INA, Ill. (May 30, 2019) — More than 60 students completed the Basic Nursing Assistant program at Rend Lake College during the fall and spring semesters. The graduates received their pins during Tuesday's first-ever CNA pinning ceremony.  

Allied Health Professor Amber Fann welcomed the graduates and guests. "I am so very pleased to…

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INA, Ill. (May 30, 2019) – Testing dates have been extended for Rend Lake College’s popular Medical Assistant program. Those interested in the program need to take the test to complete their applications.

The entrance exam, called the Psychological Service Bureau (PSB) exam, is a five-part, computerized, timed test that…

Read more: New Medical Assistant testing dates announced

INA, Ill. (May 29, 2019) - Dozens of local professionals met with Rend Lake College faculty, staff and administrators last month at their annual Advisory Council meetings. The curriculum and program outcomes in 24 different Career and Technical Education disciplines at the college were reviewed. The Advisory Members help the college…

Read more: Rend Lake College hosts local industry leaders at 2019 Advisory Council

INA, Ill. (May 28, 2019) — Nearly 50 students completed the Associate Degree Nursing program at Rend Lake College this spring. The graduates received their pins at a May 16 ceremony in front of friends, family and RLC administrators.  

Director of Nursing Dr. Nancy Buttry welcomed the graduates and…

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INA, Ill. (May 21, 2019) – The Rend Lake College Foundation Children’s Center (RLCFCC) graduated 14 students from the Pre-K and Preschool classes last week in the RLC Theatre. Pre-K Teacher, Rene Crouse welcomed family to the event.

RLCFCC 2006 Pre-K Graduates, Jack Aydt, a the mic, and Dakota Quinn,…

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INA, Ill. (May 20, 2019) - Rend Lake College officials want to congratulate the Class of 2019 for another successful year. The 52nd Annual RLC Commencement was held Saturday, May 18 in James “Hummer” Waugh Gymnasium. A total of 585 graduates were conferred a total of 1,071 degrees and certificates. RLC…

Read more: Rend Lake College class of 2019 celebrates 52nd Commencement Ceremony

  The Radiologic Technology Class of 2019 is: front row, from left, Dustin Engelhardt, Hayden Jones, Madalyn Toombs, Claudia Spotanski, Jayme McDonald, Catherine Graves, Brooke Akers, Jamie Droge, Megan Purdie, Jade Garner, and Jessica Roberts. Second row, from left, Justin Restoff, Brady Louis, Charles Adelsberger, Hillary Ingram, Blake Johnson, Jessica Chandler,…

Read more: Rad Tech celebrates third annual Pinning Ceremony

UPDATE: The winner of our graduation cap contest is Susan Ray-Badger of Mt. Vernon! Her hand-painted, "Starry Night" cap caught the eye and appreciation of our judges. There were so many great designs. We appreciate all the grads who showed their style and creativity at Commencement '19.…

Read more: Decorating your cap is so worth it this year

Ceremony held for graduates 

THOMPSONVILLE, Ill. (May 15, 2019) — Rend Lake College's Certified Nurse Assistant program in Thompsonville celebrated a large class this year with the first-ever Pinning Ceremony last week at the high school. 

The student are part of the brand-new dual credit CNA program at Thompsonville High School. This is the…

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Dean of Student Affairs appointed
The board approved the appointment of Jeffery McGoy as Dean of Student Affairs, on a full-time, 48-week, non-tenure track, contract effective June 3, 2019. McGoy possesses the education and experience needed to be successful in the position. Previously, McGoy has worked with students at both…

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