Red
Handprint Event Honoring
Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) We invite you to join us for a powerful and thought-provoking
event in recognition of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP)
movement. The Red Handprint Event will shed light on the disproportionately
high rates of violence and disappearances affecting Indigenous women and
communities in North America. The red handprint, often painted across the mouth, serves as a
powerful symbol of silenced voices of missing and murdered Indigenous women
and the ongoing need for justice and awareness. This event will provide an
opportunity to engage with this critical issue through meaningful dialogue
and artistic expression. Event Details: 
| Wednesday,
April 30, 2025 | 
| 5:00 – 8:00 PM | 
| Engbretson
Hall | | | | 
| Docudrama Screening – View
a sneak peek from the feature film "She Cried That Day," which
premiered at the Big Sky Documentary Film Festival. This compelling film
explores the impact of the MMIP crisis through the voices of survivors and
families. | 
| Interactive Session – Share
reflections and explore how we can collectively support justice and healing. | 
| Panel Discussion - Engage
in meaningful conversation with the film’s Director: Amanda Erickson (San
Carlos Apache of the White-Water Clan) and other experts to deepen
understanding and discuss pathways to change. |
RSVP today and be part of the conversation that inspires change In Partnership with Center for Community Media |
Annual Chicago Southland Educator Consortium Conference “Leading Together” The
Office of Institutional Engagement and Excellence and the College of
Education and Human Development is proud to present the Third Annual Chicago Southland Educator Consortium Conference. 
| Thursday, June 12, 2025 | 
| 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | 
| Governors State University, University Park, IL 60684 | 
| Hall of Governors (main entrance) | 
| Continental breakfast, lunch, and snacks included |
Overview The Chicago Southland Educator ConsortiumConference provides a dynamic forum for exchanging knowledge and best practices
for PK-22 and Higher Education administrators, educators, school support
personnel, educator candidates, scholars, and other experts to share
innovative leadership and mentoring practices across diverse fields in
education. Hear from current and legendary educational leaders like
Reginald Weaver, who served as the president of the National Educational
Association. In education, leadership is more than just titles—it’s about commitment, collaboration, and impact. Leading Together brings into focus school administrators and educators dedicated to
fostering learning environments rooted in empowerment, mentorship, and
equity. Through engaging keynotes, interactive workshops, and networking
opportunities, participants will explore strategies for leading with
purpose, strengthening communities, and ensuring all students thrive.
Whether you lead from the front of a classroom or the head of a
district, this conference will equip you with the tools and inspiration
to drive meaningful change. Join us as we learn, grow, and lead
together. |