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Third-Party Economic Impact Study Shows Kaskaskia College Provides Major Boost to District 501
Aug 14
Kaskaskia College recently received the results of an Economic Impact Study from Lightcast, a global leader in labor market analytics, which shows KC has a total economic impact of $132.7 million annually in District 501. Representatives from Lightcast said one of the most impressive numbers in the study is for every dollar Kaskaskia College receives; the school returns $1.10 to the community through added tax revenue and public sector savings, which is significantly higher than many other institutions of higher education.
Kaskaskia College Dairy Judging Team Shines on International Stage
Aug 10
Kaskaskia College's Dairy Judging Team has garnered international acclaim by winning the International Postsecondary Dairy Judging Contest at the 2023 World Dairy Expo in Madison, WI. This victory led to an invitation to represent the United States on the International Dairy Tour in Scotland and Ireland, an opportunity that has provided the students with unparalleled experiences and insights into global agriculture. In June 2024, the KC Dairy Judging
KC Paramedicine program expanding to Vandalia
Aug 8
Kaskaskia College is proud to announce the expansion of its Paramedicine program to the Vandalia campus, with classes available to better accommodate student schedules to complete the one-year program. The decision to extend the Paramedicine program to the Vandalia campus reflects Kaskaskia College's commitment to making quality education accessible to a broader range of students. This expansion is part of the college's ongoing efforts to meet the growing demand for skilled paramedics in the region based on community feedback.
Kaskaskia College Students Win 9th Place at FBLA National Leadership Conference
Jul 29
Students from Kaskaskia College won top prizes at the Future Business Leaders of America, Inc.'s (FBLA) National Leadership Conference (NLC). From June 24 to July 2, the event in Orlando, Florida, attracted more than 18,000 middle school, high school, and college students, educators, and volunteers nationwide. The NLC provides education, competition, and networking opportunities centered on business.
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees approves infrastructure application, new hires and insurance renewal at July meeting
Jul 22
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting on Monday, July 22, 2024, at Kaskaskia College. Attendees included Bill Hawley (Odin), Linda Stover (Centralia), Laura Wedekemper (Shattuc), Louis Kalert (Centralia), Jim Beasley (Centralia), Craig Finke (Nashville), Bryan Holthaus (Carlyle), and Connor Wademan (Student Trustee).
Kaskaskia College announces Spring 2024 President’s List
Jul 1
Congratulations to the full- and part-time students on the Kaskaskia College Presidents List for the spring 2024 semester.
KC Spring 2024 Dean's List
Jul 1
Congratulations to the full- and part-time students on the Kaskaskia College Dean's List for the spring 2024 semester.
Kaskaskia College to Hold Community Engagement Meetings
Jul 1
Kaskaskia College is pleased to announce a series of five community engagement meetings scheduled for July 2024. These meetings aim to provide updates on current projects, programs, and services available to the community and to discuss initiatives and opportunities that impact our local area.
Diversity Lunch & Learn Event Hosted by BEP: Empowering Underrepresented Businesses for Success
Jul 1
Kaskaskia College, Southwestern Illinois College, and John A. Logan College, in partnership with the Illinois Business Enterprise Program (BEP), proudly invite businesses owned by minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities to attend a Diversity Lunch & Learn event on July 16. The lunch will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Southwestern Illinois College, 2500 Carlyle Ave., Belleville, IL 62221.
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees approves agreement with IDOC for Centralia Correctional Center’s programs
Jun 25
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting on Monday, June 24, 2024, at Kaskaskia College. Attendees included Bill Hawley (Odin), Linda Stover (Centralia), Laura Wedekemper (Shattuc), Craig Finke (Nashville), Bryan Holthaus (Carlyle), and Connor Wademan (Student Trustee). Absent were Louis Kalert (Centralia) and Jim Beasley (Centralia).
Kaskaskia College’s upcoming summer community education classes
Jun 4
Kaskaskia College's Department of Workforce Development and Community Education offers eleven July and July 2024 community education courses.
Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees reviews annual audit; approves new hires
May 21
The Kaskaskia College Board of Trustees held its monthly meeting at the Nashville Education Center on Monday, May 20, 2024. Attendees included Bill Hawley (Odin), Linda Stover (Centralia), Louis Kalert (Centralia), Craig Finke (Nashville), Bryan Holthaus (Carlyle), and Connor Wademan (Student Trustee). Laura Wedekemper (Shattuc) and Jim Beasley (Centralia) were absent.
Kaskaskia College hosts its Annual Awards Banquet, recognizes Distinguished Alumnus of the Year and Business and Industry Partner of the Year
May 3
Kaskaskia College recently celebrated the outstanding achievements of its faculty, staff, students, and community partners at the Annual Awards Banquet held this April. The event recognized individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to the college's mission of excellence in education and community engagement.
Kaskaskia College hosts ribbon cutting ceremony of the Alice Hudders Art Gallery at Vandalia Campus
May 3
Kaskaskia College proudly hosted the ribbon-cutting opening ceremony of the Alice Hudders Art Gallery at its Vandalia campus on April 30th, 2024, continuing the college's commitment to fostering creativity and cultural enrichment in the community.
Kaskaskia College Offers Free Career Exploration Workshops to Local Students and Workers
May 1
According to a study by BestColleges, 61% of college graduates would change their majors if they could go back to college. Other studies have shown that 80% of students change their major at least once, and on average, people switch their major three times while earning their degree.
