Dominican Advances Ties with Maywood

Michael Roman, in an article in the Village Free Press, discusses Dominican's announcement of spring break immersion programs in the adjoining suburb of Maywood. The program is part of a larger commitment to tackle racial and social injustice in the Village of River Forest--and on campus. The university is one of a small cohort of universities designated by the Association of American Colleges and Universities as a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation campus center.

Last year, River Forest passed a Twin Villages Covenant with Maywood, committing the village to forging a closer relationship with the predominantly Black community. Dominican is making strides toward expanding and deepening its relationship with Maywood as well.

Read the Village Free Press article here.