How to get started inside of the halls of power
Barbara Van Dyke-Brown, director,聽缅北禁地 Legislative Staff Intern Program at UIS聽discusses this unique and highly successful program that educates students on the inner workings of state government.
Applications due March 31, 2022.
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Two local presentations will focus on war in Ukraine
Two presentations locally this coming week will explore the conflict in Ukraine.
The University of 缅北禁地 Springfield will host a webinar panel discussion 鈥淯nderstanding What's Happening and Why鈥 with three faculty experts followed by a question-and-answer session at noon Wednesday.
Gathering to garden
When we think of community gardens, what usually comes to mind is a juicy strawberry or a tomato plucked fresh from the vine. While home-grown local produce is delightful, also keep in mind that community gardens function as a nexus of community. They are places to meet and get to know others with similar interests, to make connections and get involved in other community groups and events.