College of DuPage s STEMCON goes virtual April 23-25 Watch demonstrations of STEM activities, workshops and tours during the College of DuPage STEMCON, a free event celebrating science, technology, engineering and math, April 23-25. Courtesy of College of DuPage
Posted4/12/2021 7:36 PM
Join College of DuPage for STEMCON, a free event celebrating science, technology, engineering and math, Friday to Sunday, April 23-25.
All exhibits will be available on the STEMCON on Demand webpage.
This year s STEMCON features demonstrations, do-it-yourself STEM activities, workshops and virtual tours designed to inform, entertain and spark interest in a variety of STEM topics. We are thrilled to be able to provide a weekend of engaging, informative and educational activities, demonstrations and discussions for the community, while ensuring the health and safety of everyone who participates, said COD STEM Outreach Coordinator Sara Spaniol. We ve worked hard to make
BenU Speaker Series to feature NAMI Chicago CEO April 14 Alexa James, CEO of NAMI Chicago
Posted4/12/2021 12:16 PM
A leading voice in conversations around mental illness will be the next featured guest in Benedictine University s Journeys in Leadership speaker series on Wednesday, April 14. The virtual program will be 7 to 9 p.m.
Alexa James has been the chief executive officer of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Chicago since 2014.
Under her leadership, the organization has built partnerships extending throughout the Chicago area and Illinois that strengthen the community s response to mental health. Prior to her appointment as executive director, she worked with children and adults living with mental health conditions.
Warrenville man donates 800 roses to Central DuPage nursing staff Warrenville resident Sid Fey started A Decade of Kindness initiative to bring roses to staff at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield. Courtesy of Northwestern Medicine On March 18, staff at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield receive roses as part of the initiative called, A Decade of Kindness. Courtesy of Northwestern Medicine The roses delivered to health care staff and essential workers also include messages of love and kindness. Courtesy of Northwestern Medicine
Sid Fey is spreading love and kindness one rose at a time.
The Warrenville resident started an initiative called, A Decade of Kindness where he gives away live roses to people that make a difference, like essential workers and health care workers.
Updated 3/17/2021 10:18 AM
Across the world, females of all ages are suffering from endometriosis, a medical condition that affects the reproductive organs. While women ages 25-40 are some of the most affected by endometriosis, it s also not out of the ordinary for teenagers to develop this disease.
Endometriosis often causes women to have pain in their lower abdomen or belly where the uterus is located. Pain can occur before beginning a menstrual cycle or during a cycle. While symptoms vary, it s important that adolescents pay close attention to their body and its varying functions. Teenagers who have endometriosis typically complain of having painful periods. If your teen is experiencing period-related discomfort, you can begin to evaluate their symptoms by asking the following questions:
For 24 years, Marklund, a suburban nonprofit organization that serves children and adults with profound developmental disabilities, has hosted its "Top Hat Ball" as a live in-person fundraising event in Chicago. The COVID-19 pandemic caused a change in plans, but did not derail its success.