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Lt. Gov. Stratton Visits GSU to Celebrate Southland Stroke Bill

15

March

2023

| 09:32 AM America/Chicago

Calling quality, accessible healthcare a right, not a privilege, Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton issued a proclamation during a recent visit to honor Governors State University (GSU) for its work in … Read more
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Facilities Master Plan Defines the Campus of the Future

10

November

2022

| 14:31 PM America/Chicago

A new library is the centerpiece of a finalized Facilities Master Plan (FMP) that presents a comprehensive vision for the future of facilities at Governors State University. In development since … Read more
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GSU Student Marquis Parks Visits White House to Discuss Reproductive Rights

09

November

2022

| 11:59 AM America/Chicago

On a warmer-than usual October morning, Governors State University Student Senate President Marquis Parks joined 75 other student leaders at the White House, where Vice President Kamala Harris … Read more

Campus News

Jaguar Jumps: Post High School Advancement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

February

2023

| 15:53 PM America/Chicago

On November 4, 2022, Faculty Emeritus Roberta O’Shea, Ph.D. and Michelle Sebasco, Director of Academic Partnerships and Continuing Education at Governors State University’s (GSU) School of Extended Learning (SXL), along with three current Jaguar …

SXL hosts Kinesio Taping Workshop

January

2023

| 09:11 AM America/Chicago

Governors State University’s School of Extended Learning (SXL) recently celebrated the launch of a new course that shows students the power of kinesio taping.At SXL’s first two-day Kinesio Taping Foundation Workshop, Instructor Clem Carder taught …

Governors State offers STEAM Camp Dec. 27 - 30

December

2022

| 12:42 PM America/Chicago

Governor State University’s School of Extended Learning is hosting its annual virtual science, technology, art and mathematics (STEAM) camp for Winter 2022 beginning Dec. 27.Since 2014, GSU’s STEAM camp has introduced campers ages 11 to 16 to …

GSU Economics Professor Wins Fulbright Scholarship

March

2023

| 12:07 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University (GSU) Public Finance Professor, Author and Excellence Award Winner Natalia Ermasova now adds Fulbright Scholar to her many accomplishments – for the second time.This fall, Dr. Ermasova will teach public management and …

Could Empathy be the key to criminal justice reform?

February

2023

| 16:18 PM America/Chicago

“The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.” -Albert Einstein. This is the opening quote in the revolutionary video, “Service Learning to Influence Social Change in Criminal Justice.” To apply …

GSU Drone Club could soon have its own hangar

January

2023

| 08:54 AM America/Chicago

Governors State University’s Drone Engineering Club is flying high as it works to secure the university its own official hangar to design and test drone aircrafts. Computer Science Professor Aslam “Sam” Shahid said GSU and the Bult Field, a general …

Anjanette Young: Turning Pain into Power

March

2023

| 10:56 AM America/Chicago

In celebration of Social Work Awareness Month, Governors State University’s Social Work Department recently honored a colleague whose story has captured national headlines.Social Worker Anjanette Young was at the center of a botched Chicago police …

Communication Disorders program builds visibility with recent honors

February

2023

| 16:24 PM America/Chicago

Faculty and students from the Department of Communication Disorders have been honored by their state professional association, the Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ISHA). Dr. Danielle Osmelak, assistant professor, was nominated to …

Jaguar Health Ambassadors to host "Health Table" in Spring 2023

January

2023

| 08:53 AM America/Chicago

As the College of Health and Human Services recognizes the 2nd anniversary of the Jaguar Student Health Ambassador Program, it’s expanding on its efforts to keep GSU healthy with a new monthly series.In Spring 2023, the program, which started amid …

Jeremy Joyce, Creating His Own Career Path

March

2023

| 10:12 AM America/Chicago

When Governors State University Alumnus Jeremy Joyce (’15) reflects on his career journey from a corporate climber to entrepreneur, he thinks of people he met on campus.Joyce, owner of Black People Eats, LLC., a highly successful digital marketing …

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College of Business launches Subject Matter Expert (SME) video series

February

2023

| 16:21 PM America/Chicago

The Governors State University (GSU) College of Business (COB) has launched a seven-video series to showcase faculty discussing impactful and timely topics from artificial intelligence to workplace culture. Each one to three-minute video promotes …

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Alice Keane: Finding research interest in an unlikely place

February

2023

| 16:06 PM America/Chicago

Undergraduate Accounting Program Coordinator, Alice Keane found her long term research interest in an area she least expected, tax law. A topic that she was hesitant to explore has become a subject that she finds fascinating, one that she continues …

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Dr. Amy Vujaklija on her Work and Community Connections

March

2023

| 10:08 AM America/Chicago

A Kentucky native, Dr. Amy Vujaklija was first charmed by the beautiful landscape showcasing signature sculptures on Governors State University’s (GSU) summer campus. Even the weary Paul Bunyan made Vujaklija smile when she first arrived on campus …

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GSU Gathers Humanitarian Aid for Turkey

March

2023

| 14:23 PM America/Chicago

Words to describe her heartbreak and pain escaped Governors State University’s (GSU) Dr. Figen Karadogan when she heard the news about the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, a natural disaster that took more than 50,000 lives.Karadogan …

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Groundbreaking podcast celebrates Black History Month with 28 Voices of Black Excellence

February

2023

| 16:08 PM America/Chicago

Governors State University (GSU) College of Education's "Teaching and Learning" Podcast has curated episodes to feature in its 28 Voices of Black Excellence. Within this podcast-series is a range of powerful educators and engaging topics that bring …

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Alumni Spotlights

Destinee Ortiz: Called to Life of Public Service

March

2023

| 14:04 PM America/Chicago

In January 2022, Destinee Ortiz (’22) was 25 years old, parenting three children, including a five-month-old baby, and taking five classes at Governors State University (GSU) when she decided to run for the Will County Board.A daunting task to which …

Senate President Fung: Developing trust and working partnerships is foundational

February

2023

| 16:14 PM America/Chicago

Increased participation, better communication, and productive partnerships across campus: these are the goals of the Civil Service Senate under the leadership of President Brave Fung. His two-year term began in the fall of 2022.Fung completed a …

Dr. Pat Robey, from first-gen student to Distinguished Alumni

January

2023

| 15:26 PM America/Chicago

At first glance, it’s easy to see why Dr. Patricia Robey, (’94, ’97, ’03), stands out as a Governors State University alumna. She's earned three degrees, as well as a full professorship and chair position to epitomize academic and career …

President’s Corner

May

26,

2022

| 16:35 PM America/Chicago

President Green Responds to Mass Shootings

Dear Governors State University Community, Our campus community is again horrified, angered, and deeply saddened by yet another mass shooting. …

March

25,

2022

| 12:55 PM America/Chicago

President Green's Message on Russo-Ukrainian War

Dear GSU Community:On February 24, 2022, just as we were eagerly anticipating the final phases of the coronavirus pandemic, another world crisis …

January

19,

2022

| 09:26 AM America/Chicago

Dr. Cheryl Green Named to Crain's Black Notables List

University Park, IL – Governors State University President Cheryl Green was recently named by Crain’s Chicago Business a 2021 Notable Black Leader …

Conversations with Leaders

January

18,

2023

| 18:06 PM America/Chicago

Conversations with Leaders: Dr. Phyllis West moves social justice from vision to reality

For Dr. Phyllis West, a born and bred social justice champion who holds two master’s degrees in public health and social work, as well as a doctorate …

October

11,

2022

| 11:01 AM America/Chicago