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Four Colleges Offer Degrees, Options for Working Adults

The menu of choices to pursue college degrees in McLean County is varied and enticing, and the county’s four institutes of higher education – two public and two private – also play unique roles in workforce development in the region.

Heartland Community College Embraces, Promotes Eco-Conscious Efforts

Going green may be a relatively new way of life in some places, but Heartland Community College has had its eye on the environment for some 16 years.

Zoo, Museum and Learning Center Entertain, Educate McLean County Kids

When it comes to looking for something fun to do‚ McLean County kids have no excuses. They have the benefit of three main attractions that provide education through entertainment:

Challenger Learning Center Sends Your Kids to Mars

Students who visit the Challenger Learning Center can take a trip to Mars or make contact with a comet.

Four Universities Become a Force in Workforce Development

In McLean County, workforce development has a multi-pronged approach.

Illinois State University Fulfills Vision of Founder Jesse Fell

Jesse Fell founded Illinois State University in 1857 and had a vision of establishing botany and forestry studies at the school.

Twin Cities’ History Tied To Higher Education

For Illinois State University‚ the rich tradition of excellence began 150 years ago.

New Presidents at ISU and IWU Oversee Campus Changes

One year down‚ many more to go.

Illinois State University Fundraising Campaign Ensures Steady Growth

The timing could not have been more critical. Just as state funding took a nose dive‚ Illinois State University launched its first comprehensive fund-raising campaign.

Illinois Wesleyan University Opens $25.7 Million Library Facility

At the edge of Illinois Wesleyan University’s campus sits what might be considered its heart. The new Ames Library‚ a $25.7 million facility with five levels and approximately 103‚000 square feet of space‚ opened in January 2002 to rave reviews from faculty‚ students and the community at large.