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Free Paraprofessional & Substitute Teacher Training

March 23, 2026

Richland Community College, funded through the Grow Your Own Teachers Illinois initiative, is hosting a free two-day workshop designed to support individuals interested in becoming paraprofessionals or substitute teachers. Participants will receive training, resources, and the opportunity to connect directly with hiring partners. WHEN: May 28–29, 2026 from 8:00 AM-3:00 PM WHERE: Shilling Community Education Center Salons (3925 E College Pk Dr, Decatur,…

2026 Richland Career Fair

March 12, 2026

On April 2, Career Services will host the 2026 Career Fair, a networking event bridging the gap between graduation and your first big role.

Transfer Night

Are you wanting to earn a baccalaureate degree? Join us for Transfer Night on March 31 – an open house where you plan your academic future.

Winter Weather Closure – 01.26.26

January 25, 2026

Richland Community College will be closed due to inclement weather on Monday, January 26, 2026. All classes are canceled, and all offices/services on campus will be closed. The Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center will continue to operate as previously scheduled.

Richland Launches The Sprout Podcast

January 14, 2026

Richland Community College is giving the community a look behind the curtain with their new podcast: The Sprout. With new episodes released every Monday through May 2026, the podcast highlights the many ways Richland Community College is bringing redemption and innovation through education. Each episode is a casual conversation between the host, Cassie Ndembe, and…

EnRiching Our History

December 10, 2025

EnRiching Our History, the 4th Annual EnRich Program Recognition & Awards, will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, starting at 5 PM. Featuring Keynote Speaker Tiffany D. Hightower, the Executive Director of the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation, the evening will include: The event will be located in the Shilling Community Education Center Salons…

Richland Community College Board of Trustees Seeking Candidate to Fill Vacancy

September 17, 2025

Richland Community College Board of Trustees is seeking a candidate to fill a vacancy on the Board. The individual selected by the Board of Trustees will fill the vacancy until the 2027 election and then commit to a re-election in 2033. The candidate must be a resident of the Richland Community College District. The current…

Richland’s Career Services Holds Volunteer Fair

September 10, 2025

On Thursday, September 18, Richland Community College’s Career Services will hold its first Community Volunteer Fair – which will be open to the public. Details The fair will feature these organizations:

Richland Honors Achievements of Faculty & Staff

September 04, 2025

The week before the Fall 2025 semester began, Richland Community College celebrated the achievements of many of its faculty & staff at Convocation. This recognition includes years of service, awards & certificates, promotions & tenure, educational achievements, and retirement celebrations. Celebrating Years of Service Award/Certification Recognition Promotions & Tenure

Remembering Tom Ritter

August 21, 2025

Richland Community College Honors Life of Longtime Board Member Richland Community College is honoring the life of Tom Ritter, a dedicated member of the Board of Trustees since 2013, who passed away on August 20, 2025. Tom was dedicated to using his passions to support his community. A lifelong resident of Blue Mound, Tom owned…

Richland Community College Honors Work of Faculty & Alumni with Annual Awards

May 28, 2025

Decatur, IL – The 2024-25 academic year at Richland Community College is complete, and the College is proud to announce their Faculty of the Year and Alumnus of the Year. They also named the faculty who received the title of Professor Emeritus. Professor Faith Brenner has been named the 2025 Faculty of the Year. Brenner…

Operation Obstacle 2025

April 28, 2025

Sign up today for Operation Obstacle: The Race to End Veteran Suicide! WHAT IS IT? Operation Obstacle is a 2-mile, 20-obstacle course race to raise awareness of veteran suicide. WHEN: September 20, 2025 | 10 AMCheck-in & same day registration go from 8:30 – 9:30 AM. The Welcome ceremony starts at 10 AM, and the…

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