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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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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?


RVC Students Find A Sense Of Belonging At Starlight

As a freshman in high school, Jacob Thiede got involved with Rock Valley College's Starlight Theatre as a member of the running crew for The Addams Family. Jacob, now a freshman at RVC, is excited to be treading the boards in Starlight's latest production, How I Became a Pirate.


Supportive Experience Leads To Students Success

By now, it is not a secret that the pandemic has impacted the mental health of college students across the nation. According to BestColleges.com, "over 90% of college students have experienced negative mental health symptoms due to the pandemic."


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