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Elgin Community College student Kamron Witt

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Meet Kamron Witt

Elgin Community College (ECC) student Kamron Witt of West Chicago, Illinois, said he found his interest in Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) by accident.

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Career Fields in Health Professions at ECC

At Elgin Community College (ECC), there are 18 different programs in the health professions available to students to explore and find what area they gravitate to most.

ECC culinary arts alum with Gordon Ramsay on the set of

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The Cook’s Tale

Zach Laidlaw, a 2024 “Next Level Chef” television series finalist, began his culinary journey at just 13 years old in his hometown of Burlington, Illinois.

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Seigles’ gift offers full-ride, mentoring to ECC students

The Elgin Community College Foundation is dedicated to empowering students and strengthening the local community. This commitment inspired ECC Foundation Board Member and Secretary Robin Seigle and her husband, Mark Seigle, to establish the Seigle Scholar Program this fall. Their gift of $500,000 for the program is one of the largest the college has ever received.

Former Elgin Community College President David Sam, PhD, JD, LLM

Administrator Profile

Reflections and Vision: Q&A with Outgoing ECC President

Outgoing Elgin Community College President David Sam, PhD, JD, LLM, led the institution through 17 ½ years of growth and achievement from 2007 through 2024. Originally from Ghana, Dr. Sam’s journey in higher education began with a dream to study at the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy, which he pursued with determination. Under his leadership, the college saw significant increases in degree completion, a reduction in student loan debt, and major campus improvements.

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Meet Nolan Wright

When Elgin Community College (ECC) student Nolan Wright took environmental science his senior year of high school, he found his career path. As an animal and outdoor lover, Wright enrolled in ECC’s energy management program in the fall of 2024.

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From Student to Staff: Jay Conglis

Jay Conglis, a senior graphic designer at Elgin Community College (ECC), didn’t have a linear path to higher education. He attended ECC on two separate occasions, with two universities mixed in. He first came to ECC after high school for familiar reasons; it was a local school where he could save some money while attending. After two years, Conglis earned his Associate of Arts degree and transferred to Illinois State University (ISU) as a fine arts major.

Going to College

Upskilling Yourself at Elgin Community College

In today’s job market, adding new skills or advancing ones you already have can be the key to staying competitive and achieving personal goals. This is where Elgin Community College shines–not only is it affordable and accessible but it also offers a diverse range of upskilling programs like skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, health care, and more.

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Four Elgin Community College Scholars Awarded Scholarships

Three Elgin Community College (ECC) students and a recent graduate received scholarships totaling $ 4,000 from the Elgin Hispanic Network (EHN) earlier this month.

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Celebrate the Holiday Season at the Elgin Community College Arts Center

This past year, the Elgin Community College (ECC) Arts Center celebrated 30 years of providing year-round performances of all kinds to the college and community. Concluding this special year are two returning holiday-themed shows.