Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The Prairie State College (PSC) Foundation awards more than $75,000 in scholarships annually to PSC students. In addition to scholarship assistance, the foundation supports special projects that are outside the college’s budget. The special projects enhance the learning experience of PSC students and are funded with unrestricted[Read More…]

Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– A ton of food. . . or more. That is how much Prairie State College (PSC) hopes to collect at Foodapalooza. Foodapalooza will feature eight live performances for the admission price of five or more non-perishable food items to benefit Respond Now. The event will be held[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–August 11, 2009.  Students with disabilities face corporal punishment in public schools at disproportionately high rates, says a report released today by the American Civil Liberties Union and Human Rights Watch. The physical discipline, which often includes beatings, can worsen these students’ medical conditions and undermine their education, says[Read More…]

CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–August 7, 2009. Governor Pat Quinn today signed into law a bill that provides greater educational and informational resources for veterans attending Illinois public colleges and universities. “This legislation provides our student veterans with the needed information, assistance and guidance they deserve,” said Governor Quinn. “It is necessary that we[Read More…]

Park Forest , IL–(ENEWSPF)– Excitement is building this new school year for the Rich East High School Community in Park Forest, IL. The PTSO and the Booster Club have joined together to form the Rockets Booster Club. Already over 100 members have signed up. The Rockets Booster Club announced the[Read More…]

Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Choosing a college is an important decision for many high school students. When high school seniors weigh their options, they will discover Prairie State College (PSC) has many benefits. Students can complete their first two years of college at PSC and transfer to a four-year college or[Read More…]

Chicago Heights, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Prairie State College (PSC) offers flexible scheduling with classes available days, evenings, weekends, and online. Busy individuals still have time to plan a schedule to fit their needs; classes begin August 24. New students must register in person by visiting the Counseling and Academic Advising Center, Monday[Read More…]

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– In November, Governors State University will undergo a comprehensive evaluation visit by a team representing the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. GSU has been accredited by the Commission since 1975. The team will review the university’s ongoing ability to meet[Read More…]

Palos Heights, Ill.–(ENEWSPF)–August 6, 2009.  The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) announced the formation of the Illinois Student Assistance Corps, consisting of over 60 near-peer mentors that will march in Chicago’s Bud Billiken Back-to-School Parade on Saturday morning before being deployed throughout the state. “Against a landscape of recession, unemployment,[Read More…]