Kishwaukee College

Kishwaukee College recently recognized 27 students for their completion of the college’s registered nursing program during a pinning ceremony.

Kishwaukee College recently celebrated 103 graduating students during its fall 2024 commencement ceremony.

In 2024, Network of Nations celebrated its 25th anniversary of building friendships between international students at NIU and Kishwaukee College and the local community.

Kishwaukee College will offer six fast-track training programs during the spring semester.

Kishwaukee College will host a commencement ceremony for its fall 2024 semester graduates.

Quinn Carrier scored 29 to lead the Sycamore gilrs, the Indian Creek boys won their ninth straight to start the year and the DeKalb-Sycamore co-op won at IMSA. That and more in the roundup

Indian Creek won its eighth straight game to start the year, DeKalb had four top-15 finishes at the Donnybrook in Iowa, plus other basketball and wrestling results.

Ally Poegel sets Genoa-Kingston steals record in Cogs girls basketball victory. That in more in the Daily Chronicle sports roundup.

The DeKalb girls basketball team improved to 4-1 on the year with a win over Harlem, plus other basketball and wrestling scores are in the roundup.

Sadie Lang scored 20 and Quinn Carrier 17 for Sycamore in a win, setting up a game against DeKalb at Burlington Central's final day.

Kishwaukee College recently was recognized as eligible for the U.S. Department of Education’s Postsecondary Success Recognition Program. The program acknowledges colleges and universities that showcase student access, affordability and inclusiveness.

Sadie Lang scored 20 points for Sycamore in a win while Cayla Evans scored 31 for Kishwaukee College in a loss. That and more in the roundup.

Kishwaukee College will host three information sessions for high school students to learn about the Early College Program or Engineering, Math and Science Academy.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently named Matt Duffy, DeKalb Chamber of Commerce executive director, a recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award.

The NIU men's basketball team dropped their 10th straight meeting to Bradley, while the Kishwaukee men won and the Kougar women lost.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently announced the creation of the Janice Vida Owens endowment fund.

At the Class 3A St. Laurence Sectional, the Knights’ season came to an end with a 25-8, 25-17 loss in a semifinal. Plus JUCO basketball results.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation recently distributed more than $260,000 in scholarships to hundreds of local students for the fall semester.

The Sycamore girls tennis team rolled to a 6-1 win against DeKalb, while the Kishwaukee College women's soccer team earned a tie on the road. That plus more soccer and golf in the roundup.

Kishwaukee College will host several events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month throughout September and October.

The recipients are Nia Burrows, Courtney Felder, Nick Hoffman, Aolani Perez, and Madison Rollins. The students were awarded high-end stethoscopes created by the 3M Community Support Group.

Kishwaukee College will offer Workplace Readiness Training for local businesses and employees to support expanding workforces.

The Albert and Frances Besserman endowment fund will aid the Kishwaukee College library and scholarships to students pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering or math.

Kishwaukee College will offer six fast-track training programs during the fall semester, available online, in-person and in hybrid formats. The programs range from eight to 15 weeks and allow students to start a career or build skills with additional training.

The Kishwaukee College SkillsUSA chapter recently earned medals, including multiple state titles, during the annual SkillsUSA Illinois Leadership and Skills Conference Championships.

Kishwaukee College president Laurie Borowicz has been named the 2024 recipient of the Gary W. Davis Ethical Leadership Award.

The Kishwaukee College Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award, meant to honor alumni who’ve contributed to their professions and communities to reflect the college’s values.

Participants can learn about the departments GED prep, English as a Second Language, Bridge to Careers and workforce or post-secondary education transition programs. No registration is required to attend.

Rylie Stoffregen and Reagan Tomlinson, both of Genoa, were named the recipients of Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists 2024 Health and Wellness Scholarship.

Kishwaukee College recently named DeKalb city manager Bill Nicklas as the recipient of the John C. Roberts Community Service Award.

DeKalb High School student Calvin VanderSchee and Indian Creek High School students Theo Baird and Emily Frazier recently earned associate degrees as part of Kishwaukee College’s early college program.

Kishwaukee College will host youth athletic soccer and volleyball camps for the summer at the college, 21193 Malta Road, Malta. Pre-registration is encouraged to attend.

Check out photo galleries from Class of 2024 graduations throughout DeKalb County covered by Shaw Local News Network.

Kishwaukee College recently celebrated 218 graduating students during its spring 2024 commencement ceremonies.

Kishwaukee College has named Matt Long as its new men’s basketball head coach.

Kishwaukee College recently recognized 23 students for their completion of the college’s registered nursing program during a pinning ceremony.

The sale will feature plants grown by the college’s horticulture students and faculty

Kishwaukee College recently welcomed 32 new members to the Alpha Rho Eta chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society for the 2023-24 academic year.

Kishwaukee College will host an open house for its Career and Technical Education programs Wednesday.

The Kishwaukee College horticulture department recently hosted Illinois certified professional florist coordinator Ronda Hess as part of the college’s Artist In Residence program.

Kishwaukee College nursing student Perla Gonzales recently was named the winner of the college’s 2024 Gandhi/King Peace Scholarship.

Volunteers took some time Monday to help beautify Hopkins Park during an Earth Day Clean Up event at the park in DeKalb.

The DeKalb Township will parter with Kishwaukee College and DeKalb County TRIAD to host a Senior Car Clinic, a chance for residents ages 60 or older to get their car serviced for free.

Pedro Hall recently was announced as the winner of Kishwaukee College’s 2024 Paul Simon Student Essay Contest.

The programs range from 11 to 20 weeks and allows students to start a career or build skills with additional training. Attendees need computer access and the internet for online programs. Some programs include a clinical component or an externship.

Kishwaukee College recently announced it removed about $375,000 in student fees, part of a plan officials have said is meant to boost enrollment and improve transparency surrounding costs for higher education.

Kishwaukee College will host several activities and events to celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March.

Kishwaukee College had 70% of its program graduates employed in a related field and 93.6% employed in the state of Illinois in 2023, according to technical graduate surveys.

The Kishwaukee Special Recreation Association will host a pinning ceremony to mark the start of its veterans programs this month.

Kishwaukee College awarded the Littman Stethoscope Award to five registered nursing program students for the spring semester.