Yasmine Arab Story
I was born in the United Sates to an American mother and Jordanian father. My parents had a plan to eventually move to Jordan for good. English was my first language, and my parents knew that if I were ever…
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2025 Illinois farmland values: Statewide and local perspectives
This blog is the second part of a two-part series analyzing the 2025 Farmland Values Report published by the Illinois Society of Professional Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ISPFMRA). The report highlights the value of farmland sold in 2024, expectations…
Dipika Mukherjee in America
Each week, the My America blog series introduces you to one of the writers featured in our special exhibit My America: Immigrant and Refugee Writers Today. The exhibit is designed to elicit thoughtful dialogue on a wide array of issues…
Highlights from my first trip to Chicago
ByAshley A few months ago, when Dave mentioned he had a business trip to Chicago coming up, I knew I wanted to tag along, and I’m so glad I did. I’ve always wanted to visit Chicago, and I came away…
