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“U of I had a profound impact on Larry. He has always been generous with his time, but now he is generous with his money too for the athletic department.”
Overall enrollment in the U of I system is up, while down slightly at UIS.
Hands-on experience unlocks pathways to the nursing profession
Gies’ contribution honors his late father, U.S. Army veteran Larry Gies Sr., and aims to preserve the legacy of military sacrifice.
From talking about fishing, to helping seniors learn about phishing.
“There are many people out there who may want to go get a four year (degree) but aren’t ready in their lives,” said Charlotte Warren, who is retiring after this school year.
In the lead-up to Acutis’ canonization on Sunday, it’s all Acutis, all the time at the Blessed Carlo Acutis Parish and school in Chicago.
The university says in a news release Janet Gooch will serve on the NCAA Committee on Access, Opportunity, and Impact.
“The young people that we serve have experienced a lot; they have experienced loss, trauma, abuse, heartache, poverty, discrimination, and much more. They’re also incredibly resilient and strong, intelligent and funny, and loving. These kids are worth our investment — this investment.”
This comes less than a month after Pritzker signed a plan into law to ensure any student living in the state can be considered for financial aid options.