Author Archives: Kevin Hunsperger

Ullin, IL – (February 21, 2025) – Shawnee Community College (SCC) proudly supports new legislation backed by Governor J.B. Pritzker to allow Illinois community colleges to offer baccalaureate degrees in high-demand fields.  The proposed bills, Senate Bill 2482 and House Bill 3717, aim to expand affordable, accessible, and flexible higher education opportunities while addressing the growing demand for skilled professionals in key industries. Data indicates a significant shortage of baccalaureate degree workers in operations management and entrepreneurship, healthcare administration, and various digital technology fields, including cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), and virtual reality (VR) programming. If granted the opportunity, SCC would target these areas for Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degrees, ensuring students gain the skills needed for in-demand careers while remaining in their communities, which preserves the taxpayer’s investment in their education.  “At SCC, we are committed to providing high-quality, affordable education that meets the needs of our students and […]

Shawnee Community College is set to host an inspiring Documentary Film Festival on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the college’s Educational Center in Ullin, Illinois.

Shawnee Community College is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our Spring 2024 semester honor students, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and academic excellence.

(Ullin, IL) December 20, 2024. The Board of Trustees of Shawnee Community College held its regular monthly meeting on December 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM, on the main campus and via teleconference. Several agenda items were addressed during the meeting. Complete board meeting minutes are available for viewing by visiting shawneecc.edu.   Agenda and Consent Agenda The Board approved the agenda and consent agenda which included approval of Regular Board minutes from November 21, 2024; Special Board Meeting Minutes, Board Finance Committee from December 6, 2024; acceptance of the treasurer’s report and personnel report items; and approval to continue confidentiality of closed session minutes.   FY24 Audit Results The Board accepted the FY24 audit results presented by MH CPA PLLC.   EMS Coordinator Position The Board approved the addition of a full-time EMS Coordinator.   Union County Extension Center The Board approved the three-year lease extension for the Union County […]

We want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to all who supported the Feed the Need Food Drive this fall.

The Board of Trustees of Shawnee Community College held its regular monthly meeting on October 17, 2024, at 6:00 PM, on the main campus and via teleconference. Several agenda items were addressed during the meeting.

As Illinois lawmakers prepare for the Fall Veto Session, Shawnee Community College is joining other community colleges around the state in encouraging lawmakers to continue funding the Pipeline for the Advancement of the Healthcare Workforce (PATH).

The Board of Trustees of Shawnee Community College held its regular monthly meeting on October 17, 2024, at 6:00 PM, on the main campus and via teleconference. Several agenda items were addressed during the meeting.

The Board of Trustees of Shawnee Community College held its  regular monthly meeting on September 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM, on the main campus and via  teleconference. Several agenda items were addressed during the meeting.

He’s an icon of novels, TV shows, movies, and animated films; now the story of Tarzan comes to the stage of Shawnee Community College.