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… Workforce and Solutions Council (Council) has a goal of providing individuals and organizations assistance necessary to solve complex … knowledge enhancement, this Council aims to be a resource for and a think tank to catapult economic, professional, and personal development. …
… up to New Year’s resolutions or make commitments to enhance our lives in a variety of ways. We have all been affected by the global pandemic in some way and the practice of physical distancing has highlighted the importance of our personal and professional …
… Caring for Our Patients and Ourselves In the early 1990s, the stigma of mental illness was continual, and I was not immune to its’ influence. Like many pre-licensure …
… 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. Edward Keating, Waubonsee Foundation Board of Directors President I first became …
… opportunity to reflect on how we can improve our lives and continue to grow by becoming more intentional in whatever season of life we find ourselves. It is also an …
… Waubonsee Welcomes Diverse Faculty in Business, Art, Counseling, and Library Sciences Waubonsee Community College has several new …
… Developmental Education Program and Faculty Recognized at Board Meeting At the September board meeting, Waubonsee Community College recognized its Developmental Education program and faculty for embodying the college's mission of providing exceptional learning in critical …
… Katie Flores Waubonsee Alum Story What helped me reach this point in my career was the constant encouragement, the constant feedback and … might be the spark that ignites their future career. That was certainly the case for Katie Flores, who started at Waubonsee in 2010. After …
… and all the excitement ahead for Waubonsee Community College this spring we proudly celebrate National Community College Month—a time to honor the vital role that community colleges play in shaping lives and driving progress. This month holds particular … American Association of Community Colleges. Whether pursuing degrees, certificates, or workforce training, our employees are helping our …
… impact community colleges have on our community and economy. As an Instructor of Business at Waubonsee and having previously taught for over ten years at … community colleges. Most community colleges offer a wide range of certificates that help increase earnings for workers, courses …
… First-Generation Siblings Triumph, and Graduate, Together Three siblings who live in Montgomery are set to mark a significant milestone this May as they …
… Undecided about a career or major? We've got ideas to help! Deciding on a successful career path involves understanding yourself, your options, your goals and the actions needed to …
… Protecting, promoting natural beauty boosts sustainability One of Waubonsee’s greatest assets are its beautiful campuses. Protecting and promoting the natural beauty of the campuses is one of the top …
… GI Bill, Personalized Approach Best for Military Veterans Returning to College Seventy-two years after its inception, the GI Bill is still going strong at colleges across the nation. But while the GI Bill might …
… emotion tends to surface for many this time of year - anxiety. In spite of fun and memorable times with family and friends, the seasonal increase in social activity and sharing of life statuses can amplify the …
… Public Access Television The vision of Public Access television featuring locally created programming began to take shape in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Today, after many legislative twists …
… 2020 Plan Completion Waubonsee Community College celebrated twin feats - dedicating its new Field House and newly renovated Erickson Hall, the project … students, including nearly 2,000 students who earned degrees and certificates in 2014 alone. Dr. Sobek thanked the college’s board of …
… Waubonsee TRIO Program Helps First-Generation Students Succeed in College Waubonsee Community College's TRIO/Student Support Services program has helped hundreds of first-generation and low-income college students, as well as those with disabilities, succeed in college since the program was established in 1987. Sandra Jensen, …
… Creating Community Have you ever been in a new place for the first time, yet somehow still felt a sense of belonging or familiarity? If you have, that feeling or recognition is known …
… College Completion Plays Large Role in Future Success Today, as always, those seeking to advance themselves economically seek an edge, a key to unlock the door to greater financial security and a better life. Today, as always, those seeking …
… Redesigned GED Exam Emphasizes College and Career Readiness In the three years since President Barack Obama announced his American Graduation …
… report from the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) begins with the direct, but data-supported, statement, “The American Dream … Commission on the Future of Community Colleges, the report, “Reclaiming the American Dream: Community Colleges and the Nation’s Future,” … necessary to increase the number of people earning college degrees and certificates by 50 percent before 2020 — a total of 5 million more …
… Community College Value More Apparent Than Ever The rising cost of college and the amount of debt students take on to finance higher education have recently been called matters of national … degree. Also, many two-year associate degrees and one-year or less certificates lead directly to rewarding jobs and careers. Depending on …
… Manufacturing Remains Strong Industry, Career Choice To paraphrase Mark Twain, the rumors of the death of U.S. manufacturing are greatly …
… the stage at Waubonsee’s May Commencement, she won’t just be earning her Associate of Arts degree. She will be celebrating a journey that began at age 17, marked by focus and a commitment to seizing every opportunity Waubonsee offered. Bella Klotz When Bella Klotz, …