Have fun. Try stuff. RVC gives you opportunities to get involved. There are lots of student activities to choose from. We offer more than 20 clubs and organizations. Try your hands at student government. Join the staff of our campus newspaper. What's it going to be?
Women's History Month Check out the full list of Women's History Month events at RVC!
Whether your plan is to take classes and transfer to a four-year university or enter one of our career programs designed to get you into the workforce right away, Rock Valley College has what you are looking for. Select from one of our more than 60 transfer areas or more than 20 career programs.
At Rock Valley College, you're not just a number. Our highly respected faculty have master's degrees, doctorates and real-world experience. You won't be competing for attention in a huge lecture hall. Our average class size is 21, so you'll get a chance to interact, challenge and be challenged by your instructors.
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Whether you are new to the college or know your way around, we have a variety of services designed to help you succeed. We're here for you every step of the way.
EPS Our Educational Planning Sessions will give you a head start on what to expect at RVC.
The Estelle M. Black Library at Rock Valley College features nearly 75,000 volumes and more than 650 periodicals, and access to the interlibrary loan system. It also features spaces for individual and group study, and if you get thirsty, there's a coffee shop in the lobby!
RVC competes in NJCAA Division III in men's and women's basketball, women's volleyball, golf, baseball, softball, and men's and women's tennis. Not to brag, but we're pretty good at it. Our teams have won seven national championships and we have had more than 100 All-Americans.
First year head coach Misty Opat will look to build on the success of the last two seasons for the Golden Eagles. In the last two seasons, RVC has enjoyed a conference title (2007-2008), a trip to nationals after a regional championship (2008-2009), and saw the first ever NJCAA All-American for women's basketball at RVC (Simone Coburn, 2007-2008 & 2008-2009).
Golden Eagles' season ends with 81-80 loss to Joliet
RVC rallied from a 53-39 halftime deficit in the regional tournament play-in game at host Joliet on Tuesday night, but their valiant comeback fell one point short as their season ended with a 81-80 loss. Cierra Morris led the way for RVC with 26 points. Nicole Plum and Alexys Cleaver were also in double figures, scoring 13 and 11, respectively.
The Golden Eagles finish the 2009-2010 season with an overall record of 12-18 under first year head coach Misty Opat. They finished 7-7 in regular season conference play.