Free Tutoring Available at Shawnee Community College
Saluki Women's Basketball Hosting Skills Clinic - Feb. 11th
"Celebrating Young Writers at Shawnee" Entry Deadline - Feb. 17th
Application for Spring Graduation Deadline - Feb. 29th
SCC Spring Production of "Once Upon a Mattress" Tickets On Sale March 6th
SCC Hosting Certified Billing and Coding Specialist Exam March 17th
Singers Wanted for April 6th "Community Easter Cantata" Rehearsal Tues. April 3rd
SCC Annual Car & Truck Show - May 5th
Campus News
SCC Nursing Faculty Sixth Year Straight: 100 Percent of SCC Nursing Students Pass NCLEX Exam
The Shawnee Community College Licensed Practical Nursing program boasts a 100 percent of the NCLEX Licensure exams for six straight years. No other nursing program in the state has such an elite success rate. Exam results for the 2011 year were recently released, re-affirming the standard of excellence and quality of the SCC nursing program. SCC Vice-President Dr. Tim Bellamey said, "The 100% pass rate speaks to the quality of our faculty and our students." More...
WYSE Competition WYSE Academic Challenge
Shawnee Community College hosted the annual Illinois Worldwide Youth in Science and Engineering (WYSE) Academic Challenge on Tuesday. The challenge has been an annual event in Illinois schools since 1975. The WYSE Academic Challenge is an opportunity to challenge the area's brightest high school students in the subject areas of biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering graphics, English, mathematics, and physics. More... Go Red at SCC Go Red at Shawnee
In honor of America Heart Association's nationwide movement, Go Red for Women, faculty, staff, and students coordinated for Shawnee's Go Red Day on Friday. The effort urges women to make it their mission to reduce their personal risk. More...
Final Score A Journey of Contemporary African American Artists
Community members were welcomed to a presentation of A Journey of Contemporary African American Artists, hosted by Shawnee Community College. The evening reception included powerpoint presentations of artworks by DeSande R, Najjar Abdul-Musawwir, Robert Ketchens, David Crim, and Malcolm McCrae. Participants were able to join in the discussion about the artists and their works, including a question-and-answer session. More...
Final Score Online-Hybrid Associate Degree Nursing Opportunity
The 2011 Southern Illinois Online Nursing Initiative program pinning ceremony was held at the Marion Pavilion Center, concluding a year-long online program. The hybrid-online associate degree nursing program, allows students to complete coursework in a non-traditional setting. SIONI, administered through ConnectSI, was approved by the Illinois Board of Nursing in 2009. The full-time associate degree nursing program focus is address the shortage of registered nurses in southern Illinois by providing working licensed practical nurses the opportunity to become a registered nurses. More...
Final Score Phi Beta Lambda - Business Student Fraternity
Phi Beta Lambda is an education association of students preparing for careers in business and business-related fields. PBL's Mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.
Final Score FAFSA the First Step toward Financial Aid for College
Financial Aid is any scholarship, grant, loan, or work program that helps to pay for college expenses. The mission of the Shawnee Community College Financial Aid office is to provide education and information, guidance, and support for students and families interested in the financial aid process.
The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form, commonly known as the FAFSA. By completing this form, students are automatically applying for a Pell Grant, FSEOG, and MAP for Illinois residents.
Shawnee Community College financial aid representatives will be visiting area high schools during the month of February and March. for assistant in completing the FAFSA. More...
Final Score New Business Blooms in Karnak
Main Street Floral in Karnak opened in January, providing trusted floral service the people in the surrounding area have come to expect from Julie Oliver. Bringing over 15 years of florist experience, Oliver, along with her mother Nita Hubbard and dedicated family members, can provide special occasion arrangements, holiday décor, gifts, and memorial items. Main Street Floral is open Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, and offers delivery services. The shop is located across from Wilson's Funeral Home. More...
Final Score Southern Illinois Online Nursing Initiative
It is the mission of SIONI to do the following:
To meet the needs of southern Illinois by producing competent ADNs.
To meet the needs of our students by utilizing an innovative format for theory delivery while maintaining the highest standard of expectations for critical thinking and clinical performance.
To meet the needs of the community colleges represented by forging an alliance, thus sharing the responsibility and success of every student.
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Don Patton Speaks at MLK Luncheon Don Patton Speaks at MLK Luncheon
Shawnee Community College welcomed alumni, community members, along with TRIO Student Support Services students to a luncheon celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s journey on January 17. Don E. Patton, long-time SCC board member and current board chairman who spoke to the group, reminding them of the urgency of now. Patton said, "you owe it to yourself to make this your year. Don't allow people to limit you." More...
SCC Instructor Paul Echols SCC Forensics Instructor Featured in the "Southern Illinoisan"
28 Year Veteran Police officer and SCC forensics instructor Paul Echols is featured in the Jan. 26th edition of "The Southern Illinoisan" newspaper and website.
Build Your Own Business Training Coming to Your Region!
Are you ready to be part of an elite group of entrepreneurs who are realizing their dreams of small business ownership? Do you want to jump start an idea or give your current business that needed boost? If so, you can't afford to miss this training opportunity coming to a town near you. More...
Online Professional Development for Teachers
Shawnee Community College is offering an online professional development opportunity for area educators this spring. The 3 hour course, which is worth 45 CPDUs, is a study of special education issues that all educators may encounter. The course is repeatable up to 3 times. Each semester different issues will be addressed. More...
Chinese Acrobats Perform at SCC Chinese Acrobats Return to SCC for Performance
The Chinese acrobat performance last week was attended by students from several area schools. The event was sponsored by the Shawnee Community College TRIO Educational Talent Search program. The TRIO Educational Talent Search Program is an academic outreach program designed to provide educational guidance to students in 6th grade up to 27 years of age, who wish to pursue further education or training.
Early Childhood Education Options at SCC
Shawnee Community College's two-year Early Childhood Education program leads to an Associate in Applied Science degree. The program curriculum provides students with the background in child development and general studies necessary for a career as a paraprofessional/teacher assistant in Pre-K and school-age programs. More...
Shawnee Prepares Students for Accounting and Business Careers
Business and accounting classes are offered during the upcoming spring semester at the SCC main campus and extension centers, with some courses available online.
Shawnee Community College offers several associate degree and certificate programs designed to prepare individuals for accounting and business management careers. More...
SCC Small Business Development Center Announces New Growth Initiative for Region
The Illinois Small Business Development Center at Shawnee Community College promotes and supports business growth and development in the southernmost region of Illinois. The center is excited to announce another growth tool for the region. The addition of a new business & industry training center in February 2011 has opened the doors to many other opportunities. More...
Commit to Complete at Shawnee Commit to Complete at Shawnee
The Alpha Lambda Epsilon chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa international honor society at Shawnee Community College recently held several "Pledge to Completion" signings on campus, as part of a national PTK movement for community colleges called Community College Completion Corps.
"PTK members at Shawnee are committed to doing their part to encourage fellow students to commit to complete," said Craig Bradley, PTK faculty sponsor at SCC. "So far, more than 130 signatures have been collected at our pledge signings, and more signings are being planned throughout the year." More...
Chili Cook Off The Results are In: Cook Off Winners
The Professional Development Committee recently hosted the annual SCC Chili and Dessert Cook Off. Faculty and staff sampled the entries and voted for their top choice.
First place winners for chili, Chris Clark, and for dessert, Madonna Slife, each received $25 cash, cook off winner apron, and bragging rights until next year. More...
Code Pink Day
Code Pink Day
SCC Has Pink Out
SCC faculty, staff, and students came together for a group photo as part of the Wellness/Cultural Committe Pink Out. The event was organized to show support and commitment to fighting breast cancer. October was Breast Cancer Awareness month. Lisa Meyer, pictured second from the left, took home the $25 cash prize for the being the pinkest.
PTK Induction 2011 Phi Theta Kappa International Induction at Shawnee
The Alpha Lambda Epsilon chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa international honor society at Shawnee Community College recently conducted an induction ceremony, welcoming new members.
While not a requirement for membership, being formally inducted as a member of the Honor Society is a very special, once-in-a-lifetime experience. During the Induction Ceremony, students took the Honor Society pledge, signed the official Chapter Members book, and celebrated their academic achievements with fellow Phi Theta Kappa members, faculty and staff, friends, and family members. More...
Race for the Cure Saints Read Literacy Program Launched at SCC
K-6 students in the SCC district are invited to take part in the Saints Read Program sponsored by Future Teachers Organization and the SCC athletic department. Area principals have been mailed reading logs to distribute to each elementary student. Students are asked to meet reading goals appropriate for their grade for two months. Verification must be documented on a reading log and returned to SCC through classroom teachers. More...
Race for the Cure Pattons, Belcher Join the Race for the Cure
The Susan G. Komen "Race for the Cure Series," raises significant funds and awareness for the fight against breast cancer, celebrates breast cancer survivorship, and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease.
On October 15, over 30,000 survivors and supporters gathered for the Komen Race flagship event in Dallas, Texas. Among the participants were Karla Patton of Cairo and her husband Don E. Patton, who serves as Shawnee Community College's Board of Trustee Chairman. Joining the Pattons in the celebration was fellow board member Cathy Belcher of Anna. More...
SCC Art Club Art Club Tours Southern Illinois Museums
Members of the SCC Art Club visited the Cedarhurst Museum in Mt. Vernon and the Southern Illinois Art and Artisans Center in Whittington in October. Mike Faris is the club sponsor. SCC awards art scholarships to select students each year. For more infomation on SCC scholarships, call 618-634-3200, option 2. More...
Chicago Boyz perform on SCC Day Area High School Seniors Visit SCC
Nearly 500 areas high school seniors attended the annual SCC Day at Shawnee Community College on Tuesday, October 11. SCC Day began with a general welcome in the gymnasium. Students broke out into separate into groups to participate in various activities throughout the day. Motivational speaker Rich Wolter spoke to the group using humorous illustrations, powerful insights, and charismatic delivery, telling students that all young people have to stand and be counted and that generations are either remembered for their passion, or forgotten for their lack of passion. More...
Dr. Larry Peterson
SCC President Announces Retirement Plans in 2012
The SCC Board accepted the resignation of Dr. Larry Peterson, effective November 30, 2012. The board will honor his wishes to do so.
During his tenure, Dr. Peterson improved communications and programs with SIU Carbondale and developed the new location for the Anna Extension Center.
The board will undertake a thoughtful and comprehensive process for the presidential search in the near future. Details will be forthcoming. During this time, SCC will continue to strive for the best educational experience for our students, faculty, staff, and administration.
Don E. Patton, Chairman
Shawnee Community College Board of Trustees
Monday, October 3, 2011
Saints Alert
Be Alert: Saints Alert
Saints Alert notifies SCC students, faculty, staff, and students by email or text message of campus emergency events and closures due to weather or other emergencies.
This is an opt-in service provided by Shawnee Community College. Student and parents are encouraged to sign up for the service. Although the service is free, please check your cell phone plan to understand the costs you may incur using this service.
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Spring Teacher Workshops Schedule
Feb.16th - Illinois Department of Employment Security Workshop
February 21st - Build Your Own Business Training
February 27th - Producing Local, A Growing Market
April 27th - Paraprofessional Testing
Athletic News2011/12 Men's Basketball Schedule
2011/12 Women's Basketball Schedule
2012 Women's Softball Schedule
Heath Pirates Sign with SCC Softball Saints
Marshal County's Olivia Travis Signs with Saints
Feb. 1st - SAINTS Fall to Danville Area CC : 63-48
Shawnee Record (12-9)
Shawnee lead Danville at the half 35-26.
SAINTS Statiscal Leaders
Brashawn Snow 15 points 8 rebounds
Tony Jeffries 10 points 7 rebounds
Marcus Maxfield 7 points
Ryan Donald - DNP
Ed Bruce - DNP
Jan. 23th - SAINTS Rebound Against McKendree JV 99-61 McKendree JV 61 @ SCC 99
Shawnee Record (12-8)
SAINTS Statistical Leaders
Brashawn Snow 14 points
Tim Coleman 13 points
Brandon Roberts 12 points
James McClain 12 points
Jerry Carter 10 points
Jan. 19th - SAINTS Fall to STLCC Archers 58-56 Shawnee CC 56 @ STLCC 58
Shawnee Record (11-8)
SAINTS Statistical Leaders
Ryan Donald 14 points 13 rebounds
Brandon Roberts 12 points 2 rebounds
James McClain 8 points 2 rebounds 2 assist
Jan. 14th - Shawnee Falls at Home to the Parkland Cobras Parkland 59 @ Shawnee CC 48
Shawnee Record (11-7)
SAINTS Statistical Leaders
Brandon Roberts 14 points
James McClain 13 points
Ryan Donald 9 points
Jan. 11th - Shawnee Rolls Over Bethel JV SCC 70 @ Bethel JV 58
Shawnee Record (11-6)
SAINTS Top Performers:
Eddrick Bruce - 20 points
Brandon Roberts - 13 points
Brashawn Snow - 11 points
Tony Jeffries - 8 points
Ryan Donald - 7 points
Ryan Donald SAINTS Fall to the Warriors of Rend Lake
Rend Lake 75 @ Shawnee 59
Shawnee Record (8-2)
SAINTS Top Performers:
Eddrick Bruce - 16 points 8 rebounds 2 blocks
Jerry Carter - 12 points
Ryan Donald - 9 points 5 rebounds 2 blocks
Pictured at left: Eddrick Bruce
Ryan Donald The SAINTS Fall to the Cardinals of Mineral Area
Mineral Area 83 @ Shawnee CC 69
Shawnee Record (8-1)
SAINTS Top Performers:
Ryan Donald 14 points 8 rebounds
James McClain 14 points 9 rebounds
Eddrick Bruce 8 points 6 rebounds 2 steals
Pictured at left: Ryan Donald
Shawnee Breaks Into the Top 20 in the NJCAA Poll
Final Score The SAINTS Stay UNDEFEATED!
West Kentucky Tech 64 @ Shawnee CC 68
Shawnee Record (8-0)
SAINTS Top Performers:
Eddrick Bruce 19 points, 13 rebounds, 3 steals and 3 blocks
Ricky Allen 12 points, 4 assist and 2 steals
James McClain 10 points 4 rebounds, 3 blocks and 3 steals
Jerry Carter 9 points (2-3 3pt. FG)
Ryan Donald 8 points (6-6 FT) 4 rebounds
Bruce's 34 Points Pushes the SAINTS to 7-0
Shawnee CC 96 @ Mid-Continent JV 88
Shawnee Record (7-0)
SAINTS Top Performers:
Eddrick Bruce - 34 points and 13 rebounds 4 blocks
James McClain - 19 points and 10 rebounds
Ricky Allen - 13 points 5 assist
Pictured at left: Eddrick Bruce Men's Basketball Team
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