Yearly Archives: 2014
Most Female Scientists Face Sexual Harassment While Working
The latest U.S. Census stats show that women make up only about a quarter of the workforce in the science, technology, engineering and math fields today. But why? A new… Read more
Noah’s Arc Foundation Premieres #ChicagoStandUp PSA Campaign
On Friday, July 25, 2014, Noah’s Arc Foundation (NAF) is unveiling a new public service announcement (PSA) for its “Chicago Stand Up” campaign at a small release event at the… Read more
Debunking Five Training Myths
While big chunks of America’s population continue to be ravaged by obesity, causing other problems such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, there are many millions who choose to prevent those… Read more
Delgado Celebrates Grant Presentation at Josephinum Academy
Senator William Delgado (D-Chicago) joined AT&T Illinois President Paul La Schiazza, Representative Cynthia Soto and Alderman Joe Moreno at the presentation of a $60,000 grant from the AT&T Foundation to… Read more
AT&T Commits $18 Million to Youth Programs with Mentoring
AT&T Chairman and CEO Randall Stephenson joined President Obama to commit $18 million to education programs with a youth mentoring component. This funding supports the company’s goal of providing youth… Read more
Many U.S. Beaches Are So Polluted They Can Make You Sick
Heading out to the beach this summer? Before you take a swim, check out the Natural Resources Defense Council’s (NRDC) new evaluation of environmental pollution—it reveals some pretty surprising (and… Read more
Smithsonian Latino Center Celebrates Ninth Annual Young Ambassadors Program
The Smithsonian Latino Center kicked off its ninth annual Young Ambassadors Program last month with the arrival of 22 graduating high school seniors from throughout the country to Washington, D.C…. Read more
Protesters to Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae ‘fight, fight, fight for human housing right’
By: Ashmar Mandou Nearly two hundred participants including homeowners, supporters of the Housing Justice Movement, and community activists converged at the 3400 block of N. Monitor Avenue to meet with… Read more
Chicago Department of Public Health Kicks Off PlayStreets Day 2014
Last week, Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) Commissioner Bechara Choucair, M.D., joined community members to kick-off Chicago PlayStreets Day, July 24th. Community organizations are hosting 13 events across the… Read more
Lyric Opera of Chicago’s world premiere Bel Canto has first workshop
Composer Jimmy López and librettist Nilo Cruz heard their music and words come to life recently when members of The Patrick G. and Shirley W. Ryan Opera Center at Lyric… Read more
