Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

Athletics

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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.

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Academics

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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 30 career programs.

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Student Services

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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.

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Admission

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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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Library

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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!

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Student Life

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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?

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Get Engaged There are many ways to get engaged at RVC outside the classroom. Find out how...

Student Clubs

A variety of clubs are organized and operating on campus. These clubs engage in numerous activities, including field trips and social activities. The clubs in existence may vary from semester to semester, depending on student interest. 

Is your club planning to host an event? You will need to review the Student Club Event forms and determine which ones may be necessary for your event.

Currently Active Clubs
Club President
 Pres. Contact #
 Advisor Advisor Contact #
ALAS (Association of Latin American Students) Daniela Gonzalez
 (815) 494-7728
 Anita Bravo (815) 921-3376
Alpha Delta Nu
 Laquisha Thompson
Lora McClelland
 (815) 921-3272
Black Student Alliance (BSA) Devon McDonald (779) 770-3003

Ebony Caldwell

LaShun McGhee

(815) 921-4244

(815) 921-4284
Bowling Club (Men's)
 Spencer Hochmann
 (815) 222-9053
    
Bowling Club (Women's)
 Ashley Nieft
 (815) 222-4373
 DA Huff
 (815) 921-3801
CAB (Campus Activities Board) Sarah Cimarrusti
 (815) 921-4189
 Cara Patterson
 (815) 921-4173
That Club Than Which None
Greater Can Be Conceived (formerly Cerca Trova)		 Christopher McGill
 (404) 246-2723
 Chris Kramer (815) 921-3359
Chamber Singers
 Aubrey Schock
 (815) 721-5782
 Paul Laprade
 (815) 921-3347
Circle K Kim Kuczynski (815) 997-7046 Kanwal Prashar (815) 921-3373
Dental Hygienists Club Heather Hoelzer
 (815) 970-2537
 Melissa Salzmann (815) 921-4263
Electronic Music Club
 Skyler Gerdeman
 (815) 519-9814
 Nigath Ali
 (815) 921-4263
Rock Out (GSA- Gay Straight Alliance) Stephen Ramberg
Stacy McCaskill
 (815) 921-3102
Hip Hop Nation
 Anthworn Crain
 (815) 997-8085
 Elaine Shannon
 (815) 921-4258
History Club Megan Brugger
 (815) 713-9688
 Dan Blumlo
 (850) 212-6139
InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Rachel Cannell
 (815) 262-5924
 Jenny Morgan (815) 921-2361
Islamic Awareness Association
(Muslim Student Association)		 Sakenah Samarah
 (815) 222-1115
 Dan Blumlo
 (850) 212-6139
JMC (Japanese Multimedia Club) Jacqueline Nilson (815) 298-7407
 Robert D'Alonzo (815) 921-3339
Multicultural Club Jermar Mitchell
 (779) 772-0325
 Mary Foreman (815) 921-4251
Music Educators Club Johnny Lammersfeld
 (815) 271-0543
 Paul Laprade (815) 921-3347
Physics and Engineering Club (PAEC)
 Audrey Pearson
 (815) 323-8746
 Dr. Richard Ross
 (815) 921-3413
PTK (Phi Theta Kappa) Lindsey Norberg
 (815) 505-1815
 Tim Spielman (815) 921-4104
Psy/Soc Research Club Lowell Thompson
 (815) 708-3383
Running Start Club Courtney Thomas
 (815) 980-1794
 Linda Auman (815) 921-4086
RVC First Steps Ban Benilam   Jessica Brady (815) 921-4273
RVC Math Club Luke Bonnen   Paul Gunsul (815) 921-3462
RVC Student Veterans Association
 Jerry Egilske
 (815) 558-0139
 Suzanne Swenson
 (815) 921-4163
SGA (Student Government Association) Daniel Slabaugh
 (815) 921-4178
 Quiana Preston (815) 921-4187
SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) Sue Priebe
 (815) 871-1284

Suzanne Dooley

Stacy McCaskill

(815) 921-4286

(815) 921-3102
Students for Better Breathing
 Dana Moore
 (815) 519-8268
 Jacki Moss
 (815) 921-3204
Sustainable Energy Club
 Johnnie Murwar
 (815) 670-6436
 Stephen Fleeman (815) 921-3060
Table Top Gaming Club
 Christopher Landis
 (815) 298-3276
 Joab Irwin
 (815) 921-1543
Ultimate Frisbee Club Tim Kotnour (509) 540-2551 Dave Costello (815) 921-4516
 

Clubs that are currently inactive (not chartered)

These clubs could potentially be reinstated if there is enough interest. Contact Student Life: (815) 921-4190.

ALUCARD
Asian Student Association
Association for Women in Computing
Ceramic Arts
Chess Club
Cigar Club
College Republicans
Computer Club
Criminal Justice Association
Fellowship of Catholic University Students
Film Club
Gamer’s Club
Gay-Straight Alliance
Geocachers Club
Hard Core Club
Hit & Run Productions
Liberty Now
Model Illinois Government
SHAPE Club
Skydiving Club
Spirit Squad
Sports Medicine Club
Stomp Squad
Swing Dance Club
Transfer Club
Voices
Women to Women

Student Leader Guide

Student Leader GuideThis guide is designed to familiarize the club’s leadership with the rules and policies related to Student Clubs, thereby helping the club to be successful. It was created to serve as a resource to you and your club advisor. It will provide direction and information necessary to make your leadership role a pleasant one. Student groups are afforded privileges as recognition of the importance of the out-of-class experience. These privileges are reserved for all registered clubs that are in good standing with the Student Life office and Rock Valley College.