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Moraine Valley Community College

School Overview:

School Notes:

• Moraine Valley is a cornerstone of success in Chicago's southwest suburbs. Since our founding in 1967, we've awarded over 37,000 associate's degrees and career certificates, with more than a half-million individuals of all ages benefiting from Moraine Valley courses and programs. That includes traditional college-age students, adults entering second careers, children and active retirees taking personal enrichment classes, and businesses improving their bottom-line through our employee and corporate training opportunities.
• We are one of just 12 Vanguard Learning Colleges in North America, selected by the League for Innovation in the Community College. With our emphasis on teaching and learning, Moraine Valley is at the forefront of higher education, ranking in the top 8 percent of American community colleges in associate's degrees awarded. In fact, one-third of all high school students in our district begin their college careers at Moraine Valley. We offer more than 120 degrees and certificates, including transfer programs that cover the first two years of a bachelor's degree; as well as exceptional career training, with learning assisted on the same cutting-edge equipment used by professionals.
• Our small class size assures you'll get personalized attention from teachers who are committed to your success. There also are support services, including academic advising, job counseling, and financial aid. We offer low tuition with flexible learning options, including day, evening, weekend, online and off-campus classes in neighborhoods throughout the district. Clearly, Moraine Valley is your affordable choice for top-quality education.
• Our extracurricular activities offer you a world of diversity representative of our student body. They include a chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the national honors society for two-year colleges; The Glacier student newspaper; the 24 Karats Dance Team; clubs for learning and sharing about different cultural backgrounds; nationally ranked athletics teams; and so much more. Plus, at our Fine and Performing Arts Center, you can enjoy the finest in today's dance, theater, and music, as well as professional gallery exhibits. Moraine Valley's beautiful 294-acre campus, located in a scenic forested area, offers the advantages of a university-like setting within a welcoming campus environment.
• The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
• Profile last updated: 08/22/2008.

In the News:

• Students rate Harper faculty among best in nation (Daily Herald)
  posted on March 12, 2010 at 10:22:17 pm
  Given the choice, few college students would voluntarily sign up for a class that meets at 8 a.m. on Mondays and Fridays. But exceptions might be made when that time slot is taught by a professor known for being engaging or kind with the grading curve.
• RECRUITING GUY: Power forward schedules visit to UA (Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)
  posted on March 12, 2010 at 10:15:24 am
  Arkansas is eyeing power forward Dwight McCombs of Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, Ill.
• Twins pique our interest, especially at Stagg (SouthtownStar)
  posted on March 11, 2010 at 10:03:47 am
  Andrew and Matt Witek are among 39 sets of twins cruising the halls at Stagg High School in Palos Hills. Dolores and Antoinette Mannella are another. Deirdre and Declan Harty yet another. While their classmates are fascinated by the multiples, the twins themselves sigh a collective, "Eh." Triplets Tim, Beth Ann and Maggie Nance are more fascinated by other people's fascination with their lives ...
• Memories of Mom are everlasting (SouthtownStar)
  posted on March 3, 2010 at 10:03:21 am
  I still can remember the time my mom read my first byline story in a local newspaper. "I don't think this story was edited the right way," she said with a curious look. "Who's your editor?" "I'm the editor," her 18-year-old son said, but later nodded in agreement regarding the "there" vs. "their" spelling mistake. "I'm just learning this new job." "Well, if you ever need any help in spelling ...
• Scouting South Suburban College baseball 2010 (The Times of Northwest Indiana)
  posted on March 1, 2010 at 05:10:02 am
  Scouting South Suburban baseball 2010

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