Month: September 2009

Dahr Jamail

Resisting Homophobia in the Military

By Dahr Jamail t r u t h o u t | Perspective Homophobia arguably manifests itself in the worst form of discrimination in the military, surpassing even racism. Instead of enabling recruits to vanquish their prejudices and strengthening the individual and the collective spirit, all military training seems to[Read More…]

Late Start Classes Begin September 18 at Prairie State College

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Still thinking about taking college courses this fall? It’s not too late. Prairie State College (PSC) offers a number of courses which start mid-September. Late Start courses begin September 18 and accommodate students who prefer a later start date. PSC has record enrollment for the fall[Read More…]

Prairie State College Seeks Employers for Job Fair

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Employers looking for candidates to fill open positions are encouraged to register for the Prairie State College annual job fair. The job fair is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Business and Community Education Center of Prairie State College,[Read More…]

PSC Site of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Forum

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Fetal Alcohol Syndrome is a preventable cause of intellectual disabilities and birth defects. In observance of International Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Day, Prairie State College (PSC) is hosting a FASD Forum to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking during pregnancy and the plight of[Read More…]

PSC Offers Periodontal Screenings

Chicago Heights , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College dental hygiene students are looking for community volunteers to enhance their clinical learning experience. For a $35 fee, clients get a thorough cleaning by a student dental hygienist, a full set of X-rays, mouth impressions, and a consultation with the periodontist on staff.[Read More…]

Free LSAT Prep Class at Governors State University

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Governors State University is offering a free LSAT preparation class on Mondays, beginning September 21 and ending on May 24. The class is from 7:30 to 10:20 p.m., in room A2202. University tutor David Sparks of the Academic Resource Center will teach the preparation class for the[Read More…]

Ready for Dixieland Jazz in Park Forest?

Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Faith United Protestant Church is sponsoring the Barbary Coast Dixieland Band for its fourth annual appearance in Park Forest. The world renown band will present a brand new program consisting of a variety of styles of music from the polka to Big Band, Dixieland jazz, and as[Read More…]

Death Notice: Lawrence J. Forman

Lawrence J. Forman Lawrence J. Forman, age 91, of Park Forest, IL, born January 21, 1918, Bethlehem , PA, died August 28, 2009 in Chicago, IL. Occupation: Truck Manager.  Visitation: Wednesday, September 1, 2009, 9 to 11 a.m. Funeral Service Wednesday, September 1, 2009, 11 a.m. at Lain‑Sullivan Chapel, 50[Read More…]

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