Illinois Central College

Illinois Central College agriculture students earned top honors at both the Illinois Professional Agricultural Students (PAS) State Conference and the National PAS Competition, demonstrating strong technical knowledge, career preparation, and teamwork across multiple agricultural disciplines. Twenty-two ICC students competed at the Illinois PAS Conference held February 12 at Heartland Community College in Normal, Illinois. Students completed written tests, solved applied problems, identified specimens, and delivered presentations across a wide range of agricultural specialty areas while competing against students from both community colleges and four-year universities. ICC students earned seven state championships in individual and team competitions.

Illinois Central College students earned top honors at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference held February 27-28 at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois. Eleven ICC students competed in presentations and competency tests across a range of business disciplines. Their strong performance resulted in multiple top finishes across competitive events and qualified each participant to advance to the national competition.

The Illinois Central College Livestock Judging Team earned top honors at the North Central Meat Animal Evaluation Contest held February 16-17 at Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana, placing 2nd Overall among seven colleges and universities and 97 individual competitors. The contest challenges students from both two-year colleges and four-year universities to apply industry knowledge in multiple areas of livestock and carcass evaluation. Participants estimate carcass merit and market value for beef, swine, and sheep; evaluate breeding animals based on structural and genetic merit; and analyze carcasses in a meats evaluation division. Students also answer questions from contest officials to demonstrate their reasoning and decision-making.

The Illinois Central College Livestock Judging Team delivered a standout performance at the prestigious All-East Contest, hosted by Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. ICC students demonstrated excellence in livestock evaluation across three contests: Market Animal Evaluation, Breeding Animal Selection, and Livestock Judging.

Through Illinois Central College's HVAC program and the Workforce Empowerment Initiative, Dakota found the opportunity to pursue a career that's meaningful, hands-on, and built for long-term success. Support from ICC instructors and staff helped him stay focused and confident as he worked toward his goals. Read Dakota's full story to see how he's turning ambition into action one step at a time.

After surviving a severe car accident, Jamie enrolled in the Social Work program at ICC to find a new direction and discovered more than she imagined. At ICC, she found a safe, supportive space where she could heal, grow, and dream again. With encouragement from her instructors and classmates, Jamie rebuilt her confidence and found her calling in helping others. Now, she's using everything she's learned to turn her own journey into hope for someone else's. Read her story.

Illinois Central College congratulates students who earned President's List honors during the Fall 2025 semester. President's List recognition is achieved with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Congratulations to these distinguished scholars on earning this impressive academic achievement.

Illinois Central College congratulates students who earned President's List honors during the Spring 2025 semester. President's List recognition is achieved with a perfect 4.0 grade point average. Congratulations to these distinguished scholars on earning this impressive academic achievement.

Illinois Central College congratulates students who earned Dean's List honors during the Fall 2025 semester. Dean's List recognition is earned with a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.99. Congratulations to these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.

Illinois Central College congratulates students who earned Dean's List honors during the Spring 2025 semester. Dean's List recognition is earned with a grade point average between 3.5 and 3.99. Congratulations to these distinguished scholars on earning this academic achievement.

The Illinois Central College women's softball team capped a phenomenal 2024-25 season with a return to the NJCAA Division II World Series-reaffirming their place among the nation's elite. After a fierce battle in the elimination bracket, the No. 13 seeded Cougars fell 3-1 to No. 8 seeded Phoenix College, ending their World Series run but cementing a legacy of resilience and teamwork.

The sixth-ranked Illinois Central College Men's Golf team made history last week with a best-ever National Runner-Up finish at the NJCAA National Championship, held at Swan Lake Resort in Indiana. The Cougars battled through four intense rounds of play, holding steady near the top of the leaderboard and ultimately finishing just one stroke behind three-time champion Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Illinois Central College is pleased to welcome the newly elected members of the 2025 Student Government Association Executive Board and Student Trustee. Officially installed at this year's Student Leadership Awards, these student leaders will represent the voice of the student body and help shape the future of ICC.

Illinois Central College proudly recognizes Emily Bandy as the 2025 Transfer Degree Student of the Year for her exceptional academic performance, leadership, and service. A Pre-Medicine student, Emily has excelled in a rigorous course load while actively shaping campus life and pursuing meaningful work in the healthcare field.

Kaylin Turner has been named Illinois Central College's 2025 Applied Science Student of the Year in recognition of her exceptional academic performance, leadership, and dedication to the field of horticulture.

Illinois Central College would like to congratulate the six students who attended the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Regional Convention and Honors Institute held from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Lincoln Land Community College in Springfield, Illinois.

Seven Illinois Central College students were selected for Phi Theta Kappa's 2024 Distinguished Chapter Officer Team. These exceptional students were honored on stage at PTK Catalyst, Phi Theta Kappa's premier annual event, on April 4-6 in Orlando, Florida.

Illinois Central College extends sincere congratulations to four ICC students who were recently selected by the Illinois Soybean Association to comprise its very first mentee cohort for the Growing Careers in Ag mentorship experience.

Graduates completed their respective program requirements at Illinois Central College during the Spring 2022 semester. Congratulations on your accomplishment and best wishes for your future. Official diplomas will be mailed to your address on file at the College within the next four weeks.

Graduates completed their respective program requirements at Illinois Central College during the Spring 2020 semester. Congratulations on your accomplishment and best wishes for your future. Official diplomas will be mailed to your address on file at the College within the next four weeks.

Illinois Central College welcomes students to the Spring 2022 semester. We are glad you are here and we look forward to helping you build your future. Thanks for making ICC your "Smart Choice."