Kishwaukee College

10/09/2026

Jason Allen came to Kish expecting to figure out his future. What he did not expect was a full-time job offer before he had the chance to graduate. Jason worked with our Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) team and became a full-time employee and student at the same time. Learn more about WIOA at kish.edu/wioa.

10/07/2026

Our community is amazing!

10/07/2026

Dana Baars, owner of Dana’s Day Spa, offers her clients a full-service experience — from skin care to massage to nail treatment and much more. Baars built her skills and her business over decades of hard work and lifelong learning, including a stop at Kishwaukee College. Read her full Kishwaukee College Foundation alumni highlight at https://kish.edu/about/foundation/alumni/alumni-highlights/

10/05/2026

Transfer Week is almost here! Learn more about transferring from Kish at kish.edu/transfer.

📅 Monday, Oct. 19 — State Universities Transfer Day (SUTD) — 10:30 am-1:30 pm in the Student Lounge, C1130

📅 Tuesday, Oct. 20 — Private Illinois Colleges and University (PICU) Fair — 10 am-1 pm in the Student Lounge, C1130

📅 Wednesday, Oct. 21 — Apple C***r & Donuts: Meet Your Advisor — 10:30 am-12:30 pm in the C-Wing Lobby

📅 Thursday, Oct. 22 — Transfer Spirit Day — 11 am-1 pm in the C-Wing Lobby

10/02/2026

Don't forget to apply for Spring 2027 Foundation scholarships! The Thursday, Oct. 15, deadline is coming soon. Don't miss out on thousands of dollars in scholarship opportunities. Apply at kish.edu/kcfscholarships.

10/01/2026

October is a month dedicated to spreading awareness, choosing healthy habits and checking in on our friends and family. Mental health and substance use can often be connected, and knowing when to reach out for support matters.

If you're looking for support, Kishwaukee College can help. Learn more about what Kish has to offer at

Find mental health services at Kishwaukee College, including free therapy, counseling support, and resources to support your well-being.

09/30/2026

Ready to graduate this semester? The graduation application deadline for Fall 2026 is Sunday, Nov. 1. Learn more or submit your application at kish.edu/gradrequirements.

09/29/2026

It’s time to get funding for your education. Apply for financial aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Qualify for grants, loans, work-study opportunities and scholarships. Start today at studentaid.gov or learn more about your options at kish.edu/financialaid.

09/29/2026

Time is running out for your Spring 2027 Kish Nursing program applications. The application deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 30. Start your fulfilling nursing career today. Learn more or apply at kish.edu/nursingadmissions.

09/28/2026

Learn AI your way. Kish students and staff can take online, self-paced artificial intelligence credentials for free. Gain practical skills for today’s evolving workplace. Visit the AI Resource Hub on myKish.