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Judson University to host health walkMar 13, 2014 12:00 AM
Judson University’s Health Education and Promotion class invites the Elgin community to join in the Every Body Walk! event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 18, at Lindner Tower, Classroom D, 1151 N. State St., Elgin. The event is part of Elgin’s March Into Health month, an annual program to promote physical activity in the community.
Hanover Park, colleges join forces on projectMar 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Hanover Park will sink more than $700,000 into a construction project for a new facility run by two community colleges. The village's investment was vital to bringing the Education and Work Center to a strip mall on Barrington Road, officials say. “Hopefully, this will just be a great model going forward for bringing programs to communities in a way that just makes sense for all of these institutions,” spokesman Phil Burdick told the village board Thursday night.
Jeffrey Foucault to wow crowd at ECC Arts CenterMar 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Singer-songwriter Jeffrey Foucault will perform at the Elgin Community College Arts Center on Saturday, March 15. The performance will be held at 7 p.m. in the SecondSpace Theatre located in the Building H Arts Center at the college, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.
Saturday Soapbox Mar 1, 2014 12:00 AM
Among the topics on the minds of Daily Herald editors are a new concert venue in Lake County, the best places to buy a suburban home, and a mayor who proves again that he's one tough guy.
ECC kicks off spring film series with ‘Searching for Sugar Man’Mar 1, 2014 12:00 AM
The Elgin Community College Humanities Center’s International Film Series continues on Fridays, March 7 and 14, with Academy Award winning documentary, “Searching for Sugar Man.”
ECC, Harper College partner on Hanover Park facilityFeb 27, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Community and Harper colleges have finally reached a deal on a new facility aimed at fighting unemployment in Hanover Park. Both schools will offer courses for students hoping to transition to community college. "One of our goals for a student walking in the doors is that, for them, they experience no difference," said Peggy Heinrich, an ECC dean.
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings to perform at ECCFeb 25, 2014 12:00 AM
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings, one of the finest roots-oriented bands in North America, is heading to the Elgin Community College Arts Center on Saturday, March 1.
How new co-working trend is redefining workspaceFeb 16, 2014 12:00 AM
"Co-working" is a hot trend in tech business hubs, offering the amenities of an office and the freedom of working from home. It's primarily for people, often entrepreurs and small start-up businesses, who can benefit from collaborating with others as opposed to working alone at home or in a coffee shop. It's much cheaper than renting or buying traditional office space. And it's coming to the suburbs.
ECC soph nearly dies on basketball courtFeb 13, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Community College sophomore Zach Cooper might have died on the basketball court last week had it not been for the quick response of certified athletic trainer Alicia Mikulski, armed with an automatic external defibrillator. Cooper, a Lake Park High School graduate, was enjoying the best season of his basketball career when he lost consciousness and nearly died.
Blackie and the Rodeo Kings to perform at ECCFeb 12, 2014 12:00 AM
Roots-oriented band Blackie and the Rodeo Kings is heading to the Elgin Community College Arts Center on Saturday, March 1. The performance will be held at 7 p.m. in the SecondSpace Theatre located in Building H of Elgin Community College
ECC board approves three-year contractFeb 11, 2014 12:00 AM
The Elgin Community College board recently approved a new, three-year contract with the ECC Faculty Association after negotiations began in September 2013. The union’s members reviewed and ratified the agreement on Jan. 9. The previous contract was set to expire Dec. 31, 2013.
ECC tabs Ceh as women’s soccer coach Feb 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Community College has named a recent player and a current student to be the head coach of its women’s soccer team. Rick Ceh, who played for the Spartans’ men’s team in 2013 and is currently studying for his Associate Degree in Applied Science at the school, will be the team’s new head coach.
ECC offers new mobile app for studentsFeb 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Community College released a new mobile application for download to connect the college with students and community members on their cellphones and other mobile devices. The new app, called GO, became available in November.
Arts center at ECC presnets Jeffrey Foucault in concert March 15Feb 7, 2014 12:00 AM
Singer-songwriter Jeffrey Foucault will perform at the Elgin Community College Arts Center on Saturday, March 15. Foucault is a longtime disciple of the rich and strange music that sings behind the American veil. His father played a plywood guitar and his mother liked to sing.
U-46 superintendent to receive humanitarian award Feb 3, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Area School District U-46 Superintendent José Torres to receive humanitarian award, and other education beat news.
Elgin CC seeks women’s volleyball coach Feb 1, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin library hosts black history festival Saturday Jan 28, 2014 12:00 AM
What were some of the contributions of black Americans in the military throughout history? Elgin area residents can find out first hand from former Tuskegee Airmen, the famed group of black World War II combat pilots, and other African American military veterans who will be special guests at the Ninth Annual Black History Family Festival Saturday at Gail Borden Public Library in Elgin. The festival, dubbed “Honoring Our Heroes: Contributions of African American Veterans,” will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at the library's main branch, 270 N. Grove Ave.
Diverse music highlights Elgin piano concert Jan 25, 2014 12:00 AM
With piano players of all age and skill levels performing a diverse catalog of songs that included Lady Gaga, Beethoven, Woody Guthrie there was something for everyone at the American Grands XIX concerts Saturday in Elgin. Organizers arranged the program by ability, which meant there were some interesting combinations onstage. “You literally might have a 6-year-old sitting next to somebody who’s 76 and for me, that’s one of the joys of the program,” said Colin Holman, the American Grands conductor.
ECC receives grant to help workers over 50 get back to work Jan 20, 2014 12:00 AM
Elgin Community College has been awarded a grant from AARP for its Back to Work 50+ program. Students will receive training in the areas of healthcare, office administration, and human services. They also will be provided orientation, coaching, financial literacy, training scholarships, and special access to employers.
ECC to hold free session on new social media courses Jan 20, 2014 12:00 AM
The ECC Continuing Education Department will host a free information session on social media marketing Thursday, Jan. 23, at 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. The session will be held from 6-7 p.m. in Building E, room 100.01.