Articles tagged with 'CEHD' | Governors State University

Jessica Watson saw Governors State University (GovState) as the place where she could continue a journey she put on pause over 16 years ago to raise her daughter.Her daughter, now in college, encouraged Jessica to follow her goals, which led her to …

Entering unfamiliar territory as a first-generation student, Emely Oviedo found comfort in Governors State University (GovState) where she left no stone unturned.An honors student, athlete, and student athletic training aide, Emely did it all and …

Laila Atra-Yassin could not have anticipated the opportunities she would have when she transferred to Governors State University (GovState) through the Dual Degree Program (DDP).Enrolling in the Psychology program and minoring in ethics, Laila set …

For Krystal Carter, Governors State University (GovState) found her when she least expected it and left a lasting first impression. Finding out more about GovState convinced her to enroll in the undergraduate Psychology program.Not only will Krystal …

Seeking a career change following an eye-opening experience as a Boy Scout leader, Dave McManus returned to school at 41 to pursue teaching, eventually finding his way to Governors State University's (GovState) Elementary Education bachelor's …

Oraia Jaramillo came to Governors State University (GovState) to advance her career and did it all while working full-time as a teacher and raising a family. As a student of the Master of Arts in Educational Administration - Principal …

As a first-generation college student, Jillian Basile initially felt a bit out of place in the world of higher education, though that soon changed as she found her own path at Governors State University (GovState).For Jillian, self-advocating and …

Drawing from her own roots, Dr. Lisa Pennington is organizing a workshop and Sweat Lodge Ceremony for the Governors State University (GovState) community to help dispel some myths people have about indigenous people and their culture.

In an effort to create more inclusive communities that value and support everyone, Governors State University’s (GovState) College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) will host a Collective Equity Workshop for all faculty and staff. 

Encouraging imagination and creativity, says Governors State University (GovState) Provost Beverly Schneller, is what's so important about reading and why the Family Development Center (FDC) is hosting a book drive this month for the second year in …

Since receiving a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion mini grant in September for their project, the Southland History Collective, Governors State University (GovState) Professors Drs. Lisa Pennington and Megan VanGorder have been building a team and …

A former U.S. Marine, retired UPS manager and entrepreneur Richard “Rocky” Caylor recently talked with Governors State University (GovState) faculty, staff and supporters about developing leaders during an alumni event hosted by …

After working with children in the foster care system early in her career, Governors State University (GovState) professor Leonis S. Wright developed a desire to assist children and adolescents with their daily academic and social/emotional …

Alli Cipra (left) and Matthew Cooney (right)Governors State University’s (GovState) College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), under the leadership of Drs. Alli Cipra and Matthew Cooney, is starting the Research Associate Development (RAD) …

Governors State University’s (GovState) College of Education is now the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), better reflecting the variety of programs it offers.  In a separate but related rebrand, the CEHD’s Division of …

For Governors State University Psychology Professor Alli Cipra, research has been the foundation of both her education and career. Having studied at research-based universities, she saw the benefit of being involved in …