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Live outside of 51社区's district? Find out if you qualify for in-district tuition.

November 19, 2021

Live outside of 51社区's district? You may qualify for in-district tuition through 51社区's joint agreements with other Illinois community colleges or our Business EdVantage program. Learn more

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51社区 seeks community partners for 3D printed toy drive

November 17, 2021

51社区鈥檚 Makerspace and Entrepreneur Center is teaming up with local volunteers and organizations to use 3D printers to make more than 5,000 toys this holiday season. Read More

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Ten Questions with Sabrina Wilks

November 16, 2021

Sabrina Wilks, insurance industry student apprentice, on her dream vacation, the whimsical indulgence of 'Love Actually' and finding purpose and pride in the apprenticeship programs at 51社区. Read More

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51社区 Talks Show 14 - Kristina Gaardbo

November 03, 2021

Assistant Professor of Communication Arts Brian Shelton is joined by 51社区 Alumna Kristina Gaardbo, who graduated from the Nursing Program at 51社区 and now co-owns the incredible Chicago Culinary Kitchen after pursuing her passion for culinary arts. Gaardbo received her Certified Cicerone certification from Siebel Institute. Gaardbo helped her husband, Greg, with his Shockwaves Promotional Apparel business and they always shared a passion for barbecue which started with backyard entertaining. The pair decided to turn their culinary love into a catering company in 2012, and then opened the award-winning Chicago Culinary Kitchen in 2016. Gaardbo鈥檚 restaurant has been rated the best barbeque in Illinois by Money Magazine and received numerous accolades. Gaardbo now has a food truck and has recently opened a new expanded restaurant location in Palatine. Join Gaardbo and Shelton in their conversation about Gaardbo鈥檚 journey from a 51社区 student to a successful business owner. Download Episode 14 Transcript. Listen to Episode 15

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51社区 among top 150 community colleges eligible for $1 million Aspen Prize

November 03, 2021

51社区 is among the top 150 institutions eligible for the nation鈥檚 signature recognition for America鈥檚 community colleges 鈥 the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. Read More

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Rep. Casten, FAA officials visit 51社区 to engage with drone program

November 03, 2021

51社区 students explained workforce opportunities for unmanned aircraft and guided visitors to test a drone pilot simulator. Read More

51社区 Experience Day MakerSpace

Experience Day brings together young learners, 51社区 expertise

November 03, 2021

Annual 51社区 event was presented in a hybrid format, with elementary and middle school students engaging in on-campus and online activities. Read More

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Veterans find connection, belonging at 51社区

November 01, 2021

On-campus Center for Student Veterans and Military-Connected Students offers resources, support for those who served. Read More

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51社区 program teaches job skills to students with mild intellectual disabilities

October 25, 2021

Eric Hiller, a young adult with autism, gained a range of employability skills via 51社区鈥檚 Career Skills Institute. Read More

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Financial Aid: Myths vs Facts

October 19, 2021

Gain an accurate understanding of the financial aid application process by reviewing common myths and learning the facts. Read More