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College Closed Memorial Day

05-20-2013  ... [read more]

SVCC Honors 2013 Outstanding Alum Darin DeHaan

05-20-2013  As Sauk Valley Community College students received their degrees Friday night, they heard, firsthand, what the future can hold for them as the 2013 Outstanding Alumni Award was presented to Darin DeHaan of Oregon.... [read more]

Watch the Health Careers Pinning and Commencement videos!

05-16-2013  You can view the archived videos of the Health Careers Pinning and Commencement ceremonies by visiting Sauk's Ustream channel and clicking "Videos."... [read more]

SVCC Summer Hours Start May 20

05-16-2013  SVCC will switch to its four-day summer work schedule beginning Monday, May 20 and with regular schedules resuming August 12.  Summer office hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday with the College closed on Fridays.... [read more]

Get Important SVCC News & Information To Your Phone

05-13-2013  Get important information and news at the tip of your fingers by signing up for SVCC text alerts! Subscribe to receive quick, convenient information from our text groups (canceled classes, campus activities, important deadlines, personal notifications and more). You can subscribe or unsubscribe anyt... [read more]

SVCC and WIU Sign Dual Admission Degree Agreement

05-08-2013  Sauk Valley Community College representatives met with Western Illinois University-Quad Cities representatives on Tuesday, May 7 to sign an agreement that will allow students to concurrently enroll at both institutions to obtain a degree in recreation, park and tourism administration.... [read more]

De-stress for Finals! FREE Massage by Finney's Wellness Center

05-06-2013  De-stress before finals! If you are an SVCC student, make sure to stop by the area in front of the gym for a free eight-ten minute massage from 12-3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7.... [read more]

Learn About SVCC's Radiologic Technology Program

05-06-2013  Find out about requirements, deadlines, and general information at the radiology information meeting.... [read more]

Learn About the SVCC's Nursing Program

05-06-2013  Find out about requirements, deadlines, and general information at the nursing information meeting.... [read more]

SVCC Students: Don't Forget About Bookstore Buybacks and Rental Returns

05-01-2013  SVCC's Bookstore will hold its traditional Buyback Week Monday, May 13 through Friday, May 17. Students can return books Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-6p.m. and Friday 9 a.m.-4p.m. ... [read more]

SVCC Student Named to All-Illinois Academic Team

04-26-2013  Geoff LeMay of Sterling represented Sauk Valley Community College for this year’s Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team.... [read more]

Four SVCC Honors Students Receive Foundation Awards

04-26-2013  Four Sauk Valley Community College Honors Program students were recognized April 24 for their outstanding academic achievement.  The recipients include Andrew Cessna, Sterling; Abigail Davis, Chadwick; Allison Byrd, Sterling; and Len Michaels, Sterling.... [read more]

SVCC Students Showcase Talent at Performance Hour

04-26-2013  Sauk Valley Community College students will showcase their talents at the Fine Arts Performance Hour Thursday, May 9 at 7 p.m. in the SVCC’s Mathis Theatre.... [read more]

A Million Reasons Why Reaches SVCC

04-22-2013  Sauk Valley knows there are a million reasons why community colleges are the place to start higher education. That is why we have joined, like many other Illinois community colleges, the Illinois Community College Board’s A Million Reasons Why campaign this year.... [read more]

Learn About Careers and Job Opportunities at "Sauk Careers" Fair

04-18-2013  Sauk Valley Community College will hold the “Sauk Careers” Fair Thursday, May 2 from 3-7 p.m. in the SVCC West Mall. ... [read more]

Art Trip to Art Institute of Chicago April 25

04-10-2013  Take a trip to Chicago Thursday, April 25 to explore paintings, drawings, ceramics, sculptures and a special exhibit featuring Picasso. The bus will leave SVCC at 8 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. ... [read more]

SVCC Adjunct Faculty Job Fair

04-09-2013  Sauk Valley Community College is seeking individuals for part-time teaching positions in various subjects.  On Thursday, April 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., the College will hold an adjunct job fair to accept applications.... [read more]

Enjoy the Music Department's Doubleheader Sunday Concert

04-04-2013  The Sauk Valley Community College music department will present two concerts at two different locations on April 21.  The doubleheader Sunday kicks off with the SVCC concert band at 2:00 p.m. at the Historic Dixon Theatre.  The second concert of the doubleheader continues at 4:30 p.m. with... [read more]

Illinois Teacher of Year to Speak at SVCC

04-02-2013  Sauk Valley Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa and Future Educators Club will host “Education Around the World” Saturday, April 13. The keynote speaker for the event will be Josh Stumpenhorst, 2012 Illinois Teacher of the Year.... [read more]

Are We Up-to-Date with Technology? Take our Survey Through April 5

04-02-2013  SVCC students make sure to take part in our informational technology survey!  We want to know what is working and how we can help make your experience with educational technology of the highest quality.... [read more]

Celebrate the End of the Year at Sauk-a-palooza!

03-27-2013  Make sure you get a chance to celebrate the end of the semester at Sauk-a-palooza Wednesday, April 17.... [read more]

Get Your Laugh On with Ronnie Jordan

03-25-2013  Sauk Valley Community College invites the public to Mathis Theatre Thursday, April 11 at 7 p.m. to watch Comedian Ronnie Jordan for free.... [read more]

Get Ready for the 29th Annual Child Fair

03-25-2013  Sauk Valley Community College will host the 29th annual Child Fair “A World of Wonder” on Saturday, April 13 at SVCC. Booths will be open 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and a performance of the children’s play “Alice in Wonderland” begins at noon in the gym.... [read more]

Last TEAS Test for June 1 Deadline

03-21-2013  The TEAS test is required for application to the nursing programs. This is the last scheduled test for those in the ADN and LPN program wanting to reach the June 1 deadline.... [read more]

See How SVCC Students Do the Harlem Shake

03-20-2013  ... [read more]

SVCC Dixon Dual Credit Class Update; Two Classes to Be Held at SVCC

03-11-2013  Sauk Valley Community College will hold two Dixon High School dual credit classes at the College starting this week. These classes include Psychology (PSY) 103 and Speech (SPE) 131. Both classes are currently taught by SVCC instructors.... [read more]

Meet Over 20 Representatives at Illinois Private College and University Day

03-08-2013  Here is a chance to visit with representatives from many private colleges and universities in Illinois at one time. Whether you are considering transferring to a private institution or know that you are, this is your chance to ask all the questions at once. Don't miss out on getting the information ... [read more]

Candice DeLong Shares Her Story as a Woman on the Front Lines of the FBI

03-07-2013  Sauk Valley Community College invites the public to a free presentation Special Agent: My Life on the Front Lines as a Woman in the FBI by former FBI agent Candice DeLong Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m. in Mathis Theatre.... [read more]

DHS Dual Credit Classes Postponed During Dixon Public School Strike

03-01-2013  Sauk Valley Community College will cancel classes for its five dual credit courses offered at Dixon High School until the Dixon Public School strike is resolved.... [read more]

Check Out Our New Student Newspaper, "The Red Tail"

02-28-2013  At the end of every month, you will be able to learn what has and will be happening at SVCC. The new student newspaper, The Red Tail, will give you great reports and updates on news, sports, features and more!... [read more]