Articles filed under Diversity
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Carmel High partners with Stanford to help underrepresented students break into STEM careersJan 18, 2021 12:00 am - Michelle Titterton realized while in college and after working in the energy sector for 15 years that there is a glaring scarcity of female and minority workers in engin...
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Two new laws aim to help veterans find jobs, better health careJan 16, 2021 12:00 am - Two newly adopted federal laws aim to help more veterans pursue education in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields and provide better quality and acces...
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Community leaders calling on Arlington Heights to revamp its diversity effortsJan 15, 2021 12:00 am - A high-profile effort in Arlington Heights to steer toward more inclusive local government and more diverse hiring practices is off to a rocky start. Some community lead...
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U-46 leaders aim to expand programs helping Black studentsJan 11, 2021 4:30 am - Jaiden Lovelace struggled with behavioral issues in middle school, often getting into trouble and affecting his grades. But today, the 14-year-old from South Elgin, who ...
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Suburban religious leaders hosting interfaith prayer service SundayJan 09, 2021 12:00 am - Suburban faith leaders will come together to host a virtual interfaith prayer service for World Peace Day at 2 p.m. Sunday. Eboo Patel, founder and president of the nonp...
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Air Force: Black people more often investigated, punishedDec 22, 2020 12:00 am - WASHINGTON - Black service members in the Air Force are far more likely to be investigated, arrested, face disciplinary actions and be discharged for misconduct, accordi...
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First demographic report on Illinois Muslims is underwayDec 19, 2020 12:00 am - The first comprehensive demographic report on Illinois Muslims is underway and initial findings are expected to be completed by fall 2021. The Illinois Muslim Civic Coal...
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U-46 mentorship program for Black boys aims to create leadersDec 12, 2020 12:00 am - A mentorship program initially targeting youth in the Elgin community has shifted its focus toward helping African American boys develop leadership skills. Brothers Rise...
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Muslim doctor lauded as hero for work on COVID-19 responseDec 05, 2020 12:00 am - Dr. Omar Lateef of Hinsdale, nationally renowned for his work managing the COVID-19 pandemic, will receive the Top Muslim Achiever 2020 award Sunday night during the Cou...
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CLC will provide free college tuition for disadvantaged residentsNov 21, 2020 12:00 am - More Lake County residents from disadvantaged communities can get a free ride at College of Lake County as part of a grant-funded program. The Grayslake college has been...