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… Foundation Board Welcomes New Member At its meeting on December 5, the Waubonsee Community College Foundation welcomed Matt Winkle of … Matt Winkle, president and co-owner of Weldstar in Aurora, joined the Waubonsee Community College Foundation Board at its regularly … scheduled meeting on December 5. At its meeting on December 5, the Waubonsee Community College Foundation welcomed Matt Winkle of …
… degree and certificate programs designed to help students prepare for the demands of modern manufacturing. On Jan. 15, the Waubonsee Community College Board of Trustees approved seven new … certificates in Automation Technology and Machine Tool Technology . The new degrees will enhance the college’s cohesive package of programs …
… month, two free informational open houses will be held, focusing on the therapeutic massage and medical assistant programs. Waubonsee … its health care programs later this month. Individuals interested in the college’s therapeutic massage certificate program should attend an …
… civic engagement —any individual or collective effort that supports the needs of a community or society through intentional outreach programs or initiatives. That means we recognize the power of volunteering, and we want our students to have opportunities to connect with the community and feel the impact they can make. We advocate civic …
… in Ceramics? I really stumbled into it. I was taking art classes at the University of Tulsa, and I wandered down into the ceramics studio. One of my good friends was taking a class there, the professor said, hey, when are you going to come take a …
… Management Named A Waubonsee 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Each year, the Waubonsee Community College Distinguished Alumnus Award is … for them, which she believes has shaped her into a compassionate leader throughout her career. Guided by her own motto, Kennedy always tries to embrace opportunities that may seem frightening at first. …
… of Faculty Development and Engagement began investigating one of the most flexible delivery for classrooms; something that could put students in control of where, when, and how they attend class either fully online, entirely in-person, or both. We knew we wanted …
… love and following your passion is sage advice frequently heard during the graduation and back-to-school season. But has anyone ever taken the time to explain how to discover one's life passion when doling out … in student government or one of our student organizations to build leadership skills and develop those vital networking skills. Studying …
… Waubonsee Community College is hosting a networking event focused on the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) experience in the STEM field featuring keynote speaker Cortez Watkins, a Waubonsee alumnus and the Senior Workforce Pathways Partnerships Liaison at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. The …
… 2024 Commencement Plans Waubonsee Community College will celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2024 with commencement ceremonies … West Aurora School District #129. Dr. Craig is an esteemed educational leader dedicated to the betterment of the community. Since 2014, Dr. … equitable learning environments, and fostering robust career pathways. As a former chairman of Aurora’s Educational Commission, Dr. …
… Program Admission - Phlebotomy Procedure for Entering the Phlebotomy Technician Program Students new to Waubonsee: Complete the online New Student Application for Admissions. All students: Meet … Enrollment in Phlebotomy (PBT) courses is limited in order to provide the best possible educational experience for students. Registration …
… a team of volunteers associated with Waubonsee will again partner with the Center for Economic Progress to sponsor the free income tax return preparation assistance sessions for eligible members of the community. The sessions will take place from Jan. 21 - April 15 on …
… recently held a First Responders Appreciation Day at its Plano Campus. The event was designed to recognize local police and fire organizations, expressing the college’s gratitude for the help they provide in educating future “first responders.” Fire …
… for WIOA Youth Waubonsee Community College recently hosted students in the Waubonsee Works program for an inaugural conference, designed to provide students with the opportunity to network, gain insight from professionals, and … or where my life would go,” she said. One of Garcia’s biggest takeaways from the Youth Conference was connecting with Cayla Fuechsl, …
… Federal Work-Study Some of our student workers qualify for the Federal Work-Study Program. The Federal Work-Study Program is federally funded by the United States Department of Education and managed by the Financial …
… A Black Leader You Should Know As we celebrate Black History Month, many … come to mind, such as Maya Angelou, Malcolm X, Harriet Jacobs, Katherine Johnson, and Mamie Till. And though the list goes on and on of … have had a profound impact on society, there is one name that will always stand out to me above the rest: Rebecca Gant. Many may say, “Well, …
… Community College students and alumni were awarded scholarships at the 19th Annual Hispanic Pioneer Breakfast hosted by 2nd Ward … Community College students and alumni were awarded scholarships at the 19th Annual Hispanic Pioneer Breakfast hosted by 2 nd Ward … at Waubonsee and has since transferred to Aurora University The Hispanic Pioneers Breakfast emphasized the important role education …
… – a 10-week cohort for aspiring business owners – in Spanish for the first time, called Academia Emprende. This effort ensures that entrepreneurs in the Spanish-speaking community have access to the same high-quality resources and support as their English-speaking …
… College, our vision statement says that our success is defined by the dreams we help shape, the opportunities we help design and the futures we help create. This … on the educational experience. These student facilitators are leaders in clubs and organizations with a 2.5 or better GPA. As role …
… New Year Should Bring New Focus on Mental Health The start of a new year can be stressful. The optimism of New Year’s resolutions can quickly turn into … and disappointment if those goals are not achieved. Winter weather can bring on seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. And college …
… Department remains focused on one goal: helping students achieve to their highest levels, academically, professionally and personally. For that work, the department has been recognized through the college's "Placing Learning First" program. Waubonsee's eight …
… served our country.With a new generation of soldiers enlisting after the events of 9/11 and the implementation of the Post 9/11 GI Bill ® educational benefit, … honoring student veterans’ academic accomplishments. Waubonsee, with leadership from the Veterans Club, started a chapter of the SALUTE …
… Outcomes: Our Planned Destination In 2018, we surveyed the community and received responses from more than 1,500 people. In … this needs assessment, we learned that our stakeholders did not know the scope of our offerings and many hoped for new programs to be developed at the college. Feedback from this survey helped us create our FY2020-2022 …
… ‘There Are Many Paths to Success’ Waubonsee Graduate and Army Veteran … diseases are common across villages and often deadly. While these diseases afflicted Asongakap during his younger years, a passion … even if it meant sending Asongakap to a boarding school 12-hours away from home. "My grandmother always made sure I had the best," said …
… Providing College Access to All There are an estimated 35-43 million people with physical and mental disabilities in the United States according to the National Center for Health … outlet for students that has the corollary benefits of building future leaders and raising awareness. All students at Waubonsee have the …