NIU receives $2.5M grant for Visual Disabilities program
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There is an unmet need for people to teach blind students in the classroom and out navigating in the world. NIU is one of the few universities that has a program to teach people more about the field, and there are a lot of free opportunities for those interested in it.

Columbia College Faculty Union, administration reach tentative deal after 49-day strike
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A tentative agreement was reached Monday between adjunct faculty who are members of the Columbia College Faculty Union and the college administration after a 49-day strike.

$1.4M in grants to go toward Illinois public school libraries
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Some Illinois libraries are getting some much needed help. Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced more than a million dollars in grants is going toward libraries at state public schools.

Orange Friday with George Washington High School
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Fox 32's Joanie Lum is at George Washington High School in Chicago's East Side neighborhood to celebrate Orange Friday. Student athletes pass on their legacy to the underclassmen.

Chicago Board of Education initiates 5-year plan to re-shape the future of CPS

The Chicago Board of Education has passed a resolution that kicks off an effort to develop a 5-year plan for Chicago Public Schools in partnership with the community.

Chicago Board of Education initiates 5-year plan to re-shape the future of CPS
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The Chicago Board of Education has passed a resolution that kicks off an effort to develop a 5-year plan for Chicago Public Schools in partnership with the community.

California teen becomes youngest to pass the state bar exam

HISTORY-MAKING: 17-year-old becomes the youngest ever to pass the state bar exam and has now been sworn-in as one of California's youngest practicing attorneys.

Chance the Rapper's SocialWorks hosts OpenMike for young creatives
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Nonprofit SocialWorks was found by Chicago native Chance the Rapper to empower youth through arts, education and community engagement. The program hosts OpenMike each month for high school students to create, share, express and engage with other creative minds.

Striking Columbia College faculty hold rally as negotiations stall
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Faculty at Columbia College have been on strike since last month over curriculum cuts and benefits. Students and teachers rallied outside the college Friday as the semester draws to an end.

Orange Friday with Clemente High School
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Fox 32's Joanie Lum is at Clemente High School with the cheer team and ROTC program for a spirited pep rally this Orange Friday.

Biden admin approves $5 billion more in student loan relief: See who qualifies

The Biden administration is finding other ways to wipe out student loan debt after the Supreme Court struck down the president's plan for mass student loan cancellation.

More schools across US embracing online therapy
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Public schools across the country are embracing a growing trend of promoting new ways to support student mental health.