Waubonsee Holds Classes Remotely During First Two Weeks of Spring Semester

With increasing COVID-19 cases across the district, all Waubonsee Community College classes will be held remotely during the first two weeks of the spring semester (Tuesday, Jan. 18 - Sunday, Jan. 30). The college will continue offering primarily virtual services through Jan. 30, with on-campus appointments available.

Waubonsee Alum Motivates Automotive Students

When Waubonsee alum, Colton Karas, graduated from Waubonsee’s Automotive Technology Program, he never imagined that he would eventually get the opportunity to work for one of the “Big Three” American car manufacturers. 

Thrive Locally. Support Small Businesses.

The holidays are here which means the push to shop local and support small businesses is ever strong. What's all the fuss?  Why does it matter if we celebrate and support our small business community?  

Waubonsee Recognizes Welding Program Excellence in Creating Highly Skilled Workforce

Waubonsee Community College recognized the Welding Technology Program at its December board meeting for its success in creating a highly-skilled workforce amid a shortage of skilled workers in Illinois.

Illinois State Representative Honors Waubonsee Student for 'In the Pits’ Internship at 2021 NHRA U.S. Nationals

Waubonsee Community College student Jeremy Sullivan recently received special recognition from Illinois State Representative Stephanie Kifowit for being selected to participate in the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) U.S. Nationals internship with the Randy Meyers Racing team. 

Waubonsee Receives $50K Donation from Community Member

Waubonsee Community College recently received a $50,000 donation to support students enrolled in the college’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Program.  

Waubonsee Releases Annual Report to the Community

Waubonsee Community College has released its Annual Report to the Community for 2021. This year’s report tells the story of the people, programs, and events of the 2020-2021 academic year.

 

Why I Give to Waubonsee

I first became acquainted with Waubonsee Community College after my wife Doreen and I moved to the area in the late 80s. Over the years, my family has attended many lectures, community events, and even taken courses at Waubonsee. 

Waubonsee Hosts Arts & Jazz Event at First Fridays

Waubonsee Community College will host a holiday pottery sale on December 3 from 5 to 9 p.m. as part of the First Fridays Cocoa Crawl in downtown Aurora. 

Thrive Locally. Support Our Community.

The holiday season is upon us, and as I reflect on another year affected by a global pandemic, I think of the extraordinary efforts of members of our college community and those in our local community.