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RVC Breaks Ground on New Campus
Rock Valley College (RVC) officially broke ground on its new Downtown West Campus on Thursday, March 27, celebrating with nearly 100 employees, stakeholders, and community partners in attendance. The campus, located at the intersection of Chestnut and Winnebago Streets in downtown Rockford, will house a variety of programs targeted at adult learners and is scheduled to open in August 2026.
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RVC Employees Lead Workshop for Global Educators
Attendees at the October American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Conference on Global Learning were able to learn from RVC’s very own Danielle Hardesty (professor of philosophy) and Dr. Lisa Mehlig (executive director of outcomes assessment/HLC liaison). Together, the dynamic duo shared their expertise in the area of equity-based assessment practices.
RVC Announces New Jazz Ensemble Director
Rock Valley College is pleased to announce Mr. Thomas Stein as the new Jazz Ensemble Director. Mr. Stein has been sharing his expertise with students of all ages in the northern Illinois region for many years. With such a diverse educational background, he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his teaching.
Rock Valley College Traffic Safety Named 2022 DDC Training Center of the Year Award Recipient
The National Safety Council (NSC) is pleased to announce that Rock Valley College Traffic Safety has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious 2022 DDC Training Center of the Year Award.
RVC Celebrates Employees at Professional Development Day
RVC holds a Professional Development Day for staff and faculty each academic year in the Spring and Fall.
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