A Longtime Love for the Gateway City

A Longtime Love for the Gateway City

Jeff Hahn, an eighth-grade teacher at Cross Lutheran School in Yorkville, Illinois, has been taking his students to St. Louis, Missouri, for the past 17 years. Hahn taught multiple grade levels throughout his 31 years with the school before taking over the...
Where Students Are Encouraged to Get Loud!

Where Students Are Encouraged to Get Loud!

The Garage, which opened July 1, 2019, at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, is a great way for music fans of all ages to go beyond the typical museum visit and get the chance to play rock star for a day. “There’s nothing better than the thrill of cranking...
Remarkably Historic: Exploring France

Remarkably Historic: Exploring France

Ideal for those wanting an authentic European experience, France features several cities and regions worth exploring—many with remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites. Whether seeking cultural immersion, culinary traditions, solemn remembrances of historic events,...
Perfectionist Mindset vs. Adventure Mindset

Perfectionist Mindset vs. Adventure Mindset

In my professional life as a chamber of commerce president and event planner, I’m a true planner. Prior to an event, I have a game plan and organize even the smallest details. I consider what could go wrong and make an alternative plan, even if only in my mind....
Becoming Jane

Becoming Jane

The legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall is one that many admire. Now, student groups could explore it further thanks to the National Geographic Society and Jane Goodall Institute, which have partnered to produce Becoming Jane, a new immersive, multimedia exhibition at the...