Olney Central College has been honored by University HQ in its ranking of the Top 25 Best Associate Degree Programs in Illinois. OCC secured the No. 9 spot in the 2024 ratings by the prominent independent online education organization. “Olney Central College is pleased to receive this No. 9 ranking from University HQ,” said OCC President and Vice Chancellor for Business Chris Simpson. “It is a testament to the high-quality educational experience we provide to our students and the commitment and dedication of the OCC faculty and staff.”

The Wabash Valley College radio station, 89.1 The Bash, turned 50 years old this year! The station celebrates 50 years of being on-air as a 50,000-watt station and rocking the tri-state with alternative music! The radio studio is in the science building within the radio and television department. WVJC was granted its first license by the Federal Communications Commission on February 22nd, 1974. To commemorate the event, there will be special promotions for the year, including voices of alumni on The Bash!

The Wabash Valley Arts Council recently hosted its inaugural Theatre Camp at the Wabash Valley College Brubeck Arts Theatre, bringing together young talents from the community for a week of learning and performance. The camp, open to students entering 5th grade through high school seniors, ran daily from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with a lunch break at noon.

Lincoln Trail College is once again making it easy for students to prepare for the Fall 2024 Semester. LTC is offering Walk-In Wednesdays on four Wednesdays in June and July for people to take care of a variety of things to help them get ready for the Fall. “The beauty of Walk-In Wednesdays is that you don’t need an appointment,” said Lincoln Trail College Coordinator of Marketing and Public Information Chris Forde. “You can come in and our experts will help you.”

The Arts at Lincoln Trail College is offering a trio of dance camps for students ages 14-18. Each class will be taught by a different instructor and will cover a different type of dance. Students will learn about the history of that style and have the opportunity to dance it during the camp. The first camp is July 13 and covers musical theater choreography. The second camp is July 20 and covers jazz dancing and the final camp is July 27 and covers modern dance. Each camp runs from 12-4 p.m. and the cost of each camp is $20.

Lincoln Trail College’s Alpha Iota Epsilon chapter of Phi Theta Kappa was recognized with some Illinois Regional Awards. LTC’s chapter was recognized as an Outstanding Chapter and earned an Honors in Action Project Award. Chapter President Guadalupe Amicone was named a 2023-2024 Outstanding Officer.

OLNEY, Ill. — Outstanding students at Olney Central College have received academic honors for the Spring 2024 Semester. Students named to the Chancellor’s List have attained a grade point average of 3.90 or higher, on a 4.0 scale. Those on the President’s List have achieved a grade point average between 3.75 and 3.89, while those students named to the Dean’s List have earned a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.74. Chancellor’s List: Albion: Emma Gill and Isabel Shepherd Bellmont: Greta Claywell

Wabash Valley College has released its academic honors report for the Spring 2024 Semester. Three lists have been established by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges to indicate students who have achieved academic excellence. They are the Chancellor's Academic Honors List, the President’s Academic Honors List and the Dean’s Academic Honors List. To qualify for any of the honor lists, a student must be enrolled full-time (12 hours or more) and must be taking college-level classes.

Wabash Valley College is pleased to announce its upcoming Walk-In Wednesdays, a series of open campus events designed to provide prospective and returning students with the opportunity to register for classes, receive academic advising, and get their questions answered—all without the need for an appointment.

Lincoln Trail College has released its academic honor lists for the Spring 2024 Semester. Three lists have been established by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges to indicate students who have achieved academic excellence. They are the Chancellor’s Honors List, the President’s Academic Honors List, and the Dean’s Academic Honors List. To qualify for any of the honor lists, a student must be enrolled full-time (12 hours or more) and must be taking college-level classes.