Student Success: Taft School District Superintendent Skogsberg Recognized by Waubonsee

Dr. DJ Skogsberg, superintendent at Taft School District 90 in Lockport and a 1994 graduate of Waubonsee Community College, has been recognized as Waubonsee's Student Success: Featured Alumnus for October 2014.

Waubonsee Chemistry Professor Gore Wins Photography Honor

Barbara Gore, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Waubonsee Community College, won "Best of Show" for her photograph, "Fall Woods Path," at an Aurora Art League show on Sept. 12.

Waubonsee Ceramics Professor Jeppesen's Work Featured in iPottery

A new ebook, iPottery, by Kevin A. Hluch, includes a feature on the work of Doug Jeppesen, Associate Professor of Art/Ceramics at Waubonsee Community College.

Waubonsee English Instructor Shaw Honored for Service Learning Emphasis

Waubonsee Adjunct English Instructor Kassia Shaw was honored by the Two-Year College English Association for her proposal, "Small Steps, Big Rewards: The Path to Service Learning."

Waubonsee Receives Grant to Offer Temporary Worker Safety Training

Waubonsee Community College's Workforce Development Department has secured a $119,500 grant from the federal government to help local employers offer safety training for their temporary workers.

Waubonsee Therapeutic Massage Students Achieve Perfect Passage Rate

The 2014 graduates of Waubonsee Community College's Therapeutic Massage program achieved a perfect 100 percent passage rate on state exams for the May-August testing period.

Waubonsee Driver Safety Program Recognized by National Safety Council

Waubonsee Community College's Driver Safety Program has been recognized for excellence by the National Safety Council.

Colleges Work to Educate Engaged Residents

At first glance, the connection between fallen leaves and ballots may not be readily apparent.

Inspiring Students to Become Effective Learners

Student life today can be a challenge. Many students, whether traditional or those returning to college seeking new skills, face the same struggles. There is the financial struggle to meet tuition, the stress of outside distractions, and workplace demands for ever-changing competencies, among others. Then there are the challenges faced once inside a classroom — not only mastering specific course content but also mastering the art of learning itself. 

Learn About Health Care Programs at Open House Events

This month, two free informational open houses will be held, focusing on the therapeutic massage and medical assistant programs.