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Category Archives: Education
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Blog, Education, Event Recaps, Philosophy, Religion and Spirituality, Society and Culture, Theology, Values
Dr. Elizabeth Loentz Discusses Yiddish, Its Relevance in Jewish Identity
“Once Yiddish has taken hold of you...then you will no longer recognize your earlier tranquility. Then you will feel the true unity of...
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Blog, Education, Event Recaps, Global Issues, Interfaith, Religion and Spirituality, Society and Culture, Theology, Values
Sallie Latkovich Speaks on Biblical Study Programs at CTU, Her Experiences Traveling in the Middle East
On February 18, the Niagara Foundation had the pleasure of hosting Sallie Latkovich to discuss the benefits of religious studies abroad. Latkovich, C.S.J.,...
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Blog, Democracy, Diplomacy, Education, Event Recaps, Global Issues, Health, Human Rights, Peace and Conflict, Politics, Public Affairs, Society and Culture
Yemen, Iran, and Syria: The 2016 State of the Middle East Forum on the “Crisis in the Gulf”
On February 17, the Niagara Foundation hosted the annual “State of the Middle East Forum” at Roosevelt University’s Fine Arts Building. The forum...
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Blog, Education, Event Recaps, Global Issues, Science and Technology
Brian Bannon Talks Human-Centered Design, Refocused Mission for Chicago Public Library
On February 3rd, the Center for Public & Global Affairs welcomed Chicago Public Library Commissioner Brian Bannon to Niagara Foundation. While the presentation...
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2016, Blog, Education, Event Recaps, Leadership, Media, Science and Technology, Society and Culture, Values
Jeff McCarter from Free Spirit Media Speaks on Importance of Diversity, Role of Urban Youth in Media
On January 21, the Niagara Foundation had the pleasure of hosting Jeff McCarter. He is Founder & Executive Director of Free Spirit Media....
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Blog, Education, Event Recaps, Gender, Society and Culture, Values
Event Recap: Marvinetta Penn on Global Girls Inc. and the Power of the Arts
The vision of Global Girls Inc. is clear and powerful: “Globally, all girls have the ability to voice their stories, create opportunities, and...
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Blog, Democracy, Education, Event Recaps, Leadership, Politics, Public Affairs, Science and Technology
Event Recap: John Sirek Speaks on McCormick Foundation’s Civics Program
Mr. Sirek stressed the McCormick Foundation’s mission: “to foster communities of educated and engaged citizens.” To achieve this goal, the foundation runs key...
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Blog, Day Overviews, Education, Global Issues, Science and Technology
Today is World Philosophy Day
Every person is born with the right to wonder, and the act of wonder is what gave birth to the world of philosophy,...
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Blog, Economic Development, Education, Event Recaps, Society and Culture
Event Recap: Arshia Ali-Khan Discusses Poverty in Chicago, Lake County
On October 14th, Niagara Foundation was pleased to host Arshia Ali-Khan, Director of Business Development & Marketing for the UMMA Center. The UMMA...
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Blog, Day Overviews, Economic Development, Education, Global Issues
Today is World Post Day
On October 9, 2015, it is World Post Day. The day marks the anniversary of the Universal Postal Union’s establishment. The union’s goal...
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Blog, Day Overviews, Economic Development, Education
Sunday was World Tourism Day!
Every year, United Nations’ World Tourism Day is celebrated on September 27. The day aims to promote tourism and to raise awareness about...
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Blog, Day Overviews, Economic Development, Education, Global Issues
Today is World Maritime Day!
World Maritime Day was created by the International Maritime Organization to focus attention on the importance of shipping safety, maritime security and the...
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Blog, Education, Global Issues, Society and Culture
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day!
World Suicide Prevention Day is annually observed on September 10. This year, the theme of the day is to encourage people and organizations...
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Blog, Education, Global Issues, Human Rights, Interns' Corner
Today is International Literacy Day!
Every year, on September 8, The United Nation’s International Literacy Day shines a light on global literacy need as it promotes the significance...
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Blog, Education, Interns' Corner, Values
“Different” is Good: Why Diversity Matters
We are often separated and segregated from different groups of people during our lives, however when it comes to college it is probably...
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Blog, Education, Interns' Corner
The Power of a Bilingual Education
Before I learned to add one plus two, I learned to añadir uno más dos. When I was five, my parents enrolled me...
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Blog, Education, Interns' Corner, Peace and Conflict, Values
Why Dialogue and Debate Promote Learning
The views and opinions expressed on the website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of...
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2015, Blog, Education, Religion and Spirituality, Values
The Importance of Learning in Judaism
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2015, Blog, Default Category, Education, Illinois, Interns' Corner, Values
Studying Abroad in Yemen
The views and opinions expressed on the website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of...
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2015, Abrahamic Traditions Dinner, Community Projects, Default Category, Education, Fast-a-thon, Global Issues, Illinois, Interfaith, Interfaith Dinners, Interfaith Engagement, Lecture Series, Peace and Conflict, Ramadan Experience, Religion and Spirituality, RSVP, Sharing the Faith, Social Responsibility, Speakers, Special Events, Values
Ramadan Experience : Lecture and Iftar 2015
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Articles, Blog, Education, Illinois, Interviews, Peace and Conflict, Society and Culture
Anti-bullying activist Patrick Dati to speak at Chicago & Education Forum
Niagara Foundation is excited to host Patrick Dati, an anti-bullying advocate and child abuse prevention spokesman, at our upcoming Chicago & Education Forum:...
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Feb
Articles, Blog, Education, Illinois, Religion and Spirituality
Friends in Faith: Reverend John Cunningham Event Recap
By: Joshua Heine, Public & Global Affairs Intern On February 4, Niagara Foundation was pleased to welcome Reverend John Cunningham, a Jesuit priest and...
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Chicago Global Family, Education, Illinois, Interns' Corner, Interviews, Leadership, Society and Culture
Interview with Stacy Ratner, Founder of Open Books
By: Kathy Bolano, Communications Intern Edited by: Kathleen Ferraro, Communications and Membership Coordinator On Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM Stacy...
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Blog, Education, Interviews, Religion and Spirituality
Interview with Father Cunningham of Loyola University Chicago
By: Kathleen Ferraro, Communications & Membership Coordinator On Wednesday, February 4 from 11:30 AM – 1PM, Niagara is excited to host Father John...
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2014, Blog, Chicago Global Family, Education, Leadership, Niagara Updates, Public and Global Affairs
Chicago Global Family with Dr. Sharon Hahs of Northeastern Illinois University
By: Edirin Davis, Communications Officer at the Niagara Foundation The Niagara Foundation is pleased to present our new and improved Chicago Global Family...
2013, 2014, Blog, Education, Global Issues, Interns' Corner, Media, News, Niagara Updates, Sacred Sources
Complicating the East-West Divide in Ukraine: A Niagara Panel
By: Alexis O’Connor, intern at Niagara Foundation and student at Northwestern University Niagara Foundation held a panel on recent developments in Ukraine on...
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