June 2010 News Stories
- USA Today Features James Rosenbaum's Study on Coaching Students to Aim for College
An article in USA Today discusses professor James Rosenbaum's research on a Chicago Public Schools advising model that can help qualified students aim for college. "Coaches help make explicit the knowledge that is implicitly known by many middle-class families and students," says Rosenbaum.
6/30/10 - Carol Lee Leads Major Reading for Understanding Project for Northwestern
Northwestern University is a member of a multi-institutional research team awarded a $19.2 million grant from the Institute of Education Sciences to study and improve reading comprehension among middle school and high school students. Professor Carol Lee is leading the project for Northwestern.
6/27/10 - Meixi Ng (BS10) Blogs about Around-the-World School Study
Meixi Ng (BS10), the winner of the Circumnavigator Club Foundation’s Around-the-World Study Grant, posts a continuing blog about her travels to observe transformative education in marginalized communities around the world.
6/23/10 - Largest SESP Convocation in History Features Talk by Claude Steele
The Convocation of the School of Education and Social Policy on June 19 offered a celebration and send-off for 221 graduates, the largest graduating class in the history of the School. The ceremony featured a speech by prominent social psychologist Claude Steele.
6/22/10 - Civic Engagement Students Present Capstone Projects
Students completing SESP's Certificate in Civic Engagement program in 2010 presented posters of their capstone projects at a reception on June 4.
6/16/10 - Wall Street Journal Quotes David Figlio on the Need for Experimentation in Education
In an article detailing schools' financial struggles, the Wall Street Journal quotes SESP professor David Figlio, who encourages experimentation in education to see what works.
6/23/10 - Donor Challenge Supports SESP
If 100 donors contribute to the School's Annual Fund by June 30, SESP parents Valerie and Marten Hoekstra will donate $250 for each donor to the School of Education and Social Policy.
6/23/10 - MSLOC Student Jake Elster Starts Go Local Chicago Initiative
The Chicago Tribune features entrepreneur Jake Elster, a student in the Master of Science in Learning and Organizational Change program and founder of Crop to Cup coffee company. He co-founded an initiative called Go Local Chicago to promote local products to corporations interested in being "green."
6/16/10 - Christian Science Monitor: Professor David Figlio Comments on How Names Impact Children
A name has long-lasting effect on a child's behavior, academic course work, treatment and self-esteem, according to research by professor David Figlio.
6/14/10 - Senior Honors Students Present Research
Twelve School of Education and Social Policy seniors in the undergraduate honors program presented posters of their research projects on June 4 at Annenberg Hall.
6/9/10 - NU-TEACH Grad Paul Karafiol Receives Presidential Teacher Award
President Obama named Paul Karafiol, a graduate of the NU-TEACH alternative certification program, a recipient of the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching.
6/9/10 - Superdawg Owner Florence Berman (BS47) Discusses 62 Years of Success
For 62 years Florence Berman (BS47) and her husband have run Superdawg, a successful family business and a Chicago landmark. Berman talks with a group of SESP undergraduates on a visit through the learning and organizational change program.
6/9/10 - Senior Lindsey Kundel Wins English Prize
Lindsey Kundel, a senior majoring in secondary teaching, received two prizes from the English Department at a departmental honors ceremony on May 28.
6/8/10 - Rosemary Russ Selected as NAE/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellow
Research assistant professor Rosemary Russ is one of 20 education scholars nationwide chosen to be National Academy of Education/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellows.
6/4/10 - Chicago High School Scientists Showcase Projects, Meet President
Science projects ranging from custom-designed roller coasters to habitat-sensitive buildings were on display at a project showcase for Chicago high school students hosted by SESP on May 24, where Northwestern University President Morton Schapiro addressed the 175 students from seven high schools.
6/3/10 - St. Pete Times Cites Professor David Figlio's New Study on School Vouchers
Professor David Figlio's new study of Florida's school voucher system for low-income students shows that competition from private-school vouchers has led to small improvements in public schools.
6/2/10 - Center for Talent Development Holds Family Conference June 26
SESP's Center for Talent Development is hosting a conference for gifted students and their families called "Opportunities for the Future" on Saturday, June 26, from 1 to 5:15 p.m.
6/3/10 - Northwestern Magazine: Outstanding Seniors Meixi Ng, Carla Argueta
Northwestern Magazine profiles two social policy majors who are human rights activists. Meixi Ng co-founded Amber Initiative, dedicated to fighting human trafficking, and Carla Argueta does volunteer service in Latin and South America.
6/3/10 - Senior Nicole Pauly Selected for National Pro Fastpitch Team
The Chicago Bandits National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) team signed senior Nicole Pauly, a Wildcat softball star, after a spectacular performance at tryouts.
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