Education

Illinois Lawmakers Back Bill Allowing Community Colleges to Offer 4-Year Degrees

The bipartisan proposal aims to make college more affordable by expanding access to four-year programs.

Loyola University Breaks Ground on New $250M Academic Building

The six-story, 190,000-square-foot facility will house nursing, forensic sciences, biochemistry, and chemistry programs.

Kaskaskia College Hosts Evening of Arts Fundraiser

College's Fine and Performing Arts students to showcase talents at dinner and concert event.

DeKalb County Receives $110,000 Grant for Early Learning Programs

Funding will support school readiness and family resources over 3 years

Woodridge School District 68 Sees 4.6% Enrollment Increase in 2024-25

Thomas Jefferson Junior High School has the largest enrollment in the district.

Northfield Students, Residents Collaborate to Win Green Grant

Sunset Ridge School's Green Club and local sustainability group Go Green Northfield team up to build a rain garden at the school.

High Schoolers Compete in First-Ever Lake Land College Welding Competition

Top-scoring senior to receive $500 tuition scholarship

Hononegah High School Teacher Reflects on Her Journey

Kelsey Zammuto shares her experience going from student to teacher at her alma mater

Lincoln Middle Math Team Wins Regional Olympiad

Edwardsville students showcase impressive problem-solving and teamwork skills

ETSU's American Marketing Association Wins International Honorable Mention

Student organization recognized for case study on Major League Baseball marketing strategies.

Concert for a Cause 2026 Raises over $24K for Scholarships and Expanded MRI Access

The annual event co-hosted by Southeastern Illinois College and Ferrell Hospital featured Howl at the Moon dueling pianists and raised funds for student scholarships and hospital services.

Concert for a Cause 2026 Raises over $24K for Scholarships and Expanded MRI Access

The annual fundraiser event at Southeastern Illinois College featured Howl at the Moon dueling pianists and supported student scholarships and healthcare services.

SIUE Alumni Host Engaging Events for Prospective Students

Interactive sessions in Chicago and St. Louis help build connections to campus life and support services.

SIUC and Lewis & Clark Community College Sign Transfer Agreement

New partnership expands pathways for community college students to earn four-year degrees at SIUC.

Naperville Student Earns Prestigious Evans Scholarship; DuPage County Plans 250th Anniversary Celebrations

Naperville Central senior awarded $125,000 college scholarship; DuPage to host events honoring U.S. 250th birthday