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Waubonsee Community College is celebrating the inauguration of its fifth President, Dr. Brian Knetl, with inauguration events and activities leading up to his formal Investiture Ceremony on Sept. 21. The week-long events celebrate the history and mission of Waubonsee Community College and are open to community, students, faculty, staff, and alumni. 

Waubonsee Community College Student Olivia Nieves, of Plano, has been named a 2023 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar. She will receive a $1,000 scholarship. 

Waubonsee Community College will host a series of engaging events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and National-Hispanic Serving Institutions Week. These events seek to recognize and honor the contributions and profound influence of Latinx culture on both American society and the college as a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). These free events are open to the public and will take place from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.

Waubonsee Community College has announced Jessica Moreno, Dean for Academic Support, as the inaugural recipient of the Dr. Christine J. Sobek Outstanding Administrator Award. Moreno has served the college since 2009. 

Waubonsee Community College will host a free concert, featuring a live musical performance by Grammy-nominated Chicago trumpeter Victor Garcia and his Organ Quartet, on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 7 to 9 p.m. The concert will take place in the Auditorium of Waubonsee’s Sugar Grove Campus, Route 47 at Waubonsee Drive. This free event is open to the public.  

In today's diverse and dynamic landscape, Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) serve as powerful tools for fostering inclusivity, driving innovation, and allowing employees to showcase their strengths. These affinity-based networks, built on shared identities or interests, play a pivotal role in empowering individuals to harness their unique abilities and contribute meaningfully to their organizations.

As an adjunct faculty member in the Adult Education Department at Waubonsee, I've seen firsthand how technology can improve the learning process for students. When used correctly, technology can assist educators in engaging students, customizing lessons, and providing access to otherwise unavailable resources. With the academic year quickly approaching, I'd like to offer some tips that can benefit students and instructors. 

Waubonsee Community College and Aurora University (AU) recently signed a Guaranteed Admissions Agreement. The agreement provides a seamless opportunity for Waubonsee students to complete a bachelor’s degree at AU after completing coursework at Waubonsee.

The month of August often signals a new beginning, like the refreshing “reset button” feeling a new year can bring. It marks the start of a new academic year, presenting an opportunity to discover new interests, strive for personal or career goals, and expand one's mind and perspective. Our fall enrollment is thriving and growing, with enthusiastic students, faculty, staff, and community members eager to engage, learn, and establish meaningful connections. This is a truly thrilling time.

With courses starting Aug. 21, there is still time to register at Waubonsee Community College for the fall 2023 semester. More than 375 credit courses are being offered in more than 60 subject areas.