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Scenes from Discovery Camp 2017 (standalone photos)

Created: 22 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 22, 2017) - Over two dozen students took part in Rend Lake College's Discovery Camp, back on campus Tuesday by popular demand, to give the students the chance to explore and learn about many health care careers. This two-day camp is free for attendees and is held…

RLC grad Drake Carter preps for med school in Australia

Created: 22 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 22, 2017) – For one Rend Lake College graduate, the list of personal and academic achievements goes on and on: 4.0 grade point average with four appearances on the President’s Honors list, Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Rho Xi Honor Society member and All-USA nominee, Student Ambassador, and…

Rend Lake College Spring 2017 Honors Lists

Created: 20 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 20, 2017) – Rend Lake College is pleased to announce 396 students have made the President’s and Vice Presidents’ lists of academic honors for the Spring 2017 semester.

The lists include 150 individuals named to the President’s List. Those students earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA)…

50 Influencers: Bryan Drew, precedent of community connection

Created: 17 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 17, 2017) - “Homegrown” is an idea that permeates the history of Rend Lake College. The college has seen former students transition into professors, coaches, staff members and even a president. More than a few such examples have appeared in this series, each helping shape RLC in their…

Scenes from the second week of Kids Summer Camps (standalone photos)

Created: 15 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 15, 2017) - The second week of Kids Summer Camps at Rend Lake College saw students of all ages getting active outside, practicing their skills, and learning in eight different camps. The students participated in Adventures Under the Sea, Blastoff, Drone Zone, Garbage Pail Science, Martial Arts,…

Visit RLC Golf Outlet Saturday, June 24 for Summer Demo Day

Created: 14 June 2017

MT. VERNON, Ill. (June 14, 2017) – Hot weather, consultations from brand experts and store-wide savings means only one thing at the Rend Lake College Golf Outlet: Summer Demo Day is here. The event is set for 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, June 24 at the RLC MarketPlace and…

Late night advisements, Super Saturday back at RLC this summer

Created: 14 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 14, 2017) – Check off those last-minute items on your “to-do” list this summer to get ready for fall classes at Rend Lake College. Academic advisors are hosting four late night advisement dates in June and July for students to register for classes. Students can also visit…

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees -- June 13, 2017, Special Meeting Highlights

Created: 13 June 2017

Bond resolution approved

The board on Tuesday approved a resolution providing for the issue of approximately $5 million in general obligation community college bonds for the purpose of paying claims against the district, providing for the levy of a direct annual tax sufficient to pay the principal and interest on said…

Adult learners recognized at GED graduation (standalone photo)

Created: 12 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 12, 2017) - A dozen adult learners walked across the stage during the 37th Annual GED Graduation Ceremony at Rend Lake College. Participating students received a certificate to recognize their accomplishments. Those participating, from left, were: Daniel Spangler, Paula Lamke, Elizabeth Hodge, Heather Powell, Tammy Overbey, Samantha…

50 Influencers: Tim Wills, always there with the assist

Created: 10 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 10, 2017) - Every year thousands of students make the commitment to come to Rend Lake College. Out of all those students, a few get the opportunity to represent the college on Warrior athletic teams. From that pool of former athletes, a select few have returned to…

Ecuadorian graduate Fabian Jerves reflects on RLC education

Created: 08 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 8, 2017) – For most Rend Lake College students, the road to campus isn’t very long, but for Spring 2017 graduate Fabian Jerves, the distance is nearly 3,000 miles. Jerves, originally from Cuenca, Ecuador, walked across the RLC Commencement stage last month with honors in three associate…

Testing, application deadlines extended for Medical Assistant program

Created: 08 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 8, 2017) – New testing dates have been scheduled for the Rend Lake College Medical Assistant program to give students the chance to complete applications for entrance into the program’s Fall 2017 semester. Applications are due Friday, July 14.

The Medical Assistant entrance exam, called the Psychological…

Kids Summer Camps return to Rend Lake College (standalone photos)

Created: 08 June 2017

INA, Ill. (June 8, 2017) - The first week of Kids Summer Camps at Rend Lake College featured many different activities for campers, such as using their creativity to make delicious desserts or unique crafts, or spending their day being active and learning about health and nutrition. Some campers also…

Rend Lake College Board of Trustees -- June 6, 2017, Meeting Highlights

Created: 06 June 2017

Three nursing instructors appointed

Three full-time, tenure-track nursing instructors were appointed Tuesday. They are:

Sylvia Moore, effective Aug. 13, 2017. Moore holds an Associate in Applied Science Degree in Nursing from Shawnee Community College, a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from Murray State University and a Master of Science…