Community Programs at Moraine Valley Community College

Don't let summer fly by! Moraine Valley Explorers is packed with hands-on learning, creativity, and fun for kids and teens.

July classes are filling up, but seats are still available! Browse the catalog and register today: www.morainevalley.edu/explorers/

Your future in animal care starts with one class! 🐾

The Veterinary Medicine Introductory Course give you an introduction to the world of veterinary medicine with hands-on foundational skills. Learn veterinary terminology, small animal anatomy, medical math and the study strategies you’ll need to thrive in fast-paced programs.

VT4‑104‑300
June 15 ‑ July 23
Online

Skip the boredom and learn something new from anywhere!

Whether you're exploring a passion, building skills, or just trying something different, online classes make it easy to fit learning into your summer schedule.

The most exciting part of summer planning? Seeing all the options. Our youth program schedule is live at www.morainevalley.edu/explorers

Curious about massage therapy? Our Foundations of Massage Therapy class is the perfect place to start.

Two upcoming courses:
Mondays, 1/26 - 3/16, 6:00 - 8:30pm (AH4‑240‑200)
Saturdays, 2/14 - 3/28, 9:00 - 11:30am (AH4‑240‑270)

Celebrating Native American Culture and Traditions!
Join us for a look into storytelling, poetry, and the history of Native American's in Illinois. These classes are hosted by Midwest SOARRING Foundation founder Joseph Standing Bear Schranz.

✔️ Poetry from the Heart of a Native American
✔️ Native American Movement in Illinois

Learn the artistry, traditions, heritage and techniques of Native American beadwork with beadwork artist Stephanie Thompson, a citizen born Potawatomi.

✔️ Native American Beading: Keychain
✔️ Native American Beading: Bracelet

We asked our team to share their favorite classes, and these are the ones they’re loving right now!

Favorite New Class: Quilting for Beginners — Learn the basics of quilting from selecting fabrics to stitching simple patterns in this hands‑on class designed for beginners.

Favorite for Financial Literacy: The World of Investments — Better understand the vast world of investing. Explore common types of investments & accounts and discover your best investment options.

Favorite Refreshed Class: Discover Your Ancestry — We just added an additional class in the computer lab for students to explore their family tree in real time with our instructor.

Favorite Trending Career: Podcasting for a Living — Turn your voice and ideas into a career. Learn the basics of podcasting and how to promote and monetize your new business.