Southern Illinois University Carbondale strengthened its commitment to students in northern Illinois with an agreement to bring the expertise of a doctoral research university to qualified Joliet Junior College students by providing the option to earn their bachelor’s degrees remotely and at a lower cost in 12 academic programs. […]
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Rep. Haas Celebrates IBHE Grants for Olivet Nazarene University
Following the announcement of the recipients for this year’s Independent Colleges Capital Investment Grant Program, State Rep. Jackie Haas released the following statement: “I am delighted Olivet Nazarene University in Bourbonnais is receiving more than $10 million in grant funding from the Independent College Capital Investment Grant Program,” said Rep. Haas. “Olivet Nazarene is a […]