Sauk Valley Community College

09/02/2026

Tonight's the night! Help us PACK THE NEST! Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the SVCC Gym, where Skyhawks Volleyball will take on Carl Sandburg. Let's pack the stands and show off our SVCC pride! Students get in FREE with their ID.

Admission:
Free with a valid SVCC ID
$5 Adults
$3 Seniors
$1 Children (Under 10) & Non-SVCC Students

09/01/2026

Today is the last day to sign up for the Impact Program! Before midnight tonight, visit svcc.edu/impact and sign up your in-district student for the program.

Today is the LAST DAY to sign up for the SVCC Impact Program!!

The Skyhawk life is sweet🌸The Impact Program is currently supporting 2,192 students in their pursuit of higher education, and we would love for YOU to join our community! In the past five years, Impact students have volunteered a total of 137,167 hours with over 290 nonprofits, and those numbers continue to grow. Become part of a blossoming community initiative now and start earning your tuition at SVCC while doing it!💐

Before midnight tonight, visit svcc.edu/impact and sign up for the Impact Program.

09/01/2026

Get ready, Skyhawks! Pack the Nest is almost here. Join us tomorrow night, Wednesday, September 2, at 6:00 p.m in the SVCC Gym. Don't miss Skyhawks Volleyball take on Carl Sandburg. We need you to bring the energy and cheer loud! Students get in FREE with their ID.

Admission:
Free with a valid SVCC ID
$5 Adults
$3 Seniors
$1 Children (Under 10) & Non-SVCC Students

08/25/2026

We’re back with another Sauk Minute with Dr. Mandrell! Classes are in full swing, and there are plenty of events coming up for students and the Sauk Valley community.

What Skyhawk sports are you most excited to see this semester? Let us know in the comments below!

08/21/2026

Yesterday, the SVCC Police Academy celebrated the completion of the program's eleventh class with a graduation ceremony. We're incredibly proud of the work you've done, and we're excited to see where your journey takes you. Congratulations, Basic Law Enforcement Class #11!

08/20/2026

The Sauk Valley College Foundation is proud to announce that it has received a $10,000 Workforce Readiness grant from the American Water Charitable Foundation in support of Sauk Valley Community College's Impact Program. This innovative initiative removes financial barriers to higher education while strengthening the region's future workforce.

The Workforce Readiness grant is part of the American Water Charitable Foundation’s Keep Communities Flowing Grant Program. The Foundation is a philanthropic nonprofit organization established by American Water, the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the U.S., that supports high-impact projects and initiatives that further American Water’s commitment to the communities it serves.

President, Dr. Jon Mandrell, stated, “We are deeply grateful to receive this very generous donation from the American Water Charitable Foundation. This donation is an investment, an investment in our future generations and in building a stronger workforce for the Sauk Valley.”

08/19/2026

08/19/2026

Our first week is flying by! Campus is buzzing with new and familiar faces. On day one, Dr. Mandrell asked students: Why did you choose Sauk?

08/14/2026

Sauk Valley Community College will be closed today, Friday, August 14, for regularly scheduled staff and faculty training. We're gearing up for the start of the semester, and we look forward to welcoming our new and returning Skyhawks on Monday, August 17!

08/12/2026

The Student Services Center will operate with limited service today, August 12, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Student Services Center will be assisting with New Student Orientation to help our new Skyhawks get situated. We apologize for any inconvenience. In-person wait times may be longer than usual.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the Student Services Center at 815-835-6273.