EICC News

Jasmine O’Quinn standing at front desk in Scott Community College's Urban Campus

Faith, Family, and a Future: Jasmine O'Quinn

On a frigid January night, Jasmine O’Quinn sits at her desk by the main entrance of the Scott Community College (SCC) Urban Campus, her grey beanie pulled snugly over her ears and her Per Mar Security jacket zipped up tight.

Building Skills, Building Futures: Gabe Bender

For Gabe Bender, working at Carver Pump isn’t just about the job—it’s also about the future. “Job security is really important to me,” he said.

The Door That’s Always Open: MCC’s De-Stress Room

In Strahan Hall, on the Muscatine Community College (MCC) campus, there is one door that is never locked. It is an open invitation for students to enter, no matter what they need.

Rendering of Dewitt Career Advancement Center

A Vision Coming to Life

October 1, 2022 | Johnna Kerres

Simmering soups, virtual welders, auto lifts, and more were on full display as hundreds of people soaked in the sights, sounds, and smells of EICCs' brand new Clinton Career Advancement Center late last year.

Rendering of CCC Career Advancement Center

EICC to celebrate grand opening of Clinton Career Advancement Center

September 23, 2022

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is bringing the community together to celebrate the grand opening of Clinton Community College’s Career Advancement Center on Monday, Oct. 24, from 4 – 7 p.m.

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Putting a Lid on the Great Resignation

September 23, 2022 | Griffin Wagner

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, in June 2022, 4.4 million Americans permanently quit or changed jobs, and 10.7 million job openings were reported. With numbers like this, it’s nearly impossible to find a company in any sector that is fully staffed. As a result, some companies are minimizing job requirements to fill…

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When its a Challenge to Keep on Trucking

September 23, 2022 | Griffin Wagner

According to the American Trucking Association, trucking companies in the United States suffered a record deficit of 80,000 drivers last year. Given that trucks move more than 70% of American freight, a lack of drivers spells substantial disruption. This shortage impacts our supply chain, and creates challenges for those in the industry—whether they are behind…

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Register for EICCs accelerated Winterim Semester, starting Sept. 26

September 21, 2022

Starting Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, students can register for Eastern Iowa Community Colleges’ (EICC) accelerated, 2022-23 Winterim Semester. Enrollment is open to all current EICC students, as well as guest students from other colleges and universities.