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Administration

Meet the interim president of ECC and the cabinet.


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Peggy Heinrich, EdD

847-214-7374
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The president is the college's chief executive officer, reporting to the ECC Board of Trustees. The president guides internal operations that ensure student success and meet the community's current and emerging needs.

Visit the Interim President's Office page

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Annamarie Schopen, EdD

847-214-7185
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The vice president oversees all instructional divisions, student services, and learning resources.

Visit the Academic Divisions page
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Kimberly Wagner, EdD

847-214-7124
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This office is the cornerstone of financial leadership and business support services for staff, faculty, and students. It plays a vital role in ensuring the effective management of financial resources, overseeing budgetary allocations, and providing strategic guidance on fiscal matters to various stakeholders within the college community.

Visit the Business & Finance page

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Phil Garber, PhD

847-214-7285
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This office assumes responsibility for providing and maintaining cutting-edge information technology services, fostering a technologically enabled environment. Working with college administrators, faculty, and staff, the area supports and guides management’s strategic planning activities, institutional research, and IT services throughout the campus.

Visit the Planning, Institutional Effectiveness, & Technology page

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Paula Amenta, MS

847-214-7769
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This office plays a vital role in strengthening the college's relationships with the community and government entities. The Interim Chief Community and Government Relations Officer coordinates advocacy efforts, fosters partnerships, and enhances the college's impact through strategic outreach and engagement initiatives.

Visit the ECC Online Newsroom

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Monica Bradley

847-214-7415
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This office is essential for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture at Elgin Community College. It focuses on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce. The Chief Human Resources Officer oversees recruitment, talent development, employee relations, and compliance, ensuring a supportive environment that aligns with the college's mission and values.

Visit the Human Resources page
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Maureen Jouhet

847-214-7761
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This office is crucial for enhancing the college's visibility and reputation through strategic marketing and communication efforts. The Interim Chief Marketing and Communications Officer oversees media relations, digital marketing, community engagement, and branding initiatives, ensuring consistent messaging that resonates with stakeholders locally and beyond.

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Susan Taylor-Demming, MBA

847-214-7143
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Collaboratively with the college, this office cultivates strategic partnerships through academic and advancement programs, aiming to identify avenues for shared success. This office directs grant development and resource development strategies and the college’s private, not-for-profit foundation.

Visit the ECC Foundation page
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David Kintz, MPA

847-214-7885
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This office is the law enforcement agency responsible for the safety and security of the college community. Comprising trained professionals, we work to minimize crime opportunities and encourage both students and employees to prioritize their safety and that of others.

Visit the ECC Police Department page.
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Respicio Vazquez, JD

847-214-7760
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This office operates under the direction of the college president and acts as liaison with outside counsel.

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Diane Kerruish, AS, '76

847-214-7374
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Under the direction of the president, this office is responsible for the operational needs of both the president and the ECC Board of Trustees, is the local election official, and acts as the chief liaison between the president and the public, employees, students, ECC Board of Trustees, ECC Foundation directors and public officials.