Recent News Releases
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Success Series Workshops- 09-19-2023 Student Success Series Workshops...
Ag Career Fair & Expo 9/14- 09-07-2023 Learn more about Ag in the Sauk Valley during SVCC’s Ag Career Fair & Expo! Whether you’re a high school student, college student, or an experienced Ag professional, don’t miss this free event. ...
Babysitting Training 10/9- 09-07-2023 Learn how to be a safe, professional, and reliable babysitter. Training includes topics such as choosing age appropriate activities, basic child care, professionalism, and safety. Training is certified through the American Red Cross. Babysitting kit and certification included....
Study Abroad Spring & Summer 2024- 09-06-2023 Study abroad opportunities are now available for Spring and Summer 2024. 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...
Cultural Celebration 10/11- 09-06-2023 SVCC Cultural Celebration...
C.L. Lindsay 9/19- 09-06-2023 ...
Civic Engagement Panel- 09-06-2023 A nonpartisan panel discussion with local civic leaders. Facilitated by SVCC Dean of Student Services, Joe Strabala-Bright....
Sports Officiating Class Starts September 11- 09-01-2023 Sports Officiating Class...
State University Transfer Day 10/12- 08-24-2023 Meet with various universities from Illinois to learn more about the institution, and explore options for your next step after SVCC!...
Labor Day 9/4- 08-24-2023 SVCC campus will be closed on Monday, September 4 for Labor Day....
still looking for connection art exhibit- 08-22-2023 The Sauk Art Gallery Presents:...
Beetlejuice the Musical 11/7- 08-22-2023 Experience opening night of Beetlejuice the Musical with SVCC Community Education....
Pizza With the Prez- 08-22-2023 SVCC students are invited to enjoy pizza with SVCC president, Dr. David Hellmich....
Iceland Trip Preview- 08-22-2023 SVCC Community Education invites you to experience the "land of fire and ice" and chase the aurora borealis across an ethereal wonderland. Spend your days surrounded by natural wonders and your nights in search of the elusive dancing lights....
Wrigley Field Tour 9-28- 08-02-2023 Join SVCC Community Education on a ...
Create-A-Bear 8/15- 08-02-2023 ...
Caricaturist Kevin Berg August 14- 08-02-2023 Kevin Berg will be offering free caricatures to kick off the Fall semester....
Fall SaukFest 8/30- 08-02-2023 Students can enjoy free food, giveaways, and fun!...
Traveling World of Reptiles 8-23- 08-02-2023 Interactive & Hands-On!...
EMT Program Info Session- 06-21-2023 EMT Basic Program...
Offices Closed July 4- 06-21-2023 SVCC offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day....
College for Kids- 06-21-2023 College for Kids provides fun, informative classes to students entering 3rd through 8th grades....
Juneteenth - offices closed- 06-15-2023 SVCC offices closed June 19 in observance of Juneteenth....
Memorial Day - Offices Closed- 05-09-2023 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- 05-09-2023 ...
Summer Hours- 04-24-2023 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- 04-18-2023 SVCC Faculty & Staff Art Exhibit ...
Child Fair June 3- 04-18-2023 38th Annual Child Fair...
Industrial Maintenance Boot Camp- 04-18-2023 ...
Sports Officiating Course- 04-11-2023 ...
Final Study Session May 7- 04-11-2023 Pizza Party Study Session...
Plan to Register Early!- 04-05-2023 To find out if you need an academic advisor approval to register, simply:...
Major Fair 4/19- 04-03-2023 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- 03-21-2023 SVCC Accepts FFA State Degree for Credit...
What Were You Wearing? Exhibit- 03-21-2023 What Were You Wearing? Exhibit...
Chris Singleton 4/5- 03-21-2023 Sauk Valley Community College Presents...
Business Pathways for Entrepreneurs Panel April 20- 03-21-2023 Join McFalls, Berge & Associates for...
Fine Arts Performance Hour 3/30- 03-21-2023 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- 03-21-2023 ...
Spring Blood Drive 3/27- 03-06-2023 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- 03-01-2023 Extended Trip Preview...
Spring Break Bookstore Sale- 02-28-2023 ...
Auto Tech Program starts May 30- 02-22-2023 Entry-Level Automotive Technician Program...
Offices Closed 3/17- 02-22-2023 SVCC Offices will be closed for Spring Break on March 17....
Spring Break 3/11 - 3/19- 02-22-2023 Spring Break...
Spring Band Concert 3/20- 02-22-2023 SVCC Music Department Presents...
Electronic Violinist & DJ 3/20- 02-22-2023 Electronic Violinist & DJ - Alex Ahn...
Ultimate Laser Tag 3/10- 02-22-2023 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
- 02-22-2023 Potential Nursing & Rad Tech Students...
Student Government Association Nominations due April 5- 02-13-2023 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- 02-13-2023 ...
The Secrets to Being Unstoppable 3/1- 01-30-2023 ...
Project VITAL Tutor Training- 01-30-2023 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- 01-30-2023 Looking for feedback on your writing?...
Jason LeVasseur 2/17- 01-30-2023 How to Be a Rock Star Student presented by Jason LeVasseur...
Experience Wine Country & Galena- 01-17-2023 Experience Wine Country & Galena...
Pizza with the Prez 2/15- 01-17-2023 SVCC's Student Government Association invites you to...
Summer & Fall Study Abroad- 01-17-2023 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- 01-17-2023 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- 01-10-2023 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- 01-10-2023 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- 12-22-2022 Conversations & Cookies with Cortez...
SaukFest February 1- 12-22-2022 Enjoy FREE food & fun!...
Caricaturist Kevin Burg January 17- 12-22-2022 Kevin Berg will be offering free caricatures to kick off the Fall semester....
13 Stories Gallery- 12-19-2022 The Sauk Art Gallery Presents:...
Offices Closed January 16- 12-19-2022 Offices are closed Monday, January 16 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day....
Holiday Break- 11-30-2022 Happy holidays from SVCC!...
The Academy Application Deadline 2/1- 11-30-2022 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- 11-15-2022 Tuition for the SPRING semester is due Monday, December 5. ...
Pizza Party Study Session 12/4- 11-09-2022 Tutoring help for finals and FREE PIZZA...
Fall Break 11/23 - 11/25- 11-09-2022 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- 11-02-2022 Enrollment is open now for WINTER courses. ...
Chicago Bus Trip- 11-02-2022 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- 11-01-2022 Spring 2023...
Spring 2023 Express Registration - 11-01-2022 December 12-15, 19-22 and January 3-5, 9-12...
Perry Slade Art Exhibit- 10-20-2022 ...
Tacos with Trustees 11/9- 10-20-2022 Tacos with Trustees...
Speaker & Mental Health Advocate 11/7- 10-13-2022 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- 10-13-2022 ...
Fall Blood Drive 2022- 10-05-2022 Fall Blood Drive...
Election 2022 Dates- 10-05-2022 ...
ALICE Training- 10-05-2022 ALICE Training with SVCC College Resource Officer, Kyle Kellen...
Speaker Dr. Joshua Fredenburg- 10-05-2022 Foundational Leadership Strategies for Leaders That Have A Desire to Make An Impact In Their Community, Nation, and World!...
Fall Band Concert 10/2- 09-28-2022 Fall Band Concert...
State University Transfer Day- 09-27-2022 Meet with various universities from Illinois to learn more about the institution, and explore options for your next step after SVCC!...
Student Ambassador Application- 09-22-2022 ...
Freedom 5K November 12- 09-19-2022 Sauk Valley Community College and Run for Rescues Presents...
Speaker Nicole Kelly October 5- 09-14-2022 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- 09-14-2022 September Is Suicide Awareness Month Join Us For:...
Cultural Celebration October 12- 08-29-2022 SVCC Cultural Celebration...
The Oregon Years Gallery Reception- 08-29-2022 The Sauk Art Gallery Presents:...
Pizza with the Prez- 08-29-2022 SVCC's Student Government Association invites you to...
Saul Flores September 19- 08-29-2022 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month ...
SVCC Offices Closed - Labor Day- 08-17-2022 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- 08-15-2022 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- 08-15-2022 Holy Cow! Wrigley Field Tour...
Donuts with the Dean of Students- 08-08-2022 Wednesday, August 17...
Alex Fischbach in Concert August 24- 08-08-2022 Catch Morrison native, Alex Fischbach live at SVCC. Alex, a local singer/songwriter, competed on American Idol in 2015....