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Cil Paves Her IT Path with Gold

Cil was always passionate about technology but wasn’t sure if college was the right option for her. After high school, she planned to start with a minimum-wage, entry-level job. That… Read more »

December 02, 2024


Andrea Finds Direction Through Once-in-a-Lifetime Mentorship

When it was time for Andrea to choose a career path, she knew she wanted to combine her deep love for sustainable agriculture, rooted in her upbringing on a small… Read more »

December 02, 2024


Apprenticeship Signing and Recognition Day

Illinois Central College (ICC) hosted its annual Apprenticeship Signing and Recognition Day on Tuesday, November 19, at the Peoria campus. Twenty-seven students who are starting apprenticeships signed contracts with their… Read more »

November 19, 2024


Electrical Apprenticeship Supercharges André’s Career

André always dreamed of finishing college—not just for himself but to inspire his young daughters. Life had other plans for the first-generation college student, though. He left school to provide… Read more »

November 18, 2024


Cara Forges New Opportunity with Machine Tool Technology Apprenticeship

After earning her GED, Cara knew she wanted a career in the trades, but didn’t want to follow the path she saw many of her peers take—spending years and racking… Read more »

November 18, 2024


Machining Apprenticeship Manufactures Career Path for Jesus

After graduating high school, Jesus started his career at Liberty Steel with a clear plan: work hard, save money, and eventually study mechanical engineering. A year into his job, he… Read more »

November 18, 2024


ICC Launches Kimah’s IT Career with Life-Changing Apprenticeship

Kimah’s love for language led her to earn a bachelor’s degree in linguistics and spend years teaching English overseas. But despite her dedication, she felt deeply unfulfilled. While living in… Read more »

November 18, 2024


ICC Participates in Classroom to Career Summit at the White House

ICC was invited to participate for its IT Workforce Accelerator and Employ Central Illinois initiatives On November 13, 2024, Illinois Central College President Dr. Sheila Quirk-Bailey participated in the Biden-Harris… Read more »

November 14, 2024


Alumni Honored at Annual Community Celebration

The Illinois Central College (ICC) Educational Foundation announced the winners of the 2024 alumni awards during the annual Community Celebration event on Tuesday, October 29, at the Peoria Civic Center…. Read more »

October 30, 2024


Ben’s Helpful Heart Leads to Career Calling

Growing up in Morton, Illinois, Ben was deeply influenced by his grandparents, whose love and guidance shaped his values of discipline and community service. His experiences in soccer and achieving… Read more »

October 07, 2024