Press Releases

Community Update: Announcing Acting President Mozie

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeanine Mozie, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer for the College, as Acting President of ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø announces additional $30,000 grant from Kingdom Charitable Trust for Community Alliance Program

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has received a $30,000 grant from Kingdom Charitable Trust to support students participating in micro-internships through the Community Alliance Program (CAP). This program is one of several pathways available to students through the College’s Earn, Network, & Learn (ENL) Initiative.

Community Update from ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø

 ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Board of Trustees announced this week that Dr. Aaron Kuecker will bring his time at the College to a close at the end of August. Kuecker departs ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø to serve as the CEO at Hope Chicago.

Announcing Dr. Leah Fulton’s Transition to Leadership Role at Chicago Scholars

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø announces the upcoming transition of Dr. Leah Fulton, who will conclude her role as Vice President for Student Life and will assume the position of Vice President of Programs at Chicago Scholars.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø and Elim Christian Services Launch Innovative Education Partnership

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Elim Christian Services to launch innovative and mutually beneficial Education programs.

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Announcing a New Space Dedicated to Belonging at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce plans to open a vibrant new space that champions belonging, unity, and diversity in a Christ-centered environment.

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Thomas D. Roegner: A Story of Perseverance and Hope

The Thomas D. Roegner Transfer Student Scholarship was established in memory of banking executive Thomas Roegner, a longtime resident of Palos Heights and an alumnus of ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø. In 1967, Roegner transferred to ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø from Northern Illinois University and in doing so, he was able to get both his academics and his life back on track.

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Transforming College: The ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Difference

At ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, we’re doing college differently. And we’re not just talking about it – we’re transforming the very experience of higher education. This isn’t your average college journey, and it’s not some vague pledge. It’s real, and it’s happening now.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø and Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital Launch Innovative Nursing Program

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø and Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital are proud to announce an innovative and mutually beneficial nursing program that creates a pipeline for future nursing employment at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital and furthers ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s commitment to alleviating student debt.

Joshua Lenarz Takes New Role at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø

After 23 seasons leading the Women’s Soccer Program at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø, Joshua Lenarz will step down from his role as Head Coach and move into an administrative role at the College following the conclusion of the 2024 season.

Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship Recipients Announced

Contact: Angie Fratto | Director of Marketing and Communications | 708-239-4878 Each year, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø accepts extraordinary students dedicated to making a difference in their neighborhoods and communities. The College welcomes two transfer students whose outstanding academic, spiritual, and social leadership set them apart from their peers. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce the most … Continue reading “Transfer Academic Excellence Scholarship Recipients Announced”

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Partners with Metz Culinary Management for Campus Dining Services

Contact: Angie Fratto | Director of Marketing and Communications | 708-239-4878 Palos Heights, IL – ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø recently announced its partnership with Metz Culinary Management (Metz) to provide dining services for students, faculty, staff, and guests, effective May 6, 2024. Metz will implement signature food concept stations and catering services at the Palos Heights, IL, … Continue reading “ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Partners with Metz Culinary Management for Campus Dining Services”

Carbajal and VanderSchaaf Awarded Founders’ Scholarships

Palos Heights, Ill. – Every year, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø accepts extraordinary students who are dedicated to making a difference in the world. The College welcomes two Founders’ Scholars among each freshman class, whose extraordinary spiritual, academic, and social leadership sets them apart.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Awarded Illinois Board of Higher Education Grant

Contact: Angie Fratto | Asst. Director, Marketing & Communications | 708.239.4878 At the beginning of November 2023, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø was awarded a $200,000 ESHI (End Student Housing Insecurity) grant from the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Kara Van Marion, Dean of the Cooper Center, and Linda Acosta, Student Life Coordinator, and their team of … Continue reading “ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Awarded Illinois Board of Higher Education Grant”

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Announces Confirmation of Dr. Aaron Kuecker as President of the College

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø announced today that the Board of Trustees has confirmed Dr. Aaron Kuecker as the College’s ninth president. Kuecker has served as interim president since April 2022.

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Guaranteed Admission Partnership Announced

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø and Moraine Valley Community College recently signed the Guaranteed Admission Partnership (GAP), establishing a smoother transition for Moraine’s students as they enter ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø.

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Byrdak and Adansi-Ofori Awarded Founders’ Scholarships

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce our most recent Founders’ Scholars for the incoming class of 2027, Nana Oye Adansi-Ofori from Joliet, Illinois, and Jessica Byrdak from Alsip, Illinois.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Community Update

Community Update from ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Board of Trustees announced today that President Kurt D. Dykstra has accepted a position to become president and chief executive officer of the Independent Colleges of Indiana. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Provost Dr. Aaron Kuecker will serve as interim president of the College, effective immediately.

US News Best Colleges 2022

U.S. News Names ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø a Top 20 School

The life-changing value of a ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø education has once again been recognized by U.S. News and World Report, which named ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø to several of its “best†lists for 2022, including among the Top 20 Regional Colleges Midwest and #15 for social mobility.

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U.S. News Recognizes BSN Program among Best in Country

In its inaugural rankings, U.S. News & World Report has recognized ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Nursing program as among the best in the country, standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the largest universities in the United States.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Launches Social Work Program Designed for Adult Students

The world needs social workers, and ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is excited to announce the Spring 2022 launch of a Bachelor of Social Work degree geared towards adult students and taking place entirely online.

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Brown and Van Dyke Awarded Founders’ Scholarships

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce our most recent Founders’ Scholars for the incoming class of 2025, Tyren Brown of Upper Marlboro, Md., and Kara Van Dyke of Fishers, Ind. As Founders’ Scholars, Brown and Van Dyke have both been awarded full-tuition scholarships to the College.

College Factual Education Ranking

Education Program Ranked Among Top 10 Nationwide

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Education majors learn to cultivate relational peace, educational equity, and justice and to impact every student’s life through excellence in teaching. Those stellar qualities have earned the Education program a place in the top 10 nationwide and number one in Illinois, according to College Factual.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Nursing Program Again Recognized as Best in Illinois

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has once again named the best BSN program in Illinois, most recently by nursing advocacy organization RegisteredNursing.org, which has named our program first among nearly 80 other nursing programs across the state.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s BSN Graduates Score Perfect NCLEX Pass Rate for Fifth Time in Six Years

For an unprecedented fifth time in six years, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø nursing graduates have achieved a perfect first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam. This success for ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s top-ranked program represents the highest six-year NCLEX average of any BSN or ADN program in Illinois.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø to Launch Data Analytics Program

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce the Fall 2021 launch of a new Data Analytics program, which will include a major as well as opportunity for micro-credentialing for students in other majors.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Ranked Among Top 25 of Best Colleges by U.S. News

Continuing a years-long tradition of excellence and recognition, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has been named among the “Best Colleges†by U.S. News & World Report for 2021. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø was ranked 21st among Midwestern regional colleges in this year’s survey. ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø was also named a “Best Value†college and a “Top Performer on Social Mobility.â€

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Welcomes the North American Christians in Social Work to Palos Heights Campus

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø and the North American Christians in Social Work (NACSW) are pleased to announce a new memorandum of understanding to mark the co-location of NACSW’s corporate headquarters on ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s campus, beginning June 1, 2020. 

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Partners With Upkey to Provide Over $1.5 Million of Academic Credit to Students Displaced by COVID-19

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has partnered with Upkey, a Chicago startup, to offer more than $1.5 million worth of academic credit to students participating in its virtual internship program.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Names Eggert and Osorio as Founders’ Recipients

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce that it has named Madison Eggert of Mequon, Wis., and Leslie Osorio of Mundelein, Ill., recipients of the prestigious 2020 Founders’ Scholarship.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Names Fall 2019 Dean’s List Students

The Dean’s List is ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s highest academic honor.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Launches Center for Teaching and the Good Life

The mission of the Center for Teaching and the Good Life is to deepen ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s capacity to help all students discover and articulate the joy of their vocation in ways that include and extend beyond career and work.

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BSN Graduates Score Another Perfect NCLEX Pass Rate

In 2019, ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø nursing graduates continue their perfect first-time pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam. This success represents the fourth time in the past five years that the College is celebrating a 100% pass rate,

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍøÂ Again Ranked a Best College by U.S. News 

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍøÂ is pleased to announce its ranking among the “Best Collegesâ€Â of Regional Colleges—Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for 2020. 

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍøÂ Hosts 60th Anniversary Gala Celebration on Sept. 27 

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍøÂ is pleased to host its Diamond 60th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, Sept. 27 from 7 pm to midnight at the beautiful Hilton Chicago Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Introduces 5.5 Year BA/MA in Psychology

Students who are working towards their B.A. in Art Therapy, Psychology, or Speech-Language Pathology at ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø can begin taking graduate-level courses in their junior or senior year.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Purchases Back to God Ministries International Headquarters

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has purchased the Back to God Ministries International (BTGMI) headquarters at 6555 W. College Dr. in Palos Heights, Ill., following the decision by BTGMI to move its headquarters to the offices of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) in Grand Rapids, Mich.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Joins 1871 as a Higher Education Partner

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Joins 1871 as a Higher Education Partner

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Senior Advances to Semifinals of Future Founders Competition

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce that senior Ryan Hesslau has been named one of 18 semifinalists in Future Founders 4th Annual U.Pitch National College Elevator Pitch Competition & Showcase. Hesslau will pitch his company, Crossroad Solutions, before a distinguished panel of judges on Nov. 16.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Ranked #20 by U.S. News for Best Regional Colleges—Midwest

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø has been ranked 20th among Regional Colleges—Midwest by U.S. News & World Report in “Best Colleges†for 2018, continuing a years-long streak of recognition by the prestigious rankings organization.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Announces Fall SALT Classes

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to reintroduce SALT as a membership program for those interested in lifelong learning — and classes are starting soon! SALT is a program for those 55 years old and older.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Announces Fall Semester WorldView Speakers

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce the WorldView schedule of speakers for the Fall Semester.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Reveals Updated Troll Mascot new logo

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Reveals Updated Troll Mascot

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s Troll, one of the most unique mascots in all of college sports, has received a new look for the first time in decades.

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Names Wightkin Chair of Business Department

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is pleased to announce that John Wightkin, CFA, has been named chair of the Business Department.

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Veterans May Be Eligible to Attend ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Tuition-Free

ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is ensuring that veterans who are eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill can attend the College tuition-free, while also receiving housing and book stipends from the Veteran’s Administration.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø English Class Assignments Lead to Publication

Thanks to their experiences in ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏ꿉۪s English classes, several students and recent alumni have seen their worked developed into a blog.

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ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Announces New Majors, Minors for Fall 2017

PALOS HEIGHTS, ILL.–ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø is excited to announce several new majors for Fall 2017, including art therapy; health communication; human resource management; music and worship; recreation and sport management; and writing and web design. The College has also reorganized and expanded the number of theology and ministry majors into six Bachelor of Arts degrees: … Continue reading “ºÚ°µ±¬ÁÏÍø Announces New Majors, Minors for Fall 2017”