Illinois Central College

Illinois Central College proudly recognizes the winners of the 2026 Student Writing Contest for their outstanding creativity, research, and written expression. This year's first-place winners included Gracie Brinker in Creative Writing, Shephrah Foster in Documented Research, Mercy Dringinberg in Poetry, and Jessica Deininger in the Paul Simon Essay Contest.

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 Campus Activities Board has been named Illinois Central College's 2026 Student Organization of the Year for its dedication to creating engaging and inclusive experiences for students. Through campus events, themed activities, and community-building programs, CAB has helped strengthen student involvement while creating a welcoming and connected campus environment.

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

Illinois Central College is pleased to welcome the newly elected members of the 2026-2027 Student Government Association Executive Board and Student Trustee. Officially installed during this year's Student Leadership Awards, the leadership team includes Student Trustee Alberto Sepulveda, President Nathan Ninnam, Vice-President Internal Kayla Young, and External Vice-President Eve Nwankwo.

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.

Mary-Claire Murray has been named Illinois Central College's 2026 Transfer Degree Student of the Year in recognition of her leadership, professionalism, and commitment to serving others. As a Student Ambassador in the Admissions Office, Mary-Claire has helped prospective students and families feel welcomed and supported while representing ICC with confidence and positivity. Her involvement in campus life, including Cru, reflects her passion for building meaningful connections across the college community.

Sage Bollenbach has been named Illinois Central College's 2026 Transfer Degree Student of the Year for his leadership, resilience, and dedication to service. A Student Ambassador and participant in the Disney College Program, Sage has made a lasting impact through his professionalism, strong work ethic, and commitment to helping others. His volunteer work with OSF Children's Hospital of Illinois and mentoring experience at Bloom Community School further reflects his passion for leadership and community involvement.

Smiles, Strength, and Second Chances: Kaylin's Path to Dental Hygiene After starting her college journey through Dual Credit and enrolling full-time at Illinois Central College, Kaylin began turning her passion for oral health into a career focused on confidence and care. Following a life-changing car accident and months of recovery, she returned to ICC with determination and resilience. With support from Counseling Services, her advisor and coach, and her campus community, Kaylin is once again moving forward toward her goal. Read Kaylin's full story to see how perseverance and support helped her reclaim her path.

Discovering Possibility Through Design: Sasha's Journey at ICC Through Illinois Central College, Sasha built a strong foundation for her future in graphic design after moving from South Carolina to Illinois and graduating from a private high school. Starting early with Dual Credit classes, she eased her transition into college life and created a smoother path into full-time coursework. Support from instructors and supervisors, along with hands-on experience through a campus job, helped Sasha grow her confidence and see how versatile graphic design can be. Read Sasha's full story to see how ICC helped her balance work and school while preparing for her next step at Bob Jones University.

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 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 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."