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Waubonsee Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Price, of Elgin, as the Associate Chief of Staff. With a background in higher education administration, strategic leadership, and student advocacy, Jessica brings a wealth of experience that will support the college’s mission.

Waubonsee student Audrie Schaubel’s first encounter with Open Educational Resources (OER) began at Rosary High School, where she conducted a research project on the monopoly of the textbook industry. At the time, the idea of free high-quality textbooks seemed more theoretical than practical. But just a year later, as a Waubonsee student, Schaubel experienced first-hand the cost savings and benefits of OER.

The Waubonsee Community College Board of Trustees has approved tuition rates for the 2025-2026 academic year. Beginning with the fall 2025 semester, the college’s in-district and online tuition rate will increase from $138 to $141 per credit hour. The student fee will remain the same at $8 per credit hour. 

 Waubonsee Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Eric Aurand, of Tucson, Ariz., as the Dean for Mathematics and Science. Dr. Aurand brings experience in STEM education, leadership, and community engagement.

Waubonsee Community College, in partnership with the Kane County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) Preparedness Program is offering free Emergency Preparedness trainings for students, employees, and community members on March 4 and March 5 from 2 to 4:30 p.m.

Waubonsee Community College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Tamekia Smith, of Flossmoor, as the Dean for Business and Social Science.

Waubonsee Community College invites music lovers to experience a variety of jazz styles and compositions at its 3rd Annual Day of Jazz, a free full day of jazz performances featuring students, faculty and guest musicians. The event will take place on Saturday, March 1 from 1 to 9 p.m. at the college’s Sugar Grove Campus Auditorium.  

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 six semester credit hours. The Dean’s List honors the following students for the fall 2024 semester at the college:

The President’s List at Waubonsee Community College celebrates excellence among students who achieve a 4.0 grade-point average out of a possible 4.0 while enrolled in at least six semester credit hours. The President’s List honors the following students for the fall 2024 semester at the college: 

Waubonsee Community College is inviting motivated students to fast-track their education through its QuickPath Degree Program, an accelerated pathway that allows students to earn an associate degree in just one year.