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Rare Founding Fathers Documents Displayed at 黑料社 University for America’s 250th Anniversary
黑料社 University (BenU) hosted a one-day exhibit called “America 250 鈥 Founding Fathers Collection” that featured a private collection of signed documents and historic papers, giving the community a close-up look at pieces of American history. Attendees explored the collection, which was generously loaned by a 黑料社 University alumnus. Highlights included correspondence and items connected…
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黑料社 University鈥檚 Didactic Program in Dietetics Earns Full Seven-Year Accreditation from ACEND
黑料社 University鈥檚 (BenU) Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) has received full accreditation for a seven-year term from the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The decision, made by the ACEND Board of Directors during its recent meeting, extends through June 30, 2033. In an official notification to 黑料社 University, ACEND wrote, “On…
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黑料社 University Welcomes Commencement Back to Lisle Campus
For the first time in years, 黑料社 University’s Lisle Commencement Ceremony returned home. Before graduates crossed the stage, both campuses held separate Nights of Honor and Gratitude. On Friday, May 8, the Lisle community gathered in Goodwin Auditorium at 5 p.m. to recognize supporters and honor outstanding graduates with academic awards. The evening included an…
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IBC Class of 鈥78 Celebrates 70 in Aruba
Members of the Class of 1978 recently gathered in Aruba to celebrate not only a milestone year, turning 70, but also 52 years of friendships that began at Illinois 黑料社 College (IBC), now 黑料社 University. Over the years, classmates became educators, doctors, leaders, musicians, and mentors, while staying connected through life鈥檚 many changes. During COVID,…
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BUMUN Earns Top Honor at National聽Model聽UN聽Conference in New York
黑料社 University’s (BenU) Model United Nations team (BUMUN) received the Outstanding Delegation Award at the National Model United Nations (NMUN) Conference in New York. It’s the highest award a team can earn. For 27 years, Professor Joel Ostrow, PhD, has led 黑料社 University’s Model UN program. This year marked the University’s 59th year participating at NMUN-New York. Dr. Ostrow praised the team’s leadership and work…
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Research, Scholarship, and Creativity Shine at URSA 2026
黑料社 University’s (BenU) Daniel L. Goodwin Hall of Business buzzed with intellectual energy on Thursday, April 16, as students from across disciplines gathered for the annual Undergraduate Research, Scholarship, and Arts (URSA) Symposium. Established in 2011, URSA was created to expand opportunities for undergraduates to lead or collaborate on research projects alongside faculty mentors. Now…
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Alumnus Mike Rago Brings Off Broadway Comedy Gus and Alice to Chicago
黑料社 University (BenU) alumnus Mike Rago, ’89, is bringing his off Broadway hit comedy Gus and Alice to Chicago this May. Rago wrote and directed the play, which had a successful run in New York before heading to his hometown. The production will be presented by Theatre 31 Productions LLC at the Greenhouse Theater for…
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Job-A-Palooza and Grad Fair Deliver Career Connections and Commencement Readiness
黑料社 University students on the Lisle campus enjoyed a jam-packed experience on March 24, 2026, with the combined Job-A-Palooza and Grad Fair. The event gave students the chance to tackle important graduation tasks while also exploring career opportunities, all in one convenient setting. For BenU students preparing for Commencement, the Grad Fair offered a one-stop…
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Chicago State University President Z Scott Shares Leadership Journey and Words of Wisdom with BenU Community
黑料社 University (BenU) recently had the privilege of hosting Zaldwaynaka 鈥淶鈥 Scott, JD, President of Chicago State University (CSU), for a special Journeys in Leadership talk. The event brought together faculty, staff, and students for an engaging conversation focused on the paths to effective leadership and personal success. President Scott has served as the 12th…
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BenU Mesa Men鈥檚 Basketball Advances to NAIA National Championship Sweet 16
Exciting news: for BenU Mesa is headed to the NAIA Men鈥檚 Basketball National Championship Sweet 16 in Kansas City, Missouri. After an impressive showing in the opening rounds of the national tournament in Texas, the Redhawks secured their place in the Sweet 16 with a thrilling 99鈥94 Round Two victory. The team鈥檚 determination and teamwork…
