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      Moraine Valley holding open auditions for ‘Next to Normal’

      The Moraine Valley Community College Academic Theater Department is holding auditions for the American rock musical “Next to Normal” on Tuesday, Sept. 8, starting at 6 p.m., in the Fine
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      Moraine Valley Community College joins nationally recognized Metallica Scholars Initiative as the Workforce Education Program expands to over 90 schools

      All Within My Hands FoundationRenee Richardson, Director of Philanthropyrenee@allwithinmyhands.org(415) 458-1632 x10 American Association of Community CollegesDr. Meghan Gibbons, Chief Strategy & Impact Officermgibbons@aacc.nche.edu202-744-9288 Palos Hills, Illinois – Moraine Valley Community College
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      Moraine Valley student-athletes earn NJCAA and Skyway Conference academic awards

      The National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) recognized 27 Moraine Valley Community College student-athletes with the 2025-26 All-Academic Team Award while three teams earned Academic Team of the Year. Additionally,
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    • Foundation
    • Press Release

    – June 22, 2026

    Moraine Valley Alumni Hall of Fame nomination deadline approaching

    The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation is accepting nominations for its 2027 Alumni Hall of Fame through June 30. Each year, the Hall of Fame…

    • Alumni Spotlight

    – June 22, 2026

    Moraine Valley alumnus uses passion for music to inspire others

    Alan Bishop’s lifelong passion for music began when he received his first guitar at 15 years old. Drawn to the instrument’s sound, he quickly developed…

    • Press Release

    – June 9, 2026

    Moraine Valley selected as co-beneficiary for golf outing honoring local restaurant owner

    Moraine Valley Community College has been selected as a co-beneficiary for the Patrick’s Putts and Pans golf outing on Wednesday, July 15, at Silver Lake…

    • Press Release

    – June 9, 2026

    Moraine Valley administrator earns Trailblazer Award

    Dr. Nina Shoman-Dajani, assistant dean of Learning Enrichment and College Readiness at Moraine Valley Community College, was named the recipient of the 2026 Trailblazer Award…

    • Press Release

    – June 4, 2026

    Moraine Valley mourns passing of President Emeritus Dr. Vernon O. Crawley

    Moraine Valley Community College’s fourth president, Dr. Vernon O. Crawley, died on May 30, 2026. He led the college from 1991 to 2012, when he…

    • Press Release

    – June 4, 2026

    Good team dynamic yields solid results for Moraine Valley men’s tennis in 2026

    The Moraine Valley Community College men’s tennis squad was passionate and supportive this season, bolstering one another through some long matches. As a result, they…

    • Press Release

    – June 4, 2026

    Big hits and big wins define successful Moraine Valley softball season

    When the Moraine Valley Community College softball team’s bats were hot, they were unstoppable. The team proved their skills with big wins, a record over…

    • Press Release

    – June 4, 2026

    Moraine Valley Speech and Debate Team student wins Interstate Oratory Tournament

    Aaron Vinicio Lopez, captain of Moraine Valley Community College’s Speech and Debate Team, is the 2026 Interstate Oratory Champion, making history for the college’s Speech…

    • Press Release

    – June 2, 2026

    Moraine Valley president and student swap roles for one day

    Filling the shoes of a college president, even temporarily, is no easy task, but recent Moraine Valley Community College graduate Karolina Granda had the experience…

    • Press Release

    – June 2, 2026

    Moraine Valley student receives Paul Simon Democracy Prize

    Moraine Valley Community College student Isabella Taylor was named a winner of the 2026 Paul Simon Democracy Prize. The Paul Simon Public Policy Institute at Southern Illinois University…

    • Press Release

    – June 2, 2026

    Moraine Valley vice president selected for Aspen Institute’s Rising Presidents Fellowship

    Dr. Kiana Battle, vice president for Institutional Effectiveness at Moraine Valley Community College, was selected as one of 40 outstanding leaders from across the country…

    • Press Release

    – June 2, 2026

    Moraine Valley and Illinois Tech partner to create new gateway to a bachelor’s degree

    Moraine Valley Community College recently announced a guaranteed admission partnership and articulation agreement with the Illinois Institute of Technology. Through the agreement, Moraine Valley students…

    • Board of Trustees
    • Press Release

    – June 2, 2026

    Moraine Valley Board of Trustees approves bond referendum for fall election

    The Moraine Valley Community College Board of Trustees approved a resolution at its May 21 meeting to place a referendum on the ballot at the…

    • Press Release

    – May 21, 2026

    Economic impact data shows Moraine Valley adds $1.1 billion of income, more than 12,000 jobs to district

    A newly released economic impact study conducted by Lightcast and the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) shows that Illinois’ community colleges are a powerful driver…

    • Foundation
    • Press Release

    – May 19, 2026

    Application window for Moraine Valley Foundation scholarships closes end of May

    Current and prospective Moraine Valley Community College students are encouraged to apply for Moraine Valley Foundation scholarships. Ranging from $250 to $7,000, over 300 scholarships…

    • Press Release

    – May 6, 2026

    Moraine Valley Commencement will feature student speakers from Tinley Park, Oak Lawn

    Moraine Valley Community College’s 2026 Commencement on Friday, May 8, will feature student speakers Kelly Wilson, of Tinley Park, delivering remarks during the 2 p.m.…

    • Press Release

    – April 30, 2026

    Moraine Valley’s short-term training leads to long-term success

    As part of the nationwide celebration of Community College Month, Moraine Valley Community College is highlighting its vital contribution to strengthening the local workforce through…

    • Press Release

    – April 28, 2026

    Palos Park Woman’s Club selects Moraine Valley as Mother’s Day Walk beneficiary

    The Palos Park Woman’s Club (PPWC), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with over 130 members, has chosen Moraine Valley Community College as a beneficiary for its…

    • FPAC
    • Press Release

    – April 28, 2026

    A little dissonance, a little Disney and a whole lot of fun

    As the oboe player tuned the Moraine Valley Orchestra, the audience eagerly anticipated the director’s arrival to open the group’s spring concert – Juxtapositions. Before…

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    • Press Release

    – April 27, 2026

    Moraine Valley student featured in national panel with Ivy League and university voices

    Moraine Valley Community College student, Sean Scholz, recently was selected among college student panelists across the country to contribute to a column on NOTUS.org, which…