A decade ago, STEM programs weren’t being taught in schools, but in 2017, it’s more common to see these types of programs that focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics pop up into students’ curriculums. However, not all schools have equal access to this in-demand learning, but Walter H. Dyett High School for the Arts is bringing […]
The simple concept of exchanging ideas and taking the time to listen to the thoughts of another person proved to make a positive impact during the annual week-long festival.
Whether it is finding a nonprofit to get involved with, finding out when a neighborhood town hall is, or network and cultivate resources, GoCivic’s platform provides it all.
In schools just like Spencer Tech, as well as other nonprofit organizations, over 100,000 volunteers gathered nationwide for Comcast Cares Day to complete a total of 700 projects.
Chicago is full of networking events for all types of professionals: tech, journalism, marketing, startups, real estate…the list goes on. There’s almost always a forced feeling to these types of events, which is where Creative Women’s Co. stands out. The small community of Chicago women that make up Creative Women’s Co. are supportive of each […]
For many veterans, life outside of combat is a battle in itself. Transitioning from the military to civilian life can be hard to cope with for many coming out of service. Chicagoan Greg Jumes served in the Marine Corps in Iraq and Afghanistan for four years until 2010. He said in life after the military […]
Last night, the country watched as President Barack Obama gave his final speech as President in Chicago. For Hyde Park residents, they watched a historic chapter of one of their neighbors’ lives come to a close. Obama’s eight – year term as President will be remembered by many, but Hyde Park residents, who watched him […]
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