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Kaskaskia College Announces $1 Million Partnership with Bradford National Bank to Invest in Future Generations
Oct 26
Kaskaskia College and Bradford National Bank are joining forces in a landmark $1 million partnership that will expand educational opportunities, support student success, and create a lasting investment in the future of Southern Illinois. The 15-year agreement includes naming rights to Kaskaskia College's new gymnasium and connected facilities, which will become known as the Bradford National Bank Arena, along with annual financial support for the KC Now Scholarship Program and the establishment of a long-term endowment benefiting future generations of students.
From Welding to What's Next: KC Graduate Builds on Technical Skills Through SIU Partnership
Oct 23
For Jace Kalmer of Germantown, an interest in welding that began in high school has grown into an associate degree, hands-on manufacturing experience, and the opportunity to continue his education at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Kaskaskia College Honors Diagnostic Medical Sonography Graduates at 26th Annual Pinning Ceremony
Oct 23
Kaskaskia College recognized 10 Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DGMS) Program graduates during its 26th annual pinning ceremony on Wednesday, October 7, in the Jane Knight Auditorium on the College's main campus. The celebration highlighted the graduates' academic achievements, including a 100% pass rate on a national certification examination.
Kaskaskia College Sonography Students Achieve 100% Pass Rate on National SPI Exam
Oct 1
Ten Kaskaskia College Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DGMS) students recently passed the Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI) examination, giving the group a 100% pass rate on the national certification exam administered by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees approves Fiscal Year 2027 Budget
Sep 29
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, September 2026, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at the KC Greenville Education Center.
Kaskaskia College Expands Special Education for Area Teachers
Sep 21
Kaskaskia College (KC) is expanding opportunities for area educators to gain the qualifications needed to teach and support students with disabilities while helping local schools address an ongoing shortage of special education teachers.
Kaskaskia College Awarded $6 Million for New KC Manufacturing Academy
Sep 16
Kaskaskia College (KC) has been awarded a $6 million capital grant from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) to construct the new KC Manufacturing Academy, a 37,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advanced manufacturing and industrial trades education and training.
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees Reviews FY2027 Budget, Approves Vandalia Landscaping Artwork Project
Aug 26
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. on the KC main campus. Trustees present included Chairman John W. Bill Hawley (Odin), Louis Kalert (Centralia), Linda Stover (Centralia), Bryan Holthaus (Carlyle), Laura Wedekemper (Shattuc), Craig Finke (Nashville), and Andolini Gray (Student Trustee). Trustee Jim Beasley (Centralia) was absent.
Kaskaskia College Offers Special Saturday Registration and Crisp Manufacturing and Trades Center Open House
Jul 30
Kaskaskia College will offer two special opportunities in August to help students prepare for the Fall 2026 semester: Saturday registration hours at the main campus and all education centers on August 8, and an open house at the Crisp Manufacturing and Trades Center on August 10.
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees Capital Funding Request and Technology Services
Jul 28
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Monday, July 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. on the KC main campus.
Kaskaskia College President George Evans Takes Helm of Illinois Council of Community College Presidents
Jul 22
Kaskaskia College President George Evans has assumed the presidency of the Illinois Community College Council of Presidents (ICCCP), beginning his term on June 5, 2026.
Kaskaskia College President’s List for Spring 2026
Jul 13
Congratulations to the full and part-time students on the Kaskaskia College Presidents List for the Spring 2026. semester.
Kaskaskia College Dean’s List for Spring 2026
Jul 13
Congratulations to the full and part-time students on the Kaskaskia College Dean's List for the Spring 2026 semester.
Kaskaskia College Representatives Honored at 2026 ICCTA Annual Convention
Jul 8
Kaskaskia College was well represented at the 2026 Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Annual Banquet and Board of Representatives Meeting held June 5-6 at the Westin Chicago Lombard Hotel in Lombard, Illinois.
Kaskaskia College Celebrates Milestone Anniversaries of Medical Imaging Programs
Jul 6
Kaskaskia College is celebrating two significant milestones in healthcare education during 2026 as the College recognizes the 60th Anniversary of its Radiologic Technology Program and the 25th Anniversary of its Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DGMS) Program. Together, the programs represent 85 years of excellence in medical imaging education and have helped prepare generations of healthcare professionals who now serve hospitals, clinics, physician offices, imaging centers, and healthcare organizations throughout Illinois and beyond.
