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Feb 25Ivy Tech Community College Employee Named Indiana INTERNnet IMPACT Award for College Career Developm
VALPARAISO, Ind. – Abiodun (Abbey) Durojaye, director of career development and employer engagement at Ivy Tech Community College’s Valparaiso campus, was named Indiana College Career Development Professional of the Year at the Ritz Charles in Carmel, IN during the 14th annual IMPACT Awards hosted by Indiana INTERNnet. “Receiving this statewide award was seriously so eye-opening for me because it really validated the time I pour into my students,” said Durojaye. “I was thankful to be honored among other
Feb 25Valparaiso Police Department and Porter County Sheriff's Department raise almost $10,000 to support
Pictured: United Way of Porter County President & CEO Kim Olesker and Porter County Sheriff Reynolds surrounded by staff and officers from Valparaiso Police Department and Porter County Sheriff’s Office. Officers and staff from the Porter County Sheriff’s Department, Valparaiso Police Department, and United Way of Porter County gathered to celebrate their contribution to local United Way initiatives. Together, the City of Valparaiso and the Sheriff’s Department raised almost $10,000 to support United Way’s
Feb 25Engineering program at Purdue Northwest announces BP America, Inc. scholarship
Whiting, Hammond and East Chicago school district students eligible HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — The Purdue University Northwest (PNW) School of Engineering announces the establishment of a BP America, Inc. scholarship fund to benefit future engineering students from Whiting, Hammond and East Chicago. Incoming students from these three communities majoring in civil, computer, electrical or mechanical engineering for the 2020-2021 academic year are eligible for one of the 15 scholarships that will be
Feb 25Supporting Your Pre-Teen: A Peer to Peer Discussion with Fellow Parents on March 11 at the Thomas Br
Westchester Public Library invites the public to attend Supporting Your Pre-Teen: A Peer to Peer Discussion with Fellow Parents on Wednesday, March 11 at 6 p.m. at the Thomas Branch in the Bertha Wood Meeting Room. This Community Conversations program will be facilitated by Mental Health America of NWI. Registration is required. Reserve you spot online or by calling (219) 926-7696. This is a free and educational event. Join other parents of pre-teens for a facilitator led, peer-to-peer discussion about
Feb 20Purdue Northwest Athletics announces addition of Esports
HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. -- The Purdue University Northwest Pride today announced the addition of Esports as PNW’s 14th varsity athletic program. Esports – a competitive, organized, and multiplayer online video game competition – is among the world’s fastest growing sport at the collegiate level. In fall 2020, PNW will be the first public university in Indiana to offer Esports at the varsity level. “I am excited to launch Esports at PNW,” said Director of Athletics Rick Costello. “The growth of Esports
Feb 20PNW celebrates Women’s History Month
Prominent historian presents financial history of the women’s suffrage movement at PNW HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. – As part of Purdue University Northwest's celebration of Women's History Month, a prominent historian will speak on the financial history of the women's suffrage movement on Monday, March 2. Joan M. Johnson, director of the faculty at Northwestern University, will discuss the role of female philanthropists in gaining passage in 1920 of the Nineteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution,
Feb 20StoryPoint Chesterton wins 2020 Best of Senior Living award from SeniorAdvisor.com.
The annual award recognizes the top 2-3% of senior living communities across North America. Brighton, Mich. —StoryPoint Chesterton is proud to announce that the senior living community has been selected as a winner of the 2020 Best of Senior Living Award from SeniorAdvisor.com, one of the largest ratings and reviews sites for senior care services in the United States and Canada. The award recognizes those communities that represent the highest quality in assisted living, in-home care and other senior
Feb 20Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest offers astronomy series
VALPARAISO, Ind. — Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest once again becomes an open-air planetarium at 6:30 p.m. March 3. This marks the beginning of yet another year of stargazing events at Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest. Another star party is scheduled for 8 p.m. March 31 and a third for 8:30 p.m. on April 28. Admission is free to all events. These public events will once again be hosted by Adam Rengstorf, associate professor of Physics and Astronomy at Purdue University Northwest. “Gabis Arboretum
Feb 20Porter Regional Hospital Offers Mammogram Events in March
Valparaiso, IN – Porter Regional Hospital is offering two events in March to make mammograms convenient and more enjoyable. “Pink at Portage” will take place from 7:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday March 7 in the Women’s Center on the first floor at Portage Hospital, 3630 Willowcreek Road, Portage. Women can get their annual mammograms and receive a complimentary brunch while there. “Think Pink” at Porter Regional Hospital’s Center for Women’s Health is occurring on Thursday March 12 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00
Feb 20Chesterton Cemetery Tour 2019 Recap
The Duneland Historical Society will present a recap of last fall's Chesterton Cemetery tour at the February meeting of the Duneland Historical Society, Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at Westchester Public Library's Baugher Center, 100 W. Indiana Ave., Chesterton, Indiana. The 2019 Chesterton Cemetery Tour highlighted local families like the Dilles, Osborns, Weidemans, Slonts, Waughs, and more. Most of these graves date from the late-1800s, and the families are some of this area's earliest
Feb 20February 23, 2020 – February 29, 2020 at Westchester Libraries
Sunday, February 23– 1:00 pm – Mystery Crate Club, Thomas Monday, February 24 – 9:00 am – Mystery Crate Club, Thomas Tuesday, February 25 – 9:00 am – Mystery Crate Club, Thomas 9:30 am – Crooked Seam Quilters, Thomas 11:30 am – Chesterton Porter Rotary, Baugher Center 12:00 pm – Learning Italian, Hageman 3:45 pm – Daisies Girl Scouts, Thomas 4:00 pm – Off the Hook, Thomas 7:00 pm – Trivia Night, Museum Wednesday, February 26 – 9:00 am – Mystery Crate Club, Thomas 10:00 am – Scrapbooking,
Feb 20Purdue Northwest selects Chris Holford as chief academic officer
PNW dean, faculty member named Provost and Vice Chancellorfor Academic Affairs HAMMOND and WESTVILLE, Ind. — Purdue University Northwest (PNW) today announced Kenneth (Chris) Holford will become the university’s next Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, effective May 11. Holford was selected through a nationwide search that began last fall. The current dean of the PNW College of Engineering and Sciences and a professor of Biology, Holford has served the Purdue Northwest campuses for more
Feb 20COME TOGETHER TO MAKE AMAZING THINGS HAPPEN FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Valparaiso, IN – Delta Theta Tau proudly presents the 28th Annual Gala to benefit Opportunity Enterprises, March 14, 2020 in the Stardust Event Center at Blue Chip Casino, Hotel, and Spa in Michigan City, Indiana. This premier event is the largest fundraising event of the year for Opportunity Enterprises and features a gourmet dinner, open bar, live and silent auctions, cash only raffle, entertainment by The Connexion Band, and an inspirational program hosted by Rick Urschel. “When we come together,
Feb 20Peoples Bank Donates $20,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana
February 2020:Peoples Bank, in conjunction with their employee philanthropic committee, Community First, recently donated $20,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Northwest Indiana to support their work in Lake and Porter counties. Community First consists of Peoples Bank employees who volunteer in their communities and conduct internal fundraisers throughout the year through a host of donation opportunities. All dollars raised are employee generated by Peoples Bank employees who are committed to
Feb 18Indiana Dunes Tourism’s December Board Meeting Thursday, February 20
PORTER, Ind.—Indiana Dunes Tourism’s monthly board meeting for December will be Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 4 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 N. State Road 49, Porter, IN 46304. A full agenda can be found using this link https://docs.google.com/document/d/10e4P-4ikJvNgZTsB9WVE_gQsZywuYu3aDbU7KMXchtw/edit?usp=sharing This is a public meeting, and the general public is welcome to attend; however, public comment is at the discretion of the board. For more
Feb 11Registration for Spring Storytimes at WPL begins February 24
Children’s Spring Storytimes will return to both branches of Westchester Public Library the week of March 9. Registration is necessary and begins on Monday, February 24. These storytimes help children and caregivers build early literacy skills through the Every Child Ready to Read program. By registering, children are committed to coming every week for a 7-week session, March 9 – April 24, 2020. There will be no Storytime on Friday, April 10. At the Thomas branch, Toddler Time will meet on Mondays at 10:00
Feb 07Franciscan Health breast cancer programs receive Indiana grants
The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust (IBCAT) has awarded $42,240 in grants to Franciscan Health Foundation to provide free screenings and diagnostic services for low-income Hoosier women, as well as material support for those with a breast cancer diagnosis, including food, transportation and housing payments. Franciscan Health Foundation has received IBCAT funding for several years. A $16,140 grant will provide breast cancer screenings and diagnostic services for women whose household income is
Feb 07Mad About Mysteries at the Museum on February 12
Mad About Mysteries takes place on Wednesday, February 12 at the Westchester Township History Museum, from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Susan Swarner will discuss mysteries by author Keigo Higashino. Light refreshments will be served. Higashino is one of the most popular and biggest selling fiction authors in Japan. Both his Detective Galileo and Detective Kaga series will be presented. Detective Galileo is a genius but eccentric physicist. He is often approached by his old schoolmate, who is currently a detective,
Feb 07Songs of the Heart at the Museum on February 13
Westchester Township History Museum invites music lovers to attend Music at the Museum. Join the musical group “The Flashbacks” as they present the top tunes of the last 500 years on Thursday, February 13, from 2:00 to 3:30. February’s music theme will be “Songs of the Heart.” “Your Cheatin’ Heart”, “Love Letters in the Sand” and many other popular favorites and obscure treasures will be enjoyed from the deep folk repertoire of the Flashbacks. The group consists of Lynn Edgemon, Jim Nelson, Suzanne Keldsen
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