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Celebrating our 2021 Graduates

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May

2021

| 14:14 PM America/Chicago

Celebrate Commencement 2021 with us on social! Use our frames, gifs, and use the hashtag #GovStateGrad to be featured on our Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Here are a few fun ideas:- Add a … Read more
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Commencement Vocalist Announced

04

May

2021

| 15:37 PM America/Chicago

Sessily Gianakos, a 2021 graduate, will offer a melodious treat during Governors State University’s virtual 2021 Commencement ceremonies on May 22 and May 23. Sessily earned her Bachelor of Arts in … Read more
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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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Graduate Profile: Double Alumna Returns to GSU

April

2021

| 15:28 PM America/Chicago

After receiving her bachelor's and master's degrees in English from Governors State University, Maria Ramirez was enjoying working with at-risk youth and high school students as an English tutor. But her role in the high school expanded as …

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Graduate Profile: Becoming the Best Version of You

April

2021

| 18:19 PM America/Chicago

It had been more than a decade since Jennifer Young had earned her bachelor's degree in psychology at another university when the Chicago native discovered Governors State University was where she needed to be to make her dreams a reality.Now …

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GSU Supply Chain Expert Foretells Leaps in Logistics Technology

May

2021

| 15:49 PM America/Chicago

Alongside COVID-19, another major news story of the last year focused on the triumphs and trials of the worldwide supply chain.From record-breaking Amazon delivery rates to March’s massive hold-up in the Suez Canal, the logistics industry finds …

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Graduate Profile: It's Never Too Late to Get Your Degree

April

2021

| 10:38 AM America/Chicago

Fabian Cambron started his bachelor's degree in information technology in 1994, while juggling a full-time job as well as a family. Governors State University catetered to the needs of Cambron, who received his Bachelor of Science in Information …

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Graduate Profile: From Florist to FBI Accountant

April

2021

| 15:55 PM America/Chicago

For Annalee Knapp, the reasons to transfer to Governors State University were simple: an excellent reputation, scholarships and accessibility. Between a Merit Tuition Waiver awarded to her based on her academics at Moraine Valley Community College, …

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Analyzing the Fear of University Math Courses

May

2021

| 16:38 PM America/Chicago

It wouldn't be surprising to many incoming freshmen to learn that math courses present the greatest obstacle to students’ receiving their bachelor’s degree, according to the U.S. Department of Education.Governors State University is working to …

Writing Female Artists Back into History

May

2021

| 14:06 PM America/Chicago

For Governors State University Art History Professor Rebecca Siefert, details matter. When she was a student, Siefert heard a professor mention that famous architect Donald Judd dated an Italian architect. This tidbit made Siefert want to dig deeper …

Media Studies Student Named to Junior Emmy's Board

May

2021

| 14:18 PM America/Chicago

We’re watching a rising star in Media Studies major Tiyen Simmons, who was recently named to the inaugural Junior Board of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS).Tiyen is one of 30 students and young professionals, all under …

GSU Connection: Joseph Waldron

May

2021

| 15:41 PM America/Chicago

Joseph Waldron fondly remembers the time he nearly set Governors State University on fire.The then-GSU graduate student in Educational Administration was with a friend, Tony, inside a glassed-in vestibule area. The two were practicing a science …

GSU Connections: Carl Hoecker

March

2021

| 10:06 AM America/Chicago

As a student at Governors State University in the early 1980s, Carl Hoecker (’85) worked in the Alumni Association office under then-Foundation President William Dodd.Now, as Inspector General (IG) of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission …

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 …

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

May

18,

2021

| 15:36 PM America/Chicago

Conversations with Leaders: Karen Caesar

Any other year, you might see the tall, elegant woman gathered with her team in an impromptu hallway meeting. If you walk past Caesar’s office suite, …

April

08,

2021

| 13:57 PM America/Chicago