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RVC Celebrates a Decade of Excellence at Massage Therapy Certificate Ceremony

• Events
• 05/16/2025

Rock Valley College marked a significant milestone on Tuesday, May 13, as the Massage Therapy program celebrated its 10th anniversary and honored its 16th graduating cohort

A Breath of Dedication: Celebrating Respiratory Care Graduates

• Events
• 05/15/2025

The atrium of Rock Valley College’s Stenstrom Student Center was filled with emotion and pride on Wednesday, May 14, as friends, family, faculty, and clinical partners gathered to honor the Respiratory Care Program’s Class of 2025. The pinning ceremony recognized graduates for their academic achievements and unwavering dedication to a profession that literally helps people breathe.

Expanding Access and Opportunity

• Category
• 05/14/2025

Illinois has an opportunity to take a bold, student-centered step forward by allowing community colleges to offer select, high-demand baccalaureate degrees. As president of Rock Valley College, I strongly support this legislation, not to compete with universities but to complement them.

Cultural Celebration Honors Graduates

• Events
• 05/14/2025

Rock Valley College proudly celebrated graduates' cultural heritage, academic achievements, and personal journeys at the Nuestras Raíces event on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. Translating to "Our Roots," the annual celebration brought together nearly 60 graduating students, their families, and community members in a vibrant and heartfelt tribute to identity, perseverance, and community.