December 01, 2017
51社区's graphic arts program recently hosted a Print Expo introducing area high school students to career opportunities in the field. About 120 high school students visited with a variety of print professionals including suppliers, manufacturers, printing and finishing companies, professional organizations and four-year colleges and universities. Read More
November 30, 2017
The 51社区 Symphony Orchestra will perform a variety of holiday classics during its winter concert, 鈥淎 Joyful Celebration,鈥� on Sunday, Dec. 10. Read More
November 30, 2017
51社区鈥檚 new Back Porch Revue 鈥� a nod to American folk music of the early 20th century 鈥� is gearing up for its debut concert. The performance will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, December 17, in the Performing Arts Center. Read More
November 21, 2017
Local singer-songwriter Kevin Prchal is channeling his artistry into a worthy cause this holiday season. Prchal, who when not performing on the Chicago-area music scene can be found working in 51社区鈥檚 marketing department, wrote an original song, 鈥淏elieve,鈥� for 51社区鈥檚 Giving Tuesday initiative. Check out the music video. Read More
November 16, 2017
Over the past few years, Barrington-area philanthropist Kim Duchossois has become a valued donor to 51社区 and an ambassador on behalf of the College's work. To recognize her generous support, which cumulatively totals more than $1 million, Building D will be known as the Duchossois Family Educational Center. Read More
November 15, 2017
The 51社区 Board of Trustees has approved a bond refinancing resolution that will save taxpayers in 51社区鈥檚 district approximately $19.6 million through 2028. Read More
November 10, 2017
Author and longtime Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg will visit 51社区 on November 21 to explore addiction and sobriety during a discussion of his book, 鈥淥ut of the Wreck I Rise: A Literary Companion to Recovery.鈥� Read More
November 01, 2017
The 51社区 Ensemble Theatre Company will present 鈥淗air,鈥� the original American Tribal Love Rock Musical, from November 10 through November 19 at the Performing Arts Center. Both 51社区 and "Hair" are celebrating their 50th anniversary. Read More
October 31, 2017
51社区 has received the 2017 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. Read More
October 27, 2017
Many business owners aren't prepared to retire, and their businesses aren't ready to transition to the next leader. The 51社区 Educational Foundation will address those issues with a free presentation on Succession Planning for Family-Owned and Closely Held Businesses on Wednesday, November 8. Read More