EICC News
CNC Technician Training Supports Local Manufacturing Workforce
EICC is offering a CNC Entry-Level Technician course this fall to help meet growing demand for skilled workers in the region’s machining and manufacturing industries.
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Iowa Quad Cities College Fair 2025 | Oct. 20
Private and public colleges, universities and technical schools will assemble for the area’s largest college fair—The Iowa Quad Cities College Fair 2025.
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EICC Launches Regional Workforce Development and Training Survey
This effort is a key step in better understanding the real-time needs of local industries and ensuring that EICC continues to deliver responsive, high-quality training solutions for our ever-evolving workforce landscape.
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Blueprint for a Comeback
Christopher Bolin overcame addiction, rediscovered his purpose, and found a path forward at Scott Community College. From earning his physics transfer degree to leading campus initiatives like SMART Recovery, Chris transformed his life with the support of EICC. Now, he’s headed to Milwaukee School of Engineering—proof that with grit, growth, and guidance, your next is now.
Read moreTwo EICC Professionals Honored for Excellence in Career and Technical Education
Two professionals from Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to career and technical education in Iowa.
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$1.65 Million in Funding Secured for Expansion of Muscatine Industrial Technology Center
The project represents a 50% expansion of the current facility, allowing MCC to significantly increase its capacity to deliver high-demand career and technical programs.
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Starting Over, Rising Above
Joeanna Moore returned to college at 28, searching for purpose. Four years later, the SCC graduate is headed to Columbia University—proof that it’s never too late to begin again.
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EICC’s Scott Schneider Receives Statewide Honor for Adult Education
Scott Schneider, PhD., Dean of Adult Education and Literacy at EICC, has been named the 2025 Outstanding Administrator of the Year by the Iowa Literacy Council (ILC).
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EICC Announces 2025 Emeritus Award Recipients
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges has named three colleagues as 2025 Emeritus Award recipients in recognition of their outstanding service to students, the college, and the community.
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A Free Class. A CNA License. A Nursing Career.
When Mekayla Peters looks at her life today—deep into her third semester of nursing school with just one to go—it feels almost surreal.
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Art Gallery Exhibit of Dee Ketelsen Artwork
Clinton Community College is hosting a new art exhibit in the Library Art Gallery from June through August. The exhibit features the artwork of freelance artist Dee Ketelsen, a proud Clinton Community College graduate.
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New Leadership Course Builds Practical Skills
Launching this June, Advanced Frontline Leadership is a new five-session course designed to help supervisors grow into confident, capable leaders with the tools to build trust, lead with empathy, and motivate teams across career stages.
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Jeff’s Journey: Growing Talent In-House
For Jeff Wanzek, a packing line operator with seven years of experience at the plant, the opportunity was unexpected but life-changing.
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Leallen Ehlers: Championing Talent and Teamwork
Leallen is a 1983 graduate of the Electronic Engineering Technology program. I have 35 years of manufacturing experience, working for General Electric, DuPont, and Eaton Aerospace. Over the years, I’ve held positions as Automation Technician, ME, Quality Manager, Customer Service Manager, Operations Superintendent, and Director of Operation.
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EICC to Celebrate Graduates of its High School Equivalency Program June 17, 24, and 26
EICC is proud to recognize and celebrate the achievements of students who have completed the college’s High School Equivalency Program. Ceremonies taking place this June in Muscatine, Clinton, and Davenport will honor graduates whose determination, hard work, and persistence have helped them reach this important milestone.
Read moreSpring 2025 President's and Deans' Lists
These students were named to the President’s and Deans' Lists for the Spring 2025 semester..
Read moreGoodwill Works With EICC And Partners to Expand Career Access
Goodwill of the Heartland is launching a new Manufacturing Career Pathway to ensure people have access to the skills and support they need to thrive. Through EICC, participants can earn a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician certificate.
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CRE8 Labs Student Showcase – June 12
EICC and the Davenport Community School District are excited to invite you to the CRE8 Labs Student Showcase!
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Carrying On the Legacy
More than 50 years after Leota Rickey graduated from one of Scott Community College’s first nursing cohorts, her great-granddaughter is continuing that legacy. Haylea Mallia, a 25-year-old mother, graduated this May with her Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Nursing Degree from Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC).
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EICC Announces 2025 Emeritus Award Recipients
Eastern Iowa Community Colleges has named three colleagues as 2025 Emeritus Award recipients in recognition of their outstanding service to students, the college, and the community.
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New St. Ambrose University Partnership Expands Access and Boosts Support for Online Nursing Students
Through this new guest enrollment agreement, students enrolled in SAU’s Nano Nagle Online Nursing Program can now take approved EICC courses that count toward their SAU degree.
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New Culinary Incubator to Host Open House June 3 in Muscatine
A new commercial kitchen space is opening its doors in downtown Muscatine, ready to help local food makers turn their passion into a business.
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Leading with Heart—and a Badge
When Elexiana Oliva took the stage as a graduation speaker at Muscatine Community College (MCC) Commencement ceremony, her voice was steady—but the emotion behind it was unmistakable. She had something to say, and people were listening. Graduating represented more than an academic milestone. Oliva represented a vision for the future of law enforcement
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From Fear to the Front of the Stage
Two years ago, Brittany Conduff sat in her car outside Clinton Community College (CCC), nervous and second-guessing her decision to return to school after more than a decade away from the classroom.
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Triple-Enrolled Student Graduates from CCC Before High School
Elena Brisch’s time at EICC wasn’t just about earning a degree early—it was about building the tools she needed for what comes next. Now, at just 18-years-old, she graduated with an associate in arts degree before officially receiving her high school diploma and was featured as one of the May 2025 Commencement speakers. She reminded her peers of their strength and encouraged them to always keep moving forward.
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