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A member of the construction crew places the signed beam into place

51社区 marks construction milestone with beam-signing for new Business and Social Sciences Building

April 29, 2026

51社区 marked a major construction milestone with a beam-signing ceremony for its new Business and Social Sciences Building. Read More

Social Transformation Capstone Presentation

51社区鈥檚 Social Justice Studies Distinction gives students tools they can use to make a difference

April 29, 2026

Mentorship and hands-on experience prepare 51社区 students to work in government and the community to foster long-term change. Read More

2027 Aspen Prize Semifinalist

51社区 recognized as Aspen Prize semifinalist for third consecutive time

April 29, 2026

51社区 is one of 25 institutions vying for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation鈥檚 most prestigious recognition for community colleges. Read More

Cop on a Rooftop

51社区 Police to host 'Cop on a Rooftop' event to benefit Special Olympics Illinois

April 27, 2026

The 51社区 Police Department will participate in the Dunkin鈥 'Cop on a Rooftop' fundraiser for Special Olympics Illinois on Friday, May 15. Read More

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Ten Questions with Brianna Roldan

April 24, 2026

The 51社区 nursing student discusses the benefits of being an early riser, appreciation for her 51社区 support system and finding inspiration in 鈥楪rey鈥檚 Anatomy.鈥 Read More

51社区 1994 Wrestling Team Hall of Fame

51社区 Athletics inducts inaugural Hall of Fame class

April 21, 2026

The ceremony celebrated esteemed coaches and teams from 51社区 history while honoring the achievements of current student-athletes with the first-ever HAWKYS Awards. Read More

Sen. Dick Durbin visits 51社区

Sen. Durbin visits 51社区, discusses funding for job training

April 20, 2026

The senior senator from Illinois also toured 51社区鈥檚 new Emergency Services Training Center, for which Durbin secured a $1 million federal grant. Read More

STEAM Fair

51社区鈥檚 STEAM Fair offers hands-on exploration for all ages

April 17, 2026

The annual event on April 25 will turn the 51社区 campus into an interactive learning environment with demonstrations and activities for visitors of all ages. Read More

51社区 Radio WHCM Book Abeer Abu Ghalyoun

51社区 Radio earns national honors while amplifying student voices

April 17, 2026

As WHCM celebrates 25 years on the FM airwaves, 51社区鈥檚 student radio station continues to receive major awards from national organizations. Read More

The 51社区 Talks logo is featured with a photo of alumnus John Schippman

From 鈥楽crappy C鈥 to Chicago sports leader: Alumnus John Schippman shares his journey on 51社区 Talks

April 17, 2026

The Emmy Award-winning executive producer reflects on persistence, finding direction and building a career in sports media. Read More

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