Cummiskey Eyes Shrinking Budget to Grow Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg based Southeastern Illinois College president Ray Cummiskey outlines a string of initiatives including the Robert I Gregg Technology Center expansion funded by Opportunity Returns, the Small Business Development Center's management of Saline County Chamber of Commerce, and Connect SI broadband programs. He notes a balanced budget with a small surplus and emphasizes partnerships with local industries as key to regional economic development and a strong future.
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Southeastern Illinois College Growth and History in Harrisburg
Southeastern Illinois College traces roots to a 1955 practical nursing program in Harrisburg and began as a junior college in 1961. It moved to a new campus by 1971, earned full accreditation in 1976, and expanded with buildings through 1997. Today it serves over 5,000 students across multiple counties and facilities.
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College prepares SIC students for transfer to four-year schools
In Harrisburg Southeastern Illinois College emphasizes its "success starts here" philosophy. President Ray Cummiskey notes SIC consistently prepares students for the next step, with a strong transfer track to four-year universities. An SIU System Service Center opened on campus this August.
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Southeastern alumni shape Illinois politics across generations
Graduates of Southeastern Illinois College have a track record of political influence in Illinois. Former congressman David Phelps, class of 1967, rose from educator to Illinois General Assembly member before serving in the U S House from 1998 to 2003. His nephew Brandon Phelps, class of 1990, serves in the Illinois General Assembly for the 118th District, following a path from SIU to the Treasurer’s Office. John Bradley is another Southeastern alumnus in state politics, with further details noted on page 7B.
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