Illinois

reasons like student loans, moving away from friends and family, and meeting new people. One good reason why Southern Illinois University is a top choice school because it is not very far from Ste. Genevieve. Southern Illinois University is located in Carbondale, Illinois. According to the 2010 census Carbondale, Illinois has a population of 26,363. Since the city is rather large, there are many opportunities…

An idyllic suburban residential community on Chicago's North Shore, Glencoe, Illinois consists mainly of single-family homes, occupied by their owners. The four square mile village is home to approximately 8,762 people, most of whom are professionals who earn over $100,000 per year. From kindergarten to eighth grade, Glencoe's children attend one of the three age-centered schools operated by Glencoe School District 35, followed by attendance at the New Trier Township High School. The high…

A Chance to expand an Innovative mindset, that is what the Illinois Institute of Technology means to me. I believe IIT has the resources necessary to sharpen and develop my mind and bring forth new technology, ideas, and improve our quality of life. Going behind test scores and diplomas, making real change in the world. By telling my story and who I am. Through Illinois institute of Technology i aim to positively have an impact in this ever changing world. I hope that to be given the chance. I…

Fraud in Dixon Illinois: Who’s to Blame? Case Study Introduction In the city of Dixon, Illinois, the trusted treasurer, and comptroller, committed a crime where $53 million was embezzling over two decades There were few key problems in the story such as, lack of ethics, conflict of interest and what’s more important, lack of control from Rita Crundwell, her accountant Clifton Gunderson, and Fifth Third Bank. Crundwell puts her personal interests above others. She gained trust and decided to…

In 1832, ongoing tension in Illinois between American settlers and Native American tribes ignited into a summer of conflict where the participants failed to recognize opportunities to deescalate hostilities. This paper will begin by providing historical information relevant to understanding the conflict’s root causes. The paper will further explain that misunderstandings among both combatants regarding the root causes created an atmosphere that fostered an environment conducive for conflict.…

It is a endless chain of railroad lines, highways, waterways, and airlines. Chicago is one of the world’s largest railroad and trucking centers. The Michigan-Illinois Canal helps with getting freight from the Great Lakes. Chicago is one of the main agricultural suppliers; it supplies corn, soybeans, and grain. Various fabrics in Chicago aid the state by helping Illinois have it’s needs met. There are several reasons why I chose the Development o Chicago. I wanted to learn about Chicago, how…

Ambassadors and Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team Reporter. In the Effingham County 4-H Youth Ambassadors, I am vice-chair for the ARC or Go For The Blue Ribbon 4-H Club which consists of those who have a physical or mental disabilities which live in a group home in my community. We plan a monthly craft and assist them in creating it each month. I always walk out with a huge smile and satisfaction because of the smiles and memories that are created each month. I also chair the Cloverbud…

The Illinois Indians were one of the most preponderant tribes in the Central United States during the of the European discoveries. According to sociologist Russell Thornton, their population was at 10,500 around 1670. The Illinois Indians were a body of Algonquian-speaking groups. Those groups were the Kaskaskia, Maroa, Chinkoa, Tapouaro, Coiracoentanon, Moingwena, Espeminkia, Tamaroa, Che Possa, Cahokia, Michigamme, Wea, Piankashaw, Peoria, Mascouten, and Miami. In the 1830’s when the Indian…

history. Chicago would not have happened if not for the Black Hawk war. Chicago was formed after the events of the Black Hawk War. This war was the most vital part in Chicago history.The war began in May of 1832 and ended in August of 1832. The battle was fought for land, a tale to reclaim something that was taken. Black Hawk had surrendered after being caught and many of his people were slaughtered or imprisoned. Black Hawk lost his status that he once had. This event sparked the last native…

NOTIFICATION AND ARRIVAL On Wednesday, February 10, 2016, at approximately 2:07 p.m., I, Trooper Brad Brachear, received a telephone call from Sergeant Robert Ventura. Sgt. Ventura advised Trooper Daron Barge of Illinois State Police District 11 requested my assistance with a car vs. two pedestrian crash on the ramp from Interstate 64 westbound to Illinois Route 111 in Canteen Township in St. Clair County. I responded from the Metro East Crime Lab in Belleville, Illinois to assist. The crash…