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RVC Professor Awarded Grant to Preserve Rockford Education Desegregation Stories

Dr. Mathew Oakes has been awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Grant for a two-year oral history, archival, and instructional project on the legal and community history of desegregation and education in Rockford. The $60,000 grant will fund his project, “Chronicles of Change: Archiving Stories of Desegregation in Rockford Public Schools, 1989-2002.”

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RVC and Community College Partners receive Federal Grant to expand Manufacturing Training

Rock Valley Community College, in partnership with McHenry County College and Highland Community College, is set to bolster access to workforce training and skill development in high-demand manufacturing fields following the receipt of a $5.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor.


BHM Student Spotlight: Donavan Golden

In celebration of Black History Month, we proudly feature Donavan Golden, an exceptional student at Rock Valley College (RVC) whose journey embodies resilience, determination, and a commitment to academic excellence.


BHM Student Spotlight: Kavonnie Dotson

During Black History Month, we celebrate Kavonnie Dotson, a fantastic student at Rock Valley College. His journey shows us how hard work and determination can lead to success.


Rock Valley College Gets a Boost to Charge Up Its E-Vehicle Repair Program

Rock Valley College was awarded a competitive grant of $425,000 to expand and enhance its EV course offerings, initially launched in August 2023.


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