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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.

Bright Futures Gala

February 13, 2026

A Richland Community College Foundation Event.

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’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:

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…

2025 Spring Plant Sale

April 17, 2025

Richland Student Farms is holding their annual Plant Sale: May 2 & 3, 2025 Friday from 7 AM – 6 PM | Saturday from 7 AM – 1 PM NEW LOCATION: Michael D. Andreas Agriculture Building (One College Park, Decatur, IL 62521) The Michael D. Andreas Agriculture Building is located on the west end of…

Richland Community College Kicks Off Community College Month

April 01, 2025

Decatur, IL – As Richland Community College celebrates Community College Month this April, the College proudly embraces its mission to support all students by fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. This year’s theme, Best Decision Ever, is a perfect reflection of the impact Richland has on its community, offering an education that empowers students…

Meridian High School students can attend Richland for free through Dell & Evelyn Carroll Scholarship

March 19, 2025

Imagine entering college with a full tuition scholarship – giving you the ability to explore without financial burden. That dream is a reality for Meridian High School students thanks to the Dell and Evelyn Carroll Scholarship. “Having free tuition gave me so much freedom. I’m very indecisive, but I’m also a hard worker. I was…

Richland Community College raises money for its Student Assistance Fund with a Haunted “Die”-orama Contest

October 26, 2021

With Halloween just around the corner, staff and faculty at Richland have come up with a unique way to celebrate, while raising money to assist its students. The Richland Haunted “Die”-rama Contest features four unique and creepy creations that are displayed in the Mueller Student Center through 1pm on October 29. Students, staff, and faculty…

Operation Obstacle will benefit the Richland Student Veteran’s Resource Center during Suicide Prevention Month

September 13, 2021

In observance of Suicide Prevention Month in September, the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs Suicide Prevention Team and Richland Community College present the First Annual Operation Obstacle: The Race to End Veteran Suicide. This timed, two-mile obstacle course will be held on Richland’s campus on September 25, 2021, beginning at 10am at the Workforce Development…

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