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Lewis University and St. Augustine College Plan Merger

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023
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The presidents of Lewis University and St. Augustine College today announced a plan to merge both institutions, with both Boards of Trustees unanimously approving the decision.

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  • The presidents of Lewis University and St. Augustine College today announced a plan to merge both institutions, with both Boards of Trustees unanimously approving the decision.
  • The schools will now submit an application to the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to make St. Augustine College a part of Lewis University.
  • “Our two institutions are well-matched in mission and values,” said Dr. David Livingston, Lewis University president.
  • Through this merger, we will build upon the legacy and tradition of St. Augustine College, offering an expanded range of bilingual education programs, services and outreach to the growing Hispanic population in Chicago.

ComEd Celebrates 36 Job Training Graduates Ready to Join Clean Energy Workforce

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Friday, November 4, 2022
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To ensure a pipeline of diverse, skilled and local talent that will power the clean energy transformation in Illinois, ComEd is deeply invested supporting and expanding job training and education programs, said Louie Binswanger, SVP of governmental and regulatory affairs at ComEd.

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  • To ensure a pipeline of diverse, skilled and local talent that will power the clean energy transformation in Illinois, ComEd is deeply invested supporting and expanding job training and education programs, said Louie Binswanger, SVP of governmental and regulatory affairs at ComEd.
  • Programs like the CONSTRUCT Business Operations Academy play a critical role as we work to connect more residents to skills training needed to take on jobs in energy and infrastructure.
  • Im proud of my accomplishments and look forward to next steps as I now feel I am ready to take the PMP exam.
  • ComEd's investments in training and recruitment help create a local talent pipeline that is prepared to meet future demands, as clean energy jobs are on the rise.

MBDA Announces $1.75 Million in Grants for Minority Colleges and Universities

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has announced $1.75 million in grants to seven minority educational institutions as part of an expanded pilot program to support entrepreneurship for undergraduate students.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) has announced $1.75 million in grants to seven minority educational institutions as part of an expanded pilot program to support entrepreneurship for undergraduate students.
  • These grantees join a cohort of four other Minority Colleges and Universities awarded in 2021.
  • The Minority Colleges and Universities pilot program will help fund the development of curricula, pilot courses, seminars, and replicable products and tools that address inclusive innovation, entrepreneurship, and general economic development.
  • Grantees include Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian Serving Institutions (ANNHSIs).