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WGN Radio Interview with Bob Sirott

October 5, 2021

late Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka
In this July 25, 2013, file photo, the late Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka speaks at a news conference in Chicago. (AP Photo/Scott Eisen, File)

Joseph Baar Topinka, son of former Illinois politician Judy Baar Topinka, is working to keep his mother’s legacy alive.

Listen to the Interview Here

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Master Your Healthcare Career Podcast Appearance

September 30, 2021

On this episode of the Master Your Healthcare Career Podcast – Dr. Stanowski welcomes special guest Joseph Topinka to discuss how to land top graduate residencies and internships – how to transition from a student to a practitioner – how to be involved health policy – the importance of advocacy – and how to apply for a CAHME/Judy Baar Topinka scholarship award. 

Joseph Topinka, son of Judy Baar Topinka, a history-making legislator from Illinois – is a retired military attorney and now Assistant Professor of Practice at Texas State University where he oversees the School of Health Administrations residency and internship programs and teaches employment law and health law for healthcare administrators. 

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Klas Restaurant building is at risk of being demolished

August 2, 2021

The Klas Restaurant building is at risk of being demolished.  If Judy Baar Topinka was alive, she would be fighting to save it. 

Judy announced her candidacy for Illinois Governor because of her love for her Czech and Slavic heritage. For her, the building represented her heritage as well as her community which included the Cicero area. Please watch the video about the Klas Restaurant building and the effort to save it. Also, enjoy the photos of Judy in Cicero, including near or in the Klas Building itself.

Donate to Help Save Klas Restaurant
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Army Nurse Corps Association Presentation

June 16, 2021

Joseph Baar Topinka was invited by the Army Nurse Corps Association to make a presentation about his Mother, Judy Baar Topinka, and his book about her entitled Just Judy, A Citizen and Leader for Illinois on June 12, 2021. The Army Nurse Corps Association has agreed for this recording to be posted here. 

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Letter From Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot

April 5, 2021

We received a wonderful letter from Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s office recognizing Judy’s efforts for the LGBTQ community.

OFFICE OF THE MAYOR: CITY OF CHICAGO

Lori Lightfoot Letter

LORI E. LIGHTFOOT: MAYOR

March 17, 2021

Mr. Joseph Baar Topinka

Dear Mr. Topinka:

On behalf of the City of Chicago, I extend heartfelt gratitude to you for accepting this award on behalf of Judy Baar Topinka. It is an honor to welcome her into the Chicago LGBT Hall of Fame.

Judy Baar Topinka was a true friend to the LGBT community. During her time in the Illinois House of Representatives, the Illinois Senate, and as Illinois State Treasurer she fought for gay rights, supported the Illinois Marriage Equality Bill, opened her office to the Equality Illinois’ delegation during the group’s lobby days, and much more. She broke down barriers for generations and her legacy will always live on.

I am proud to welcome Judy Baar Topinka into this year’s distinguished Hall of Fame class.

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Filed Under: Honors and Awards, Media

Meaghan Hart | CAHME Awards Program

March 22, 2021

The Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME) is proud to announce the winners of the 6th Annual CAHME Awards Program.

Meaghan Hart, MHA Candidate (Johns Hopkins University) is the recipient of the 2021CAHME/Judy Baar Topinka Foundation Scholarship.

To learn more about the CAHME Awards, join us at our virtual booth during the ACHE Congress from March 22-25, 2021, or visit us at CAHME.ORG.

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