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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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Prospective Community College Trustee Candidates April 4 2023 Community College Board Election

The Consolidated Election for members of the Board of Trustees of Community College District No. 511 (Rock Valley College) is required to be held April 4, 2023. At this election, two board members shall be elected for a term of six years each. Said election shall be conducted by the County Clerks of the Counties within this District and the Board of Election Commissioners of the City of Rockford in the manner provided in the “Illinois Election Code” for conducting such elections.


Study Tips For College Success

Today's college courses require studying in different ways than what you may have learned in the past. Everyone has their unique style of learning. However, you'll want to avoid being a passive learner and actively engage in successful strategies to prepare for exams and quizzes while not relying solely on memorization. That way, you won't be left wondering, what did I just learn?


Online Associate Of Arts Offers Flexibility Affordability

At Rock Valley College, we strive to provide the same first-class learning experience online as students have come accustomed to in the face-to-face classroom. Our online learning is affordable, convenient, and flexible to fit your busy life.


Positivity Determination Leading To Bright Future

For many students, college can be overwhelming. Between late-night study sessions and early morning classes, students rely on developing study habits, maintaining healthy relationships, and taking advantage of campus resources. But what about students who double major?


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