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Recent News Releases

Here you will find the most recent news releases. You can also check out the monthly archives or search below.


Memorial Day - Offices Closed
  SVCC offices will be closed on Monday, May 29 in observance of Memorial Day. Office hours will resume on Tuesday, May 30....
Blood Drive 6/28
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Summer Hours
  SVCC summer hours start May 19 and run through August 4. Campus will be closed on Fridays during this time. Individual department hours Monday through Thursday may vary. ...
Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit
  SVCC Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit ...
Child Fair June 3
  38th Annual Child Fair...
Industrial Maintenance Boot Camp
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Sports Officiating Course
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Final Study Session May 7
  Pizza Party Study Session...
Plan to Register Early!
  To find out if you need an academic advisor approval to register, simply:...
Major Fair 4/19
  Learn about different fields of study by talking one-on-one with area experts - SVCC instructors! Instructors will be set up and ready to answer any questions about their areas of expertise. Students will be encourages to ask questions, try to find a major that feels like a good fit, and learn about...
State FFA Degree for SVCC Credit
  SVCC Accepts FFA State Degree for Credit...
What Were You Wearing? Exhibit
  What Were You Wearing? Exhibit...
Chris Singleton 4/5
  Sauk Valley Community College Presents...
Business Pathways for Entrepreneurs Panel April 20
  Join McFalls, Berge & Associates for...
Fine Arts Performance Hour 3/30
  Enjoy the Student Art Exhibit opening reception starting at 5:00 p.m. in the Art Exhibit, then make your way to the Fine Arts Performance Hour in the Mathis Theatre starting at 7:00 p.m....
Student Art Exhibit and Performance Hour
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Spring Blood Drive 3/27
  SVCC will host the American Red Cross blood drive on Monday, March 27 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in SVCC's Dillon Mall. Donate and receive a free gift card....
Ireland Trip Preview 4/26 - RESCHEDULED
  Extended Trip Preview...
Spring Break Bookstore Sale
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Auto Tech Program starts May 30
  Entry-Level Automotive Technician Program...
Offices Closed 3/17
  SVCC Offices will be closed for Spring Break on March 17....
Spring Break 3/11 - 3/19
  Spring Break...
Spring Band Concert 3/20
  SVCC Music Department Presents...
Electronic Violinist & DJ 3/20
  Electronic Violinist & DJ - Alex Ahn...
Ultimate Laser Tag 3/10
  Join Student Government for some indoor laser tag fun with your friends! Get your team of 5 together and compete! Games will operate every 15 minutes on a first-come, first-serve basis. ...
Nursing & Rad Tech Application Deadline 3/1
  Potential Nursing & Rad Tech Students...
Student Government Association Nominations due April 5
  SGA invites students to run for 2023-2024 Student Government. If you or someone you know meets the SGA requirements, please consider applying for the positions. Deadline: April 5.   ...
Private Illinois Colleges and Universities - February 23
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The Secrets to Being Unstoppable 3/1
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Project VITAL Tutor Training
  Training sessions are March 3,10, 24, and 31 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. in SVCC's Adult Education Department, Rm 1J1....
Writing Center
  Looking for feedback on your writing?...
Jason LeVasseur 2/17
  How to Be a Rock Star Student presented by Jason LeVasseur...
Experience Wine Country & Galena
  Experience Wine Country & Galena...
Pizza with the Prez 2/15
  SVCC's Student Government Association invites you to...
Summer & Fall Study Abroad
  Study abroad opportunities are now available for Summer and Fall 2023. Deadline to apply for Summer is February 15 or March 15 depending on the program of study. Fall deadline is May 15. For more information, visit svcc.edu/studyabroad or email Professor Paul R. Edleman at paul.e...
Explore Sauk February 20
  Visit our beautiful campus and learn more about our programs of study, financial aid and scholarships, students activities and so much more. Let us show you how "Sauk makes it possible - YOU make it happen!"...
Test Anxiety: How to Cope
  Learn to utilize resources to cope with test anxiety. This seminar will cover the Calm app, the Emotional Freedom Technique, and you’ll make your own stress ball.  ...
Job Fair April 12
  Local employers are invited to participate in this community wide job fair. Please visit svcc.edu/jobfair or call Dana Chacon at 815-835-6294 to register....
Conversation & Cookies with Cortez 1/25
  Conversations & Cookies with Cortez...
SaukFest February 1
  Enjoy FREE food & fun!...
Caricaturist Kevin Burg January 17
  Kevin Berg will be offering free caricatures to kick off the Fall semester....
13 Stories Gallery
  The Sauk Art Gallery Presents:...
Offices Closed January 16
  Offices are closed Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day....
Holiday Break
  Happy holidays from SVCC!...
The Academy Application Deadline 2/1
  The Academy at Sauk Valley Community College (SVCC) is currently accepting applications from area high school juniors for fall 2023 classes. Applications and all supporting documents are accepted online at svcc.edu/academy and are due by midnight on Wednesday, February 1, 2023.The Academy ...
Spring Tuition Due December 5
  Tuition for the SPRING semester is due Monday, December 5. ...
Pizza Party Study Session 12/4
  Tutoring help for finals and FREE PIZZA...
Fall Break 11/23 - 11/25
  Sauk Valley Community College will close for fall break at the end of business day Tuesday, November 22. Offices will reopen Monday, November 28. ...
Wintermester 2022
  Enrollment is open now for WINTER courses. ...
Chicago Bus Trip
  Travel with us in person to enjoy the sights and sounds of Chicago. Explore the city’s museums, shops and eateries. This self-guided trip allows you and your friends to enjoy the city without bothersome schedules, stressful driving, and parking hassles. (All Ages)...
Spring 2023 Registration Dates
  Spring 2023...
Spring 2023 Express Registration
  December 12-15, 19-22 and January 3-5, 9-12...
Perry Slade Art Exhibit
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Tacos with Trustees 11/9
  Tacos with Trustees...
Speaker & Mental Health Advocate 11/7
  A lesson in accountability, passion, and perseverance. From star athlete, to prison inmate, to MBA recipient. Ethan draws from his life experience to challenges, motivate, and inspire his audience....
Illusionist Christopher Carter 11/16
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Fall Blood Drive 2022
  Fall Blood Drive...
Election 2022 Dates
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ALICE Training
  ALICE Training with SVCC College Resource Officer, Kyle Kellen...
Speaker Dr. Joshua Fredenburg
  Foundational Leadership Strategies for Leaders That Have A Desire to Make An Impact In Their Community, Nation, and World!...
Fall Band Concert 10/2
  Fall Band Concert...
State University Transfer Day
  Meet with various universities from Illinois to learn more about the institution, and explore options for your next step after SVCC!...
Student Ambassador Application
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Freedom 5K November 12
  Sauk Valley Community College and Run for Rescues Presents...
Speaker Nicole Kelly October 5
  Born without her left forearm, Nicole’s mission is to empower people of all ages who feel different to achieve their goals and exceed limitations. She is an advocate for the Disability Community and Former Miss Iowa 2013....
Suicide Awareness for Everyone 9/28
  September Is Suicide Awareness Month Join Us For:...
Cultural Celebration October 12
  SVCC Cultural Celebration...
The Oregon Years Gallery Reception
  The Sauk Art Gallery Presents:...
Pizza with the Prez
  SVCC's Student Government Association invites you to...
Saul Flores September 19
  Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month ...
SVCC Offices Closed - Labor Day
  SVCC offices will be closed on Monday, September 5 in observance of Labor Day. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, September 6....
Study Abroad Spring & Summer 2023
  Study abroad opportunities are now available for Spring and Summer 2023. Deadline to apply for Spring is October 15. Summer deadline is February 15 or March 15 depending on the program of study. For more information, visit svcc.edu/studyabroad or email Professor Paul R. Edleman at pau...
Wrigley Field Tour 9/22
  Holy Cow! Wrigley Field Tour...
Donuts with the Dean of Students
  Wednesday, August 17...
Alex Fischbach in Concert August 24
  Catch Morrison native, Alex Fischbach live at SVCC. Alex, a local singer/songwriter, competed on American Idol in 2015....
SaukFest August 31
  Enjoy FREE food & fun!...
Test Anxiety: How to Cope
  Learn to utilize resources to cope with test anxiety. This seminar will cover the Calm app, the Emotional Freedom Technique, and you’ll make your own stress ball.  ...
Caricaturist Kevin Berg August 15
  Kevin Berg will be offering free caricatures to kick off the Fall semester....
Campus Closed for Training on 8/12
  Campus will be closed on Friday, August 12 for faculty and staff training....
EMT Course Starts 8/1
  This Emergency Medical Technician Basic course is designed to train police, fire, rescue personnel and persons interested in the techniques of prehospital emergency care. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to provide basic emergency medical assistance to people in need....
Campus Closed on July 4
  SVCC campus will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day....
Lee and Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundations Host Matching Funds Campaign for SVCC Ag
  The Lee and Whiteside County Farm Bureau Foundations are launching a campaign to grow SVCC’s Ag Animal Science lab. Together, the two Farm Bureau foundations will match up to $10,000 during the campaign, which will run from June 1 through August 31 of 2022....
Sterling Township Contributes to SVCC’s Campaign
  Sterling Township Contributes to SVCC’s Campaign...
2022 Alumni Award Recipients Announced
  Sauk Valley Community College Alumni Association will recognize three outstanding alumni during the annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 13 on the SVCC campus....
Child Fair June 4
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Summer Blood Drive
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Campus Closed for Memorial Day
  SVCC campus will be closed on Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day....
Updated Campus Summer Hours
  SVCC campus will be closed on Fridays over the summer. Offices may have adjusted hours Monday-Thursday. Please check with individual departments as to their summer office hours....
2022 Commencement & Pinning
  Sauk Valley Community College will hold the 2022 Commencement and Health Careers Pinning ceremonies on Friday, May 13. ...
Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit
  The Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit...
College for Kids
  College for Kids...
SVCC Days of Giving May 2 & 3
  Sauk Valley Community College announces its Days of Giving, May 2 and 3. Days of Giving is a 48-hour, online, social-media driven campaign to support SVCC’s students, programs and initiatives....
Meet the Majors Fair
  Meet the Majors Fair...
Annual Student Art Exhibition & Fine Art Performance Hour
  SVCC Art & Humanities Department Presents:...
Auto Tech Program
  SVCC and The Career Center Partner for Automotive Program...
Experience Galena 4/30
  Experience Galena                                   ...
Job Fair 4/14
  Sauk Valley Community College will host a job fair on Thursday, April 14.  Area employers will be available 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. for networking and discussing open positions. ...
NEW Library Study Pods
  Find your new favorite place to study in the SVCC Learning Commons study pods. Here's what they offer:...