Partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Northeastern Illinois University has partnered with the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago to offer students, faculty and staff complimentary admission to all exhibits and activities, as well as virtual performances and public programs, through August 2021. (Ticketed additional-fee presentations are exempt from this agreement.)

The museum building is currently closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but it is offering a number of virtual and remote events, including:

The Long Dream
The Long Dream invites visitors to see the city of Chicago, the world and themselves through the eyes of more than 70 local artists whose work offers us ways to imagine a more equitable and interconnected world.

Through May 2

Chicago Works: Omar Velázquez
Through July 25
In his first solo museum exhibition, artist and musician Omar Velázquez presents recent paintings and sculptures that address the intersection of painting, music and folklore.

Talk: Carolina Caycedo
6-7 p.m. Jan. 7
On the opening of the exhibition "Carolina Caycedo: From the Bottom of the River," join a lively conversation between the artist, exhibition curator Carla Acevedo-Yates and Wayuu filmmaker David Hernández Palmar.

When the museum space reopens, students, faculty and staff will be required to present their University ID card in order to receive complimentary admission.

Posted on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.

Get Paid One-Time Annual Student Membership Fee At Black-identified Professional Association

The Black Student Success Committee is extending its deadline to African and African-American identified currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students who are seeking funding for a one-time annual student membership fee at a Black-identified professional association. The deadline for the Black Professional Membership Fees Initiative is Feb. 1 (or until funds are exhausted). 

Below is an example of how it works:

A Black student pursuing a major in Human Resource Development would like to join the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources and the membership fee is $30. This student must schedule a virtual appointment with Tim Mays, Assistant Director for Black Student Success, and Tim will assist with payment.

We ask the campus community to share this opportunity with students and peers!

For questions regarding the initiative, please contact Tim Mays at t-mays2@neiu.edu.

Posted on behalf of Tim Mays, Assistant Director for Pedroso Center, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.

Home Heavenz Clean Environment Scholarship Program

Greetings,

We are excited to announce our company’s annual ($1000 to $2000 for 2 Students) scholarship, which is available to Northeastern Illinois University students of all majors. We would love to make an application for this scholarship available to your students.

The name of this Scholarship Program is Home Heavenz Clean Environment Scholarship Program.

For your convenience, here is the link to the application page on our website: https://homeheavenz.com/scholarship-program/

We want to encourage deserving, hardworking, and those students who cannot continue their educational journey because of limited financial resources. Our goal is to pay back the community and lift the talented youth for their bright future and invest in youth to study with full concentration, dedication, and start their professional life without any financial hurdles.

Here is a brief list of our requirements:

Applicants must be:                       

• Applications are open for students all around the world.
  
• Applicants outside the U.S are obligated to write an essay on one of the topics listed on the Scholarship page.
  
• Minimum GPA of 3.00
  
• Currently Enrolled in an Accredited University / College (Please Provide Proof of Admission)
  
• About to Start an Accredited University / College (Please Provide Proof of Admission)
  

 

Here is a link to the application page: https://homeheavenz.com/scholarship-program/

If you have any questions, please let us know.

 

Thank you,

Maria A. Davis

Home Heavenz

National First-Generation College Student Day Celebration Kicks Off Thursday Nov 5

National First-Generation College Student Day Celebration

Thursday, November 5 from 5:00 to 6:00 pm CST

This is an opportunity for first-generation college students to generate energy and renew pride before National First-Generation Celebration Day on Nov 8. With entertainment via COE's DJ Faro, this fun hour of music, trivia, and prizes encourages students to engage on social media using hashtag #CelebrateFirstGen2020.

Register for First-Gen Day

Ensemble Espanol's 45th Anniversary Virtual Celebration

 

Dear Ensemble Español Fan, Student, Supporter: Be sure to join us for the Unveiling of the Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater's 45th Anniversary Season!       Thursday, October 22 7:00 - 8:30 PM The Ensemble Español will broadcast the virtual celebration live at 7:00 PM CST on Vimeo. When the time comes, click HERE to access the link for our virtual presentation.      This 90 minute, free event will feature performance previews, trailers, highlights of our 45th anniversary season from a variety of Ensemble  programs, including exciting celebrity guests, new partnerships and more.   RSVP → Virtual Celebration   We are certain this celebration will bring the spirit of our communities together while we remain apart at this time.     When should I log on?  The ‘lobby’ will open at 6:45 PM and we suggest logging on at least 10 minutes before the program begins to have time to troubleshoot and get settled. While you’re waiting in the lobby, you will be able to enjoy some of the music our musicians created. The program will begin promptly at 7:00 PM CST.     How else can I support Ensemble Español?  You can make a difference by donating today and spreading the word for your friends and family to join in too!    $45 for 45th → Support the Ensemble Español   Thanks to a generous anonymous donor, any gift you make from today through June 30, 2022 will be MATCHED!  Your gift would help ensure Ensemble Español's educational programs, dancers training, performances,  scholarships, staff development, supplies, and technology into the future. Your support today will continue to help us transform lives one dance step at a time.  First 100 recurring donors get: 10% discount for a session of workshops 10% off to Emilio's Spanish Tapas Restaurant Ensemble Español’s t-shirt and a bottle of wine     Any other questions? Please email Kim Grigsby, Development Manager with any questions about our event at Kim@EnsembleEspanol.org  Thank you again for celebrating with us these past 45 years! Here's to the next 45!

More information →

Early Voting In Chicago

 A Loop Super Site opens on Oct. 1. Any Chicago resident can go there to vote early, drop off a vote-by-mail ballot or register to vote.

Starting Oct. 14, all the other early voting sites — one per ward — will open. Not sure which ward you live in? Look it up with your address here.

Hours

(For all voting sites)

Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Election Day, Nov. 3: 6 a.m.-7 p.m.

Source: 

https://blockclubchicago.org/2020/09/30/early-voting-starts-thursday-in-chicago-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/

Information provided by TRIO SSS Teacher Prep Coordinator Rachel Schaffnit

TRIO SSS Alum Berhane Hailemichael Wins Community Leadership Award

Northeastern Illinois University and the NEIU Alumni Association are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2020 Alumni Awards.

NEIU takes great pride in the success of its alumni. This year, five outstanding alumni will be recognized for excellence and achievement in their careers, leadership and service to their communities and society. 

The awards will be presented at the NEIU Virtual Golden Gala and Alumni Awards Ceremony, taking place at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. Registration is complimentary. We hope you will join us to celebrate these outstanding awardees!

Distinguished Alumnus Award
Ana Castillo
B.A. 1975 Art

Alumni Service Award
Charles L. Good
B.A. 2004 Economics and History

Community Leadership Award
Berhane Hailemichael
B.A. 2014 Justice Studies
M.A. 2017 Community and Teacher Leaders

Outstanding GOLD Alumni Award
David Robertson
B.A. 2016 Nontraditional Degree
M.A. 2018 Community and Teacher Leaders

Future Alumni Leader Award
Melanie Glover
B.A. 2018 Justice Studies
NEIU Graduate Student

Posted on behalf of Damaris Tapia, Director of Alumni Relations, by Mike Hines, Director of Strategic Communications.