Articles filed under Community Colleges
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Judson students, staff members help town recover from tornadoDec 19, 2013 4:30 am - Though his family's home was spared from the EF-4 tornado that ravaged Washington, Ill., Nov. 17, Greg Butler knew he had to do something to help his community. "There ...
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New year right time for new start at collegeDec 18, 2013 12:20 pm - The popular scene depicted in films, television shows and college marketing materials of the first weeks of college always seem to feature a green, vibrant campus comple...
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Harper community collects for pet sheltersDec 18, 2013 7:16 am - More than 10 years ago, Harper College administrative secretary Jennifer Pitek set out to help the furry felines in Illinois’ animal rescues by launching Santa Claus for...
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North Central, Wheaton coaches advance to new jobsDec 17, 2013 7:03 pm - With success comes a doubled-edged sword for college programs. The more a team wins the more valuable and sought after their coaches become. Longtime assistants on both...
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Open mic nights at MCC:Dec 17, 2013 4:21 pm - Test your musical talent at McHenry County College’s Music Open Mic Night Wednesday (and every third Wednesday of the month) in the MCC cafeteria, Building B. It feature...
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IHSA football championships drew nearly 30,000Dec 17, 2013 12:51 pm - DEKALB — Organizers of this year’s high school football state finals say the two-day event drew nearly 30,000 fans to Northern Illinois University’s football stadium. Th...
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Northwest Festival Orchestra holiday concert Wednesday nightDec 17, 2013 9:00 am - The Northwest Festival Orchestra and Chorus, under the direction of Dr. Verne Schwager, will present its “Holiday Spectacular!” concert 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 18 at t...
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Why do lottery players think they can defy odds?Dec 17, 2013 5:35 am - Why do lottery players think they can defy odds? It’s the ultimate fantasy: Walk into a store, plunk down a dollar, and with nothing but luck — really extraordinary luck...
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Judson announces hall of fame classDec 16, 2013 3:59 pm - Six individuals and one team will be honored on Friday, January 24th when the Judson University Athletic Hall of Fame holds its 12th annual induction ceremony. Amy Brend...
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Vote now for Next One Book, One Harper selectionDec 16, 2013 7:28 am - Imagine the conversation and cultural enrichment that could take place if the entire community read the same book. That’s the aim of the One Book, One Harper reading ini...