13 Jun 2014

Lucas Strombeck Named to Dean's List at Cornell University

By Linda Glaser

ITHACA, NY (06/11/2014)(readMedia)-- Cornell University's Lucas Strombeck of Davenport has been placed on the Dean's List of the College of Arts and Sciences for Excellence in Scholarship for the Spring 2014 semester.

The College of Arts and Sciences is Cornell University's largest undergraduate college. It provides a high-quality liberal arts education to its own students, and its courses are also accessible to all other students at Cornell. The college's faculty includes national and international leaders in their respective disciplines.

13 Jun 2014

Iowa City, IA teen set to compete in national scholarship competition this month

By Megan Gunter
Distinguished Young Women program promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent in high school girls
Mobile, Ala. (June 11, 2014) - Alexandra Grady of Iowa City, IA will travel to Mobile, Ala. on Sunday, June 15 to participate in the 57th Distinguished Young Women National Finals to be held June 26, 27 and 28 at the Mobile Civic Center Theater. Grady is one of 50 state representatives competing for a share of more than $150,000 in cash scholarships and the opportunity to represent the program as the Distinguished Young Woman of America for 2014.

Following her selection as the Distinguished Young Woman of Iowa, Grady began preparations for the National Finals competition, which will include five categories of evaluation: scholastics (20%), interview (25%), fitness (15%), talent (25%) and self-expression (15%). During her two weeks in Mobile, Grady will participate in team building activities, complete community service projects, interact with the Gulf Coast community through various events and engage in many hours of rehearsal in preparation for the three night scholarship competition.

"We are delighted to have fifty of the best young women that America has to offer to come to our city to participate in the 57th National Finals," said Pam Patterson, Interim Executive Director for Distinguished Young Women.  "Mobile always opens its arms and welcomes these young ladies into their hearts and their homes.  Sunday will be a great day as we meet these gifted individuals and begin our journey toward selecting the Distinguished Young Woman of America for 2014."

If selected as the program's overall winner, Grady will spend the next year representing Distinguished Young Women across the country through various appearances and promoting the program's national outreach initiative of "Be Your Best Self." The outreach program is designed to combat major issues facing children today including childhood obesity and high school drop out rates, as well as encourage young people to take an active interest in their communities through service. The outreach program consists of five elements - Be Healthy, Be Involved, Be Studious, Be Ambitious and Be Responsible.

Grady is a 2014 graduate of Iowa City West High School and the daughter of Marsha and David Grady.

To view the live webcast of the Distinguished Young Women National Finals, visit www.DistinguishedYW.org on Saturday, June 28 at 7 p.m. CST. To see photos of participants during their time in Mobile, visit www.fpvision.com.

About Distinguished Young Women
Founded in 1958 in Mobile, Alabama, Distinguished Young Women is the largest and oldest national scholarship program for high school girls. During its 57 years of operation, the program has provided life-changing experiences for more than 730,000 young women. Last year, Distinguished Young Women provided more than $367 million in cash and college scholarship opportunities to program participants at the local, state and national level. Previously known as America's Junior Miss, the program announced its new name in June 2010.

The mission of Distinguished Young Women is to positively impact the lives of young women by providing a transformative experience that promotes and rewards scholarship, leadership and talent. National sponsors include the City of Mobile, Mobile County, Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation, State of Alabama, Alabama Resource Conservation and Development Councils, Encore Rehabilitation, Wintzell's Oyster House, Alabama Power Foundation, Master Boat Builders and Regions Financial Corporation.

For more information about Distinguished Young Women, contact Megan Gunter, National Headquarters Communications Director (251-622-5335, Megan@DistinguishedYW.org) or visit http://www.DistinguishedYW.org. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube: http://www.facebook.com/distinguishedyw; http://www.twitter.com/distinguishedyw; http://instagram.com/distinguishedyw; www.youtube.com/user/distinguishedyw. The official Distinguished Young Women hashtag for the 57th National Finals is #DYW2014.
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13 Jun 2014

Samantha Glackin of Moline contributes to "The Emergence of Modern Joliet" art exhibit

By Kathrynne Skonicki

ROMEOVILLE, IL (06/11/2014)(readMedia)-- Samantha Glackin helped create "The Emergence of Modern Joliet: Art, Industry and Urbanization" art exhibit that will be on display from June 16-July 11 in The Brent and Jean Wadsworth Family Gallery, located on Lewis University's main campus in Romeoville. A special reception for the exhibit will be held at 5 p.m. on July 9. The free exhibit is open to the public from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on weekends.

The art exhibition features the work of Lewis University students and historical collections in a partnership between Lewis University and the Joliet Area Historical Museum. The History of Illinois class of Dr. Dennis Cremin, history professor and director of the Lewis University History Center, researched the topics and drafted text for the exhibit panels. The exhibit's scheme was a group effort by students in the Advanced Design class directed by Leslie Colonna, Lewis University instructor of art and design.

Those students who participated in the History of Illinois class included: Sean Barber, Nicholas Czerwinski, Jocelyn Davila, Joshua Dittman, Patrick Franks, Samantha Glackin, Adrienne Gonzales, Michael Hines, Sarah Langheld, Anthony Larocca, Zeferino Martinez, Kelsey O'Brien, Tyson Polack, Alan Rosas, Brittany Russell and Zachary Zalewski.

Advanced Design students who contributed significantly to the exhibit included: Elizabeth Apostolos, Lauren Kill, Connor McLennan, Kendra Mills, Cory Seng, Lauren Trzeciak and Sandra Zuchara.

At its core are original works of art from the past and present placed in the region's history. The exhibit features 15 original drawings by Adele Fay Williams (1858-1937), which are part of the Adelmann Regional History Collection at Lewis University.

The gallery is part of the Oremus Fine Arts Center at Lewis University. The Department of Art and Design manages the gallery events, which include Lewis University student shows, local and regional artist shows, annual high school exhibits, faculty shows, academic based exhibitions and cultural and religious based art shows. More information is available about the Art Gallery and exhibits by contacting Natalie Swain, art gallery coordinator, at swainna@lewisu.edu.

Lewis University is a Catholic university in the Lasallian tradition offering distinctive undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 6,600 traditional and adult students. Lewis offers multiple campus locations, online degree programs, and a variety of formats that provide accessibility and convenience to a growing student population. Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis prepares intellectually engaged, ethically grounded, globally connected, and socially responsible graduates. The seventh largest private not-for-profit university in Illinois, Lewis has been nationally recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report. Visit www.lewisu.edu for further information.

13 Jun 2014

Governor Quinn Signs Legislation to Strengthen Education in Illinois

By Andrew Mason

Bills Increase Support for Birth-to-Three Early Childhood Programs and Help Provide Incentives for Deserving Teachers

CHICAGO - Governor Pat Quinn today signed legislation to strengthen education in Illinois. The new laws support early childhood education funding and make it easier to give incentives for teacher excellence. Today's action is part of Governor Quinn's agenda to give every child the opportunity for a high-quality education.

"The period from birth to three years of age is the most critical time in a child's development and we must do all we can to give our youngest residents the education they need to succeed in life," Governor Quinn said. "We should also let our top educators know how much we appreciate their efforts, especially when those teachers serve the areas of our state with the greatest need."

House Bill 4440, sponsored by State Representative Linda Chapa LaVia (D-Aurora) and State Senator Kimberly Lightford (D-Maywood), increases the percentage of Early Childhood Education Block Grant program funds that must be set aside for children ages 0 to 3. The bill raises that percentage from 11 to 14 percent in Fiscal Year 2015, and to 20 percent by Fiscal Year 2016. The block grants are distributed by the State Board of Education. The legislation is effective July 1, 2014.

"There have been numerous studies that have shown the importance of early childhood education for our children," Representative Chapa LaVia said. "This stage is vital to the growth and development of young minds, and we must do all we can to expand funding for these crucial programs. In doing so, we can help put our children on the path towards a brighter future."

House Bill 5393, sponsored by State Representative Emily McAsey (D-Lockport) and State Senator Melinda Bush (D-Grayslake), streamlines the requirements to provide a $1,500 annual incentive to teachers who achieve Illinois Master Teacher certification through the National Board of Professional Teaching Standards. Priority for the incentives will be given to teachers in low-performing schools or those in districts with high poverty rates. The legislation is effective July 1, 2014.

"Teachers are responsible for educating the leaders of tomorrow, so it is important they have the most effective training available," Representative McAsey said. "This program allows highly qualified educators to continue sharpening their skills and provides for greater student achievement."

"Quality teachers are key to student education," Senator Bush said. "This both incentivizes and rewards teachers for getting their Masters' certification."

Governor Quinn is committed to properly funding education in Illinois in order to give every child the opportunity for success. The Governor's 5-year budget blueprint includes a historic $6 billion increase in classroom spending over the next five years, doubling the investment in college scholarships for students in need and increasing access to higher education through dual enrollment and early college programs. Over the next five years, the Governor's plan would bring classroom funding to the highest levels in Illinois history.

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11 Jun 2014

Northern Illinois University announces Spring 2014 graduates

By Constance Ervins

DEKALB, IL (06/10/2014)(readMedia)-- Northern Illinois University announces the awarding of graduate and undergraduate degrees at the conclusion of its Spring 2014 session.

Estefany Anderson of Coal Valley, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Anderson graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the College of Health and Human Sciences.

Jacob Buckrop of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Buckrop graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Kristina Cox of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Cox graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Business.

Dustin Flesch of Port Byron, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Flesch graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Engineering and Engineering Technology.

Ashley Ginn of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Ginn graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the College of Health and Human Sciences.

James Green of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Green graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Allison Hansen of Moline, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Hansen graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Taylor Hartman of East Moline, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Hartman graduated with a Master of Arts degree from the College of Health and Human Sciences.

Casey Jones of Coal Valley, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Jones graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Harold Lopez of Moline, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Lopez graduated with a Master of Science in Education degree from the College of Education.

Sara McLaughlin of Moline, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). McLaughlin graduated with a Master of Science degree from the College of Education.

Ashley McMahon of East Moline, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). McMahon graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Jamie Peterson of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Peterson graduated with a Master of Science in Education degree from the College of Education.

Nancy Solbrig of Rock Island, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Solbrig graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the College of Visual and Performing Arts.

Megan Wilson of Milan, Ill. is a recent graduate of Northern Illinois University (NIU). Wilson graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education degree from the College of Education.

NIU announced the awarding of graduate degrees on Friday May 9, 2014 and undergraduate degrees on Saturday May 10 and Sunday May 11, 2014.

We appreciate your assistance in acknowledging their accomplishment.

Chartered in 1895, NIU is a comprehensive teaching and research institution with a diverse and international student body of about 21,000. Located near a vibrant research and development corridor, NIU's main DeKalb campus is 65 miles west of Chicago and 45 miles southeast of Rockford. NIU provides more than 60 undergraduate majors and 100 graduate- and doctoral- level programs in seven colleges (Business, Education, Engineering and Engineering Technology, Health and Human Sciences, Law, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Visual and Performing Arts). The university also operates education centers in Chicago, Hoffman Estates, Naperville, Oregon and Rockford, where working professionals can access NIU programs at convenient times and locations. The 16 NIU Huskies athletic teams compete in the Mid-American Conference at the highest NCAA Division I level.

11 Jun 2014

Trinity Christian College Announces Spring 2014 Dean's List

By Samuel Mahtani
Palos Heights, Ill. (June 10, 2014) - In recognition of outstanding academic achievement, Trinity Christian College, Palos Heights, Illinois, released the college's Dean's List for Spring 2014. Included in these honors is Ryan Tubbs of Davenport. Trinity students must be enrolled full time and earn a minimum 3.5 grade point average.

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11 Jun 2014

Wheaton College Students Named to Dean's List for Spring 2014 Semester

By LaTonya Taylor

WHEATON, IL (06/10/2014)(readMedia)-- The following students at Wheaton College (Ill.) were named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2014 semester.

Dean's List honors are earned by undergraduate students who carry 12 or more credit hours and achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on the 4.0 scale.

Evan Rahn of Bettendorf

Beau Westlund of Bettendorf

Logan Eliasen of Port Byron

Wheaton College (Wheaton, Ill.) is a coeducational Christian liberal arts college noted for its rigorous academics, integration of faith and learning, and consistent ranking among the top liberal arts colleges in the country. For more information, visit wheaton.edu.
11 Jun 2014

Rivermont Collegiate 4th Quarter Honor Roll

By Brittany Marrieta

Middle School (Grades 6-8)

High Honors (All grades B+ or higher or B or higher for courses designated as Upper School level)

Asha Alla

Elizabeth Decker

Clayton Douglas

Faith Douglas

Jessica Elliott

Jacob Hansen

Mary Aisling McDowell

Dwira Nandini

Jozef Porubcin

Davis Priest

Patricio Salazar

Grace Sampson

Anna Senjem

Genevieve Strasser

Jack Westphal

 

Honors (All grades B- or higher or C+ or higher for courses designated as Upper School level)

Evan Didelot

Giavanna Eckhardt

Kenton Fee

Aislinn Geedey

Chirag Gowda

Elizabeth Paxton

Lauren Schroeder

 

Upper School (Grades 9-12)

Headmaster's List (GPA 3.85-4.00)

Adam Dada

Anastasia Eganova

Maram El-Geneidy

Shivani Ganesh

Tejasvi Kotte

Benjamin Nordick

Manasa Pagadala

Emilia Porubcin

Michal Porubcin

Thomas Rodgers

Loring Telleen

 

Distinction (GPA 3.50-3.84)

Spencer Brown

Hema Chimpidi

Christian Elliott

Carly Gott

Ryan Howell

Grace Moran

Suhas Seshadri

Alexander Skillin

Merit (GPA 3.00-3.49)

Aditya Gohain

Hayley Moran

Joseph Rodgers

Gwyneth Vollman

Pavel Yashurkin
11 Jun 2014

Area Students Graduate from Graceland University

By Brooke Sutherland

LAMONI, IA (06/09/2014)(readMedia)-- Graceland University celebrates the graduation achievement of 500 graduates, hailing from 38 states and 11 countries. Graceland graduates were awarded 313 bachelor's degrees, 181 master's degrees, and the very first six Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees from Graceland at the 117th Annual Commencement Convocation held Sunday, May 18, 2014, on the Lamoni, Iowa, campus.

The following area students were among the 2014 graduating class:

Elizabeth Kempnich of Davenport, IA, graduated with a Master of Education.

Sarah Murphy of Bettendorf, IA, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts.

Todd Stone of Bettendorf, IA, graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing.

Jenna Washko of Bettendorf, IA, graduated with a Master of Education.

Congratulations to all our Graceland Grads!

Graceland University, founded in 1895, creates learning communities where students develop their potential for meaningful, productive lives. Offering residential and non-residential environments, Graceland boasts more than 50 academic majors and programs and over 50 clubs and organizations. Graceland stresses the joy of lifelong learning, the rigor of intellectual discipline, and the relationship of both to a satisfying professional and personal life. A sense of community prospers throughout the world with a vibrant Graceland alumni network.
11 Jun 2014

Cornell College named 226 students to the Dean's List for Spring 2014.

By Jamie Kelly

Cornell College named 226 students, or approximately 20 percent of its student body, to the Dean's List for the Spring 2014 semester.

Stephanie Campbell of Bettendorf earned Honors.

Aubrey Kohl of Bettendorf earned Honors.

Kaylin Voss of Davenport earned Honors.

Honors signifies a semester grade point average of 3.6 to 3.79; High Honors signifies an average of 3.8 to 3.99; and Highest Honors signifies a 4.0 grade point average.

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