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Princeton Review’s Green Colleges 2025 List Includes ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ
ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University has been named one of the most environmentally responsible and sustainability - committed colleges in the nation by the Princeton Review. Known for its education services and resources for college-bound students, the tutoring, test prep, and college admissions services compan y has featured ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges : 2025 Edition . The Princeton Review selected the schools based on a survey conducted on administrators at nearly 600 colleges in 2023-2024 about their institution’s environmental and sustainability commitment. More than 25 survey data points were analyzed for the selection of the schools. “We are delighted to recommend ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University to students who want their ‘best-fit’ college to also be a ‘green’ one,” said Rob Franek, The Princeton Review’s Editor-in-Chief. “ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University, which offers excellent academics, also demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability in its campus programs, policies and practices.” The school profiles provide notes on the ir use of renewable energy, recycling and conservation programs and the availability of environmental studies in academic offerings. The profiles also include information on the school’s admission requirements, cost, and financial aid. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University has a variety of green initiatives in place. Water Conservation Energy Conservation Composting Natural Areas Illinois Campus Sustainability Compact Electric Vehicle Charging Station Campus Tree Evaluation Student Pledge Get Involved Recycling & Waste [PHOTO]
Women's Cross Country Wins 3rd Straight GLVC; Sixth Overall
The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University women's cross country team recorded its third straight Great Lakes Valley Conference women's cross country title and sixth overall at the UIS Cross Country Course Saturday (Oct. 26). Hannah Smrcka (Corry, Penn./Seton Hill) also became the women's individual champion after recording
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Men's Cross Country Captures League Best, 17th GLVC Title
The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University men's cross country team recorded its 17th Great Lakes Valley Conference men's cross country title, extending the league-best mark at the UIS Cross Country Course Saturday (Oct. 26). Evan Horgan (Loves Park, Ill./Belvidere North) also became the men's cross country champion after
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Philip Lynch Theatre presents Matt Cox’s, 'PUFFS'
“Puffs,” written by Matt Cox, will have performances on November 15-17 and November 21- 24. This play is recommended for audiences aged 13 and older. The first weekend performances are at 7:30 on Friday and Saturday, with a 2:30 matinee on Sunday. The second-weekend performances are at 7:30 on Thursday
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ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ Students Earn Schmitt Leadership Scholarship
Twelve ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University students were awarded Arthur J. Schmitt Leadership Scholarship s for 2024-2025. Schmitt Leadership Scholars are inspirational and resilient students from various majors who participate in leadership development training and projects that challenge them to grow. These students
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Arts & Ideas Program Receives Illinois Arts Council Grant
The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University Arts & Ideas program received a “General Operating Support” grant from the Illinois Arts Council for the 2024-25 academic year. This IAC grant is awarded to not-for-profit organizations that provide arts programming to their defined communities in a manner that supports the organization's
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$10,000+ Raised for Those Impacted by Domestic Violence
On Saturday, October 5, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University partnered with the Groundwork Domestic Violence Program from Guardian Angel Community Services (GACS) to host its 13 th Annual Angels Against Abuse (AAA) 5k at the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University Romeoville campus. The event included speeches from Melanie Skach, program director
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Construction Delays Expected Near ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ Romeoville Campus
ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University encourages students to plan ahead and adjust their commutes accordingly. Drivers traveling to and from the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½×îаæÏÂÔØ University campus should be aware of ongoing construction at the intersection of Illinois 53 (Independence Boulevard) and Illinois 7 (Renwick Road) in Romeoville. The Illinois
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