Rectors

Rectors of the Lincoln Academy of Illinois

The Rectors nominate potential Laureates from their respective fields of endeavor.

Arts & The Performing Arts

Robert A. "Arthur" Falls
RectorRector of The Arts and Performing Arts
TitleArtistic Director
Home City and StateEvanston, IL

Carrie Kennedy
RectorRector of The Arts and Performing Arts

Agriculture

Dan Kelley
RectorRector of Agriculture
Home City and StateNormal, IL

Business, Industry & Communication

James O'Connor
RectorRector of Business Industry and Communication
TitleChairman & CEO Unicom Corporation & Commonwealth Edison, retired
Home City and StateChicago, IL

Education

Dr. Samuel Goldman
RectorRector of Education
TitleProfessor Emeritus & Chancellor Emeritus
Home City and StateCarbondale, IL

Government & Law

The Honorable Anne M. Burke
RectorRector of Government and Law
TitleIllinois Supreme Court Justice, 1st Dist.
Home City and StateChicago, IL

Labor

Jorge Ramirez
RectorRector of Labor
TitleManaging Director & Labor Strategies, GCM Grosvenor
Home City and StateChicago, IL

Medicine & Science

Helen L. Morrison, MD, MJ, DFAACEP
RectorRector of Medicine and Science
Home City and StateChicago, IL

Religion

The Reverend Monsignor Kenneth Velo
RectorRector of Religion
TitleSenior Executive for Catholic Collaboration, DePaul University
Home City and StateChicago, IL

Social Services

The Reverend Thomas Behrens
RectorRector of Social Services
TitleFounder, The Night Ministry of Chicago
Home City and StateWilmette, IL

Sports

Ryne Sandberg
RectorRector of Sports
Home City and StateLake Bluff, IL

The Lincoln Academy of Illinois

1 day ago

Our Student Laureate Spotlight today highlights Carlos Benitez of Dominican University. Carlos is currently studying psychology and the study of women and gender. He hopes to pursue a graduate degree in community psychology to continue to advocate for and aid in the liberation of marginalized communities. Carlos is a DACA recipient and president of the Undocumented & Immigrant Allyance at Dominican University.

"Abraham Lincoln’s leadership and legacy reminds us of the importance of a united nation under the promise of equity and freedom for all people. Through his spirit, we must continue to advocate and advance to create a more just and humane world where no person is targeted or ostracized for the color of their skin, the religion they practice, who they love, or who they are. As we strive for a more equitable and just nation, we must remind ourselves that there is no such thing a small role. Whether we challenge racism at home through conversation or draft policies to ensure equitable access to education, we all do our part to make our nation better. Lincoln’s legacy is a call to action for all people in America to challenge and correct injustice at home, at school, at work, and in our government." ... See MoreSee Less

Our Student Laureate Spotlight today highlights Carlos Benitez of Dominican University. Carlos is currently studying psychology and the study of women and gender. He hopes to pursue a graduate degree in community psychology to continue to advocate for and aid in the liberation of marginalized communities. Carlos is a DACA recipient and president of the Undocumented & Immigrant Allyance at Dominican University.

Abraham Lincoln’s leadership and legacy reminds us of the importance of a united nation under the promise of equity and freedom for all people. Through his spirit, we must continue to advocate and advance to create a more just and humane world where no person is targeted or ostracized for the color of their skin, the religion they practice, who they love, or who they are. As we strive for a more equitable and just nation, we must remind ourselves that there is no such thing a small role. Whether we challenge racism at home through conversation or draft policies to ensure equitable access to education, we all do our part to make our nation better. Lincoln’s legacy is a call to action for all people in America to challenge and correct injustice at home, at school, at work, and in our government.

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The Lincoln Academy of Illinois

4 days ago

Today's Student Laureate Spotlight is Gisselle Cervantes from DePaul University. Gisselle will be graduating in June with a major in international studies and a minor in music industry. Gisselle made history by becoming the first-ever Latina elected to the DePaul University Student Government Association (SGA).

"The essence of Lincoln’s Leadership Legacy will be a guide in living a life of civic service and commitment to the greater good because of the way the Lincoln Academy carries on Lincoln’s legacy by leading by example. Everyday, people are living their lives in commitment to the people around them and leading a life of justice. Through efforts such as those carried out by the Lincoln Academy, an example is being set for everyone else on how to live a life of service. I have been inspired by the many people around me who live a life of civic service and commitment to others, which has inspired me to do the same." ... See MoreSee Less

Todays Student Laureate Spotlight is Gisselle Cervantes from DePaul University. Gisselle will be graduating in June with a major in international studies and a minor in music industry. Gisselle made history by becoming the first-ever Latina elected to the DePaul University Student Government Association (SGA).

The essence of Lincoln’s Leadership Legacy will be a guide in living a life of civic service and commitment to the greater good because of the way the Lincoln Academy carries on Lincoln’s legacy by leading by example. Everyday, people are living their lives in commitment to the people around them and leading a life of justice. Through efforts such as those carried out by the Lincoln Academy, an example is being set for everyone else on how to live a life of service. I have been inspired by the many people around me who live a life of civic service and commitment to others, which has inspired me to do the same.

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The Lincoln Academy of Illinois

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Today's Student Laureate Spotlight is Gerardo Medina from Concordia University Chicago. Gerardo, a four-year member of the men's soccer team, will be graduating with a BA in criminal justice and political science and is attending law school at the University of Illinois in the fall.

"Abraham Lincoln's life is the essence of what it means to live a life of service and commitment to the greater good. I wish to become an attorney that helps marginalized communities. Lincoln's legacy will serve as a source of inspiration to me as I progress through my educational journey and life. Like Lincoln I will always strive to be honest, courageous, and humble. Whatever I accomplish, I will always remember where I came from and do my best to help people that need help. This is what Lincoln has taught me." ... See MoreSee Less

Todays Student Laureate Spotlight is Gerardo Medina from Concordia University Chicago. Gerardo, a four-year member of the mens soccer team, will be graduating with a BA in criminal justice and political science and is attending law school at the University of Illinois in the fall.

Abraham Lincolns life is the essence of what it means to live a life of service and commitment to the greater good. I wish to become an attorney that helps marginalized communities. Lincolns legacy will serve as a source of inspiration to me as I progress through my educational journey and life. Like Lincoln I will always strive to be honest, courageous, and humble. Whatever I accomplish, I will always remember where I came from and do my best to help people that need help. This is what Lincoln has taught me.

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