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Illinois Valley Community College in Oglesby will host a dedication ceremony on campus at 2 p.m. May 21 honoring the lasting impact of former chemistry professor Bob Byrne, whose influence on students and environmental science education continues more than two decades after his retirement. This ceremony will take place at Byrne’s garden near the gym....
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With construction of the agriculture building in full swing, students will continue to see progress on the Dr. Alfred E. Wisgaski Agricultural building.The building, which is being constructed on the south edge of the campus, is named after the former late Dr. Alfred E. Wisgaski who was a former president here at Illinois Valley Community...
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The Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College has approved a tuition and fee increase of $8 per credit hour, effective from the Summer 2026 term, along with various course fee changes for Fiscal Year 2027. Tuition rates will rise from $132.60 to $138.60 per credit hour. The universal fee will go up by...
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The Illinois Valley Community College Board of Trustees held its final meeting of the 2025–2026 school year on April. 21, 2026. The evening began with acknowledging individuals who were unable to attend, as well as honored guests and faculty. The first individual recognized was Lincoln Pross for his distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College.
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International students at Illinois Valley Community College pay significantly more in tuition than domestic students, reflecting a disparity that exists across higher education. Here at IVCC, international student tuition, according to 2025 credit hour costs, is $14,688.60 compared to domestic students of $5,295.74. The numbers used help represent tuition an
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The Illinois Valley Community College softball team is gaining momentum at the right time, pushing its record to 15–8 overall and extending its current winning streak to six games. The Eagles continued their strong play by going 4–0 against four different opponents during the tournament they hosted at Peck Park in Ottawa on April 11–12,...
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Hello Eagles! Since this will be my last column as your 2025-2026 Student Trustee, I want to say thank you. To all of the students I met in my past two years at IVCC, my journey has been shaped by you. Each individual encouraged me to see different perspectives. I would also like to thank...
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Final exams begin Thursday, May 7 and end on Tuesday, May 12 for most classes, with separate times slated for Saturday, evening and online courses. Instructors must submit final grades by 10 a.m. May 14, and students are able to access their grades in Self Service later that afternoon. Graduation is scheduled for Saturday, May...
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My name is Jacy Miller, and I’m honored to serve as your Student Trustee this year. I decided to run because I wanted to continue the work I began in Student Government. Last semester, I served as the Freshman Student Representative, and that experience showed me how much I enjoy advocating for students and staying...
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For many college students, support programs such as Project Success are more than just resources: they’re lifelines that make higher education possible. That’s why recent reporting about proposed federal cuts to key student‑aid programs has sparked growing concern on campuses, including our own. Recent reporting from Education Week highlights that President
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