Partnerships Focused on Equity and Diversity

Elgin Community College is recognized nationally for its outstanding initiatives in equity and inclusion. In addition, we are also an Aspen Prize Top 25 Institution. We are part of many collaborative projects to ensure that we are part of the efforts to strive for greater diversity in higher education. We are also part of the national effort to help more community college students succeed. We use a student-centered institutional improvement model focused on creating a culture of evidence where data and inquiry drive broad-based institutional efforts to close achievement gaps and improve student outcomes.

Institutional Partnerships

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Look at the collaborative projects that impact organizational quality, performance issues, and local workforce needs.

Achieving the Dream

Achieving the Dream believes its mission is urgent, and the stakes for success have never been higher. Our country’s future requires strengthening our communities by relentlessly addressing systemic inequities within higher education to increase social and economic mobility for all students and families. We’re leading America’s largest community college network, working to become a solid student and community growth engine. Read the latest report and learn more about the Achieving the Dream initiative at Elgin Community College.

Alliance for College and Career Student Success

The ACCSS includes members from Elgin Community College District 509 and its public school districts, Community Unit School District 300, Central District 301, St. Charles School District 303, and Unit District 46. This group brings together high school and college constituencies to address the preparedness of area high school students to compete and succeed in college. Read the latest report and learn more about the Alliance for College and Career Student Success. 

The Center for Global Engagement at ECC

We warmly welcome students from more than 25 countries. Studying abroad increases global awareness and cultural competency and boosts your resume in a competitive global marketplace. We offer study abroad and faculty exchange programs and participate in international education in professional associations, the community, and at national and international levels. Learn more about International Education Programs

Illinois Community College Diversity Commission

ECC is an institutional member of ICCDC. The mission of the Illinois Community College Diversity Commission is to advocate for Illinois community college diversity, equity, and inclusion practitioners in their effort to create strategic objectives to advance their campus diversity effort and address issues that impact community college stakeholders from diverse populations.

Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

ECC is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The HACU works to promote the development of member colleges and universities. They improve access to and quality post-secondary educational opportunities for Hispanic students. As a member institution, we are proud to meet the needs of business, industry, and government by developing and sharing resources, information, and expertise with the community. A Hispanic-serving institution is defined in federal law as an accredited, degree-granting, public or private nonprofit institution of higher education with 25 percent or more total undergraduate Hispanic full-time equivalent student enrollment. 

Illinois Equity in Attainment - ILEA

The college sets plans and engages in initiatives that address equity, diversity, and inclusion among students and employees. After comprehensively analyzing institutional data and identifying obstacles students face, ECC developed an Equity Plan containing seven strategies and annual growth targets. We will share progress updates publicly over five years. Review the ILEA Equity Plan for Elgin Community College 

Student Learning Outcomes Assessment

The college places student learning as a top priority; assessment becomes critical in helping the college fulfill its educational mission. The Assessment Department plans, organizes, supports, and documents assessment activities throughout the college. ECC works to improve student learning and strengthen its curriculum and services through collaboration between faculty. Learn more about Student Learning Outcomes Assessment at Elgin Community College

TRiO

TRiO programs are U.S. Department of Education grants designed to identify and provide services to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. The ECC TRiO programs serve low-income individuals, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities to progress through the academic pipeline from middle school to post-secondary programs. Learn about the Trio Programs at Elgin Community College

TRIUMPH 

Transforming and Impacting Undergraduate Men Pursuing Higher Education (TRIUMPH) is a retention and mentorship program for students who are often the first in their families to enroll in college and work toward a college degree or certificate. The program is designed to increase the number of men of color who graduate by providing increased student services, academic support, community service projects, and mentoring for male students of color. Learn about the Triumph Program at Elgin Community College

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act

WIOA is designed to help job seekers access employment, education, training, and support services. These services, funded through the Kane County Department of Employment and Education, help individuals succeed in the labor market and match employers with the skilled workers they need to compete in the global economy. Eligible youth ages 16 to 24 participate through our Future Workforce Leaders Program and Job Search Help Program. Learn more about the Workforce Development Division at Elgin Community College