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43rd Annual Landscape and Garden Day

The Illinois Central College Horticulture program will host the 43rd Annual Landscape and Garden Day on Saturday, September 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the ICC Horticulture Land Lab on the East Peoria Campus. This free event is open to the public. Admissions staff will be available to assist students interested in a career in horticulture. Landscape and Garden Day at ICC is one of my favorite events of the year. Corinne Brown, Associate Dean of Agriculture and

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Significant Increase in Enrollment for Fall Semester

Illinois Central College (ICC) is thrilled to announce an increase in student enrollment for the fall 2024 semester. As of August 19, the first day of classes, 8,008 students have joined the ICC community—a 5.1% increase from last fall. We’ve also seen a 3.8% jump in credit hours, with students enrolling in 2,416 more hours than last year. Enrollment has experienced growth across all student populations, including a 10% increase in students of color. The growth in the number of

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Women's Volleyball Team Shines On and Off the Court Winning the AVCA Team Academic Award

The Illinois Central College (ICC) women's volleyball team has scored another impressive achievement, earning the prestigious American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Team Academic Award for the 2023-24 school year. This award is presented to volleyball teams that excel not just in their sport, but in their academics as well. To qualify, the entire team maintained an impressive grade-point average of 3.3 or higher on a 4.0 scale, showing that they are as dedicated to their studies as they are to

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FASFA Frustrations? Join Us for Expert Help and Free Pizza

Are you struggling with delays in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) process? You're not alone. The 2024-2025 FAFSA rollout has been challenging, with technical difficulties causing confusion and frustration for many students and their families. To help you navigate this, ICC is stepping up with extra support. "We are committed to supporting our students through any challenges they face, including the recent FAFSA delays." Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, ICC President From August 6-8 and August 12-15, you can

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New Programs and Innovative Technology Showcased at Press Conference

Illinois Central College (ICC) is launching several new programs and cutting-edge technologies designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's rapidly changing job market. At a press conference held on July 9, Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey, President of ICC, outlined the college's commitment to using technology and innovation to meet the needs of students and local businesses. We are committed to finding innovative ways to make an impact on the Central Illinois community by filling

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New Prison Education Program: the First in the Nation to Be Approved

Illinois Central College (ICC), the Federal Correctional Institute (FCI) in Pekin, and the U.S. Department of Education (ED) are partnering to offer a new prison education program (PEP) for incarcerated individuals. ICC is proud to offer the first new PEP in a federal facility approved by ED. This program will provide students who are incarcerated the opportunity to use Federal Pell Grants to access postsecondary education. ICC President Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey expressed the college’s enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “ICC

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NSF Grant Supports STEM Talent in Innovative Water Analysis Program

Illinois Central College (ICC) was awarded $349,397 in grant funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for an Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program called Creating a Workforce Pipeline of STEM Technicians Through Water Analysis. "This project gives ICC a great opportunity to conduct applied research with our students and provide sound data to area farmers and agencies about cost-effective nutrient loss reduction strategies." Pete Fandel, ICC professor of agriculture The three-year grant will create a pathway for students to enter

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Investing in the Future: ICC Partners to Expand IT Job Opportunities in Central Illinois

The US Economic Development Administration announced this morning that Illinois Central College was the recipient of nearly $15 million to develop an IT certification ecosystem in Central Illinois. This grant comes as part of the American Rescue Plan to develop training programs that support local economies and place an additional 50,000 workers in quality jobs. "We could not be more excited about what the Good Jobs grant will mean to Central Illinois. This nearly $15 million in resources will allow

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Empowering Communities: ICC's Federal Grant to Create Jobs and Improve Facilities

Illinois Central College, with support from Congressman Darin LaHood, announces the awarding of a $911,900 grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA). ICC will use the investment to enhance student learning through the support of campus projects and upgrades on the East Peoria and Pekin campuses. The investment will be matched with $521,177 in local funds and is expected to create 100+ jobs and generate $2 million in private investment. “We are so pleased to have secured this critical

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Driving Change: ICC's Leadership in Racial Justice and Equity Rewarded Nationally

Illinois Central College (ICC) is proud to announce it is the national winner of the 2020 Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Charles Kennedy Equity Award. The award was announced during the Annual ACCT Association Awards presentation on Thursday, October 8, in conjunction with the 51st Annual ACCT Leadership Congress. “We are humbled to be recognized at the national level for our efforts and commitment to equity for our students, our employees and our community." ICC President, Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey

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