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This year, 100 percent of Upward Bound's seniors graduated from East Aurora High School, with all 100 percent being accepted into college. For these and other accomplishments, Waubonsee is proud to recognize Upward Bound as part of the college’s “Student Success: Institutional Stories” program.

his month Waubonsee Community College launched two new art exhibits — a student group show at its downtown Aurora Campus and a sculpture installation at its Sugar Grove Campus. 

“Duty, Pride, Tradition” — Jake Pruski of Sandwich, a fire science instructor at Waubonsee, grew up with these values, so his career choice is no surprise. His father worked for the Sandwich Fire Department, the job was a good fit for his skills, and “It was just my calling,” Pruski said. “There is a lot of reward in helping people.”

The higher education industry continues to be at the center of lively debate and discussion. Much of that discussion focuses on competency-based education and its effect on affordability, time-to-completion, and workplace relevancy.

The Waubonsee Community College Art Department is currently hosting a group show titled “Zoom Out: Reflecting on the Digital Environment,” now through July 26. 

The Illinois Manufacturers’ Association (IMA) Education Foundation awarded Waubonsee $25,000 in scholarship funds for meeting a series of set standards and performing at a high level of active engagement to foster greater educational opportunities within the field of manufacturing.

The President’s List celebrates excellence among students who attain a 4.0 grade-point average while enrolled in 6 or more semester credit hours.