Olney Central College is taking measures to ensure the campus’ white squirrel population continues to thrive by installing nesting boxes near the Applied Technology Center construction site. 

Olney Central College is once again receiving high marks for its outstanding academics, earning a spot on University HQ’s list of the Top 25 Best Associate Degree Programs in Illinois for 2025.  An independent online resource, University HQ is recognized for providing students with comprehensive resources for researching top-ranked colleges and universities, scholarships and career information. This is the second consecutive year OCC has received this honor.

Olney Central College is hosting upcoming information sessions for students interested in applying for Fall 2025 admission to the Associate Degree Nursing Program. The one-hour meetings are at 3 p.m. on February 19 and at 2 p.m. on February 26 in Dr. Kent L. Wattleworth Hall, Room 213. All applicants are required to attend an information session before submitting their applications.

OLNEY, Ill. — Outstanding students at Olney Central College have received academic honors for the Fall 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, Jay Massey and Tabitha Rhodes Allendale: Trentin Casburn

Olney Central College will host its Fine Arts Day from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on February 26.

Olney Central College Softball will host a Winter Hitting Camp on Saturday, February 1 at Britton’s Bullpen, 1809 S. Whittle Ave., in Olney.

Construction is slated to begin in early 2025 on a $3.15 million addition to Dr. Kent L. Wattleworth Hall, which will house Olney Central College’s Radiography and Nursing programs. A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for 2 p.m. on January 15. The event will begin with remarks in the Dr. John D. Stull Performing Arts Center and then proceed to the construction site located on the northside of Wattleworth Hall.

The Olney Central College Community Choir will present its annual Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. on Dec. 12 in the Dr. John D. Stull Performing Arts Center. Director of Choral Activities Dr. Andrew Pittman said this year’s event will feature a variety of selections which embrace the spirit of the yuletide season.

The Olney Central College Radiography Program is hosting Informational Meetings to assist students in applying for Fall 2025. During the presentations, participants will learn more about the program and the application process as they prepare to take the first step toward a rewarding healthcare career. Interested individuals should contact Allied Health Advisor Julie Bullard at 618-847-9201, ext. 4520 to make an appointment to attend one of the upcoming meetings: • Wednesday, November 20 from 1 to 2 p.m. in the OCC Banquet Room

Olney Central College’s Music Department will present two upcoming concerts, starting with the OCC Jazz and Commercial Music Ensembles at 7 p.m. on October 9 in the Dr. John D.Stull Performing Arts Center. The OCC Jazz Ensemble, led by Director of Bands Wade Baker, will perform a variety of contemporary pieces, including Kite and Young Stuff by the American jazz fusion band Snarky Puppy, as well as The Crossing by the Menahan Street Band.