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.
ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE STUDENTS IN FREE ENTERPRISE (SIFE) GO INTERNATIONAL
March 9, 2010
Rock Valley College announces a student and faculty business trip to India. SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) and GSBI (Global Small Business Incubator) are collaborating efforts with JHOOLE (www.jhoole.org).
RVC to host annual Science Olympiad
March 5, 2010
Hundreds of area students will test their wits and creativity on Saturday, March 6, when they compete in the Northern Illinois Regional Science Olympiad at Rock Valley College from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the PEC on the RVC main campus.
Join one of the region’s fastest growing industries
March 5, 2010
Rock Valley College Adult Education will be hosting two information sessions on a new free program that will prepare you for a career in transportation, distribution and logistics (TDL).
Call to Board Meeting
March 5, 2010
The Board of Trustees of Community College District 511 (Rock Valley College) will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 in room 267 of the Stenstrom Center for Career Education for a committee meeting as a whole.
RVC First Tuesday Lecture Series: Renewable Energy Hybrid Systems
February 25, 2010
The Rock Valley College First Tuesday Lecture Series continues on March 2, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. in the RVC Student Center Atrium with Renewable Energy Hybrid Systems presented by Steve Fleeman and Joe Etminan, RVC Professors of Engineering.
Two RVC alums elected to Region IV Athletic Hall of Fame
February 19, 2010
Two former Rock Valley College tennis players have been elected to the Region IV Athletic Hall of Fame. Josh Gesner and Natasha Rapo join seven other coaches and players from Region IV schools to be elected as part of the 2010 class.
Over 600 high school students to compete in mathematics contest at RVC
February 18, 2010
Over 600 students from 28 area high schools will compete in the Illinois Council of Teachers of Mathematics High School Regional Mathematics Contest at Rock Valley College on Saturday, February 20, 2010.
Call to Board Meeting
February 17, 2010
The Board of Trustees of Community College District 511 (Rock Valley College) will meet on Tuesday, February 23, 2010.
Scholarship Applications for Rock Valley College are Now Available
February 17, 2010
Students who submit a scholarship application by May 3, 2010 will be eligible for scholarships for use during the fall 2010 and spring 2011 semesters. Scholarship recipients will be notified by mail in July, 2010.
Challenge Grant available through Entrepreneurship Center
February 17, 2010
Is your company poised for expansion resulting in job creation? Do you have a new product or service that can be rolled out with financial assistance? If so your company may qualify for a $5,000 matching Challenge Grant.
Annual RVC Juried High School Art Show
February 16, 2010
The opening reception for the annual RVC Juried High School Art Show will be March 3, 2010 from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. in the Estelle M. Black Library. The awards presentation will take place at 5:15 p.m. in the Performing Arts Room (lower level of the ERC).
RVC Announces WYSE Academic Challenge Results
February 15, 2010
Top students from 12 area high schools competed in the 2010 Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering (WYSE) Academic Challenge regional competition on Wednesday, February 10, at the Rock Valley College Stenstrom Center for Career Education.
RVC Engineers' Week Events
February 12, 2010
As part of National Engineers' Week, Rock Valley College will be hosting an Engineering College & Career Night on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Physical Education Center (PEC) on the RVC main campus.
Disaster Preparedness Workshop
February 11, 2010
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Rock Valley College is offering a “Disaster Preparedness” workshop on Thursday, February 18, 2010 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. (lunch provided) at the EIGERlab, 605 Fulton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103.
Football: Trio of Golden Eagles to sign letters of intent
February 10, 2010
RVC football players Kweku Arkoful, David Davenport, and Chris Muhammad will each sign letters of intent to play football at four-year schools in a brief ceremony this Friday, February 12 at 2:00 p.m. PEC room 108.
RVC Studio Theatre Announces Open Auditions for And Then There Were None
February 9, 2010
Rock Valley College is very happy to invite you to audition for the superlative mystery comedy And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie. Open Auditions will be held February 22-23, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the RVC Studio Theatre.
RVC Dental Hygiene Clinic seeks patients
February 9, 2010
Rock Valley College’s Dental Hygiene program is looking for patients that have not received regular routine dental hygiene care (cleanings) for at least 3 years. The clinic offers low-cost dental hygiene preventative dental services.
Auditions for RVC Starlight Theatre’s 44th season
February 9, 2010
Rock Valley College will be holding open auditions for this summer's Starlight Theatre. This year’s productions include Chicago, Aida, Annie, and Rent. Beginning February 15 call 921-2160 between 9am & 5pm weekdays to schedule an audition appointment.
Rock Valley College Announces Fall 2009 President's and Dean's List
February 8, 2010
The following students have earned recognition on Rock Valley College’s Fall 2009 President’s and Dean’s List.
RVC Announces WYSE Academic Challenge 2010
February 8, 2010
Top students from 12 area high schools will compete in the 2010 Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering Academic Challenge on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Rock Valley College Stenstrom Center.