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69�� Foundation Scholarships

69�� Foundation 2025-26 scholarship applications open Nov. 15

Students planning to attend 69�� beginning fall 2025 are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted through Feb. 15, 2025.

69�� Giving Day

69�� Giving Day is Nov. 15

During this annual event, the community is helping advance the mission of the college by raising essential funds for student needs.

69�� honors veterans at 29th annual Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 11

The Veterans Day Ceremony is sponsored by 69�� Student Life and honors all veterans including 69�� faculty, staff and students who served in the armed forces.

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Solar array planned at 69�� shines light on sustainable future

Funded by an Illinois Green Economy Network grant, a solar installation will be built behind 69��'s Child Development Center.

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69�� closed Nov. 5 for Professional Development Day

No classes will be held, and all staff offices will be closed. 69��-Medical District classes will still be in session.

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69�� names new athletics director

69�� has named Diana Couch of Titusville, Florida, as its new athletics director. She replaces Ron Riggle, who retired in August.

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69�� Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society installs new officers

The event recognized 37 new chapter members with a ceremony and reception.

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69�� Choir and Band to perform fall concerts

The public is invited to upcoming free concerts on Friday, Dec. 6 in A. Lincoln Commons on the 69��-Springfield campus.

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69�� hosts Agronomy Journey Conference

69�� will offer a comprehensive Agronomy Journey Conference Jan. 23 and 24 at Kreher Agriculture Center on the 69�� campus.

Read the latest edition of FORWARD magazine including articles on active, impactful learning through VR, a blueprint for success and The college search-questions to ask

Latest edition of 69��’s FORWARD magazine available

In the latest issues, read about VR technology in the classroom, seamless transfers, cardiovascular sonography and more.