Yearly Archives: 2012
Fire It Up with New Grilling Favorites
Craving new grilling recipes? For a flavorful spin on warm-weather meals, think beyond standard steaks, burgers and veggies. Trying a versatile protein, like pulled pork, will revitalize standby menus and… Read more
Mayor Emanuel, CPS Announce New School Days
ayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Jean-Claude Brizard announced that elementary schools will adopt a 7-hour day next year and high schools will adopt a 7.5 hour… Read more
Toyota y los Clubes de Niños y Niñas de América se asocian para combatir la Crisis de Deserción Escolar
Toyota y los Clubes de Niños y Niñas de América (BGCA) anunciaron una asociación nacional a través del establecimiento de una iniciativa de preparación para la universidad, la cual va… Read more
UIC recibe a reconocido Poeta y Activista Mexicano
La Universidad de Illinois en Chicago ofrecerá una conferencia pública por Javier Sicilia, poeta y activista mexicano galardonado, titulada “Cuando llega el Silencio sobre un Poeta – Emergencia Nacional en… Read more
St. Augustine Director Receives Prestigious Award
On April 7, Carmen Rivera, director of St. Augustine College’s campus in the West Town and Little Village areas of Chicago, was honored with the Imagen Foundation’s Latina Leader Award…. Read more
El Alcalde Emanuel, y las Escuelas anuncian Nuevos Días Escolares
El alcalde Rahm Emanuel y Jean-Claude Brizard, Gerente General las Escuelas Públicas de Chicago (CPS) anunciaron que las escuelas elementales adoptarán días de 7 horas el próximo año y las… Read more
UIC Welcomes Renowned Mexican Poet and Activist
The University of Illinois at Chicago will host a public lecture by award-winning Mexican poet and activist Javier Sicilia, entitled “When Silence Comes Upon a Poet-National Emergency in Mexico.” The… Read more
Toyota and Boys and Girls Clubs of America Partner to Combat Dropout Crisis
Toyota and Boys and Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) announced a national partnership through the establishment of a college readiness initiative, which will help fund youth education and improve high… Read more
‘Girl in Progress’: Eva Mendes’ Latest Project
By: Carlos Acevedo The story of a single parent working multiple jobs to make ends meet is not uncommon. With the pressure of today’s economy, it’s not unusual to see… Read more
Northern Mariana Islands: Immigrant Hell
By: Daniel Nardini The Northern Mariana Islands. With their beautiful palm trees, their sandy beaches, and their rich native heritage, no one would think of this collection of islands as… Read more »