Yearly Archives: 2020
MSI Offers Free Entry in January, February
The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago (MSI), 5700 S. Lake Shore Dr., is offering free Museum Entry to Illinois residents on select dates each week in January and February,… Read more
Chicagoland Pop-Up Donation Locations to Support Families in Honor of MLK Day of Service
One in three Chicagoland kids experiences poverty. This winter, they need your help. On Monday, Jan. 20th, Cradles to Crayons invites Chicagoland families to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day… Read more
Chicago A Cappella Presents ‘Fiesta Coral Mexicana’
Chicago a cappella, heralded as “the city’s liveliest, most versatile vocal ensemble,” (Chicago Tribune) celebrates the colorful and dynamic music of Mexico at Fiesta Coral Mexicana, a vibrant concert at… Read more
More Teens Are Vaping Marijuana. Why Health Officials Are Alarmed
While teenagers smoking marijuana is nothing new, a fresh report by the federal government says more teens say they’re vaping cannabis more frequently. This is of concern to health experts,… Read more
Chicago Department of Public Health Announces Historic Decline in New HIV Diagnoses
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced that new HIV diagnoses in Chicago has hit a record low, continuing a trend of four consecutive years of declines. A total… Read more
Early Life Exposure to Dogs May Lessen Risk of Developing Schizophrenia
Ever since humans domesticated the dog, the faithful, obedient and protective animal has provided its owner with companionship and emotional well-being. Now, a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests that… Read more
Check Yourself During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
By: Ashmar Mandou During the past several decades, screening – testing for cancer before symptoms develop – has reduced deaths from cervical cancer, as doctors have been able to find… Read more
CDC Issues Warning About Hard-Boiled Eggs Due to Listeria
A multistate outbreak of listeria connected to hard-boiled eggs produced by Almark Foods is currently being investigated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and… Read more
CCPA Young Composer Competition
CCPA Music Composition Faculty invite high school aged composers to submit to the 2019-2020 Young Composer Competition. Deadline to submit is January 21st, 2020. Submission guidelines include: – Students must… Read more
Express Transfer Admission Day
Dominican University is making it even easier to transfer, so you can focus on what matters: elevating your education. Receive an admission decision, financial aid award and tentative schedule—all on… Read more
