ARCHITECTURE/ENGINEERING ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Over the course of the week, the student will be exposed to key elements of the design process from a variety of perspectives, including field surveys, client design meetings, architectural review, engineering (mechanical and electrical) review and overall project management. The student will shadow members of the Bancroft-AE design team in meetings and in the field interacting with clients and end-users (i.e. patients and scientists). The internship is intended to give students with an interest in pursuing careers as architects and/or engineers the opportunity to immerse in the working environment of an active design firm. The objective is for students to have a better sense of the daily expectations of professionals in these fields, while encouraging them to pursue formal education as engineers and architects. Some of our local sites may be a bit of a challenge for a person with disabilities. Those are challenges we embrace - as a disabled-veteran owned business, we have and always will have, persons with disabilities on our team and welcome students with disabilities. ABOUT BANCROFT ARCHITECTS + ENGINEERS Bancroft Architects + Engineers is a full-service design firm with 38 full-time architects and engineers working from its headquarters in Elk Grove Village and six studios nationwide. Paul Jenkins '81 serves as the President and CEO. Though Bancroft designs a broad range of commercial, educational and industrial facilities, its focus is the design of highly-technical facilities in support of healthcare and the sciences. Recently completed technical projects include the design of the $30 million renovation of the laboratories at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the design for the renovation of Northwestern's Applied Physics Laboratory for particle acceleration research and the design of the Saudi Royal family's mobile medical facility. As a firm founded and led by disabled veterans, Bancroft-AE commits significant resources to designing leading-edge facilities for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The VA is Bancroft's largest client and at present it has ongoing VA Medical Center design projects in nine states including Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and Illinois.

INTERIOR DESIGN/ARCHITECTURE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY This week-long educational opportunity will be an experience filled with everyday professional tasks in the fields of architecture and design. The student will be exposed to design opportunities, client meetings, current projects, site visits, material library introduction, lunch/learn seminars, exposure to all staff levels experiences/discussion, building code, permit expedition, construction drawing review, etc. ABOUT BOX STUDIOS BOX Studios is an architecture and interior design firm with offices in Chicago and Denver. It is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and designs tailored specifically to each of our clients' unique visions and needs. We are designers, architects, and planners working for clients who demand the smartest ideas within the most intelligent process. Open, collaborative thinking is how we approach every project, every client and every problem in order to provide the most satisfying solution. We design memorable work that consistently delivers tailored, project-specific results. To define our practice, we searched to find what made the most successful and respected companies and design firms in the world great. We found that the word "collaboration" reached across industries and cultures and was one indispensable component of lasting success. To us, collaboration means a free exchange of ideas and constructive criticism; it means teamwork and camaraderie contributing to common goals and shared rewards. Over the years, BOX has continued to evolve and explore our inspirations. The power of collective ambition and commitment to the art of design defines our purpose. Everywhere you look today-from buildings and landscapes, to commercial products and public services, to websites and printed products-design has taken on a new meaning. Design is not about decoration; it is a critical component of how we communicate, collaborate, work and play. Simply said, design enables something to work more beautifully. As a result of our collective ambition, we discover new ways to incorporate design using progressive approaches. We transform spaces into dynamic and efficient environments. We deliver designs that encompass the latest technologies. We provide leadership and exceptional return on investment.

CRIMINAL JUSTICE/GOVERNMENT ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Learn what it takes to fight crime in Cook County directly from State's Attorney Anita Alvarez. Your student will spend five days observing and shadowing in her office-the second largest prosecutor's office in the nation-with experienced and seasoned assistant state's attorneys. ABOUT THE STATE'S ATTORNEY State's Attorney Alvarez along with her Assistant State's Attorneys work hard each day to secure justice for crime victims and to serve as the legal representatives of the nation's second largest county. With nearly 900 attorneys, her office has the responsibility to prosecute all misdemeanor and felony crimes committed in Cook County and to promote civil protection for the disabled, the elderly and consumers.

GRAPHIC DESIGN ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY During his or her week at Damen Jackson, your student will participate in developing marketing and design solutions for actual clients. The student will shadow Damen Jackson's designer team as well as account executives and copywriters. Your student's work will be reviewed by the team and will receive constructive feedback. The work created is the student's to keep, which may prove helpful with college applications. Additionally, the student will receive a letter of recommendation from Ron Farnum, founder and president of the agency. ABOUT DAMEN JACKSON Damen Jackson is a creative agency focused on brand marketing communication and design. Working with many different types of companies, Damen Jackson develops products and creative campaigns, building exceptional brands. Clients include Disney, Seattle's Best, Fisher Nuts, Harris Theatre, DuPont and Fenwick High School.

GOVERNMENT ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The internship is with DuPage County Board Chairman Dan Cronin '77 and will include the opportunity to observe and learn about the operations of county government departments, programs and services. DuPage County is the second largest county in Illinois with 932,126 residents and is a major employment center for northeastern Illinois, home to over 750,000 jobs, 16 colleges, seven hospitals, two national laboratories and 300 miles of trails and bikeways. The student will have the opportunity to attend county committee meetings, a county board session, tour county facilities and meet with county elected officials and senior staff. ABOUT THE DUPAGE COUNTY BOARD CHAIRMAN The County Board Chairman is the chief executive officer of the County Board, supervising the implementation of the Board's policies and programs. Dan Cronin won election to the office of County Board Chairman, first in November of 2010 and again in November of 2014, after serving in the Illinois General Assembly for 20 years. Chairman Cronin is committed to the ACT (Accountability, Consolidation & Transparency) Initiative to reduce the size, scope and cost of local government. To date, the reform measures under the ACT program have saved taxpayers over $100 million.

SERVICE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Camp FRIENDship is a day camp designed to help children with autism spectrum disorders and similar social skills deficits acquire social skills within a positive, safe and fun learning environment. Typically developing peers are incorporated into camp programming to increase social opportunities across camp groups. For the 2nd year, Camp FRIENDship will be held at the Chicago Therapeutic School location June 27 through July 1, 2016. The student should be interested in working with people with disabilities but are not required to have any experience. He or she will assist the counselors and assistant counselors in supporting the needs of all campers. Camp activities will include social skills instruction, large group games, art, cooking, science and more. ABOUT EASTER SEALS Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago is a champion for abilities serving 38,000 children, adults and families through comprehensive autism and child development programs and services. Our 23 programs operate on 12 sites through Chicagoland and Rockford, employing 550 dedicated professionals.

TELEVISION/MEDIA ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY If your Friar is interested in the media and news, NBC5 has the perfect shadow experience. Spend five days at the NBC5 studios seeing what happens behind the scenes. The student will have the opportunity to spend time with current Fenwick parent and NBC5 News Today Weekday Edition co-anchor Zoraida Sambolin. He or she will be able to observe all of the facets of the station, from video and writing to reporting and producing. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to see the news as it happens. ABOUT NBC5 CHICAGO AND MS. SAMBOLIN NBC5 (WMAQ-TV) is owned by NBCUniversal Owned Television Stations subsidiary of NBCUniversal, and is part of a duopoly with Telemundo station WSNS-TV. It is also co-owned with regional sports network Comcast SportsNet Chicago. WMAQ-TV maintains studio facilities and business offices at the NBC Tower on North Columbus Drive in Chicago's Streeterville neighborhood and its transmitter is located atop the Willis Tower. Zoraida Sambolin is the Weekday Edition co-anchor of NBC5 News Today. The morning news anchor originally joined WMAQ-TV in the summer of 2002 and began reporting for Telemundo the following year. As the first Chicago on-air broadcaster to work at both English and Spanish language stations simultaneously, she has broken new ground for Latinos in the number three market in the country. Before joining NBC5, Ms. Sambolin was the creator and Emmy award-winning host of Small Talk for Parents on WYCC-TV and Nuestros Ninos on WSNS-TV from 1999 to 2002. Prior to that, she was the director of broadcasting for the Chicago City Colleges. Ms. Sambolin is committed to helping Autism Speaks raise awareness and has volunteered her time and talents to the cause. She has also volunteered her time for a number of Chicago-area organizations like the Anti-Defamation League, Gilda's Club Chicago and the Puerto Rican Alliance where she serves on an Advisory Board.

LAW ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The student will accompany the firm's partner Mr. Antonio Romanucci '78 to court, to depositions or to various meetings that may be on the schedule for that particular week. The student will learn what a distinguished attorney does on a daily basis to help injured individuals obtain the benefits they deserve in accordance with the laws. ABOUT THE FIRM AND MR. ROMANUCCI Romanucci & Blandin, LLC is a top Illinois plaintiff's personal injury and civil trial practice law firm. The Chicago-based firm, founded in 1998, is dedicated to providing victims, who suffered injury as a result of another's wrongdoing, full and fair compensation in a diligent, professional, skilled and caring manner. Romanucci & Blandin specializes in numerous practice areas, such as personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, workers' compensation, pharmaceutical, mass torts, civil rights, police misconduct, excessive force, aviation, product liability and premises liability. Antonio M. Romanucci is a principal and partner of the firm. Mr. Romanucci strives to serve clients with passion and preparedness. That approach has helped the firm obtain dozens of verdicts and settlements for its clients in excess of $1 million, including a $22.3 million award in a 2009 medical malpractice case and $18 million award in a police misconduct case. Mr. Romanucci has been widely recognized for his insight and experience in traumatic brain injuries and related legal issues. In recognition of his successful track record and high ethical standards, Martindale-Hubbell has awarded him its AV-Preenent rating every year since 2005. He has also been named a Best Lawyer in Chicago and a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by The National Trial Lawyers. He was recently selected by his peers for inclusion in the 2016 edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

MEDICINE ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The internship is with the Rush Epilepsy Center and will include the opportunity to observe and view firsthand the physician/patient relationship in a clinical setting. Rush Epilepsy Center specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy. The student will have the opportunity to attend lectures and meet with the entire staff to discuss the overview of the work conducted at the Center with patients. The student will learn about the medical condition, how a diagnosis is made, what treatment options are available and the Center's work. ABOUT THE CENTER AND THE DIRECTOR Rush Epilepsy Center is one of the oldest established subspecialty practices in Chicagoland for patients with epilepsy. There are trained and certified epileptologists in the practice who work on a team with nurse practitioners, clinical nurses, research PhDs, certified medical assistants, a social worker and administrative staff who all play roles in the evaluation and treatment approaches to our patients with epilepsy. The Center offers innovative treatment plans including VNS placement and Neuropace. It provides video-EEG monitoring studies and perform surgery on patients for whom this treatment will be beneficial. Dr. Michael Smith is the Director of the Rush Epilepsy Center. He is a professor in the Department of Neurological Sciences and a senior attending physician. Under his leadership, the Center has grown since its beginnings in 1972 under the leadership of Dr. Frank Morrell. Dr. Smith is an advocate for patients with epilepsy, highly respected in the neuroscience community and has done numerous talks throughout his career. He has also authored and co-authored books and articles in medical journals. RESTRICTION: Student must be at least 17 years old to participate.

BANKING/BUSINESS ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY Your student will spend a week working in The PrivateBank's Strategy Department with Chief Strategy Officer John Heiberger '88. The student will learn about the structure, scope and inner-workings of a mid-size financial services firm, the role of strategy in the modern corporate structure, the framework, research and analysis needed for the completion/execution of a project plan, and demands and opportunities of working for a public company. ABOUT THE PRIVATEBANK The PrivateBank is a $17.3 billion Chicago-based commercial bank. It is one of the 50 largest commercial banks in the United States with 35 offices in 10 states.

TELEVISION/MEDIA ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY The student will shadow three of our employees including Fenwick's own Dana Ballard '96, producer; Cortney Hall '99, anchor; and Natalie Skryd '10, floor director. He or she will learn different aspects of what it's like to put on a newscast by having the opportunity to work on the morning, midday and evening shows. By shadowing these three employees, the student get a complete understanding of what it's like behind the scenes in the studio and in the newsroom. ABOUT WGN-TV WGN-TV debuted its first broadcast in 1948 on Channel 9 in Chicago from its studios at Tribune Tower. Since 1961 WGN has been broadcasting from 2501 W. Bradley Place on Chicago's northwest side. The morning show runs from 4-10 a.m., the midday show from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and the evening shows from 4-6 p.m. and 9-11 p.m. RESTRICTION: Student must be an incoming junior this summer to participate.

One pair of ladies 18 karat white gold, custom-made, oval shaped dangle style diamond earrings containing 66 bead-set round shaped, brilliant cut diamonds weighing a total of .49 carats clarity grade of VS2 and a color grade of G.

Professional photographer Chris Guillen will travel to your home for a private indoor or to a close-by park for an outdoor family photo session. Your package includes one portrait session and an 11x14 print of your choosing. Chris captures personality with a classic presentation. Be it a baby's first picture, a 50th Anniversary portrait, or a family picture you've been meaning to take for years. Prints from your session will be heirlooms for the next generation! Take the time to Capture Life. (Please Note: Certificate expires 4/1/17. Location must be within 15 miles of Oak Park, IL.)

Be a guest of the city with a two-night stay in a park-view king guest room for two adults at the Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel in Chicago. Enjoy meals at two of Chicago's finest dining establishments: dinner at Joe's Seafood Prime Steak & Stonecrab ($500 gift card) and lunch at the Purple Pig (a $200 value). (Expires April 22, 2017).

Escape for a night as you and your someone special enjoy a one-night stay at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare with dinner at Nick's Fishmarket in Rosemont ($100 gift card) and breakfast at the O'H American Grill.

Located in the heart of the beautiful Catalonian hills north of Barcelona, this lovely farmhouse is perched on a ridge with breathtaking views of the Pyrenees and rolling farmland. Here the air is clear and guests can relax informally in the countryside of rural Spain, explore famous art cities (Barcelona, Girona, Figueres) or swim and sun on the famous sandy beaches of the chic Costa Brava, less than 30 minutes away. The house has easy access to the highway, which is just 5 minutes from the farmhouse. You can cross the border into France in less than an hour making it easily possible to dine in Perpignon. The surrounding countryside, dotted with medieval hill towns, woods and green fields, is reminiscent of Tuscany and Provence. Cyclists train in the hills and Pyrenees Mountains, because the area is excellent for bicycling and walking with many trails. Guests can explore village markets, craft and pottery shops and marvelous restaurants. Catalan cuisine is absolutely delicious, with fresh produce and ultra-fresh fish; several world-class restaurants are within reach. But guests are also delighted by the small country restaurants that can be found in the nearby perched villages. This beautiful stone "masia" (farmhouse) has a red-tiled roof, ancient well and stone walls with climbing bougainvillea. It dates from 1806 and is a comfortable accommodation for up to 15 people with 7,600 sq feet indoors and a large covered terrace with fireplace and BBQ area outside. It has been thoughtfully renovated to keep the original flavor with exposed-stone walls, vaulted ceilings, huge exposed beams, terra cotta-tiled floors, and color-washed walls. All six bedrooms have individually controlled installed air conditioners. Ground floor (sleeps 2+2) Enter into a large elegant entrance with original terra cotta barrel vault ceiling and terra cotta tile floors. Also on the floor is a large livng room with satellite-TV, pool table, card tables, sofas and large library with books in English, Catalan and Spanish. The heart of the home is a spacious eat-in country kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, fireplace and sitting area. One bedroom with queen bed and bathroom with shower over tub. There is also a library/office with a computer and twin beds to provide sleeping space for two additional guests, as well as a pantry and laundry room with washer and dryer. The kitchen door leads right out to the marvelous covered terrace with dining table for 14, fireplace and buffet. Second floor (sleeps 10+1) Upstairs are 5 double bedrooms (3 queen-bedded rooms and 2 twin-bedded rooms) with 5 bathrooms, and a large center room with hand hewn beams, antique furniture, table and chairs. All bedrooms have window screens in all of the windows and all bedrooms are air- conditioned. Outside are a garden with sunny and shaded areas, pergola, BBQ, swimming pool (5 x 10 m or 17 x 32 ft), Ping-Pong, bocce (petanque), basketball, and soccer field with goalie posts. All sport equipment is supplied. This is lovely country for biking to several nearby villages on quiet country roads to visit a coffee bar. Bikes can be rented nearby. Daily maid service is included. Amenities include pool table, computer with Internet access and printer, satellite TV, DVD player and stereo. Mas Talaia is a marvelous place for a family or friends to enjoy a relaxing vacation in a fascinating and beautiful location. The area reminds us of Tuscany with its natural beauty, proximity to the sea, marvelous regional cuisine and easy access to great art cities.

One week stay in a furnished condominium in beautiful Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Located on the beach near Vallarta Marina, the condo sleeps eight in four bedrooms, with four baths. A pool and café are located on the premises. Close to airport and downtown this package includes transportation to and from airport. Exclusions: Christmas, New Year, Thanksgiving and Spring Break.

You and seven friends will travel in style as a private jet whisks you away to enjoy a wonderful day at Whistling Straits, arguably the best championship course in the United States, located 2.5 hours north of downtown Chicago. Wisconsin's Whistling Straits has been the site of the 2004, 2010 and 2015 PGA Championships, the 2007 U.S. Senior Open and is the future site of the 2020 Ryder Cup. Only Destination Kohler combines championship courses with five-star accommodations, a five-star spa and a collection of world-class cuisine. Whistling Straits offers two courses of dynamic contrast and world-class prestige, the Straits and the Irish. Open, rugged and windswept terrain defines the Straits, sculpted along two miles of Lake Michigan shoreline. Borrowing influences from Irish links courses, the Straits has fescue fairways and massive sand dune bunkers. Just inland, interspersed by four meandering streams, the grassland and dunes aspect of the Irish is a deceiving tranquil landscape. Experience these two must-play courses crafted by hall-of-fame designer Pete Dye and ranked among the best in the United States. This trip can be set up for any time during Spring or Summer 2016 based on mutual dates.

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