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Diversity Week at RLC October 18-22

Created: 14 October 2021

INA, Ill. (Oct. 14, 2021) — During Diversity Week, cultural and international themed events are offered with the purpose of increasing awareness, understanding and inclusivity. The events are open to all students, faculty and staff and range from film showings to guest speakers and performers.

This fall's lineup includes 30…

Visiting artist demonstrates paint pour artwork technique

Created: 14 October 2021

Visiting Artist Therese Melena discusses Thursday morning the different methods to use paint pour in creating art, including this painting of rocks. (Click image for printable photos)

INA, IL (Oct. 14, 2021) -- A drop of paint can be more than just a drop of paint once it hits a…

RLC annual Car Show raises $1,500 for scholarship funds

Created: 13 October 2021

INA, IL (Oct. 13, 2021) – The 8^th annual Rend Lake College Car Show featured an impressive array of automobiles and earned a considerable amount of scholarship dollars for the next generation of car enthusiasts.

There were 93 cars, trucks and motorcycles that rolled into RLC on Saturday to attend…

COVID-19 Updates - Spring 2020

Created: 13 October 2021

May 11, 2020

+ Book Return

Dear Students,
Due to COVID-19, the process to return your Spring 2020 textbooks will be modified. Your return options are as follows:

Curbside Rental Return- May 27th, 28th and 29th (9:00am-2:00pm)
The Bookstore will be conducting curbside rental returns near the 15 minute and handicap…

COVID-19 Updates - Summer 2020

Created: 13 October 2021

June 25, 2020

Fall 2020 Semester Plan

The following plan is based on the known facts and predictions as of June 25, 2020, and is subject to change at any time. The pandemic will be closely monitored for the remainder of the year. CDC, IDPH, and ICCB guidelines…

On-campus presentation to address intimate partner violence

Created: 07 October 2021

INA, IL (Oct. 7, 2021) – A topic that is often not discussed will be brought out into the open during a presentation on the Rend Lake College campus.

Licensed clinical social worker Hayley Orendoff will lead a discussion on intimate partner violence, a serious public health problem that affects…

Visiting artist to present a Paint Pour demonstration on Oct. 14

Created: 07 October 2021

INA, IL (Oct. 7, 2021) – Come out to witness the fluid technique that creates beautiful and unique artwork based on where the paint flows and coats the canvas before it dries.

Retired RLC Art Instructor and Visiting Artist Therese Melena will be leading a Paint Pour demonstration on Thursday,…

Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program to visit RLC campus

Created: 05 October 2021

INA, IL (Oct. 5, 2021) -- Did you know that there is a 1 in 8 chance a woman will develop breast cancer in her lifetime?

Become better informed on how to be better protected. A representative from the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program will set up in front…

New study: RLC remains a critical piece to regional economy and a source for job creation

Created: 01 October 2021

Rend Lake College President Terry Wilkerson discusses the Economic Impact Study during a press conference in Springfield on Wednesday. The new study explored how Illinois community colleges boost local economies throughout the state. (Click image for printable photo)

INA, IL (Oct. 1, 2021) – Rend Lake College continues to…

RLC to put on free Halloween Concert this October

Created: 30 September 2021

Can't make the concert? Watch it LIVE at www.youtube.com/rendlakecollege.

INA, IL (Sept. 29, 2021) – Rend Lake College is once again inviting the community out for a “Spooktacular” night of music just in time for All Hallows’ Eve.

The Halloween Concert will be held in the RLC Theatre on…

Mr. A Day celebrated on the RLC campus

Created: 24 September 2021

RLC faculty, staff and members of the community join scholarship winners join in celebrating Gene "Mr. A" Alexander on Wednesday during the first Mr. A Day. (Click image for printable photo)

INA, IL (Sept. 24, 2021) – Gene “Mr. A” Alexander is someone so special that he only has…

Pumpkin decorating contest set for first week of October

Created: 23 September 2021

INA, IL (Sept. 23, 2021) -- Warriors, get into the festive fall spirit this October with the Pumpkin Decorating Contest! Students are welcomed to pick up a paintbrush and create their own kooky design.

Everything will be set up in front of Warrior Way on Oct. 4 and 5 from…

Take a break with free popcorn and sno cones on Sept. 27 and 28

Created: 23 September 2021

Grab a quick snack in between classes! RL Cares representatives will be serving free popcorn and sno cones for students on Monday, September 27 and Tuesday, September 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in front of Warrior Way.

Stop by and learn more about RL Cares,…

RLC celebrates National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week

Created: 22 September 2021

INA, IL (Sept. 22, 2021) – Rend Lake College is celebrating National Adult Education and Family Literacy this week by recognizing the impact that learning can have.

The AEFL week is held nationally the third week of September. In the US, more than 43 million adults cannot read, write or…