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GSU Honors Distinguished Alumni During Red-Carpet Affair

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November

2021

| 15:52 PM America/Chicago

In her inaugural celebration of Governors State’s most distinguished alumni, President Cheryl Green on Saturday presented awards to two Southland mayors, an educator, a university founder, and a … Read more
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Counseling and Wellness Now Hosts GSU4U

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November

2021

| 09:19 AM America/Chicago

Since returning to Governors State University as an employee in January, Angela Johnson (‘15) has found herself quite busy.As the university’s only social worker serving students, in the Counseling … Read more
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Dr. Cheryl Green Formally Invested as Sixth GSU President

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September

2021

| 15:36 PM America/Chicago

With the pomp and circumstance usually reserved for royal pageantry, Dr. Cheryl Green was officially “invested” as Governors State University’s sixth president as hundreds of faculty adorned in … Read more

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College of Business Celebrating Renewed Momentum

November

2021

| 08:30 AM America/Chicago

As Jaguars return to campus, the College of Business is celebrating a renewed momentum to help engage and inspire students who aspire to make their mark in the business world.To honor Governors State University (GSU) Accounting alumni, the college …

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College of Business Posts 2020-21 Highlights in Annual Report

October

2021

| 15:53 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University's College of Business recently released highlights for the historic academic year 2020-21, nearly derailed by the global pandemic, in advance of an accreditation review.Despite setbacks, the AY 20-21 Annual Report …

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'Education Provides Access': Trustee Lisa Harrell on COE Podcast

November

2021

| 11:42 AM America/Chicago

In a College of Education podcast, Lisa Harrell, Governors State University Board of Trustees Chair, explains why education is the guiding principle in her life and work, and provides strategies that could help retain educators in a field …

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Top 5 Reasons to Consider an Early Childhood Education Career

September

2021

| 16:11 PM America/Chicago

The Family Development Center (FDC) at Governors State University (GSU) provides an exceptional learning experience for the children of Chicago’s Southland communities and accessible support for their families. If you enjoy working with children and …

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Taking Pride in Pronouns

June

2021

| 17:00 PM America/Chicago

As Pride Month celebrations continue across the nation, the GSU Newsroom sat down with Governors State University experts and advocates – faculty and student leaders – to discuss gender inclusivity and plans to promote it on campus.While many …

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‘Fortune’ Magazine adds GSU grad to elite 40 Under 40 list

October

2021

| 15:47 PM America/Chicago

The bachelor’s degree in business Jeremy Joyce (‘15) earned at Governors State University set him on an unexpected path, one that led to success and happiness in surprising places.The founder of immensely popular Black People Eats, an Instagram (IG) …

Targeting a promotion, alumna goes even further with GSU degree

October

2021

| 16:16 PM America/Chicago

Lacking the finances and focus needed for higher education after a short-lived college experience, Laurie Crosby (’19) decided to enter the workforce instead.Decades later, Crosby counts herself among the many successful graduates who completed a …

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 …

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