Lincoln Trail College has hired Blake Ordell to be the head coach of the men’s and women’s soccer programs. Ordell played professional soccer for nine years throughout the United States, Sweden, and Canada and coached collegiately for ten years. He previously served as an assistant men’s soccer coach at Quincy University, head men’s and women’s soccer coach at Sheridan College, head men’s soccer coach at Culver-Stockton College, and assistant men’s and women’s soccer coach at MacMurray College.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares individuals for high-skill, in-demand employment that furthers Illinois’ global competitiveness. Last year, about half of all Illinois community college graduates earned a CTE degree or certificate. CTE programs offer flexible scheduling, work-based learning, and stackable credentials that provide a pathway from education to employment not only for recent high school graduates, but also for returning adults, veterans, and workers wanting to update their skills.

Did you drop a math class this semester or change your major and need to complete a math course? Olney Central College is offering MTH 1103 Liberal Arts Math and MTH 1102 College Algebra as 8-week mid-semester courses. Both classes will be offered in a hybrid format. The hybrid format means that most of the homework and the exams for the courses will be online, while instruction will take place face to face. Students should consult their advisors as they may need to take a placement exam.

Mount Carmel, Ill.— The application period for Wabash Valley College’s honor society, Phi Theta Kappa, is now open. Applications are available in the Student Services office and must be turned in by March 5, 2021.

Last October, Governor JB Pritzker announced his intention to construct two community college-based manufacturing training academies in southern Illinois.  “We’re investing directly in communities and in companies with programs that will allow businesses to grow, retain and attract new talent for higher-paying jobs of the future,” Pritzker said.

The Lincoln Trail College Statesmen Singers are giving people a chance to share some love virtually this Valentine’s Day by offering musical virtual valentines. “We’re very excited about this,” says Statesmen Singers Director Rebecca Carmack. “This is a great way for people to share their friendship and love in a very fun way.”

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Wabash Valley College's Bass Coach, Professor Todd Gill, is excited to announce the signing of Calen Banks for the 2021–2022 collegiate bass season. Banks signed on Wednesday evening, Jan. 20.

No matter what is happening in the world there will always be a need for Nurses. Becoming a Nurse is very rewarding with a variety of career opportunities, great benefits, and job security.

Cast members have been selected for the Olney Central College Theater’s production of “Smokey Joe’s Café.” Cast members include Dylan Reed, Keegan Tucker, Derek Mason, Andrew Flynn, Warren Weitkamp, Summer Culpepper, Sophia Ranes, Ashlie Zwilling and Jessica McDonald. “Smokey Joe’s Café” features the familiar songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller in a musical revue. Performances dates will be announced soon.