Articles tagged with 'press releases' | Governors State University

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Illinois) - The Annual Health and Wellness Fair and Expo returns to Governors State University (GovState) October 13 – 15, touching on stress management, prevention, and wellness.Formerly called Wellness Week, …

The Center for Performing Arts (The Center) at Governors State University (GovState) welcomes Grammy Award-winning hip-hop pioneers Arrested Development on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.

Governors State University (GovState) is excited to announce a dynamic new partnership! The GovState powerhouse Online Teaching and Learning (ONTL) Certificate program is officially expanding to the University Center of Lake County (UCC), bringing …

Governors State University (GovState) reported a 6.2 percent increase in new student enrollment for fall 2026, with growth driven by increases in domestic transfer students and students pursuing graduate degrees.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEToday, Governors State University (GovState) was honored with the 2026 Higher Education Excellence and Distinction (HEED) Award from Insight into Academia magazine. The HEED Award recognizes colleges and universities that go …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Illinois) - Governors State University's (GovState) Visual Arts Gallery will feature the Robert Burnier: Blind Histories exhibition now through September 18, 2026.In Burnier's words, his art is “folded, …

Some faculty and staff of Governors State University (GovState) were recently recognized with Excellence Awards, noting outstanding achievement in teaching, writing, and research.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Illinois) - Whether running to set a personal record or taking a walk through Governors State University's (GovState) campus, get ready for the return of the annual Jaguar 5K on Sunday, October 25!This year …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Illinois) - Governors State University (GovState) is updating its Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, bringing a trimmed course load so students can earn their degree sooner. Effective with the …

Those looking to get a head start on holiday gift shopping can check out the Annual Fall Vendor and Craft Fair, which returns to Governors State University (GovState) on Tuesday, September 29 - Wednesday, Septemb

(University Park, Illinois) – Governors State University (GovState) is announcing two new members on the Foundation Board of Directors, strengthening the Board’s leadership in critical areas that will allow the Foundation to continue advancing the …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, IL) - Governors State University (GovState) is excited to announce a bold evolution of its graduate offerings with the launch of the newly reimagined Master of Arts in Communication program (formerly the M.A. …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Illinois) — Governors State University and the Greer Scholars Program launches a new specialized nursing cohort that provides a renewable scholarship of up to $5000 to eligible first-year nursing students.The …

(University Park, Illinois) - This fall, eight Governors State University (GovState) professors will greet students as newly tenured academic scholars. Tenure is an academic distinction that recognizes faculty for their dedication to teaching, …

(University Park, Illinois) - Recently competing in the Special Olympics Illinois Region E Track and Field competition, some Governors State University (GovState) Jaguar Jumps students are celebrating their medal wins.Julian Johnson, Thaddeus …

(University Park, Illinois) - Plan for an evening under the stars celebrating Governors State University’s (GovState) Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park (theNate) at the park’s annual Prairie Party, formerly known as Sculpture, Wine and Dine.“Please join …

(University Park, Illinois) – Just weeks before the soccer complex ribbon cutting at Governors State University (GovState), the  Athletics Department welcomes Jose “Tony” Gonzalez as the new Head men's Soccer Coach.Before coming to GovState, …

A series of films showcasing the unique qualities of Chicago will be featured in the 8th Annual Chicago Southland International Film Festival (CSIFF) at Governors State University (GovState) April 9 to 11.Shades of Chicago is a collection of nine …

(University Park, Illinois) – On March 6, 2026, Governors State University (GovState) will host a documentary showcase of Medasse: A Ghana Public Health Brigade to help raise money and awareness of the public service learning faculty and students …

(University Park, Illinois) - Beginning January 16, 2026, viewers can tune in on their phones or other devices to watch Governors State University (GovState) events, including sports and …

(University Park, Illinois)  -- In a nod to her childhood home, Governors State University (GovState) President Joyce C. Ester was recently added to the newly refurbished Phoenix Historical Wall at South Suburban College. Photos and …

Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU), the alma mater of former Governors State University (GovState) President Cheryl Green, recently honored the late president for more than three decades of transformative leadership in higher education …

University Park, Illinois – Governors State University (GovState) recently released its comprehensive 2025 Annual Report, Learning Without Limits.“Learning Without Limits” is a 48-page digital snapshot of the institution’s milestone …

(University Park, Illinois) Joyce C. Ester, Ph.D., will be installed as the seventh president of Governors State University on Nov. 14 following a week of celebratory events.The investiture ceremony’s guest list will include local and state …

(University Park, Illinois) Governors State University (GovState) announces the Earthrise Scholarship for GovState students of all majors. This scholarship was made possible by a $25,000 donation from Earthrise Energy, an independent power …

(University Park, Illinois) On the 10th day of the fall semester (census date), Governors State University (GovState) reported a 1.7 percent increase in undergraduate enrollment which was bolstered by a 21 percent increase in freshman …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Ill.) – Governors State University (GovState) announces the Jennifer Artis Scholarship, named in honor of Jennifer Artis, a champion for equitable healthcare and accessibility to quality healthcare …

The University is ready to celebrate health and wellness by promoting a better lifestyle and discussing important disease prevention initiatives at Wellness Week, returning this September at Governors State University (GovState).The annual event …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Ill.) - Promising an opportunity for networking, Governors State University's (GovState) Master of Public Administration (MPA) Orientation, Career and Mentorship Event is set to return August 21. The annual …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(University Park, Ill.) – Governors State University (GovState) has been named as the Best College in the Chicago Southland, leading the 2025 “Best of Chicago’s Southland” readers’ awards. Edging out several local colleges and …