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Illinois Central College Celebrates Community College Month, Highlighting Regional Impact and Student Opportunity
Illinois Central College (ICC) is proud to join community colleges nationwide this April in celebrating Community College Month, an annual campaign led by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) to improve awareness of the economic, academ...
Apr 1, 2026, 9:00am EDT
Dr. Jamonica Rolle Selected as New President of Illinois Central College
The Illinois Central College Board of Trustees has selected Dr. Jamonica Rolle (pronounced 'role') as the College's next president following a comprehensive national search. Dr. Rolle will assume the role on July 1 and will lead ICC's continued advance...
Mar 23, 2026, 11:29am EDT
Campus Housing at Illinois Central College to Reopen in August After Sale to Local Ownership Group
Illinois Central College announced that the ICC Educational Foundation has completed the sale of the college's campus housing properties, paving the way for student residences to reopen to ICC students beginning in August. The residences were purch...
Mar 18, 2026, 9:48am EDT
Illinois Central College Announces Three Presidential Finalists
Illinois Central College has named three distinguished higher education leaders as finalists in the search for the College's next president, marking a pivotal step in selecting the institution's future leader. Following a comprehensive national sea...
Mar 2, 2026, 11:11am EST
Illinois Central College Announces Community Open Forums with Presidential Finalists
Following a comprehensive and competitive search process, the Illinois Central College Presidential Search Committee has selected three distinguished finalists in the national search for the College's next president and will host public forums to engag...
Feb 23, 2026, 10:18am EST
Illinois Central College Hosts Hands-On Ready to Work Expo Showcasing High-Demand Career Pathways
Illinois Central College will welcome hundreds of local high school students and community members to its East Peoria campus for the annual Ready to Work Expo, a two-day event highlighting high-demand, higher-wage career opportunities that support Cent...
Feb 18, 2026, 9:00am EST
Illinois Central College Appoints Angie Hummels as Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Recruiting
Illinois Central College (ICC) has appointed Angie Hummels as Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Recruiting, bringing a seasoned Central Illinois communications leader to advance enrollment and strengthen the College's connection to the r...
Feb 10, 2026, 9:00am EST
Illinois Central College to Celebrate Five Standout Alumni at 2026 Athletics Hall of Fame Induction
Illinois Central College (ICC) will induct five former student-athletes into its Athletics Hall of Fame, honoring alumni whose achievements helped shape Cougar athletics and left a lasting impact on the Central Illinois community. The ceremony will tak...
Feb 5, 2026, 9:00am EST
Illinois Central College Invites Prospective Students and Families to Campus Visit Days
Illinois Central College (ICC) invites prospective students and their families to step onto campus and explore what college life can look like during a series of Campus Visit Days this spring. Designed to help students make confident, informed decis...
Jan 27, 2026, 10:54am EST
ICC Educational Foundation Receives $250,000 Donation from Philippi-Hagenbuch
The Illinois Central College Educational Foundation has received a $250,000 donation from Philippi-Hagenbuch, providing a significant investment in the long-term strength of the College and establishing the newly named Philippi-Hagenbuch Welding Lab. T...
Dec 16, 2025, 9:00am EST