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Office Spotlight: ECC’s Student Access and Disability Services

At ECC, the Student Access and Disability Services Office promotes student success and retention by providing individualized accommodations, coaching, and support that ensure every student has access to learning.

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Meet Me Monday: Brynn

Elgin Community College student, Brynn Copp, graduated from St. Charles East High School with memories of fun and friends.

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Years of Dedication: Carolyn Williams

Carolyn Williams can often be found on Elgin Community College’s campus snapping photos, guiding lost visitors to the correct room, or grabbing snacks in the Jobe Lounge for the culinary students.

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Years of Dedication: Soynia Gilliam

In her 34 years at Elgin Community College, Soynia Gilliam has held a few different roles before landing in her current position as a clerical assistant.

ECC Nursing student Rem Rose Villanueva poses in a classroom.

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From the Philippines to Patient Care: ECC Student Rem Rose Villanueva Shares Journey

ECC student Rem Rose Villanueva came to the U.S. from the Philippines in 2020 with her family. She soon discovered ECC's GED program, graduated within a year, and is now studying to obtain an associate's degree in nursing. Learn more about Villanueva in this story!

Kristina Brown stands near a LEGO art piece in the childcare center

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Years of Dedication: Kristina Brown

In her 30 years at Elgin Community College, Kristina Brown, ECC supervisor of childcare services, has never had a dull moment.

Mark Carriveau stands in the photography studio

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Years of Dedication: Mark Carriveau

Marcom's funny man, photographer and multimedia coordinator, Mark Carriveau started at Elgin Community College 29 years ago.

Efrain Matias stands in the ECC Print Shop

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Years of Dedication: Efrain Matias

Efrain Matias started working in Elgin Community College’s Print Shop when he was 26 years old. As a young man, he married and started his family in New Jersey before moving to Illinois to be closer to his wife’s family.

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