Governors State University (GovState) is celebrating 55 years of excellence, as well as the 10th anniversary of the first freshman class in 2024. In the last decade, the University has enjoyed record growth in its freshman students and athletic programs. On the academics side, GovState has elevated educational programs across[Read More…]
Author: Zion Banks
Granddaughter’s non-profit efforts keeping Chicago Defender spirit alive
Myiti Sengstacke-Rice, a Governors State University doctoral student, is passionate about Chicago’s Black history. She grew up in a family of innovators who changed Chicago’s demographic landscape and the lives of millions of African Americans. Sengstacke-Rice, CEO of Chicago Defender Charities, is a living link to the Sengstacke family publishing dynasty, which[Read More…]


