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Exciting things are always happening at Waubonsee! Stay informed with the latest news, inspiring stories, and upcoming events across our four campuses.

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Waubonsee Community College and Northern Illinois University Partner to Streamline Local Nursing Degree Pathways

September 14, 2026

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Nursing students at Waubonsee Community College now have a direct, streamlined pathway to earn their Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Northern Illinois University (NIU).

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Student Success

Faculty

Waubonsee Becomes First Community College Partner with Chicago Council on Science and Technology, Providing Students Science Communication Skills to Grow in STEM Careers

September 10, 2026

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Waubonsee Unveils The G.R.O.V.E. Student Food Pantry and Center for Student Assistance with $15,000 Foundation Donation

September 10, 2026

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Academic

Waubonsee Students Recognized on Spring 2026 Dean’s List

September 08, 2026

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Academic

Waubonsee Students Recognized on Spring 2026 President’s List

September 08, 2026

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Waubonsee President Dr. Brian Knetl and Board of Trustee Patrick Kelsey present the 2026 Dr. Christine J. Sobek Outstanding Administrator Award to Dr. Stacey Randall, Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness, Innovation, and Planning, at the August board of trustees meeting.

WCC Community

Leadership

Waubonsee Honors Dr. Stacey Randall with 2026 Dr. Christine J. Sobek Outstanding Administrator Award

September 03, 2026

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Faculty

Waubonsee Announces 2026 Outstanding Faculty Member

August 14, 2026

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Faculty

Waubonsee Announces 2026 Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Member

August 14, 2026

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Waubonsee student workers John Metych (Left) and Germaine Mwizera (Right) stock the shelves ahead of the fall semester.

RISE 2030

Waubonsee Expands Student Basic Needs Support with Launch of Center for Student Assistance and The G.R.O.V.E. Food Pantry

August 14, 2026

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Foundation

Event

Waubonsee Foundation to Host 39th Annual Golf Outing on September 28

July 30, 2026

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Student Success

RISE 2030

Waubonsee’s Free Campus Shuttle Boosts Student Access and Engagement Across Fox Valley Region

July 24, 2026

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Leadership

Waubonsee’s Marketing and Communications Team Leads National Representation at 2026 NCMPR Leadership Institute

July 22, 2026

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