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Founded in 1969, Governors State University is a four-year public university in Illinois, offering 64 degree and 24 certificate programs. #GovState

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On September 11, 2001, 2,977 people were killed in the deadliest terrorist attack in world history.
25 years later, the responsibility of remembrance belongs to all of us—including those who lived through it and those who know it only through the stories we preserve.

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GOVSTATE ALERT:

The National Weather Service is forecasting dangerously cold temperatures. To ensure the safety of the faculty, staff and students, Governors State University will be CLOSED on Friday, January 23, 2026. For more information, check your GovState email.

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Welcome to the Spring 2026 semester! 🎉We’re excited to kick off a new season of education, innovation, and opportunity. Comment below what you're most excited for this year! 🐾

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Today’s the day — it’s #GivingTuesday! Join Governors State University in celebrating the power of giving. Your support helps provide scholarships, strengthen programs, and empower the next generation of leaders.

Give now and make your impact today:
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Honoring a new chapter, Joyce C. Ester, Ph.D., was formally celebrated with an investiture ceremony as #GovState’s seventh president! An inspiring event marked by music, memorable speeches, and a shared commitment to our university mission.

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Discover your future at #GovState! Join us for our Open House on Saturday, November 15, at 10 a.m. to tour the campus, meet students and faculty, and learn about the application process. Don’t miss out! Register here: https://t.co/pSfa4eOQok

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Due to hazardous road conditions, GovState will have a late opening of 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 10, when all business operations will resume.

Check your GovState email for more information.

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John Waters to screen 'Serial Mom' at Governors State University https://t.co/r8TDD4JP5X #NWITimes

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Homecoming begins this Sunday, October 26! Are you ready for the Jaguar Mania experience? 💥

Video footage captured by TWAG and DLMD.

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Cheer On Our RV Soccer Team! The #GovState Jaguars make it to the CACC Championship tomorrow! #WeAreGovState #Athletics

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@aliyagarcia26 @torikeilman Welcome to Jaguar Nation! #WeAreGovState

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Happy first day of Fall at #GovState🍂

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Convocation is just around the corner! See a special message from #GovState Alumna, THE Kaylie Dahms, KTIV news anchor from Sioux City, Iowa. Kaylie will deliver the keynote address to students on Thursday, September 4, at 1 p.m. in the Center for the Performing Arts.

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Welcome to the Fall 2025 semester! Classes begin today. Comment below on what you're most excited about this year.

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@SouthlandNG Congrats to #GovState athlete Krysta Stanko for a record-setting season!

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Fall classes start in just 6 weeks! Reserve your spot in the classroom by contacting an admissions representative today! https://t.co/D4rJwLtTMX

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Join #GovState on Wednesday, July 16, at 6 p.m. with a birthday party in Park Forest, IL! With live music, free rides for children, and an exclusive VIP tent, celebrate the 56th anniversary of Governors State!

Learn more and RSVP for the VIP tent! https://t.co/cKDVK1l8II

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Happy 4th of July from #GovState! The campus is closed on Friday, July 4, in observance.

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Governors State University has been named the BEST university in the Chicago Southland! Thank you to everyone who voted for #GovState.

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Welcome, Dr. Joyce C. Ester! Today marks the beginning of a new chapter at #GovState as we welcome our 7th president, effective July 1, 2025. In a heartfelt display of enthusiasm, our #GovState students have painted our rock to celebrate the bright future under her leadership.