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Commencement Student Speakers Announced

08

April

2021

| 21:06 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University is celebrating graduates from both the Class of 2020 and the Class of 2021 in virtual celebrations next month.A year after the global pandemic forced a delayed … Read more
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Governors State University to House Illinois Black Hall of Fame Inductee Display

05

March

2021

| 10:04 AM America/Chicago

Governors State University has been selected to house the Illinois Black Hall of Fame (IBHOF), recently launched to pay homage to the lives and legacies of notable African Americans from Illinois.Dr. … Read more
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Examining Race in America: Series Overview

01

February

2021

| 15:01 PM America/Chicago

When Confederate flag-waving protesters stormed the U.S. Capitol building in early January, many in the world were still reeling from the May 2020 murder of George Floyd. Many were still remembering … Read more

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Governors State Business Students Advise Brazilian Companies

April

2021

| 16:11 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University’s College of Business students are no strangers to globetrotting. Study abroad trips in recent years have taken them from China to the Czech Republic and everywhere in between. While study abroad trips had to be delayed in …

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Stokes' STEM Program Provides Exceptional Experience

April

2021

| 09:48 AM America/Chicago

Governors State University is doing its part to diversify science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). At the recent Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation (LSAMP) Symposium, Governors State students not only participated in …

GSU Connections: Richa Patel

March

2021

| 19:14 PM America/Chicago

Richa Patel is methodical. She identifies her goals, then carefully researches and plans the most effective ways to achieve them. In 2015, that practice led Patel (’20) to enroll in Governors State University’s second-ever freshman class.Now, armed …

GSU Connections: Jake Lee

February

2021

| 16:47 PM America/Chicago

In 2016, College of Business Advisory Board member Jacob "Jake" Lee was elected auditor of Kankakee County. In August, before the end of his first term, Lee filed suit against the county, its board, and its chairman, all in an effort to do …

GSU Connections: Tyrone Ward

September

2020

| 14:50 PM America/Chicago

As a native of Robbins, Illinois who has devoted his talents to serving the Black community, Mayor Tyrone Ward believes in the difference a strong role model can make. From his 17-year career in the schools, to serving as mayor since 2013, Ward, a …

President’s Corner

March

22,

2021

| 15:24 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University Stands Against Hate

Dear Governors State Students, Faculty, and Staff:A few days ago we witnessed the tragic loss of eight innocent people – this time outside the city …

January

14,

2021

| 09:18 AM America/Chicago

Governors State's Response to the Attack on Democracy

Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,Just a few days ago, we welcomed in a new year and hope for a fresh start following a historic and challenging …

July

01,

2020

| 11:29 AM America/Chicago

Greetings from President Cheryl Green

July 1, 2020 Dear Jaguar Family, Simply stated, I am delighted to join the Governors State University family as your sixth president. …

Conversations with Leaders

April

08,

2021

| 13:57 PM America/Chicago

Conversations with Leaders: Freddy Tung

Governors State University impressed Freddy Tung so much that he took a position as the new Director of the Counseling and Wellness Center at GSU …

September

02,

2020

| 08:51 AM America/Chicago

Conversations with Leaders: Tracy Sullivan

There are people who love to shop, who pride themselves in being resourceful, and finding the best product at an incredible price. For Tracy …

June

10,

2020

| 17:07 PM America/Chicago

Conversations with Leaders: John Potempa

Every building renovation project begins with a vision. But creating that new and improved space means dealing with dust, making dozens of decisions …