News & Events

Operation Obstacle 2026

June 22, 2026

Join us for the sixth annual Operation Obstacle on September 19, 2026! This race was created to raise awareness of veteran suicide.

Richland Community College Partners with Children’s Museum of Illinois

May 28, 2026

Decatur, IL – Richland Community College and the Children’s Museum of Illinois are cooking up plans to build a Teaching Kitchen. Approved by the Richland Community College Board of Trustees in April, the partnership is designed to connect children and families with hands-on learning experiences and early exposure to career pathways through educational programming, workforce…

Richland Celebrates Community College Month by Showcasing Impact on Local Economy

April 20, 2026

This April, Richland Community College is proud to showcase their direct, positive impact on the central Illinois economy as they join colleges nationwide in celebrating Community College Month. Community College Month is an annual grassroots campaign to bring attention to the value and importance of community colleges led by the Association of Community College Trustees….

Spring Plant Sale

April 07, 2026

Join us for our 2026 Spring Plant Sale on May 1 & 2! We’re offering a variety of annuals, herbs, roses, and vegetables to fill your garden.

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,…

Phi Theta Kappa Welcomes New Members

March 18, 2026

For 51 years Richland’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the International Honor Society of the Community College, has inducted new members in the fall and spring. We are pleased to announce the list of members for spring 2026: Each of these students has met the requirements of a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA for at least…

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.

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…