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Death of autistic boy shines light on national problem
From the Independent by Sarah Cassidy A coroner warned yesterday that the “gross failure” of mental health services to help an autistic boy, who was bullied and committed suicide, could be a national problem affecting others with similar behavioural needs. … Continue reading
The Autism Crisis
Autism Society of Illinois shared a link. The Autism Crisis – April, 2012 How Many Children’s Lives Will Be Stolen Before America Acts? The Centers for Disease Control just released the latest autism numbers from their ADDM network for … Continue reading
Triton College Foundation Golf Outing 2012
Were you part of the 2011 event? If not, you missed a terrific day of golf and the chance to invest in education through the Triton College Foundation. Mark your calendar now for the June 20, 2012 Triton Foundation Golf … Continue reading
Fifth Annual World Autism Day—Monday, April 2, 2012/April is Autism Awareness Month
The fifth annual World Autism Awareness Day is just 20 days away on Monday, April 2, 2012! Please tell us how you are going to celebrate by posting to our wall. We look forward to celebrating the day and Autism Awareness … Continue reading
Killer Student Loan Debt
It’s no surprise that student loan debt is entering the political arena. Student loans outstanding exceed total credit-card debt, and will exceed $1 trillion for the first time this year. And that total is growing at a rate of $100 … Continue reading
The “Muppets” New Full Length Movie
Disney has openned the first big-screen Muppets movie in more than a decade. “A feature film can be a very powerful way to relaunch a brand,” says Toper Taylor, president of Cookie Jar Entertainment. But in relaunching brands, Taylor says, it’s … Continue reading
Triton College Foundation is Honoring Key Supporters at the President’s Reception on November 2
The Triton College Foundation will honor Geoffrey Obrzut, president and CEO of the Illinois Community College Board; Thomas Olson, executive director of marketing of Triton College; and Dr. Kathryn Robbins, superintendent of Leyden High School District 212, at the 19th … Continue reading
The History of the USS McCampbell Commissioned in 2002—-I am proud to be related for whom this ship has been named
USS MCCAMPBELL DDG 85 Construction of DDG 85 took place at Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine, starting with the ship’s keel being laid on July 16, 1999. The McCampbell was launched in July 2000, ran her first sea … Continue reading
Debunking the Myths
Debunking Illinois Pension Myths! Anyone who has read a newspaper over the last few years knows that Illinois state government has been suffering through repeated budget deficits. Many factors have contributed to the state’s ongoing fiscal difficulties. These factors include … Continue reading