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Princeton Review’s Green Colleges 2025 List Includes Lewis
Â鶹ÊÓƵ has been named one of the most environmentally responsible and sustainability - committed colleges in the nation by the Princeton Review. Known for its education services and resources for college-bound students, the tutoring, test prep, and college admissions services compan y has featured Â鶹ÊÓƵ in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges : 2025 Edition . The Princeton Review selected the schools based on a survey conducted on administrators at nearly 600 colleges in 2023-2024 about their institution’s environmental and sustainability commitment. More than 25 survey data points were analyzed for the selection of the schools. “We are delighted to recommend Â鶹ÊÓƵ to students who want their ‘best-fit’ college to also be a ‘green’ one,” said Rob Franek, The Princeton Review’s Editor-in-Chief. “Â鶹ÊÓƵ, which offers excellent academics, also demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability in its campus programs, policies and practices.” The school profiles provide notes on the ir use of renewable energy, recycling and conservation programs and the availability of environmental studies in academic offerings. The profiles also include information on the school’s admission requirements, cost, and financial aid. Â鶹ÊÓƵ has a variety of green initiatives in place. Water Conservation Energy Conservation Composting Natural Areas Illinois Campus Sustainability Compact Electric Vehicle Charging Station Campus Tree Evaluation Student Pledge Get Involved Recycling & Waste [PHOTO]
Women's Cross Country Wins 3rd Straight GLVC; Sixth Overall
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ women's cross country team recorded its third straight Great Lakes Valley Conference women's cross country title and sixth overall at the UIS Cross Country Course Saturday (Oct. 26). Hannah Smrcka (Corry, Penn./Seton Hill) also became the women's individual champion after recording
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Men's Cross Country Captures League Best, 17th GLVC Title
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ men's cross country team recorded its 17th Great Lakes Valley Conference men's cross country title, extending the league-best mark at the UIS Cross Country Course Saturday (Oct. 26). Evan Horgan (Loves Park, Ill./Belvidere North) also became the men's cross country champion after
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Â鶹ÊÓƵ Police Department to Move into New Facility
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Police Department will consolidate its personnel and operations, formerly spread over three locations on the Romeoville campus, to a single facility in West Hall . This change is being implemented after years of planning an analysis to determine an optimal location for LUPD that
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Philip Lynch Theatre presents Matt Cox’s, 'PUFFS'
“Puffs,” written by Matt Cox, will have performances on November 15-17 and November 21- 24. This play is recommended for audiences aged 13 and older. The first weekend performances are at 7:30 on Friday and Saturday, with a 2:30 matinee on Sunday. The second-weekend performances are at 7:30 on Thursday
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Lewis Welcomes New Chief Operating Officer Michael Pascual
Today, Michael Pascual, J.D., began as Â鶹ÊÓƵ Chief Operating Officer. The new Leadership Team member brings a wealth of experience in higher education administration to Â鶹ÊÓƵ. “We are thrilled to welcome Michael Pascual to the Â鶹ÊÓƵ family,” said Â鶹ÊÓƵ
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Dr. Jason Perry Offers Tips on Protecting Digital Footprints
Dr. Jason Perry, Â鶹ÊÓƵ associate professor of engineering, computing, and mathematical science and director of cybersecurity and Informational Technology programs, published a new blog post, " How to Reduce Your Digital Footprint for Better Privacy. " Perry provides valuable
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Lewis Students Earn Schmitt Leadership Scholarship
Twelve Â鶹ÊÓƵ students were awarded Arthur J. Schmitt Leadership Scholarship s for 2024-2025. Schmitt Leadership Scholars are inspirational and resilient students from various majors who participate in leadership development training and projects that challenge them to grow. These students
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Arts & Ideas Program Receives Illinois Arts Council Grant
The Â鶹ÊÓƵ Arts & Ideas program received a “General Operating Support” grant from the Illinois Arts Council for the 2024-25 academic year. This IAC grant is awarded to not-for-profit organizations that provide arts programming to their defined communities in a manner that supports the organization's
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$10,000+ Raised for Those Impacted by Domestic Violence
On Saturday, October 5, Â鶹ÊÓƵ partnered with the Groundwork Domestic Violence Program from Guardian Angel Community Services (GACS) to host its 13 th Annual Angels Against Abuse (AAA) 5k at the Â鶹ÊÓƵ Romeoville campus. The event included speeches from Melanie Skach, program director
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Police Activity Update
Earlier today, a Â鶹ÊÓƵ faculty member discovered a suspicious package while walking on the Burnham Centennial Nature Trail on the Romeoville Campus. Out of an abundance of caution, Â鶹ÊÓƵ Police Department (LUPD) and Romeoville Police Department cordoned off the area of the trail
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Construction Delays Expected Near Lewis Romeoville Campus
Â鶹ÊÓƵ encourages students to plan ahead and adjust their commutes accordingly. Drivers traveling to and from the Â鶹ÊÓƵ campus should be aware of ongoing construction at the intersection of Illinois 53 (Independence Boulevard) and Illinois 7 (Renwick Road) in Romeoville. The Illinois
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