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RLC Foundation commemorates 41st annual Golf Outing

Created: 17 September 2021

WHITTINGTON, IL (Sept. 17, 2021) – More than 175 golfers teed off last week at Rend Lake Golf Course for the 41^st Annual Rend Lake College Foundation Golf Outing.

This long-standing event raises tens of thousands of dollars every year to support the RLC Foundation’s strategic priorities, student scholarships and…

RLC celebrates the return of Fun Fest

Created: 16 September 2021

INA, Ill. (Sept. 16, 2021) - Rend Lake College students took Wednesday afternoon off to enjoy Fun Fest on the Ina campus.

Fun Fest, an annual event thrown by RLC faculty and staff for students, included several activities, including a baseball radar, inflatable games, karaoke, taco and nacho…

Late-Start fall classes begin Oct. 13

Created: 15 September 2021

There is still time to get started on a program or add some classes this fall at Rend Lake College. We're offering several late-start classes this fall semester with a start date of October 13. Financial aid is still available along with payment plans for those who qualify.

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RLC Car Show returns Oct. 9

Created: 14 September 2021

INA, IL (Sept. 14, 2021) -- Help support the next generation of automotive enthusiasts by participating in the 8th annual Rend Lake College Car show.

Taking place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct 9, the show will have a $15 registration fee that helps fund the RLC…

REND LAKE COLLEGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

Created: 10 September 2021

Please contact the Public Information Specialist at 618-437-5321, Ext. 1240 or by email if you have questions or need information.

Board of Trustees Meeting - September 14, 2021

Meeting Highlights

Under New Business, the Board:

Approved revisions to Rend Lake College Policy and Procedure 3.1530 – Holidays, second reading, effective September 14, 2021…

RLC student lands apprenticeship with North American Lighting

Created: 08 September 2021

Kyle Garrison of Mt. Vernon decided to enroll in the Pre-Apprenticeship program at Rend Lake College because he wanted to work in manufacturing. Less than three months later, he now works as an apprenticeship at North American Lighting in Salem and will continue to work there after he graduates with…

Gutter work along Warrior Way and the pool is completely filled in at new Event Center

Created: 01 September 2021

INA, Ill. (Sept. 1, 2021) -- The Rend Lake College campus continued this week to see upgrades to its major improvement projects. Much of the concrete work has been completed on the Academic building, so Litteken Construction Company in Breese moved on to replacing the gutters alongside the roof just outside…

Pfizer vaccine clinic held on RLC campus

Created: 01 September 2021

INA, Ill. (Sept. 1, 2021) -- Clinician Betty Deters readies a needle Wednesday afternoon during a Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination clinic, which was held in the gym on the Rend Lake College campus. The clinic was administered bythe Illinois Department of Public Health, and it was open to RLC students, faculty and…

RLC Fun Fest Set For Sept. 15

Created: 01 September 2021

INA, Ill. (Sept. 1, 2021) – Get ready to take a break and have a blast with the return of the Rend Lake College Fun Fest!

Fun Fest will take place on Sept. 15 from noon to 3 p.m. in the area near the South Oasis building, Waugh Gym and…

Schedule your appointment for Pfizer Vaccine Clinics on 9/1 & 9/22

Created: 31 August 2021

INA, Ill. (Aug. 31, 2021) — Students, faculty and staff can now schedule an appointment for the COVID-19 Pfizer Vaccination Clinic being administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health at RLC on 9/1 and 9/22.

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COVID-19 vaccine clinics to be held at RLC in September

Created: 26 August 2021

INA, Ill. (Aug. 26, 2021) – Rend Lake College is partnering with the state of Illinois to offer a couple of free COVID-19 vaccine clinics next month.

The clinic will be held on Sept. 1 in the Old Fitness Center Gym from noon to 6 p.m. It is available for…

RLC Student Experience Club plans Ice Cream Social for Sept. 1

Created: 25 August 2021

Join the Student Experience Club at Rend Lake College for an afternoon of socializing and discussion over a sundae.

Club members will be hosting an Ice Cream Social on Sept. 1 at 2 p.m. in the Student Center. The event is free, and it is an opportunity to discuss campus life…

Lunch on the Lake offers RLC students a catered break between classes

Created: 24 August 2021

INA, Ill. (Aug. 24, 2021) -- The popular campus event, Lunch on the Lake, returned Tuesday under Warrior Way. Representatives from the Rend Lake College's Enrollment Services team served a $4 cheeseburger lunch to students, staff members and others during the lunch hour rush between classes. There was also an…

Alumni Spotlight Series: Dr. Tammy Porter

Created: 24 August 2021

Dr. Tammy Porter, who graduated from the Rend Lake College nursing programs, has worked for 30 years in the healthcare industry. She recently published her doctorate research in a scholarly journal. (Click image for printable photo)

Rend Lake College alumna Dr. Tammy Porter can trace the success in her…