ECC In the News
News Releases
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ECC and NIU Launch New Public Service Leadership Transfer Pathway
ECC students pursuing an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Criminal Justice have a seamless path to a bachelor’s degree.
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ECC Celebrates Spring 2025 Graduates at Commencement Ceremonies on May 17
Elgin Community College (ECC) will recognize the spring graduates with two commencement ceremonies scheduled for Saturday, May 17.
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ECC culinary arts students participate in annual Fisher Nuts scholarship recipe contest
Eight Elgin Community College culinary students competed for scholarship prizes in the annual Fisher Nuts Recipe Competition on Wednesday, April 16, at the college’s Spartan Terrace Restaurant.
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Elgin Community College Welcomes 2025 Newly Elected Board Members, Student Trustee
New members of ECC Board of Trustees were officially seated on April 28.
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From geologist to caregiver: A student’s journey
For McGregory Gamez, life has been a journey of transformation and resilience. A geologist from Venezuela, Gamez arrived in the United States seeking a fresh start. At ECC, he found the support he needed to chart a new path.
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ECC is committed to our Latinx community
In August 2024, ECC launched its Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) Strategic Planning Process. The plan, guided by a diverse steering team, will name key initiatives to strengthen support for Latinx students.
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Fast-track programs can accelerate your career
Looking to jump-start your career quickly? Elgin Community College offers several programs that can be completed in less than a year, helping you gain valuable skills and enter the workforce faster.
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Elgin Community College hosts Hire Spartans Job Fair on April 29
Elgin Community College invites the community to explore career opportunities at the Hire Spartans Job Fair. The event will take place from 9 am to 12 pm on Tuesday, April 29, at 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, Ill., in the Building J, Events Center.
ECC Stories
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Taylor Kenna: My story is proof that at ECC miracles happen every day
In order for you all to understand the true impact ECC has had on me and how it changed my life in a way I didn’t think was possible, I have to give you some backstory first, and we’re going to get right into it:
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How to Balance It All
Life is busy. There is no easy way to put it. Between attending classes, working a job (or two), and seeing friends and family, it all adds up! It is easy to get overwhelmed. At Elgin Community College, we understand. We want to remind you that you are not alone.
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Valeria Hernandez: Elgin Community College has been more than just a campus for me
As I grew into adulthood, I began to recognize the power of education, not just in the classroom, but in the positive impact it can have on society. As I come near the end of my time at Elgin Community, I look back with admiration, knowing that every challenge, every asked question, and every late night of studying have brought me closer to my dream of becoming an educator.