Waubonsee to Host Latinx Resource Center Grand Opening
Waubonsee Community College will host “La Bienvenida” – the Latinx Resource Center (LRC) Grand Opening at its Aurora Downtown Campus on Thursday, March 24 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Run, Walk, and WIN at Waubonsee Community College’s 5K Trail Fundraiser
Waubonsee Community College is hosting its second annual Walk, Run, and Win 5K trail fundraiser. All proceeds from the race will directly benefit deserving area students through the Waubonsee Community College Foundation Scholarship Program.
From Late Reader to Reluctant Leader
Educators have always been the definitive influencers and motivators in my life. Because of them, I have learned to know my marks and to own them, I have learned to tell my own personal stories, and I have learned that relying on others and forming true connections with my mentors is an invaluable resource.
Waubonsee Hosts Women’s History Month Events
Waubonsee Community College continues to host events in March to celebrate Women’s History Month. These events are virtual, free, and open to the public.
Waubonsee’s Strong and Resilient Women
According to the Pew Research Center, the first female college president in the United States was Frances Elizabeth Willard who became president of the Evanston College for Ladies in Illinois in 1871. When Evanston College merged with Northwestern University and became the Women’s College of Northwestern University in 1873, Frances Willard served as the first dean of women. An active social reformer, a statue of Frances Willard was the first statue selected for the National Statuary Hall Collection to honor a woman.
Preparing Our Future Workforce Through CTE
Over the years, data has shown that the demand for skilled workers in various industries is ever increasing. How do we, as an educational institution, fill the employment gaps that exist in our region? Community colleges are the beginning of a pathway.
Waubonsee Community College Partners With The Hartford on Apprenticeship Program
Waubonsee Community College continues to partner with The Hartford to create an apprenticeship program that is a remarkable opportunity for Waubonsee students.
Waubonsee Students Featured in 2022 Skyway Juried Art Show
The artwork of three Waubonsee students has been selected for inclusion in the Skyway Juried Art Competition 2022, hosted by McHenry County College.
Waubonsee Names Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Members
Waubonsee Community College recently selected Dr. Sara Gregory and Heather Engelhart as its Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Members for 2022.
Waubonsee Students Recognized on Fall 2021 Dean’s List
The Dean’s List at Waubonsee Community College celebrates excellence among students who achieve a minimum 3.5 grade-point average out of a possible 4.0 while enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours.
