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Community members at a resource fair
Published 04/16/2025

Thriving After 55 Resource Fair Empowers Community Members to Live Vibrantly

Embrace life beyond 55 and discover new ways to thrive! The Thriving After 55 Resource Fair invites community members to a day of connection, education, and inspiration on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm at 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL. (Building J – Event Center).

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A student's journey with McGregory Gamez
Academics | Accomplishment | Student Profile
Published 04/10/2025

From geologist to caregiver: A student’s journey

For McGregory Gamez, life has been a journey of transformation and resilience. A geologist from Venezuela, Gamez arrived in the United States seeking a fresh start. At ECC, he found the support he needed to chart a new path.

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HSI - ECC Graduation
Announcement | Student Resources
Published 04/10/2025

ECC is committed to our Latinx community

In August 2024, ECC launched its Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Strategic Planning Process. The plan, guided by a diverse steering team, will name key initiatives to strengthen support for Latinx students.

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Fast Track Programs - Phlebotomy Technician
Academics | Student Resources
Published 04/10/2025

Fast-track programs can accelerate your career

Looking to jump-start your career quickly? Elgin Community College offers several programs that can be completed in less than a year, helping you gain valuable skills and enter the workforce faster.

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Two people talking at a job fair
Published 04/08/2025

Elgin Community College hosts Hire Spartans Job Fair on April 29

Elgin Community College invites the community to explore career opportunities at the Hire Spartans Job Fair. The event will take place from 9 am to 12 pm on Tuesday, April 29, at 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, Ill., in the Building J, Events Center.

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Women's History Month Author Event
Published 03/27/2025

Author Meg Bucaro Closes Out Women’s History Month at Elgin Community College

Throughout March, Elgin Community College (ECC) has held many different events, activities, and discussions in honor of Women’s History Month. To conclude the monthlong celebration, Meg Bucaro, author of “Put Your Big Girl Pants On….And Other Power Moves,” came to share key insights into her book, share personal stories about what drove her to write it, and answer questions.

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Experience ECC
Events | Student Resources
Published 03/17/2025

‘Experience ECC’ through campus tours and open house

Elgin Community College (ECC) is hosting its annual Experience ECC open house. This free event will allow community members and prospective students to learn about ECC’s degree and certificate programs. Attendees will connect with faculty members and explore programs, dive into tours based on their interests, and learn about getting involved on campus.

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From left to right: Mark Seigle; Robin Seigle, former ECC foundation board member and secretary; ECC students Maria Salgado, Demettri Rohn, and Jonathan “Jonny” Buckheister; Susan Taylor-Demming, executive director of institutional advancement and the ECC Foundation; and ECC Interim President Peggy Heinrich, EdD.
Announcement | Foundation | Student Resources
Published 03/14/2025

Applications Now Open for New Seigle Scholar Program at Elgin Community College

For the second year, the new Seigle Scholar Program at Elgin Community College (ECC) is accepting applications from high school seniors and first-year college students. This marks the first full-ride scholarship opportunity available through the ECC Foundation for prospective and current ECC students.

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