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Lewis Celebrates Federal Funding with US Rep Underwood
U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood (IL-14) recently presented ȺpÎÞÂë with a symbolic check of $950,000 to support innovation in semiconductor manufacturing through research at ȺpÎÞÂë’s semiconductor innovation and workforce development center. “It has been my true honor to be able  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

U.S. News Ranks Lewis Criminal Justice Master’s in Top 25
ȺpÎÞÂë is ranked No. 24 (tie) among the 2025 Best Master's in Criminal Justice Programs by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News evaluated schools offering a master's degree in criminal justice based on a variety of factors, such as student engagement, faculty credentials, and services  [MORE] 

Lewis Athletics Announces 2025 Academy of Coaches Inductees
The ȺpÎÞÂë Athletic Department is excited to announce the 2025 ȺpÎÞÂë Academy of Coaches inductees.  In honor of celebrating 50 Years of ȺpÎÞÂë women's sports, all seven of our inductees are extremely accomplished female coaches.  Lisa Carlsen ,  Wendy  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

'Built From the Fire' – A Conversation with Victor Luckerson
ȺpÎÞÂë is proud to present its Black History Month featured event, “Built From the Fire: A Conversation with Victor Luckerson,” on February 12 from 12:30 – 2:00 PM in the University Dining Room at the ȺpÎÞÂë Romeoville campus. This event is free and open to the public, offering an  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

HRSA Grant Helps Over 100 ȺpÎÞÂë Graduate Students
ȺpÎÞÂë is in its final year of U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) funding to address health care disparities in African-American, Latino, and low-income communities. Since the Behavioral Health Workforce Education and Training (BHWET) grant was awarded in 2021, ȺpÎÞÂë  [MORE] 

PLT Presents 'Kodachrome' by Adam Szymkowicz
“Kodachrome” written by Adam Szymkowicz, will have performances on February 14-16 and February 20-23 at the Philip Lynch Theatre at ȺpÎÞÂë in Romeoville.  This play is recommended for audiences aged 13 and older.  The first weekend performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, with  [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

US News Ranks Lewis Online Graduate Programs on Top
The recently released  U.S. News & World Report rankings of the Best Online Graduate programs  in the nation included five ȺpÎÞÂë master’s degree programs. Best Online Master's in Criminal Justice Programs Best Online Master's in Nursing Programs Best Online Master's in Business Programs (Excluding  [MORE] 

2025 Hall of Fame Class Honored 3/26 at Flyer Red Dinner
The ȺpÎÞÂë Athletic Department announced that five new members and two teams will be inducted into the Lewis Athletics Hall of Fame on March 26, 2025. The ceremony will occur during the  Flyer Red Dinner  at Bolingbrook Golf Club in Bolingbrook, Illinois, starting at 6 p.m.  The inductees are   [MORE]  [PHOTO] 

Lewis Hosts 2025 Laugh to Create Awareness Comedy Night
Tickets are still available for ȺpÎÞÂë's  2025 Laugh to Create Awareness Comedy Night , a vibrant event dedicated to supporting mental health counseling services and scholarships for students pursuing careers in mental health. This year's event will be from 7-10 p.m. on February 8 at the Beverly  [MORE] 

JLPSS & Illinois Holocaust Museum Offer Free Training
Law enforcement professionals will have the opportunity to better equip themselves with the knowledge and tools to address issues of bias, hate, and abuse of authority. ȺpÎÞÂë Justice, Law, and Public Safety Studies program is co-hosting with Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center a Brill  [MORE] 

Russia’s 21st Century National Security Strategies on 3/26
In today’s interconnected world, understanding the strategies that shape major global players' defense and foreign policies is crucial. ȺpÎÞÂë Department of World Languages is hosting a March 26 talk to delve into Russia's national security strategies in the 21st century. With global dynamics  [MORE]