Articles From Sandra Blake

Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, May 2023 A note from the editor.
Elgin Mental Health Center Celebrates 150 Years of Recovery By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, March 2023 In June 2022, mental health providers, recipients, and dignitaries gathered to celebrate 150 years of recovery at the Elgin Mental Health Center.
Oaths of Office Taken by Judge Elizabeth K. Flood and Judge Bianca Camargo: From the Swearing-in Ceremony and Reception for Judge Elizabeth K. Flood and Judge Bianca Camargo By Sandra Blake Bench and Bar, May 2022 Diversity and inclusion have become watchwords for the legal profession, and in Kane County, they serve as more than aspirations. The December 10 swearing-in ceremony and reception honoring Judge Bianca Camargo and Judge Elizabeth K. Flood reminded all present of the strides being made.
Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, November 2021 An introduction to the issue from the editor.
It’s a Sign of the Times By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, November 2021 Hopeful signs that indicate society's attitudes are moving toward more acceptance and inclusion.
Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, February 2021 An introduction to the issue from the editor, Sandra Blake.
The Illinois Mental Health Task Force Virtual Summit Session 5—Illinois’ Path to Improving the Court and Community Responses to Persons with Mental Illness: Bringing the Community Together in One Voice and Common Mission By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, February 2021 A summary of the fifth and final session from the Illinois Mental Health Task Force Virtual Summit, which served as a call to action to improve our court, community, and system responses to persons with mental illness and co-occuring disorders.
Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, October 2020 A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, May 2020 A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
Editor’s Note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, February 2020 A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
Working together to increase awareness and reduce stigma of mental illness By Sandra Blake Bench and Bar, July 2019 The Mental Health Section Council is looking to increase awareness and reduce stigma of mental health issues and treatment, and welcomes any ideas.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2019 A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
From the chair and editor By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, June 2019 A note from the chair and editor, Sandy Blake.
Letter from the chair By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, December 2018 An introduction to the issue from the Section on Mental Health Law's chair and editor, Sandy Blake.
Letter from the chair By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, October 2018 An introduction to the issue from the Section on Mental Health Law's chair and editor, Sandy Blake.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2018 A note from the editor, Sandra Blake.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, December 2017 An introduction to the issue from Editor Sandra Blake.
Forensic tools solve new, cold cases By Sandra Blake Bench and Bar, May 2017 New developments with examination of finger and palm prints are helping to solve cold cases around the country.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2016 A message from Editor Sandra Blake.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2015 A message from Editor Sandra Blake.
Editor’s note By Sandra Blake Mental Health Law, April 2015 An introduction to the issue from Editor Sandra Blake.
Diversity Leadership Award By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2014 Congratulations to the 2013 and 2014 winners!
Editors’ note By Mary F. Petruchius, Sandra Blake, & E. Lynn Grayson Diversity Leadership Council, June 2014 An introduction to the issue from Editors Mary Petruchius, Sandra Blake and E. Lynn Grayson.
I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai with Christina Lamb By Sandra Blake Diversity Leadership Council, June 2014 Reviewer Sandra Blake shares her thoughts on this must-read book.
I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai with Christina Lamb By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, February 2014 Committee member Sandra Blake reviews this recent release.
Chair’s column By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, June 2013 A message from Chair Sandra Blake.
Chair’s column By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, May 2013 A look at the Committee's recent and upcoming activities.
Chair’s column By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, January 2013 A message from Committee Chair Sandy Blake.
Chair’s column By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, December 2012 A message from Committee Chair Sandra Blake.
Life Span held an Awards Luncheon on October 11, 2012, at Fulton’s on the River By Sandra Blake Women and the Law, December 2012 Life Span, an organization committed to helping victims of domestic violence, presented its first Safety and Accountability Award to Cook County State's Attorney Anita Alvarez.

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