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Illinois Central College Supports Central Illinois Students Struggling with FAFSA Delays
Illinois Central College (ICC) is extending its hours to support students who are experiencing delays with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The 2024-2025 FAFSA rollout has faced significant issues, including delays and technical di...
Aug 6, 2024, 4:02pm EDT
Press Conference: Illinois Central College Announces New Programs and Demonstrates Innovative Technology
Illinois Central College (ICC) is holding a press conference to announce the launch of several new programs in high-demand fields and demonstrate innovative technology used in the classroom to give students the skills local businesses need. Date: Tues...
Jul 8, 2024, 3:53pm EDT
Former Illinois Central College Board Member Dr. Bettsey Barhorst Receives ICCTA Certificate of Merit Award
Illinois Central College (ICC) is proud to announce Dr. Bettsey Barhorst, a former board member and long-serving advocate for community colleges, was honored with the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Certificate of Merit Award at...
Jun 10, 2024, 10:23am EDT
Illinois Central College Names Michael Unes as Vice President of Institutional Advancement
Illinois Central College (ICC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Unes as its new Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Unes brings over 25 years of distinguished leadership experience in public service, fundraising, and non-profi...
Jun 3, 2024, 10:00am EDT
Standard & Poor's Increases Illinois Central College Bond Rating to AA+
Standard and Poor's Global Ratings increased the bond rating for Illinois Central College (ICC) to AA+ with a stable outlook in a report issued May 15. ICC is one of only two community colleges in the state of Illinois with an AA+ rating from Standard ...
May 17, 2024, 12:02pm EDT
Illinois Central College Celebrates 1,920 Graduates at 2024 Commencement Ceremony
Illinois Central College (ICC) held its 2024 commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 11 to celebrate 1,920 graduates who earned more than 2,083 credentials. Students, their families, college employees, and community members attended the ceremony at the ...
May 13, 2024, 10:25am EDT
Media Advisory: Illinois Central College Hosts 2024 Commencement Ceremony
Illinois Central College will celebrate 1,944 graduates with a commencement ceremony held at the Peoria Civic Center and livestreamed at icc.edu/commencement. The public and media are welcome to attend. Speakers include ICC President Dr. Sheila Quir...
May 8, 2024, 10:00am EDT
Illinois Central College Welcomes Community to Campus for Experience ICC Open House
Illinois Central College is welcoming hundreds of local high school students and community members to campus for their annual Experience ICC Open House. Attendees will explore over 150 programs of study, learn about scholarships and financial aid, meet...
Apr 8, 2024, 8:00am EDT
Illinois Central College Joins Community College Month Campaign to Draw Attention to the Community in Community College
Illinois Central College (ICC) is joining community colleges across the country this April in celebrating Community College Month, a grassroots education campaign coordinated by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) to improve awareness ...
Apr 3, 2024, 12:55pm EDT
Illinois Central College Announces Outcomes of $14.2 Million IT Workforce Accelerator Grant
Illinois Central College (ICC) recently announced outcomes of the IT Workforce Accelerator program funded by a $14.2 million U.S. Economic Development Administration grant received by Bradley University, Eureka College, and ICC in 2022. The program ...
Mar 27, 2024, 11:00am EDT