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WVC’s Career and Technical Education Programs Prepare Students for Jobs

Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares individuals for high-skilled, in-demand employment that furthers Illinois’ global competitiveness. Last year, roughly two-thirds (62.2%) of all Illinois community college graduates earned a CTE degree or certificate. CTE programs offer flexible scheduling, work-based learning, and stackable credentials that... Read More.

PSB Test dates set for three RLC Allied Health programs

Testing dates are set for students interested in three of Rend Lake College’s popular Allied Health programs this spring. Those interested in the Medical Assistant, Nursing, and Radiologic Technology programs can take the entrance exams early to complete their applications. The entrance exam, called the... Read More.
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September Programs at Beall Woods State Park

Working on a leaf collection or interested in learning how to identify the different trees in our area? Tree identification hikes will be held at Beall Woods State Park on Saturday, September 2nd and 9th. Please meet at the park's visitor center at 9am.... Read More.

Serve Illinois Announces $17.5 Million For AmeriCorps Programs

The Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) today announced $17.5 million in Corporation for National and Community Service federal grants to place 1,671 AmeriCorps Members in 39 programs to serve Illinois communities.  This is an increase of $1.9 million over... Read More.
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Agriculture Secretary Perdue Reminds Farmers, Families and Small Businesses in Arkansas, Illinois, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Texas that USDA Offers Disaster Assistance Programs to Help

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue reminds farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses that were affected by the recent severe storms and flooding that USDA has several programs that provide assistance before, during and after disasters. USDA staff in the regional, State and county offices... Read More.

RLC Agriculture programs host 41st annual event

Eight students and one community member were honored during the 41st Annual Agriculture Banquet at Rend Lake College last week. Faculty and staff celebrated the end of another successful year for the five agriculture programs alongside students, graduates and family. During the banquet, numerous students... Read More.
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CTE Programs Play a Vital Role in Meeting Workforce Demands

SIC diesel technology instructor Ralph Boots fired up the diesel engine for area high school students interested in the program during SIC’s Applied Technology Spotlight Day in December. Southeastern Illinois College joins with community colleges throughout the state to celebrate Career and Technical Education... Read More.