Rock Valley College
Rockford, Illinois

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.

» Degree Programs
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» Course Descriptions
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» College Catalog
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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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Get Started! Find out how to get started at RVC! We make it easy for you to pursue your goals...

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?

» Campus Activities Board
» Clubs and Organizations
» Get Engaged
» Goose Groups
» Student Government
» Social Media
» Hispanic HS Leadership Conference

Get Engaged! Join a club, attend events, become a student leader. What's your passion?

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.

» Financial Aid
» Disability Support Services
» Career Services
» Academic and Transfer Advising
» First Year Experience
» Judicial Affairs
» Writing Center
» Tutoring Center

How can we help? Our focus is on student success. We're here to ensure you reach your goals.

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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» Booster Club
» Fitness, Wellness & Sport

Camps RVC volleyball is hosting three camps this summer. Register now!

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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» Library Catalog (Classic)
» Library Catalog (Tomcat)
» Library Databases
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» Research Guides
» Library Distance Learning Service

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Research Guides

The Rock Valley College Library Research Guides and Tutorials focus on topical resources to help in your research. Research Guides cover general topics, specific academic disciplines and academic  courses. There are also Guides and Tutorials that walk you through the research process.

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Web Tutorials
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Library Knowledge Handouts
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Online Catalog User Guide (Keyword Search) - Classic

Use the Rock Valley College Library Online Catalog Keyword Search to identify books, periodicals, government documents, E-Books and other material available in the Libraries.
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Online Catalog User Guide (Classic)

Use the Rock Valley College Library Online Catalog to identify books, periodicals, government documents, E-Books and other material available in the Libraries. Users can access it by going to the Library home page at http://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/Library/index.cfm and selecting the “Library Catalog” link located at the top of the left hand column.
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Database User Guides

These guides provide detailed information on using the Library's electronic databases:
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Allied Health Research Guide

Combined location for research tools designed to assist students in the Dental Hygiene, Nursing, Surgical Technology, and Respiratory Care Programs.

 Links to Health Related Library Article Databases

Important Links
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English & Composition

Assisting English & Composition students in their academic research in order to develop the fundamentals of writing clear, intelligent prose while developing analytical thinking skills, competence in reading and interpreting texts.
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Fitness, Wellness & Sport Research Guide

Fitness, Wellness & Sport imparts the values, experiences, and skills necessary for students' future leadership roles as scholars engaged in lifelong learning and as professionals serving their communities through the promotion of healthy behavior and lifestyles.

Library of Congress Classification System

  • Recreation, Outdoor Life
  • Physical Education and Training
  • Sports, Coaching
  • Human Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Health, Hygiene, Fitness
  • Sports Medicine
  • Exercise Therapy

Find articles in specific databases:

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Find holdings in RVC Library's Print Collection and Electronic Journals subscriptions:

Library Journals - Subject List

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Philosophy - World Religions Research Guide

World Religions is a survey of the major religions of the world. This course will include a philosophical examination of the histories and selected teachings, practices and institutions of major Eastern and Western religions, such as Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Ilsam, Jainism, Judaism, Shinto, Sikhism, and Taoism.

Library Catalog - Subject Headings

Reference Sources

E-Databases

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Web Sources
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STD 100 Research Guide

Orientation for College Students is designed to acquaint students with the community college, how it is organized, its offerings, and the role it plays in the community. Units of study also include an introduction to learning in college, the world of work, personal problems in college, student personnel services, and students’ values and needs.

Electronic Resources

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