Rock Valley College

First day photo roundup, part one! 📸

Welcome, Golden Eagles! 🦅 It's the first day of classes! Whether you're a new or returning student, we wish you all a bright start to the Spring 2025 semester.

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #14: Dafne Perez-Acosta, Refugee & Immigrant Services Welcome Center Specialist, graduated from RVC in 2023. When asked, “Do you remember a mentor/professor who made a lasting impact on you?” Dafne shared:

“Suzanne Miller and George Hernandez were my favorite professors when I studied at the college. They were both extremely kind and made me feel comfortable being myself in their classroom and always made sure I was understanding everything and answered all of my questions whenever I had any.”

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #13: Timothy Klagues, Academic and Transfer Advisor, graduated from RVC in 2015. When asked, “Why did you decide to work at RVC?” Timothy shared:

“I wanted to give back to both Rock Valley College and the community. I also want to help students in our community on their path in higher education and help them achieve their goals as they prepare to enter the workforce or transfer. The school helped me as I began my higher education journey, and it played an important role in my life.”

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!

Aneri Mehta chose to attend Rock Valley College because it gave her the opportunity to pursue her interests in biology and have a balanced lifestyle with education and extracurricular activities.

"Rock Valley College is a great place to get a head start on your college experience,” said Aneri. “I have grown educationally and also learned how to maturely handle situations that may arise at my 4-year university. Without the help of my advisors and teachers, my experience would have been completely different. I love the feeling of RVC."

Read Aneri's full story at ➡

Aneri Mehta is Building a Bright Future at Rock Valley College Aneri Mehta chose to attend Rock Valley College because it gave her the opportunity to pursue her interests in biology and have a balanced lifestyle with education and extracurricular activities.

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #12: Kari McDonald, First Year Experience Administrative Assistant, graduated from RVC in 2008. When asked, “Why did you decide to work at RVC?” Kari shared:

"I enjoyed my time as a student here! Thought it would be great to come back and give back to the current students and continue to be a part of the community through the college."

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!

Did you know? RVC has over 60 areas of study! Whether you are interested in Career & Technical Education that is designed to be completed in two years or less, or you wish to start at RVC and transfer to another college, Rock Valley College has great options for you.

Explore the opportunities at https://rockvalleycollege.edu/academics/programs/index

Registration for Spring 2025 ends this Friday!

Find your next thing at RVC! Spring registration ends this Friday. Join us at one of our registration support events this week:

• Monday (today) - New Student Registration from 4-7 PM
• Tuesday - Virtual Registration from 4-7 PM
• Wednesday - Walk Your Schedule from 9 AM to 4 PM
• Wednesday - Adult Ed FAFSA Night from 5-7 PM
• Thursday - New Student Registration from 4-7 PM

As always, drop-ins are always welcome! Just stop by the Welcome Desk in the SSC on our Main Campus.

For more event details, visit RockValleyCollege.edu/Calendar

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #11: Bill Isham, Academic Chair and Instructor of Welding, graduated from RVC in 2011. When asked, “Do you remember a mentor/professor who made a lasting impact on you?” Bill shared:

"Associate Professor George Bane is the reason I am the instructor and faculty member I am today through his mentorship and ongoing support. It all started with Instructor Mike Merriman in the WLD-100 Intro class who helped me find a passion in welding and my career path as a student."

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #10: Erin Fisher, Professor & Chair of Psychology, graduated from RVC in 1991. When asked, "What's your favorite memory while attending/working at RVC?" Erin shared:

"When I first started at RVC, Rockford had something called 'Corporate Cup,' where Rockford companies had teams that would compete in fun sports and activities against other companies. I participated every year and had a fabulous time! My years as Advisor to the Social Sciences Club (SHAPE), along with Martin Quirk, Jerry Crane, and Julie Hernandez, also make up some of the best memories of my time as faculty. Every fall, we would have the Caramel Apple Sale, and we would deliver bowls of sliced apples with caramel, nuts, and whipped cream, all over campus. The police had a golf cart and would take us around to make the deliveries."

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!

Applications close this Monday (at 5 PM) for our tuition-FREE, in-person Winter IFOxRVC Film and TV Workforce Training Program!

• Did we mention that tuition is FREE?
• Participants who complete training are paid a $680 stipend!
• Plus, participants who complete the training are listed on the Illinois Film Office website as "vetted" for hiring!

To learn more or apply, visit https://rockvalleycollege.edu/community/workforce-development/film-training

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Happy New Year! ✨

Here's to another year of shared accomplishments, meaningful connections, and the pursuit of knowledge. May 2025 be a chapter filled with success stories, memorable experiences, and the fulfillment of your aspirations. Wishing you a year filled with endless possibilities and the determination to make each moment count!

Earlier this month, RVC’s Black History and Culture Committee, DEI, BSU, and BMCI presented their yearly Kwanzaa Celebration! The event shared information on the history and significance of Kwanzaa, as well as music, food, art, and culture.

What is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration of African-American culture that takes place from December 26 to January 1.

All RVC locations will be closed for winter break starting December 24, 2024 through January 1, 2025. We will resume regular business hours on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

Rock Valley College is celebrating 60 YEARS! As part of that celebration, we're highlighting 60 individuals who went from graduate to employee.

Spotlight #9: Chelsea Sturtevant, Communications & Marketing Assistant, graduated from RVC in 2021. When asked, "Do you remember a mentor/professor who made a lasting impact on you?" Chelsea shared:

"I remember him clear as day, Jerry LaBuy. His patience and passion to help others realize their full potential are unmatched. He welcomes you with open arms and makes you feel like part of a family. Jerry truly inspired me & saw something in myself that I didn't clearly see. More than anything else, he genuinely believed in me and saw my true talent."

Stay tuned for more alumni/employee spotlights!