Sauk Valley Community College

10/05/2026

Take a trip with SVCC's Community Education to see Jersey Boys live from CIBC Theatre in Chicago! From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s too good to be true.

Wednesday, November 18
8:45 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
CIBC Theatre • Chicago, IL
Seat Location - Balcony • $99 per person

This trip includes motorcoach transportation, a show ticket, gratuities, and travel snacks. Lunch in Chicago and dinner at Portillo's will be on your own. Open to guests ages 12 and up.

To learn more and register online, visit svcc.edu/trips. For more information, call Brenda at 815-835-6212.

10/05/2026

We want to learn more about your experience at Sauk Valley Community
College, and we need your help! Please take 5 minutes to complete our short survey about your experiences and challenges as a college student at Sauk. All answers are completely anonymous and will be used to improve how we support students in meeting their goals.

As a thank-you, students who complete the survey can choose to enter a drawing to win one of two $50 Spring 2027 Tuition Waivers or one of ten free drink cards for the Skyhawk Coffee Bar. The survey will be available until Tuesday, October 13.

Take the survey at: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SVCCStudentExperience26

If you have questions or concerns regarding the survey, please contact
Sarah McFarlane at [email protected] or 815-835-6312.

10/05/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the recognition of our SBDC Director, Justin Bergman! Justin has been named a 2026 Illinois State Star, an award that recognizes outstanding performance and leadership within the Illinois SBDC Network.

Sauk is proud to celebrate Justin, and we are honored to have such a dedicated member of the SBDC serving the Sauk Valley! Click below to read more about the award.

The national recognition honors outstanding SBDC professionals who demonstrate exceptional leadership, client service, and measurable contributions to small-business growth. State Stars are selected by their respective SBDC networks as individuals who exemplify strong performance, make significant c...

09/29/2026

We’re back with a new Sauk Minute featuring Dr. Mandrell and SGA! Don’t miss out on this week’s exciting events.

09/23/2026

Only a few days left! Her Majesty’s Radio Theatre’s is bringing one of Sherlock Holmes’ most famous cases to stage this weekend: The Hound of the Baskervilles! This is classic Sherlock Holmes as you've never seen it before, performed by Dave Roden, Jeff Sudakov, and a variety of sound machines by Edward Koizumi; you’ll be transported right back to 1959. The show will be performed in the Jerry Mathis Theatre at Sauk Valley Community College:

Special ticket pricing is available for students only, only $10 a ticket!

🎟️ FRIDAY at 7:30 PM
https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/dixonstageleft/7442/event/1479435
🎟️ SATURDAY at 7:30 PM
https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/dixonstageleft/7442/event/1479432
🎟️ SUNDAY at 2:00 PM
https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/dixonstageleft/7442/event/1479433

09/18/2026

Our Open House is back! Join us on Tuesday, October 13 for an evening of exploration at Sauk. Learn about our career-ready pathways and student resources, take a campus tour, and receive help completing your FAFSA!

Tuesday, October 13
4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Sauk Valley Community College

Your Sauk journey starts here! Have questions? Contact our Student Recruitment Coordinators, Sarah Partington at 815-835-6266 and Lyndsey Kelly at 815-835-6316.

Learn more at svcc.edu/openhouse26.

09/16/2026

SVCC Impact students and the Learning Commons have come together to bring FREE tutoring to our local high school students.

Is your student having some challenges with their coursework? Maybe they need more guidance on an assignment or project? Sauk Valley area high school students can visit our campus and receive help provided by our Impact tutors. Our tutors cover math, science, and writing.

Don’t wait to get the support you need! Tutoring takes place on Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Learning Commons Library. To get started, fill out the registration form: https://forms.gle/bi2WwQCH29HkFoD97

09/16/2026

Join our Career Services Department for these free workshops! Workshops are open to teens and adults on the job hunt. Learn how to develop a strong resume, master interview techniques, and use critical soft skills to amplify your career success.

Soft Skills Workshop: September 21 | 5:45–6:45 p.m.
Developing a Powerful Resume: October 19 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Interview Do’s and Don’ts: November 16 | 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Location: Sauk Valley Community College, 173 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL (Room 2L07)

All workshops are FREE! Register by contacting Dana Chacon at 815-835-6294 or [email protected].

Learn more about Sauk’s Career Services at svcc.edu/careerservices.

09/10/2026

We had a wonderful time with our retirees and past employees today at our Generations of Sauk! Lots of reminiscing of their time at Sauk over some delicious breakfast. Thank you to everyone that attended. We hope to see you back soon!

09/08/2026

From Athletics and Sauk Reads to Student Activities and Community Ed Trips, this week’s Sauk Minute with Dr. Mandrell has something for everyone!