2021

Arts Center | Events

Published 12/15/2021

Under the Streetlamp Alumni return to the ECC Arts Center on Dec. 18 and 19

Elgin Community College Arts Center presents “Jingle Bell Rock” with nationally recognized performers Michael Ingersoll and Christopher Kale Jones on Saturday, December 18 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 19 at 3 p.m. The performances will be in the Blizzard Theater located in Building H on the Spartan Drive Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.

Taylor Vitacco, dual credit student and Spring 2021 ECC Graduate

Academics | Events | Student Resources

Published 12/06/2021

College and career readiness workshops offered for area high-school students and families

Elgin Community College’s College Transitions Department will be holding a College and Career Readiness (CCR) workshop tomorrow and during the spring semester. Trainings are free and open to anyone interested. District 509 students, parents, and guardians are encouraged to participate.

ECC Students attend Commencement Ceremony

Announcement | Commencement

Published 11/23/2021

ECC’s fall virtual commencement ceremony is December 18

Elgin Community College will hold two virtual commencement ceremonies for the fall 2021 graduating class on Saturday, Dec. 18, 2021. Both ceremonies will stream at youtube.com/ElginSpartans. Students are assigned to the graduation ceremony based on the credential(s) earned.

ECC Nursing students administered vaccines to seniors during a February vaccine clinic hosted at ECC

Announcement

Published 11/19/2021

ECC joins SHIELD Illinois in expanded community COVID-19 testing day on Nov. 23

Elgin Community College will be participating in the SHIELD Illinois Thanksgiving Community COVID-19 screening on Tuesday, November 23 from 3 – 8 p.m. at its main campus located at 1700 Spartan Dr., Elgin, Ill. ECC is joining SHIELD Illinois alongside nine other colleges and high schools in providing free COVID-19 testing.

Academics | Events

Published 11/19/2021

ECC hosts in-person adult education information session on Dec. 1

Elgin Community College will hold an adult student information session on Wednesday, Dec. 1, from 6 - 7:00 p.m. in Building G, Spartan Auditorium, Room G100, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin. Adults who are considering returning to school or enrolling in college for the first time are invited to attend this free event.

Elgin Community College across Lake Spartan

Events

Published 11/18/2021

Black Lives Matter series at ECC explores critical race theory

Elgin Community College’s Multicultural and Global Initiatives Committee (MAGIC) presents Part 8 of the series, “Black Lives Matter,” on Tuesday, Nov. 30, at 2 p.m. The discussion will take place via Zoom, and is open to the public to attend. The link to join is https://bit.ly/31ze4tJ.

Elgin Community College student Tremeisha Gray will play Shelby in the ECC Theatre's production of

Arts Center | Events

Published 11/16/2021

ECC Arts Center presents “Baltimore” on Nov. 19 through 21

Elgin Community College Theatre’s production of “Baltimore” by playwright Kirsten Greenidge and directed by Susan A. Robinson, ECC Theatre Instructor and Program Coordinator, runs at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 19 and Saturday, November 20. On Sunday, November 21, the performance will run at 3 p.m.

Clockwise from top left: Luis Caballero, MA; Mia Hardy, PhD; Lauren Nehlsen, PhD; Tyler Roeger, PhD; Joe Rosenfeld, PysD

Accomplishment

Published 11/15/2021

ECC announces 2022 NISOD Award winners

Five Elgin Community College employees have been selected to receive the 2022 National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. The award recognizes outstanding faculty, staff, and administrators of community and technical colleges.

ECC's International Education Week is Nov. 15 to 19

Events

Published 11/10/2021

ECC celebrates International Education Week with virtual and in-person events

Each fall, Elgin Community College celebrates International Week, a showcase of the cultures, history, food, and more of ECC’s international students, faculty, and staff. This year, ECC’s International Education Week will take place both in-person and virtually from November 15 to 19, with daily events and activities for all to enjoy.

ECC students watch a demonstration during class

Academics | Announcement

Published 11/08/2021

My Future Starts Now: ECC Spring 2022 Registration Now Open

Registration for spring credit classes is underway at Elgin Community College and will continue until classes start on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. Continuing students can register for classes at elgin.edu/accessecc.

Jose Banuelos (forward) and Kobe Frenette (midfield/forward)

Accomplishment

Published 11/05/2021

ECC student-athletes earn All-Region and All-Conference honors

Eight student-athletes from Elgin Community College have been granted National Junior College Athletic Associate (NJCAA) and Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference (ISCC) All-Region and All-Conference honors and honorable mentions for their performance in their fall season.

Amy Brandolino, MA, instructor of art history; Christopher Cunningham, MS, instructor of mathematics; LaTasha DeHaan, PhD, assistant professor of history

Accomplishment

Published 11/04/2021

ECC board grants tenure to nine faculty members

At the October 19, 2021 board meeting, the Community College District 509 Board of Trustees accepted the recommendation by the Elgin Community College administration to grant tenure to nine ECC full-time faculty.

Aspen Prize 2023

Accomplishment | Announcement

Published 11/03/2021

ECC named again as one of 150 U.S. Community College Eligible for 2023 Asen Prize

The Aspen Institute named Elgin Community College one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation's signature recognition of high achievement and performance among America's community colleges. Awarded every two years since 2011, this is the fourth time ECC has been recognized as a top 150 college.

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series

Events

Published 10/26/2021

ECC hosts second Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series on Nov. 16

Elgin Community College will host a second Bill Pelz Global Speaker series titled “Afghanistan, ‘The Graveyard of Empires’: Lessons Learned?” on Tuesday, November 16, from 2 – 3:30 p.m., as part of ECC’s International Education Week activities. This event is free and open to the public. Join via Zoom at https://bit.ly/InternationalWeekDiscussion Passcode: 455706.

ECC Student Success Coaches Bianca Diaz, Ben Scherr, and Ashely Letteney

Academics | Announcement | Student Resources

Published 10/22/2021

New student success coaching program at ECC

Elgin Community College now offers a new Student Success Coaching (SSC) program, providing students with individualized, equitable, high-touch, holistic support. The program's primary goals include increasing course success, course progression, and student retention.

Jane Maas, dental assisting adjunct faculty, demonstrates anesthetic application for two students

Events

Published 10/21/2021

Nov. 11 job fair for healthcare professions openings at ECC

Elgin Community College will host a Healthcare Professions Job fair on Thursday, November 11 from 5 – 9 p.m. in Building A, Atrium. ECC’s healthcare department is searching for passionate individuals to fill several key administration, faculty, and staff positions.

Steve Jessmore Photography

Accomplishment

Published 10/11/2021

ECC recognized with 15 Medallion awards from NCMPR District 3 Conference

The Elgin Community College Marketing and Communications team earned top honors at the 2021 National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) District 3 Conference, Oct. 3-5 in Grand Rapids, MI. The NCMPR Medallion Awards recognize outstanding achievement in design and communication in each of NCMPR's seven districts.

ECC Students attend Commencement Ceremony

Accomplishment | Announcement

Published 10/08/2021

ECC graduates gain a $600,000 advantage according to economic impact study

Graduates of Elgin Community College earn nearly $600,000 more over their career than those who did not complete an associate degree or long-term certificate, according to a new study from the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB). The return on investment for a student pursuing their education at ECC is 28 percent, above the statewide average of 26.8 percent.

Elgin Community College Foundation

Foundation

Published 10/07/2021

ECC Foundation welcomes five new directors to its board

The Elgin Community College Foundation recently added five new directors to its board. A five-member executive committee and 16 directors now make up the ECCF board, all of whom are independently elected.

David Davin, executive director of institutional advancement and the ECC Foundation speaks at their 2021 Gala,

Accomplishment | Events | Foundation

Published 09/30/2021

The ECC Foundation Gala “Dare to Dream” tops $100,000 for the ECC Students

Celebrating the spirit of student achievement, the Elgin Community College Foundation’s 2021 Gala Dare to Dream presented by OTTO raised more than $100,000 in support of ECC students, including funding for projects such as emergency assistance for students and mini-grants for innovative projects.

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series

Events

Published 09/24/2021

2021 Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series continues conversation on COVID-19

Elgin Community College will host a Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series event titled “COVID-19: From Global Pandemic to Global Endemic?” on Tuesday, Oct. 5, from 2 – 3 p.m. Part of ECC’s International Week activities; this event is free and open to the public. Join via Zoom at bit.ly/BillPelzSeries2021 Passcode: 958222

Events | Student Resources

Published 09/22/2021

Learn how to pay for college at Oct. 9 event at ECC

Learn about financial aid and how to pay for college at ECC at Financial Aid 101, a free, virtual event hosted by Elgin Community College on Saturday, Oct. 9, from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. The event will take place on Zoom. Register at elgin.edu/financialliteracy.

Three authors will join the ECC Writers Center for a virtual spring reading series.

Academics | Events

Published 09/10/2021

ECC Writers Center Reading Series Present Fall 2021 Line Up

The Writers Center at Elgin Community College will host three authors for the Fall 2021 Reading Series. Due to ongoing social distancing practices, the events will take place virtually. All readings begin at 7:30 p.m.

ECC Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month

Events | Student Resources

Published 09/09/2021

Somos La Fuerza y Esperanza: Together We Rise – ECC Celebrates Latinx Heritage Month

Elgin Community College’s Latinx Heritage Month (LHM) will include in-person, outdoor celebrations this year, with events built around the 2021 theme “Somos La Fuerza y Esperanza: Together We Rise.” The month’s events begin with the first-ever outdoor Latinx Heritage Month Kick-Off Celebration on Friday, September 17, from 6:30 – 9 p.m. in the green space behind Building C (Renner Academic Library).

President David Sam, Ph.D., JD, LLM speaks at memorial service honoring Polly Nash, former ECC staff member

Events

Published 09/07/2021

ECC holds memorial service in honor of former staff member

Elgin Community College held a memorial service on August 9 honoring Polly Nash, a former ECC staff member who passed away in December 2019. Nash was considered the heart of ECC for more than 20 years, serving as dean of several divisions and acting as the administrative design liaison for the Visual and Performing Art Center (VPAC - Building H) during its construction.

The ECC Foundation Gala: Dare to Dream is Saturday, Sept. 18.

Events | Foundation

Published 09/03/2021

Early-Bird Ticket Price Extended Until Sept. 10 for ECC Foundation Gala

Ticket pricing for the ECC Foundation Gala: Dare to Dream is extended to Friday, Sept. 10. Individual tickets include dinner and drinks.

Published 08/27/2021

New state COVID-19 mandates announced by Gov. Pritzker affects higher education employees

Gov. J.B Pritzker announced new statewide mandates that require all educators and staff working pre-K through college, college students, and health care workers to be vaccinated.

Fall 2021 African American Connection

Events | Student Resources

Published 08/26/2021

ECC’s African American Connection promotes student success and community support

Elgin Community College will hold the fall African American Connection event both in-person and virtually on Thursday, September 2, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Spartan Hub located in Building B. Those wishing to participate virtually can do so via Zoom at tinyurl.com/aafallconnect.

Project Backpack 2021

Events | Student Resources

Published 08/09/2021

ECC’s Project Backpack is back

Elgin Community College and its partners are preparing for Project Backpack, a community-based initiative to benefit area students in need. Following COVID-19 protocols, there will not be an on-site event, but the committee is coordinating backpacks, school supplies, and/or resources for students in need for fall 2021 from school districts U-46, CUSD 300, CSD 301, CUSD 303, D20, or ECC District 509.

ECC's Building A

Academics | Student Resources

Published 08/06/2021

ECC student services offices open for in-person assistance on two Saturdays in August

Extended business hours will be available on campus at Elgin Community College to support students from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 14 and August 21. Offices that will be open include academic advising, admissions, registration, financial aid, student accounts, and first stop.

The ECC Foundation's Dare to Dream 2021 Gala will be Saturday, September 18.

Events | Foundation

Published 08/05/2021

The ECC Foundation Gala encourages support for students who ‘Dare to Dream'

The Elgin Community College Foundation invites the community to celebrate the achievements of students, faculty, and staff at the ECC Foundation Gala: Dare to Dream event at 5 p.m. on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

School District U-46's 2021 Dual Credit Graduate Recognition Ceremony at ECC.

Academics

Published 08/04/2021

ECC to cover tuition for class of 2021 dual credit high school graduates

Elgin Community College President David Sam, PhD, JD, LLM, recently announced that all spring 2021 high school graduates in District 509 who have completed and received credit for any number of ECC's dual credit courses are eligible to have all tuition and fees covered for the 2021-22 academic year. The offer is part of many efforts taken by ECC to ensure that in the wake of the pandemic, financial barriers are removed for residents of District 509.

Published 08/02/2021

Update: All ECC employees, students, and visitors must wear masks indoors

Effective immediately, all ECC employees, students, and visitors, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear masks indoors. With the rise of the Delta variant of COVID-19, Kane County has been designated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as having a “substantial” risk of COVID-19 transmission, even by vaccinated individuals.

ECC sees 27% increase in summer enrollment as excitement builds for fall semester

Academics

Published 07/21/2021

ECC sees 27% increase in summer enrollment as excitement builds for fall semester

Elgin Community College is experiencing a significant rise in enrollment for the summer 2021 semester, with a 27.5 percent increase compared to summer 2020. More than 4,300 students are currently enrolled in summer programming at ECC.

ECC Nursing students administered vaccines to seniors during a February vaccine clinic hosted at ECC

Events

Published 07/14/2021

ECC Committed to Providing Vaccine Access for Community with a Vaccination Clinic

ECC is helping to increase ease and access to vaccines through upcoming vaccination clinics to be held on July 21 and Aug. 11 (second shot clinic).

Left: Kylee Backer (Soccer) Middle: Luke Menard (Baseball) Right: Nikolas Panico (Baseball) Not Photographed: Amber Allen (Volleyball) Kenney Venable (Volleyball)

Academics | Accomplishment

Published 07/08/2021

ECC student-athletes awarded NJCAA academic honors

Each year the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) honors student-athletes for their academic achievement in maintaining a GPA of 3.6 or higher throughout the year. Elgin Community College is proud to announce that five of its student-athletes have made the 2020-21 NJCAA All-Academic Team for their outstanding commitment and dedication to their studies.

ECC Athletics will return to NJCAA Division II for the 2021-22 season.

Published 06/24/2021

ECC’s athletic program returns to NJCAA Division II Level

The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCCA) and Elgin Community College President David Sam, Ph.D., JD, LLM, and the Board of Trustees approved ECC Athletics to return to Division II. ECC Athletics has been in the Division III level for the past five years, having previously been a Division II level school.

ECC's 2021 Spartan Women's Soccer Team, with Head Coach Edwin Jaramillo and Assistant Coach Emily Witt.

Accomplishment

Published 06/22/2021

ECC women’s soccer makes program history

For the first time in 12 years, the team won the Regional Championship this past spring, going undefeated in regional play. They then went on to make history and be the first team in their program to compete at the NJCAA Division III National Championship in Newark, New Jersey.

ECC and Promineo Tech are offering affordable coding bootcamps this summer

Academics

Published 06/21/2021

Affordable coding bootcamps offered at ECC aim to close skills gap

To help meet the growing demand and close skills gaps, Elgin Community College is partnering with Promineo Tech to offer coding and data engineering boot camps in July, August, and September 2021.

Outgoing student trustee Taylor Vitacco received the 2021 Gigi Campbell Student Trustee Excellence Award. Timothy Kaar, MFA, professor of graphic design, received the 2021 Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member Award.

Accomplishment | Board of Trustees

Published 06/14/2021

ECC faculty member and student receive ICCTA awards

The Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) recently honored 2021 Elgin Community College graduate Taylor Vitacco and Professor Timothy Kaar with two prestigious awards. Vitacco and Karr were recognized at a banquet in Springfield, Ill., on Friday, June 4.

ECC is offering $500 gift cards to the bookstore and ECC merchandise to new students who register for fall 2021 classes between June 7 and June 30, 2021.

Academics

Published 06/09/2021

$500 in ECC bookstore cash offered to new students now through June 30

Elgin Community College is offering $500 gift cards to the bookstore and ECC merchandise to new students who register for fall 2021 classes between 12:00 a.m. CDT on June 7 and 11:59 p.m. CDT on June 30, 2021.

Backpacks ready for local students.

Events

Published 05/28/2021

ECC Project Backpack continues to help local students, despite pandemic protocols

Elgin Community College and its partners are preparing for Project Backpack, a community-based initiative to benefit area students in need.

MAGIC Black Lives Matter Series

Events

Published 05/20/2021

ECC discussion series checks in one year later

Elgin Community College’s Multicultural and Global Initiatives Committee (MAGIC) presents Part VII of its “Black Lives Matter” series this month. The community is invited to ‘One Year Later: What Has Changed? What Work Remains?’ on Tuesday, May 25, at 2 p.m.

Photo credit: Northern Illinois University. All 15 students of the first cohort of the

Accomplishment | Commencement

Published 05/13/2021

ECC and NIU celebrate first Elementary Education Transfer Pathway graduating class

Elgin Community College and Northern Illinois University hosted a recognition event on May 7 on ECC’s campus to celebrate the first cohort of 15 students who completed the ECC-to-NIU College of Education transfer pathway degree.

The ECC Foundation's 23rd Annual Golf Classic is Monday, June 21

Events | Foundation

Published 05/06/2021

ECC Foundation’s annual Golf Classic is back on June 21

Tickets and sponsorships are now available for the 23rd Annual Elgin Community College Foundation Golf Classic on Monday, June 21, at the Elgin Country Club, 2575 Weld Road, Elgin. Golfers of all ages and abilities are invited.

The ECC Arts Center Presents

Arts Center | Events

Published 04/30/2021

ECC Arts Center presents “These Shining Lives” – a drama with roots close to home

The Elgin Community College Art Center will premier “These Shining Lives” on Saturday, May 15, at 7 p.m. Tickets for the virtual performances are free.

Graphic promoting ECC Arts Center's American Grands XXVI Showcase

Arts Center | Events

Published 04/22/2021

Enjoy student piano showcase American Grands XXVI from anywhere

On Saturday, May 1 at 7:00 p.m., the Elgin Community College Arts Center presents the 2021 American Grands XXVI as a virtual concert.

Make summer classes part of your plan at ECC.

Academics | Student Resources

Published 04/15/2021

Registration begins for ECC summer sessions

Registration for summer credit classes at Elgin Community College is underway and will continue until the first day of classes for each summer session beginning on June 7, June 14, and July 12. space permitting.

ECC Arts Center Presents Family Mariachi Band Cielito Lindo

Arts Center | Events

Published 04/13/2021

Family Mariachi Band Cielito Lindo Performs for the ECC Arts Center

The ECC Arts Center presents Cielito Lindo, a family mariachi band, for a free virtual performance on Saturday, April 16, at 7 p.m.

Accomplishment | Faculty Profile

Published 03/23/2021

Timothy Kaar and Robert Russ receive 2021 Orrin G. Thompson Teaching Excellence Award

Timothy Kaar, professor of graphic design, and Robert Russ, business unit adjunct faculty, were recently recognized with the 2021 Orrin G. Thompson Teaching Excellence Award from Elgin Community College.

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series

Events

Published 03/25/2021

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series explores international relations in the Biden Era

This webinar, titled “Seismic Shift or Status Quo? U.S. International Relations and Immigration in the Biden Era,” will take a critical look at the first movement on international relations in the new Biden administration.

Erin Vobornik, ESL unit adjunct faculty

Accomplishment | Faculty Profile

Published 03/23/2021

ECC’s Vobornik Wins National State Advocate for Adult Education Fellowship

Elgin Community College Adjunct Faculty in Adult Education, Erin Vobornik, MA, has been named an inaugural Coalition on Adult Basic Education (COABE) State Advocate for Adult Education Fellow for 2021.

Published 03/22/2021

ECC stands with the Asian American Pacific Islander community; condemns acts of violence

We were deeply saddened once again at Elgin Community College last week, as we discussed the most recent incident. ECC is unequivocally steadfast in condemning all acts of violence, hatred, and racism.

The ECC Virtual Apprentice Fair is Thursday, April 8, 2021.

Events | Student Resources

Published 03/19/2021

ECC hosts April Apprentice and Career Fairs

Elgin Community College's Office of Strategic Partnerships and Experiential Learning will host a virtual Apprentice Fair on Thursday, April 8, from 12 – 2 p.m., followed by a career fair on Friday, April 9. Both fairs are free and open to the public.

ECC Professor of History and Political Science Antonio Ramirez

Accomplishment | Faculty Profile

Published 03/18/2021

ECC Professor Receives Inaugural Elevating Equity Grant

Antonio Ramirez, assistant professor of history and political science at Elgin Community College, was awarded an inaugural Elevating Equity Grant from the Grand Victoria Foundation for his Chicagolandia: Oral Histories of Chicago's Latinx Suburbs project.

The ExperienceECC event takes place April 7, 2021

Academics | Events | Student Resources

Published 03/10/2021

Community invited to ‘Experience ECC’ on April 7

District 509 community members interested in attending or learning more about Elgin Community College programs are invited to Experience ECC on Wednesday, April 7.

Michelle Kershner, M.Ed., professor of mathematics

Accomplishment | Faculty Profile

Published 02/24/2021

ECC’s Michelle Kershner receives Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award

Michelle Kershner, MEd, professor of mathematics, is a 2021 recipient of the American Association of Community Colleges’ (AACC) Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty award. One of only 23 recipients nation-wide, the award is recognition for faculty members making a difference in the community college classroom.

Foyer of the Blizzard Theatre in Building H

Arts Center | Events

Published 02/10/2021

#MakeArtAlways Spring Virtual Series at ECC

The #MakeArtAlways virtual series continues this spring with the first event on Friday, Feb. 1, 2021. Featuring Brazillian jazz guitarist Diego Figueiredo.

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series

Events

Published 02/10/2021

Bill Pelz Global Speaker Series returns and explores art in the midst of chaos

"Art Reaction! How Major Crises Inform, Impact, and Inspire Art" explores the fascinating history of art created during Global and national crises–from periods of pandemic, war, and unrest.

Academics | Accomplishment

Published 02/10/2021

ECC Recognizes Fall 2020 Academic Scholars

Together, the President of ECC and the Assistant Vice President of Student Services and Development/Dean of Students recognizes the level of high academic scholarship demonstrated during the semester.

Three authors will join the ECC Writers Center for a virtual spring reading series.

Events

Published 02/09/2021

ECC Writers Center Reading Series Present Spring 2021 Line Up

The Writers Center at Elgin Community College will host three authors for the Spring 2021 Reading Series. Due to ongoing social distancing practices, the events will take place virtually. All readings begin at 7:30 p.m.

Get into STEM with ECC!

Academics | Events

Published 02/05/2021

ECC presents Math and Science STEM Speaker Series

Elgin Community College Health Professions, Math, Science, and Engineering hosted STEM to encourage students to consider coursework and career in these fields.

MAGIC Black Lives Matter Series

Events

Published 01/28/2021

ECC discussion series delves into the history of racism in the Midwest

Elgin Community College’s Multicultural and Global Initiatives Committee (MAGIC) presents the next installment of its popular “Black Lives Matter” series in conjunction with Black History Month. Part VI, titled ‘A Historical Perspective,’ is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, at 2 p.m.

Published 01/27/2021

ECC Partners with Illinois Department of Health for COVID-19 Testing in February

Elgin Community College will host daily COVID-19 testing by the Illinois Department of Health throughout February.

2021 Black History Month at Elgin Community College

Events

Published 01/26/2021

Celebrate Representation, Identity, and Diversity during Black History Month

Elgin Community College's celebration of Black History Month brings the themes of diversity, representation, and family directly to the community with a line-up of virtual presentations, discussions, and interactive events.

Elgin Community College across Lake Spartan

Published 01/13/2021

Elgin Community College District 509 Bonds Available to Community

Elgin Community College District 509 will issue approximately $92,990,000 in tax-exempt and taxable municipal bonds.

Elgin Community College across Lake Spartan

Board of Trustees

Published 01/12/2021

ECC trustees approve tuition freeze and tax relief measures saving taxpayers more than $2

Elgin Community College District 509 Board of Trustees approved measures to freeze tuition rates for the 2021-2022 academic year and provide taxpayer relief for the 2020 tax levy year during its December Board Meetings.

Elgin Community College across Lake Spartan.

Accomplishment

Published 01/07/2021

ECC retains Moody’s Aaa credit rating

Elgin Community College maintained its ‘Aaa’ credit rating according to Moody’s Investor Services, the highest rating attainable among municipal entities and one of the few Illinois Community College Districts to achieve the prestigious credit mark.

Recruitment Coordinator Shirley Bell.

Student Resources

Published 01/07/2021

ECC student services offices special hours for enrollment assistance

Extended business hours will be available at Elgin Community College to support students with enrollment for ECC’s spring semester, which begins Tuesday, Jan. 19. There is still time to register for spring classes. Classes are offered online and a hybrid format that combines online learning and in-person instruction.

Recruitment Coordinator Jerrmiah Wright

Academics | Announcement | Student Resources

Published 01/05/2022

ECC Student Services offers weekend hours for enrollment assistance

Extended business hours will be available at Elgin Community College to support students with enrollment for ECC’s spring semester, which begins Tuesday, Jan. 18. There is still time to register for spring classes. Classes are offered online, in-person and in hybrid (online learning and in-person instruction) formats.