Southeastern Illinois College to expand Gregg Technology Center
A May groundbreaking marks a 17,700 square foot two level annex to the Robert I Gregg Technology Center on the Southeastern Illinois College campus in Harrisburg. The $6.5 million project will consolidate vocational programs including nursing, game preserve management, coal mining technology and massage therapy with new labs, offices, a conference center and smart classrooms funded in part by Gov. Blagojevich's Opportunity Returns program.
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Southeastern Illinois College: history and campus profile
Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg serves about 5,000 students annually with 175 full-time and 200 part-time staff. The campus features 40,000 volumes, 300 periodicals, and $3.6 million in annual financial aid. Programs extend to White County Center and multiple correctional and work camps. The Little Egypt heritage inspires an Egyptian-themed campus, including The Falconer newspaper, a falcon mascot, and sports teams named for Horus. The Forensic Falcons excel nationally, and the Art Gallery showcases regional and global artists as part of the Art Trail of Southern Illinois. The campus hosts basketball, baseball, softball, and competitive speech, with ongoing growth projections.
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Southeastern expands reach with online college programs
The college accelerates online courses and a planned online degree to reach more students. Since 1999, enrollment has jumped from 243 to 1955, with about 100 courses now offered. Programs include interactive video classes to Eldorado and Galatia high schools and email and online degree plans.
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Southeastern Illinois College Builds Career Path Through Partnerships
The college strengthens ties with SIU to guide students through transfers and affordable next steps while Vocational programs link students to local employers like Fabick Caterpillar. Fabick selects Southeastern's diesel tech program as a training partner to meet demand for diesel technicians and aid student employment.
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Illinois lawmaker and SIC alumnus Bradley dies at 117th District
Bradley, a Democratic member of the Illinois General Assembly representing the 117th District, is remembered after passing away. He previously earned degrees from Southeastern Illinois College, the University of Texas at Austin, and the University of Illinois. He praised his SIC years as among the best of his life.
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