Lincoln Trail College is offering a series of engaging and educational summer camps for area youth through the 2025 Ignite Curiosity program, part of a district-wide initiative by Illinois Eastern Community Colleges. These hands-on camps give students the opportunity to explore careers, learn new skills, and experience global culture in fun, age-appropriate ways. Four distinct offerings are available at LTC this summer. Welding Camp Two sessions will be offered on June 9 at the Red McCoy Welding Center:

Lincoln Trail College recognized four outstanding students with special awards during its 55th Annual Commencement ceremony.

With pride, reflection, and a message to “seize the day,” Lincoln Trail College honored the Class of 2025 du

Lincoln Trail College honored the Nursing Class of 2025 in a heartfelt Pinning Ceremony that celebrated the hard work, compassion and dedication of the graduating students as they prepare to enter the nursing profession. The ceremony began with a welcome from Associate Professor of Nursing Angie Williams, who spoke about the symbolism behind the nursing pin. She explained how the pin represents more than just the completion of a program—it’s a badge of honor that reflects a commitment to care, service and integrity.

Four Lincoln Trail College Process Technology students recently tested their skills on a national stage, competing in the North American Process Technology Alliance’s Troubleshooting Skills Competition — and gaining a firsthand look at the industry they’re preparing to enter. Students Madison Davis, Kollin Ramos, Reeve Dennis, and Garrett Winterrowd represented LTC in the event, which challenges students from across the country to solve simulated industrial problems using Distributed Control Systems (DCS), teamwork, and real-world troubleshooting.

Lincoln Trail College welcomed approximately 100 high school and college students on May 1 for the 2025 Future Educators Summit, a one-day event designed to motivate, inform and prepare the next generation of teachers and education leaders.

After more than two decades of planning, Lincoln Trail College is set to break ground later this year on a state-of-the-art Technology Center that will house high-demand programs in Welding, Process Technology, and Broadband Telecommunications. The new facility will enhance technical education across the region, offering hands-on training aligned with local industry needs and statewide workforce priorities.  

Lincoln Trail College will celebrate the academic achievements of the Class of 2025 during its 55th Annual Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 9, at 7 p.m. The ceremony will take place in the LTC Sports Center. LTC President Tona Ambrose will preside over the ceremony, which will honor approximately 120 graduates receiving degrees and certificates. Of those, 60 students will graduate with academic distinction, earning recognition for Honors, High Honors, or Highest Honors.

There’s something about Lincoln Trail College that stays with you. Maybe it’s the way instructors take the time to help after class. Or how faculty and staff show up to ball games and student events—not because they have to, but because they want to. Or maybe it’s the feeling of walking across the stage at graduation, knowing the whole campus has quietly cheered you on every step of the way.