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RVC Launches Common Reading Initiative

• Students
• 08/01/2023

Rock Valley College is excited to launch its first common read program featuring the bestselling novel Educated by Tara Westover. Students, faculty, and staff are invited to take part in this shared experience. Individuals read at their own pace throughout the summer and attend an in-person celebration and discussion scheduled for 1-3 p.m. on August 17.

RVC Graduate Named Illinois Student Veteran of the Year

• Students
• 07/31/2023

Ryan Russell, a 2023 graduate of Rock Valley College, has been named Illinois Student Veteran of the Year by the Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs (IDVA) and the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH). This marks the fourth year for the award and the first community college recipient.

The Fab Five

• Students
• 07/26/2023

You've likely heard of the "Fabulous Four," but have you heard of the Fabulous Five? And no, we are not referring to Yoko Ono. Rather, we are referring to the most recent graduates of Rock Valley College's Massage Therapy program: Lilia Mendoza, Shauniqua Jones, Jozlynn Overton, Monica Snyder, and Tracy Orims. So, how did they earn this title?

Jaden Newson Crosses the Line at RVC

• Students
• 07/13/2023

Jaden's decision to attend college far away was underlined by crossing the line, a running theme in her family. The road to success at RVC was challenging, but Jaden met every hurdle head-on.