Dual Degree Program

05/19/2026

Last Tuesday we celebrated our largest graduating class of Dual Degree Program students at Governors State University. The photo album is coming soon 📸, but in the meantime read about this year's ceremony highlights:

By Sarah Shoaf, Staff WriterSpeaking to the 2026 Dual Degree Program (DDP) graduates, the largest class of the program’s history, Governors State University’s (GovState) Provost Beverly Schneller reminded the students that they have the ability to drive change.“All it takes is one hook and you...

05/18/2026

Look at all those honor cords and stoles 😍🎓 Congrats again to our DDP graduates. Best wishes on your next adventure!

05/15/2026

Tomorrow is the big day 🎓🤩 We can’t wait to see all of our DDP graduates cross the stage at Governors State University Commencement.

We will be cheering on students like Rebecca Fassbender, DDP Promise Scholarship recipient and Prairie State College alumna. Read more about her journey to her dual degrees, and beyond!

https://gsunews.govst.edu/rebecca-fassbender-finding-her-way-to-help-others/

For many students, pursuing a degree starts with finding a place that makes higher education accessible and affordable. For , Rebecca Fassbender, her journey towards affordable college was supported by our Dual Degree Program and Honors College.

"As a resident of Park Forest, I am so fortunate to have access to a quality and affordable education right here in my backyard. "

05/11/2026

Tomorrow is our annual Dual Degree Program Graduation Cording Ceremony! We can't wait to celebrate amazing students like Alexa Fortu, DDP Honors Scholarship recipient and Moraine Valley Community College alumna 🎓🌟

Read more about Alexa's experience as a Biology major and member of the GovState Honors College:

Intro by Sarah Shoaf, Staff WriterPhoto by Isabella Hollingsworth-Sons, Staff WriterA second-generation immigrant, Alexa Fortu has received consistent support from her parents to follow her passions, leading her to discover her love of Biology, her chosen field of study at Governors State University...

05/08/2026

We are nearing closer to Commencement 🎓🌟 We can't wait to see graduates like South Suburban College alumnus, Jaylon Garner, walk across the stage on May 16, 2026. Do you have your cap and gown ready??

Click to read more about Jaylon's experience as an Accounting major at Governors State University:

Intro by Sarah Shoaf, Staff WriterPhoto by Isabella Hollingsworth-Sons, Staff WriterFor Jaylon Garner, his interest in Accounting began in elementary school when he learned about the field seeing a friend’s parent working as an accountant. He transferred to Governors State University (GovState) as...

05/05/2026

We are one week closer to graduation 🤯🎓 For those participating in the afternoon Commencement ceremony, did you know the student speaker will be a fellow DDP student?!?

Victoria Gomez, DDP Promise Scholarship recipient and alumna of Moraine Valley Community College, will be representing the 2025-2026 graduating class at Governors State University Commencement Ceremony for the College of Arts and Sciences at GovState and College of Business at GovState.

We are so proud of our students and can't wait for the big day 🎉

05/03/2026

SO MUCH FUN! Thank you to all of our DDP helpers that came out and did an amazing job painting in honor of this year’s graduates 🧡🎓

We are so proud of the 100+ graduates in 2025-2026 from the Dual Degree Program! You ROCK 🥰🤪🪨

04/30/2026

It is almost time to say goodbye to our graduates 😭

In the meantime, let's celebrate outstanding DDP students like DDP Honors Scholarship recipient and Moraine Valley Community College alumna, Angelika Babicz!

Honors Spotlight: Angelika Babicz

Angelika is an English Literature major with minors in Marketing and the Honors College, and a member of the Dual Degree Program. During her time at GovState, she has been actively involved across campus, working with Marketing and Communications and serving as the Founding Member and Vice President of Reading Jaguars, the university’s book club.

Her passion for literature has guided her journey, and one of her proudest accomplishments is being published in Reconstructed, GovState’s Art and Literary Journal.

After graduation, Angelika plans to pursue a career in the publishing industry.

Her advice to fellow students: "Get involved and take advantage of what’s around you. GovState offers more than people may realize, especially when it comes to building connections and experiencing different experiences."

04/29/2026

Who's in the mood for some gardening??? DDP of course!

Last Saturday, DDP volunteered at "It Takes a Village Community Farm" in Sauk Village, IL. In partnership with Just Roots Chicago, it Takes a Village Community Farm is a regenerative farm that offers affordable fresh produce to local communities and educational programs for all ages. We planted leafy green seedlings, and the sun came out just in time for a tour of the inspiring facility 🐞🌱

This academic year the Dual Degree Program contributed over 80 hours of service to local communities 🌟🧡🌎 BRAVO and THANK YOU for all of your hard work!!