Downtown West Campus
RVC has opened a new campus! The Downtown West campus is located at Chestnut and Winnebago/Rockton. We are excited to expand our offerings to better serve the western portion of our college district. The campus consists of two buildings: the Downtown Learning Center and the Downtown Training Center.
Downtown Training Center • 711 Green Street
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Automotive Service Technology
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Truck Driver Training
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Collision repair
Downtown Learning Center • 315 South Winnebago
- Adult Learner Programs
- Adult Education (GED and ESL)
- Refugee & Immigrant Services
- Human Services
- Criminal Justice
- Early Childhood Education
- Community Engagement Center (Conference Space)
RVC Downtown West
Rock Valley College is committed to expanding access to education throughout our community. When students have access to high quality programs with stackable credential close to home, they're able to create a clear pathway to success. Whether your goal is to enter the workforce quickly, advance your career, or transfer to a four year institution. RVC Downtown West is here to help you succeed, because the success of our students strengthens the future of our community. RVC Downtown West – Coming Fall 2026!
Timeline
Demolition
From September to October 2024, demo of the three buildings will take place with an anticipated completion of December 2024 - January 2025.
Milestones
We hosted a Groundbreaking Ceremony in March 2025, and celebrated with a Last Beam Ceremony in August 2025. A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held on August 14, 2026 to celebrate the grand opening.
Completion
The RVC Downtown West Campus officially welcomed students through its doors for the the fall 2026 semester.
Building Renderings
The following renderings have been shared courtesy of our project partners: Demonica Kemper Architects & Ringland-Johnson Construction Manager.
Exterior Views
The following renderings demonstrate views from various corners of the property as well as nearby street intersections.
Aerial view from the northeast corner.
Aerial view from the southwest corner.
Aerial view from the southeast corner.
Exterior view from the Winnebago & Chestnut intersection.
Exterior view from the Winnebago Street entry.
Exterior view from Chestnut Street.
Exterior view from Green Street.
Exterior view from the main parking lot.
Exterior view from Winnebago Street at dusk.
Downtown Learning Center
The Downtown Learning Center (DLC) is a two-story building featuring classrooms, offices, cafe space, and a flexible conference area. This building is located at 315 South Winnebago Street.
Main lobby and welcome desk of the DLC.
Main offices at the Downtown Learning Center.
Cafe featured on the first floor of the DLC.
Second-floor lobby space at the top of the stairs overlooking Rockford.
Second-floor prefunction area outside of the conference room(s).
Second-floor conference space featuring 1-3 rooms.
Second-floor seating continues past the conference space.
Downtown Training Center
The Downtown Training Center (DTC) is a split-level building that features large program labs and hallway hangout spots. This building is located at 711 Green Street.
The DTC lobby features a split to the two levels of the building.
The hallway leading to the automotive technician lab.
An inside look of the automotive technician lab.
Hallway seating and vending area located on the second floor.
Hallways offer several areas for seating and connection.
Naming Opportunities
While we are proud of the state-of-the-art facilities within RVC Downtown West, we know that buildings alone will not change lives. What changes lives are the opportunities that unfold inside of them. Downtown West will prepare students for meaningful careers in adult education, automotive technology, criminal justice, early childhood education, human services, and more.
These innovative facilities bring with it visible naming opportunities that directly support student scholarships housed within RVC’s newest campus and beyond. With the anticipated foot traffic of this campus welcoming students and community members alike, named classrooms and labs offer local organizations and employers a high-visibility opportunity to engage with potential members of the future workforce and community partners, all while directly supporting scholarships.
For more information, please contact the RVC Foundation at (815) 921-4500 or RVC-Foundation@RockValleyCollege.edu.
Downtown Learning Center
| Opportunity | Commitment (payable over 5 years unless noted) | Availability |
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| Learning Center Exterior Building Name | $2,000,000 (payable over 10 years with the option to renew) | Available |
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Community Engagement Center |
$500,000 | Available |
| Early Childhood Outdoor Greenspace/Playground | $75,000 | Available |
| Early Childhood Education Learning Lab | $75,000 | Available |
| General Classrooms | $75,000 (4) | Available (1) |
| Administrative Office Suite | $75,000 | Available |
| Tutoring Lab | $50,000 | Available |
| Conference Room | $50,000 | SOLD |
Downtown Training Center
| Opportunity | Commitment (payable over 5 years unless noted) | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Training Center Exterior Building Name | $2,000,000 (payable over 10 years with the option to renew) | Available |
| Automotive Technology Lab | $500,000 | SOLD |
| Collision Repair Lab | $200,000 | Available |
| Electric Vehicle Lab | $150,000 | Available |
| Automotive Paint Lab | $150,000 | Available |
| Training Center Lobby | $150,000 | SOLD |
| Transmission Lab | $100,000 | Available |
| Engine Lab | $100,000 | Available |
| Technical Classrooms | $75,000 (3) | Available (2) |
| Simulator Lab | $75,000 | Available |
| Advanced Driver Assistance System Lab | $50,000 | Available |
Contact Us
Questions? Contact RVC Communications & Marketing at
RVC-PublicRelations@rockvalleycollege.edu.