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Students working in the chemistry lab
Oct 17th, 2023
OCC Spring Registration Ongoing
Spring registration is now open at Olney Central College. Call 618-395-7777 to schedule an appointment with an advisor. New students can apply online for free at www.iecc.edu/apply. The Spring 2024 schedule is available at www.iecc.edu/schedules.
A Lincoln Trail College student hands out candy during Trunk or Treat at the Trail
Oct 16th, 2023
Trunk or Treat at the Trail set for October 26
One of Lincoln Trail College’s most popular community events is returning this year. Trunk or Treat at the Trail takes place from 4-6 p.m. on October 26, 2023, in the large parking lot at the College. “This is a really fun event for everybody,” says Lincoln Trail College Coordinator of Marketing and Public Information Chris Forde. “We really enjoy providing the community a safe and fun place where families can trick or treat.”
A group of LTC students enjoying a campus event
Oct 16th, 2023
LTC Plans Senior Day Event
Lincoln Trail College will welcome high school seniors to the College on October 25. The Senior Day event will give seniors more information about LTC. “We want to make this a fun and engaging event for our area seniors,” says Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Director of Enrollment Management Andrea Loll. “We’re planning some unique activities to showcase how Lincoln Trail College is a great choice for area students.”
Photo of band performing
Oct 13th, 2023
OCC Jazz and Concert Bands to Perform October 25
The Olney Central College Music Department’s Jazz and Concert bands will present their fall concert at 7 p.m. on Oct. 25 in the Dr. John D. Stull Performing Arts Center. The bands are under the direction of OCC Director of Bands Wade Baker. The Concert Band will perform pieces by renowned composers Richard Saucedo, Frank Ticheli and Brian Balmages while the Jazz Band will dazzle the audience with selections from the legendary Duke Ellington.
Photo of student painting
Oct 11th, 2023
High School Students! Register Now for Fine Arts Day!
Olney Central College will host its first Fine Arts Day from noon to 2 p.m. on Oct. 27.
Steps to Success graphic
Oct 4th, 2023
IECC Launches Steps to Success Campaign
Frontier Community, Lincoln Trail, Olney Central and Wabash Valley colleges are simplifying scholarship awards for incoming high school students with Steps to Success.   “We are streamlining the process to make it as easy as possible for parents and students, so it is less daunting for everyone involved,” said Krystle Riggle, Illinois Eastern Community Colleges Director of Financial Aid. “This is something we have all been working toward that will be a great benefit to our students.”  
Elaine Hasty teaches a Spanish class in a Synchronous Lecture Hall at Lincoln Trail College
Sep 21st, 2023
IECC Receives $719,381 Grant to Expand Access to Education Through Synchronous Lecture Halls
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges (IECC) is pleased to announce the receipt of a $719,381 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students across its multi-college system. The grant will fund the creation of 12 state-of-the-art Synchronous Lecture Halls, designed to connect students to faculty members and educational programs at different geographic locations.
A logo for the IECC Adult Education Program
Sep 21st, 2023
IECC Celebrates Adult Education and Family Literacy Awareness Week
September 18th through September 22nd, 2023 is Adult Education and Family Literacy week. The Illinois Eastern Community College Adult Education Program is committed to helping students succeed and strengthen their communities.