College Publications

To keep the community informed, Elgin Community College produces Impact Magazine (bi-annually), Impact Magazine: Para Ti (bi-annually), and Community Report (annually) to showcase how the college is living out its mission. For questions or story ideas, please use our Media Inquiry Form.

Stories about how ECC helps improve people’s lives through learning.

Impact Magazine is a bi-annual publication featuring news and information on alumni, student success stories, Elgin Community College Foundation updates, and articles about how ECC is making a difference in our communities.

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Fall Impact 2023 - PDF

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Impact Magazine: Para Ti

Impact Magazine: Para Ti is a bi-annual publication by Elgin Community College, largely for the Latinx and Spanish-speaking residents of Community College District 509. This bilingual publication focuses on key topics such as degree and certificate programs, how to earn an Illinois High School Diploma (commonly known as a GED), English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs, and other relevant information to help residents improve their lives through learning.

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Spring 2024 Impact Para Ti - PDF

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Report to the Community

The annual Community Report provides an in-depth look at news, financial analysis, and academic programs that have resulted in student success initiatives and community impact over the past year. This publication is a comprehensive, data-driven report that illustrates ECC’s commitment to its vision, mission, and purpose through an engaging, storytelling approach.

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2023 Report to the Community - PDF

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