Employers across the region are trying to fill positions with skilled workers. John A Logan College is expanding their programs to meet the needs of both students and employers.WSIU's Brian Sapp attended the ground breaking by college leaders on a new career technical education center.

Guests will hear remarks from college leaders and local officials, enjoy tours of the building, and light refreshments will be available throughout the afternoon.

Since September 1, 2024, Read S-I has helped to deliver nearly 66,000 books to children age birth to 5.

“Student Support Services helps level the playing field and equips our students with the tools and confidence to graduate and lead,” said Wain Davis, IECC TRIO SSS Director.

45% of students said anxiety or feelings of isolation had a "moderate to extreme impact" on their college search.

The group formed in the 22/23 academic year with faculty support and has been active on campus providing sexual health information, resources, and events.

The budget did not allocate any new funds to the mandated categorical lines.

The program serves individuals with Down syndrome and other learning disabilities, primarily ages 18 to 24, who live within the SIC district.

Law students starting in Fall 2025 will have three full years to prepare

A plan proposed by Governor Pritzker to allow Illinois community colleges to offer a limited number of four year bachelor's degrees has stalled in the General Assembly for the spring term.The bill allowing community colleges to offer a limited number of four year bachelor's degrees in high demand fields failed to make it out of it's committee. But that has not stopped conversations about the proposal.