Op-Ed: It’s Time for Illinois to Empower Community Colleges to Grant Bachelor’s Degrees by Dr. Curt Oldfield
April 29, 2025As Illinois continues to wrestle with workforce shortages in key sectors including healthcare, advanced manufacturing, education, business and
Read More2025-2026 Student Trustee Logan Booth Seated at April Board Meeting
April 29, 2025During the Board of Trustees meeting held April 23 at Spoon River College in Canton, outgoing student trustee
Read MoreStill Time to Register for SRC Foundation Fundraiser the Mrs. Roper Romp in Havana
April 28, 2025It’s not too late to register for the Mrs. Roper Romp in Havana on Saturday, May 10. The
Read MoreSRC Athletics Offering Elite Softball Camps
April 25, 2025Spoon River College Athletics is offering two elite prospect softball camps. The first one will be held Wednesday,
Read MoreSpoon River College Honors Foundation Donors at President’s Reception
April 21, 2025Spoon River College president Dr. Curt Oldfield welcomed SRC Foundation donors and guests to the annual President’s Reception
Read MoreDiesel and Power Systems Technology Students Awarded Scholarships
April 21, 2025Five Spoon River College students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology (DPST) program were awarded scholarships following
Read MoreSRC Community Outreach Hosts 32nd Lifelong Learning Conference
April 17, 2025The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach hosted the 32nd Lifelong Learning Conference April 11 at the
Read MoreCross-country Returning to SRC with Chase Fisher as Head Coach
April 17, 2025Spoon River College is bringing back a cross-country program, with the season set to begin in the fall.
Read MoreThe Importance of Solar Farms and the Use of Solar Energy on College Campuses
April 16, 2025As college campuses strive to become more sustainable and eco-friendlier, the implementation of solar farms and the use
Read MoreAbout the Aspen Institute
April 16, 2025The Aspen Institute is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering leadership, advancing policy, and promoting dialogue on
Read MoreSpoon River College Faculty: Committed Educators Across Disciplines
April 16, 2025Spoon River College boasts a dedicated and diverse faculty, both full-time faculty members and numerous adjunct instructors who
Read MoreDual Credit Program for High School Students
April 16, 2025Dual Credit Program for High School Students Spoon River College offers a robust Dual Credit Program that enables
Read MoreSpoon River College to Open New Campus in Macomb
April 16, 2025Spoon River College will open a new campus in Macomb in summer 2025, marking a significant step in
Read More18th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In April 26 at Canton Campus
April 8, 2025The 18th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In will be held Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Read MoreSRC Hosting Job Fair May 2 at Canton Campus
April 8, 2025A job fair will be held on Friday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the
Read MorePhi Theta Kappa Induction Held at Spoon River College
April 7, 2025Spoon River College inducted new members into the Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Community College Month in April
April 3, 2025April is annually recognized as Community College Month as a way to bring awareness and understanding of the
Read MoreNursing Program at Spoon River College Offers Students Unique Option
April 1, 2025The Associate Degree in Nursing program at Spoon River College is a two-year program that offers the option
Read MoreCollege Visit Day at Spoon River College in Macomb April 11
March 28, 2025Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Friday, April 11, from 9-11 a.m. at the SRC
Read MoreSpoon River College 64th Commencement May 8 at Canton Campus
March 28, 2025Spoon River College will hold their 64th Commencement on Thursday, May 8, at 6 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose
Read MoreSpoon River College Welcomes Hannah Neuendorf as Human Resource Director
March 28, 2025Spoon River College welcomed Hannah Neuendorf back to the college as the Director of Human Resources. She started
Read MoreSpoon River College Students Named to All-Illinois Academic Team
March 28, 2025Four Spoon River College students have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team as a
Read MoreNew Solar Lighting Installed on Student Walkway with Grant from Illinois Green Economy Network
March 27, 2025This past fall, members of Students for Environmental Action (SEA) at Spoon River College worked with CFO Sarah
Read MoreSRC Students Attend Spring Leadership Conference at WIU
March 12, 2025Four TRIO and Phi Theta Kappa members from the Macomb Campus of Spoon River College attended the Spring
Read MoreMiller Named New Dean of Career and Workforce Education at Spoon River College
March 11, 2025Melissa Miller of Canton has been named as the Dean of Career and Workforce Education at Spoon River
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosting Free Employability Skills Academy
March 7, 2025Spoon River College will hold an Employability Skills Academy Thursday, March 27, from 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. in the
Read MoreSave the Date for SRC Foundation’s Mrs. Roper Romp in Havana
March 5, 2025Channel the 70’s, find a caftan and a curly red wig, and mark your calendar for the first
Read MorePhi Theta Kappa Members Creating Birthday Boxes for Food Pantries
March 5, 2025Phi Theta Kappa members at Spoon River College believe everyone should have a birthday cake, and are hosting
Read MoreMarch 28 Deadline for Fellheimer Scholarship Applications
February 28, 2025Applications for the Spring 2025 Fellheimer Scholarship, offered through the Spoon River College Foundation, are available and due
Read MoreSpoon River College Receives Mental Health Grant to Address Student Needs
February 28, 2025Spoon River College was one of 32 community colleges in Illinois awarded a grant to support student mental
Read MoreCareer Education College Visit Day March 25 at Canton Campus
February 24, 2025Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Tuesday, March 25, from 9-11 a.m. at the Canton
Read MoreSpoon River College Theatre Presents The Runner Stumbles February 28-March 2
February 20, 2025Spoon River College Theatre will present The Runner Stumbles on Friday, February 28 through Sunday, March 2. Set
Read MoreAg Students Compete at Spring PAS Conference
February 14, 2025Students in the Agriculture program at Spoon River College attended the Illinois State PAS Spring Conference that was
Read MoreWIU Hosting LEJA Event at Spoon River College
February 13, 2025The Western Illinois University Law Enforcement and Justice Administration Department (LEJA) will visit the Spoon River College –
Read MorePresident’s Reception April 17-Save the Date
February 4, 2025Spoon River College will host their annual President’s Reception on Thursday, April 17, starting at 5:30 p.m. with
Read MoreFebruary Recognized as Career and Technical Education Month
February 3, 2025February is celebrated as Career and Technical Education (CTE) month as a way to put the spotlight on
Read MoreSeeking Nominations for SRC Faculty Awards – Deadline February 28, 2025
January 28, 2025Every year Spoon River College honors three current faculty members (two full-time, one part-time) who have displayed excellence
Read MoreRegistration for Late Starting Classes Underway at Spoon River College
January 28, 2025While the first session of spring semester classes is already underway at Spoon River College, registration is ongoing
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Kicks off 20th Anniversary Celebration
January 16, 2025The SRC Community Chorus kicks off its 20th anniversary year with a new logo and the announcement of
Read MoreAgriculture Students Receive Scholarships
January 16, 2025Spoon River College agriculture students Jonathan Hedges and Nellie Lehnhausen are this year’s recipients of the Compeer Financial
Read MoreRecipients of the Employee Denim for Dollars Campaign Announced
January 16, 2025The latest recipients of the Spoon River College Denim for Dollars employee campaign for 2024 were Fulton-Mason Crisis
Read MoreSpoon River College Schedules College Visit Day February 3 at Canton Campus
January 15, 2025Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Thursday, February 3, from 9-11 a.m. at the Canton
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Fall 2024 Graduates
January 15, 2025Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2024 semester at
Read MorePublic Notice of Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit by the ACEN
January 13, 2025The Spoon River College Nursing program wishes to announce that it will host a site visit for continuing
Read MorePresident’s List for Fall 2024 Full-Time Students
January 9, 2025Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MorePresident’s List for Fall 2024 Part-Time Students
January 9, 2025Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreDean’s List for Fall 2024 Full-Time Students
January 9, 2025Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreDean’s List for Fall 2024 Part-Time Students
January 9, 2025Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreVolunteer Tutors Needed for Adult Literacy Classes
December 20, 2024Spoon River College’s Adult Education Office is seeking volunteer tutors for students in their GED®, ESL (English as
Read MoreFast Track Registration Begins January 6
December 13, 2024Fast Track Registration for the Spring 2025 semester at Spoon River College will be held January 6-8 and
Read MoreVickie Parry Joins Spoon River College as Marketing Director
December 13, 2024Spoon River College welcomes Vickie Parry as the new Marketing Director. She will be responsible for crafting and
Read MoreMichelle Howe Joins Spoon River College as Alumni Coordinator
December 13, 2024Spoon River College welcomes Michelle Howe as the Alumni Coordinator, a position that was created to work in
Read MoreSRC’s #GivingSPOONday Raises $60,154
December 9, 2024The totals are in, and the Spoon River College Foundation’s #GivingSPOONday campaign received 248 gifts from our supportive
Read MoreFAFSA Completion Workshop at Cuba High School January 15
December 6, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present a FAFSA completion workshop at Cuba
Read MoreFAFSA Completion Workshop at Rushville-Industry High School January 28
December 6, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present a FAFSA completion workshop at Rushville-Industry
Read MoreSRC Students Present Research Posters
December 5, 2024Spoon River College students participated in a research poster session November 20 at the Canton Campus. A total
Read MoreSRC Foundation Scholarships Available, Application Deadline is March 14, 2025
November 22, 2024Spoon River College and the SRC Foundation offer a variety of scholarships to provide financial assistance to students
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosts 10th Grade Career Expo at Canton Campus
November 21, 2024More than 250 sophomores from Canton, Cuba, Farmington, Havana, and Lewistown attended the annual 10th Grade Career Expo
Read MoreFAFSA Completion Workshops Scheduled at SRC District High Schools
November 20, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present free completion workshops for the 2025-2026
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosts 10th Grade Career Expo at Macomb Outreach Center
November 15, 2024There were 275 sophomores at the 10th Grade Career Expo sponsored by Spoon River College and held at
Read MoreCanton Community College/Spoon River College Host Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall of Fame
November 12, 2024The Canton Community College/Spoon River College Alumni Association hosted their annual Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall
Read MoreSRC Student Ted Eifert: Using Veteran’s Benefits to Earn Nursing Degree
November 8, 2024Before he was a Spoon River College student, Ted Eifert of Rushville served five years in the US
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates National First-Generation Day
November 8, 2024Spoon River College celebrated National First-Generation Day November 8, which is the day when the Higher Education Act
Read MoreSpoon River College Literacy Program and District Libraries Celebrating Family Reading Night November 21
November 6, 2024The Spoon River College Literacy Program is pleased to announce that the 33rd Annual Family Reading Night will
Read MoreAnnual Pancakes for Bette Fundraiser Hosted by Phi Mu Tau
November 4, 2024The 15th Annual Pancakes for Bette fundraiser was held at Spoon River College in Canton on October 30.
Read MoreKnow Your Impact: #GivingSPOONday Kicks Off Season of Giving: Goal of 350 gifts by midnight Dec. 3; All Gifts Benefit Local Students
November 1, 2024#GivingSPOONday, Spoon River College’s version of Giving Tuesday, the worldwide day of giving that kicks off the holiday
Read MoreSRC Theatre Presents The Book of Will November 8-10
October 30, 2024Spoon River College Theatre will present their fall production, The Book of Will, on Friday and Saturday, November
Read MoreCollege and Transfer Fair Hosted by Spoon River College
October 30, 2024Approximately 175 people attended the College and Transfer Fair hosted by Spoon River College on October 22 at
Read MoreSRC Community Outreach Hosts 31st Lifelong Learning Conference
October 29, 2024The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach hosted the 31st Lifelong Learning Conference on October 18th on
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Winter Concert Tickets on Sale November 1
October 28, 2024Now in its 19th season, the SRC Community Chorus presents Winter Blues & All That Jazz Saturday, December
Read MoreCollege Visit Day Featuring Career Programs November 6 at Spoon River College
October 23, 2024Spoon River College will host the final College Visit Day of the fall semester on Wednesday, November 6,
Read MoreDr. Curt Oldfield Chosen for the Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship
October 21, 2024The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) has announced that Dr. Curt Oldfield, president of Spoon River College,
Read MoreSRC Softball Hosting Princess Party Fundraiser November 9
October 10, 2024The Spoon River College softball team is hosting a Princess Party fundraiser on Saturday, November 9, from 3:30
Read MoreSRC Athletics Hosting Women’s Basketball Camp October 27
October 10, 2024Spoon River College athletics is hosting a women’s basketball camp on Sunday, October 27, from 2-4 p.m., at
Read MoreSRC Hosting FAFSA Informational Meeting at Rushville-Industry High School October 24
October 4, 2024SRC Hosting FAFSA Informational Meeting at Rushville-Industry High School Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River
Read More2024 SRC/CCC Alumni Award Recipients Announced
October 4, 2024Spoon River College will host its Annual Alumni Association Awards Reception on Saturday, Nov. 9. Dinner will be
Read MoreCelebrating National Transfer Student Week October 21-25
October 2, 2024Spoon River College will celebrate National Transfer Student Week October 21-25. NTSW is recognized every third week in
Read MoreFellheimer Scholarship Application Deadline October 25
September 26, 2024The Spoon River College Foundation is now accepting applications for the Fall 2024 Fellheimer Trust scholarship. This scholarship
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Office Schedules FAFSA Information Meeting at Cuba High School
September 26, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present an informational meeting at Cuba High
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Staff Schedules FAFSA Meetings and Completion Workshops at Macomb High School
September 25, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present two meetings at Macomb High School
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Staff Schedules FAFSA Meetings at Astoria High School October 22 and December 2
September 24, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present two meetings at Astoria High School
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Office Schedules FAFSA Information Meeting at Canton High School
September 17, 2024Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present an informational meeting at Canton High
Read MoreSRC Student Conner Smith Awarded the Bonnie Stine Scholarship
September 16, 2024Spoon River College student Conner Smith has been awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship for $500 for the
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Enrollment Increase for Fall 2024 Semester
September 12, 2024Spoon River College officials announced a growth in student enrollment for the fall 2024 semester. Student headcount is
Read MoreCollege and Transfer Fair 2024 Scheduled for October 22 at SRC Canton Campus
September 11, 2024Spoon River College will host College and Transfer Fair 2024 on Tuesday, October 22, from 9:30 – 11
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Summer 2024 Graduates
September 6, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who have completed graduation requirements and received degrees and/or certificates during
Read MoreSRC Graduate Carries on Grandfather’s Dream
September 6, 2024Spoon River College graduates are everywhere, including at the local farmers market. Connor Taylor graduated this past spring
Read MoreSpoon River College Foundation Raises Funds at Annual Golf Outing
September 3, 2024The Spoon River College Foundation is excited to announce the success of its annual Golf Outing, held on
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Rehearsals to Begin for Winter Concert 2024
September 3, 2024Now in its 19th season, the SRC Community Chorus presents Winter Blues & All That Jazz Saturday, December
Read MoreWall Breaking Ceremony Kicks Off Renovation of Spoon River College Macomb East Campus
August 30, 2024Spoon River College held a Wall Breaking Ceremony at their Macomb East building located at 2500 E. Jackson
Read MoreSRC Theatre Student Earns Stage Combat Certification
August 16, 2024Xander George Fields of Canton recently earned “Level 1” certification in stage combat. Fields, a second-year student in
Read MoreElection Pre-Filing Notice for Two Positions on SRC Board of Trustees
August 16, 2024Two positions on the Spoon River College Board of Trustees will be filled in the consolidated election scheduled
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosting FAFSA Completion Events at All Locations
August 6, 2024Spoon River College is partnering with the Illinois Student Assistance Commission and the Illinois Community College Board to
Read MoreWall Breaking Ceremony to Kick off Renovation of Spoon River College Macomb East Campus
July 31, 2024Spoon River College will hold a Wall Breaking Ceremony at their Macomb East building located at 2500 E.
Read MoreConstruction Begins at Spoon River College: Funding supports renovations for new CTE facility
July 31, 2024Macomb, IL – Today, the Illinois Capital Development Board (CDB) announced construction has begun on the $17.8 million investment
Read MoreNew Student Orientations Scheduled at Spoon River College
July 25, 2024In preparation for fall classes that start August 19, Spoon River College will hold orientations for new students
Read MoreSpoon River College Selected to Join 2024-2025 Aspen-AASCU Transfer Student Success Intensive Cohort
July 22, 2024Spoon River College was selected by the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) and the American Association of
Read MoreFast Track Registration with Extended Hours Starts August 5
July 18, 2024Fast Track Registration for the Fall 2024 semester at Spoon River College will begin the week of August
Read MoreStill Time to Register for Fall Classes at Spoon River College
July 11, 2024Registration is open for fall classes at Spoon River College that begin August 19, and there are four
Read More“Take Care of It Tuesdays” in July for FAFSA Application Assistance
July 2, 2024The financial aid staff at Spoon River College will be offering a “Take Care of It Tuesdays” initiative
Read MoreSRC Receives NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant
June 26, 2024Spoon River College has been selected to receive a $1,000 Sport Opportunity Grant from the NJCAA Foundation. The
Read MoreSpoon River College Nursing Students Receive Florence Nightingale Award
June 12, 2024Spoon River College nursing graduates Taylor Dimmitt of Colchester and Lindsey Harrison- McDowell of Canton were chosen by
Read More31st Annual SRC Foundation Golf Outing Set for August 9
June 12, 2024The 31st annual golf outing to benefit the Spoon River Collee Foundation will be held on Friday, August
Read MoreWork on the New SRC Macomb Campus Slated to Begin in July
June 12, 2024In 1983, Spoon River College purchased the former Macomb high school building on South Johnson street and began
Read MoreSummer College Visit Day Scheduled for July 17 at Canton and Macomb Campuses
June 10, 2024Spoon River College will host a Summer College Visit Day Wednesday, July 17, at both the Canton and
Read MoreStudent Shout-Out Award Recipient Ryne Crum
June 5, 2024Congratulations to Ryne Crum, for being the Student Shout-Out Award recipient for the spring semester. He excels in
Read MorePresident’s List for Spring 2024 Full-Time Students Announced
June 5, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MorePresident’s List for Spring 2024 Part-Time Students Announced
June 5, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreDean’s List for Spring 2024 Full-Time Students Announced
June 5, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreDean’s List for Spring 2024 Part-Time Students Announced
June 5, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreRibbon Cutting and Open House at Spoon River College Recognizes Contributions to CTE Programs
May 30, 2024Guests attending the ribbon cutting and open house in the newly renovated Votech building at Spoon River College
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Graduates at 63rd Commencement
May 15, 2024Spoon River College held their 63rd Commencement Thursday, May 9, at the Multi-Purpose Building in the MidAmerica National
Read MoreSRC Graduate Coulton Wascher Realizes Dream of Becoming a Firefighter
May 14, 2024Five-year-old Coulton Wascher of Carthage wanted to be a volunteer firefighter when he grew up, just like his
Read MoreStudents Get a Glimpse of “Adulting” at 8th Grade Reality Store
May 2, 2024Approximately 575 students from Ingersoll, Havana, Farmington, Lewistown, Spoon River Valley and Macomb school districts had the chance
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents Playin’ Favorites: The Great American Songbook
April 25, 2024Tickets are now on sale for the SRC Community Chorus production of Playin’ Favorites: The Great American Songbook
Read MoreSRC Foundation Donors Honored at President’s Reception
April 25, 2024Spoon River College President Dr. Curt Oldfield welcomed SRC Foundation donors and guests to the annual President’s Reception
Read MoreSpoon River College Employees Recognized for Service
April 23, 2024Spoon River College held their annual appreciation event April 12 at the Canton Campus and April 19 at
Read MoreSRC Student Government Association Members Visit State Capitol
April 23, 2024Members of the Student Government Association at Spoon River College in both Canton and Macomb visited the State
Read MoreFarm King Shoppers Can Save Money on Purchases by Wearing SRC Apparel on April 27
April 18, 2024Thanks to Spoon River College ag student Dallen Lashmett of Rushville, shoppers at the Farm King stores in
Read MoreDiesel and Power Systems Technology Students Receive Scholarships
April 11, 2024Five Spoon River College students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology (DPST) program were awarded scholarships following
Read MoreRibbon Cutting and Open House May 7 for the Vocational and Technical Education Center
April 11, 2024Spoon River College will host a ribbon cutting and open house in the Vocational and Technical Education Center
Read MoreSpoon River College Commencement May 9 at Canton Campus
April 11, 2024Spoon River College will hold their 63rd Commencement on Thursday, May 9, at 6 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose
Read More17th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In April 29
April 11, 2024The 17th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In will be held Saturday, April 27, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Read MoreFinal Spring College Visit Day Is April 17 from 1-3
April 2, 2024Spoon River College will host its final College Visit Day of the spring semester at both the Canton
Read MoreEsmeralda “Esme” Uribe Elected the 2024-2025 Student Trustee
April 2, 2024Esmeralda “Esme” Uribe of Lewistown will serve as the 2024-2025 student trustee for the Spoon River College Board
Read MoreNew Members Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa at Spoon River College
March 28, 2024Spoon River College inducted new members into the Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Read MoreSRC Students Named to All-Illinois Academic Team
March 22, 2024Three Spoon River College students have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team as a
Read MoreDustin Berg Joins Spoon River College as SRC Foundation Director
March 22, 2024Dustin “Dusty” Berg has joined Spoon River College as the director of the Spoon River College Foundation. Born
Read MoreRegistration Open for Summer and Fall 2024 Semesters at Spoon River College
March 13, 2024Registration for the summer and fall 2024 semesters at Spoon River College is now open for current students,
Read MoreCollege Visit Day Featuring CTE Programs March 21 at Spoon River College
February 26, 2024Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at the Canton and Macomb campuses on Thursday, March 21,
Read MoreHealthcare Exploration Day Allows Hands-On Learning for High School Students
February 26, 2024Spoon River College hosted a group of Canton High Schools students on February 16 for a Healthcare Exploration
Read MoreSpoon River College Receives Illinois Community College Board Grant for CTE Programs
February 22, 2024Spoon River College was one of 12 Illinois community colleges awarded a grant from the Illinois Community College
Read MoreMarch 22 Deadline for Fellheimer Scholarship Applications
February 15, 2024Applications for the Spring 2024 Fellheimer Scholarship, offered through the Spoon River College Foundation, are available and due
Read MoreFebruary Recognized as Career and Technical Education Month
February 15, 2024February is recognized as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and Spoon River College joins other Illinois community
Read MoreHannah Stinocher Joins Nursing Faculty at Spoon River College
February 14, 2024Hannah Stinocher has joined the nursing department at Spoon River College as a full-time faculty member, where she
Read MoreSarah Turner Joins Nursing Faculty at Spoon River College
February 14, 2024Sarah Turner has joined Spoon River College’s nursing department as a full-time faculty member, and will be teaching
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Fall 2023 Graduates
February 7, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2023 semester at
Read MoreSpoon River Garden Club of Canton Donates $500 for Student Needs Center
February 1, 2024Members of the Spoon River Garden Club visited the Canton Campus of Spoon River College to present a
Read MoreChanges Coming to My Portal Login
January 30, 2024As of March 4, 2024, SRC will be updating the “Multi-factor Authentication” process that students and employees use
Read MoreSRC Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline is March 15
January 29, 2024Spoon River College and the SRC Foundation offer a variety of scholarships to provide financial assistance to students
Read MoreSpoon River College Seeking Nominations for Faculty Awards – Deadline February 23
January 25, 2024Every year Spoon River College honors three current faculty members (two full-time, one part-time) who have displayed excellence
Read MorePresident’s List, Fall 2023 Full-Time Students
January 11, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MorePresident’s, Fall 2023 Part-Time Students
January 11, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreDean’s List, Fall 2023 Full-Time Students
January 11, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreDean’s List, Fall 2023 Part-Time Students
January 11, 2024Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Dates for Spring College Visit Days in Canton and Macomb
January 4, 2024Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses on Wednesday, February
Read MoreFast Track Registration January 8-10 and January 16 & 17
January 4, 2024Fast Track Registration for the Spring 2024 semester at Spoon River College will be held January 8-10 and
Read MoreLynn McPheeters, SRC’s First Graduate, Donates to Assist Career and Technical Education Students
January 4, 2024In October 1959, the citizens of Canton Union School District No. 66 passed a referendum to establish a
Read MoreSRC’s #GivingSPOONday Biggest Yet
December 13, 2023The totals are in, and the Spoon River College Foundation’s #GivingSPOONday campaign received 400 gifts, far surpassing its
Read MoreFAFSA Application Completion Workshops Scheduled at District High Schools
December 11, 2023Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present free FAFSA application completion workshops at
Read MoreEsmeralda Uribe November Student Shout-Out Award Recipient
December 6, 2023Esmeralda Uribe of Lewistown is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out Award for November at Spoon River College,
Read MoreTaste-Testing in Nutrition Class: Chicken Nugget Space Food Anyone?
December 1, 2023Students in Elaine Lucas’ Nutrition class at Spoon River College recently had the opportunity to take part in
Read MoreStudents Share Research During Poster Sessions
November 29, 2023Spoon River College students explored a range of topics during poster presentations held at the Canton Campus recently,
Read MoreAlyssa Riggs October Student Shout-Out Award Recipient
November 29, 2023Alyssa Riggs was the recipient of the Student Shout-Out Award for October at Spoon River College, and will
Read MoreSRC Hosts Annual 10th Grade Career Expo at Canton Campus
November 21, 2023More than 200 sophomores from Canton, Cuba, Lewistown, Valley and Farmington high schools attended the 10th Grade Career
Read MoreSRC Hosts Annual 10th Grade Career Expo in Macomb
November 21, 2023Approximately 300 sophomores from Bushnell Prairie City, Macomb, Rushville, and West Prairie high schools attended the annual 10th
Read MoreCCC/SRC Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall of Fame
November 20, 2023The Canton Community College/Spoon River College Alumni Association hosted their annual Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall
Read MoreDeAndre Alexander, SRC Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee
November 20, 2023DeAndre Alexander was inducted into the Spoon River College Athletic Hall of Fame during the annual Canton Community
Read MoreDick Brown, SRC Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee
November 20, 2023Born in 1943 in Canton, this CHS graduate was one of the earliest students at Canton Community College,
Read MoreBonnie Swedell, Distinguished SRC Retiree Award
November 20, 2023Born in Morrison, Ill. in 1942, Swedell was so strongly influenced by her high school business teacher that,
Read MoreWilliam Thomas, Distinguished Alumni Award
November 20, 2023A Fulton County native and 2008 recipient of the CCC/SRC Alumni Achievement Award returns this evening to accept
Read MoreLarry Peterson, Outstanding Service Award
November 20, 2023After graduating from Canton High School, where he played baseball and basketball, during the height of the Vietnam
Read MoreJulie Reeder, Alumni Achievement Award
November 20, 2023With a maiden name of “Dalmasso,” Julie Reeder is no stranger to this event. However, this year, she
Read MoreDr. Kayla Miller, M.D., Alumni Achievement Award
November 20, 2023Dr. Kayla Miller took her first course (a dual-credit course) at SRC in 2003, when she was still
Read MoreDr. Anthony Roberts, D.C., Alumni Achievement Award
November 20, 2023At VIT High School, Roberts expanded his vocal and instrumental gifts in music. He first learned the trumpet, but
Read MoreStephanie and Wesley Carithers, Alumni Achievement Award
November 20, 2023Growing up in the Astoria area, Stephanie (dual degree, 2000) and Wes (Agriculture Business Management, 2001) both attended
Read MoreHelp SRC Students Rise: #GivingSPOONday Kicks off Season of Giving
November 14, 2023With the rising cost of gasoline, goods, services, and cost of living, financial need among SRC students has
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates National First-Generation Day November 8
November 9, 2023Spoon River College celebrated National First-Generation Day November 8, which is the day when the Higher Education Act
Read MoreSpoon River College Literacy Program and District Libraries Celebrating Family Reading Night November 16
November 6, 2023The Spoon River College Literacy Program is pleased to announce that the 32nd Annual Family Reading Night will
Read MoreDPST Students Host 13th Annual Pancakes for Bette Fundraiser
November 6, 2023The 13th Annual Pancakes for Bette fundraiser was held at Spoon River College in Canton on November 1.
Read MoreBowling Added to SRC Sports Fall 2024
November 1, 2023Spoon River College is adding bowling to their list of competitive sports, with the season set to begin
Read MoreSRC Athletics Hosting Elite Softball Camp November 12
November 1, 2023The Spoon River College athletic department is hosting an Elite Prospect Softball Fall Camp on Sunday, November 12,
Read MoreRegistration Open for 2024 Spring and Summer Semesters
October 26, 2023Registration for the 2024 spring and summer semesters at Spoon River College is open for all current and
Read MoreSRC Chorus Presents the Wonder, Full World of Winter
October 25, 2023The 2023 SRC Community Chorus Winter Concert, The Wonder, Full World of Winter, directed by John L. Davis,
Read MoreFinal Fall Semester College Visit Day November 16
October 23, 2023Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Thursday, November 16, from 9-11 a.m. at both the
Read MoreSRC Graduate Attending University of Essex in the UK
October 19, 2023Long fascinated with the United Kingdom, SRC graduate A Roos had a dream come true when he/they had
Read MoreSRC Graduates Share Transfer Experiences
October 19, 2023Clay Beekman and Avery Smith took dual credit classes in high school, earned their associate degrees after just
Read MoreConnesha Posey is Student Shout-Out Award Recipient for September
October 17, 2023Connesha Posey of Macomb is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out Award for September at Spoon River College,
Read More29th Annual Lifelong Learning Conference October 27
October 6, 2023The 29th annual Lifelong Learning Conference will be hosted by the Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach
Read MoreRecognizing National Student Transfer Week October 16-20
October 4, 2023Spoon River College will celebrate National Transfer Student Week October 16-20. NTSW is recognized every third week in
Read MoreSRC Softball Team Hosting Princess Party Fundraiser November 4
October 4, 2023The Spoon River College softball team is hosting a Princess Party fundraiser on Saturday, November 4, from 3:30-5
Read MoreAthletic Department Hosting Casino Night October 28
October 2, 2023The Spoon River College Athletic department is hosting a Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, October 28, at 6
Read MoreSRC Student Abigail Spencer Awarded the Bonnie Stine Scholarship
September 28, 2023Spoon River College student Abigail Spencer has been awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship for $500 for the
Read MoreCollege Visit Day October 11
September 21, 2023Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Wednesday, October 11, from 1-3 p.m. at both the
Read MoreCollege and Transfer Fair 2023 Scheduled for October 19
September 20, 2023Spoon River College will host College and Transfer Fair 2023 on Thursday, October 19, from 9:30-11 a.m. at
Read MoreSpoon River College Holds Events for National Transfer Student Week
September 20, 2023Spoon River College will be hosting a variety of events to promote National Transfer Student Week (NTSW), on
Read MoreSRC Theatre Announces Company for Fall Production
September 20, 2023The Theatre Program at Spoon River College has announced the company for the upcoming production of Exit the
Read MoreStudents Race to Solve Clues in First-Year College Experience Class
September 18, 2023Freshman students at Spoon River College enrolled in LA 103 The College Experience class taught by Amy Rutledge
Read More2023 SRC/CCC Alumni Award Recipients Announced
September 15, 2023Spoon River College will host its Annual Alumni Association Awards Reception on Saturday, Nov. 4. Dinner will be
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing Raises Over $23,000
September 15, 2023The totals are in from the 30th annual Spoon River College Foundation Golf Outing, which was held Friday,
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Office Presenting Free Workshops at District High Schools
September 11, 2023Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present free workshops at district high schools
Read MoreSRC Faculty Complete Safe Zone Training
September 6, 2023Spoon River College faculty completed Safe Zone Training during an orientation held August 17 at the Canton Campus.
Read MoreSummer 2023 Graduates Announced
August 29, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who have completed graduation requirements and received degrees and/or certificates during
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosting College Visit Day September 12
August 25, 2023Spoon River College will host a College Visit Day Tuesday, September 12 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m.
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Begins Rehearsals for 2023 Winter Concert
August 25, 2023Rehearsals begin for The Wonder, Full World of Winter, the Spoon River College Community Chorus Winter Concert, on
Read MoreVolunteer Tutors Needed for English as a Second Language Classes
August 18, 2023With the start of the new semester at Spoon River College comes the search for volunteer tutors in
Read MoreLu Fest Raises $53,000 for Lukas R. Goforth Memorial Scholarship at SRC
August 9, 2023The Lu Fest Committee is excited to announce that the first Lu Fest event, held at White Oak’s
Read MoreNew Flexible Pathway to Bachelor Degree Completion for SRC Students with the Saluki Step Ahead Program
August 3, 2023Qualified students who earn an associate degree at Spoon River College now have a new transfer pathway to
Read MoreSpoon River College Receives $25,000 Grant from Compeer Financial for Agriculture Program
August 2, 2023Canton, Ill., (August 1, 2023) – Spoon River College is one of five community colleges to be chosen
Read MoreDestination Learning Experiences Include Wine About Spoon River Country and Lincoln’s New Salem Tour
July 27, 2023If you enjoy road trips, learning, shopping, and having the chance to taste good wine, the Spoon River
Read MoreFast Track Registration with Extended Hours Begins August 7
July 24, 2023Fast Track Registration for the Fall 2023 semester at Spoon River College will begin the week of August
Read MoreNew Student Orientations Scheduled at Spoon River College
July 20, 2023Orientations for new students starting the fall semester at Spoon River College will be held on Tuesday, August
Read MoreRegistration Information for Fall 2023 Classes
July 13, 2023Registration is open for fall classes at Spoon River College that begin August 21, as well as registration
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents 48 Hours: A Musical Revue
June 27, 2023Seasoned veterans and emerging young performing artists meet their ultimate challenge when the SRC Community Chorus presents 48
Read MoreSpring 2023 Graduates
June 27, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Spring 2023 semester at
Read MoreNursing Students Recognized
June 22, 2023Spoon River College nursing students were recently honored in an informal pinning ceremony to mark their achievements in
Read MoreNursing Students Awarded the Florence Nightingale Award
June 22, 2023Spoon River College nursing students Caitlyn Behymer and Jessica Schabatka were chosen as recipients of the Florence Nightingale
Read MoreSEA Members Plant Trees for Earth Day
June 22, 2023Members of SEA (Students for Environmental Action) at Spoon River College recently planted 17 trees in honor of
Read MoreJo Branson Named Assistant Dean
June 8, 2023Jo Branson has accepted the position of assistant dean in the student services office, saying she was ready
Read MoreSpring 2023 President’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
June 6, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2023 President’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
June 6, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2023 Dean’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
June 6, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2023 Dean’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
June 6, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreSRC Announces Theatre Season for 2023-2024
June 1, 2023The Theatre Program at Spoon River College has announced their season of plays for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing to Be Held July 28
June 1, 2023The 30th annual golf outing to benefit the Spoon River College Foundation will be held on Friday, July
Read MoreSpoon River College Employees Recognized for Service
May 23, 2023Spoon River College held their annual Employee Appreciation dinner May 4 on the Canton Campus to recognize employees
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Graduates at 62nd Commencement
May 17, 2023Spoon River College held their 62nd Commencement Thursday, May 11, at the Multi-Purpose Building on the Canton Campus.
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents an Evening with Patsy Cline
May 8, 2023After a seven-year hiatus, An Evening with Patsy Cline starring Julie Seeley, returns to Central Illinois for three
Read MoreSRC Community Outreach Hosts 28th Lifelong Learning Conference
May 1, 2023The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach hosted the 28th Lifelong Learning Conference on April 21 on
Read MoreStudents Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
May 1, 2023Spoon River College inducted new members into its Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
Read MoreSRC Students Named to Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team
April 28, 2023Four Spoon River College students have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team as a
Read More2022-2023 Student Trustee Honored for Service on SRC Board of Trustees
April 27, 2023Zoey Lane of Havana, who served as the 2022-2023 Student Trustee on the Spoon River College Board of
Read MorePresident’s Reception Honors SRC Foundation Donors
April 26, 2023Spoon River College hosted the annual President’s Reception to honor those donors who have reached specific levels of
Read MoreScholarships Awarded to Students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology Program
April 18, 2023Five Spoon River College students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology (DPST) program were awarded scholarships following
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosting College Visit Day April 20
April 13, 2023Spoon River College will host its final College Visit Day of the spring semester at both their Canton
Read MoreSpoon River College Utilizes PATH Grant for Expanded Medical Assistant Training
April 12, 2023Spoon River College recently partnered with Graham Health System to provide currently employed medical assistants the opportunity to
Read MoreSpoon River College Commencement May 11 at Canton Campus
March 30, 2023Spoon River College will hold their 62nd Commencement on Thursday, May 11 at 6 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose
Read MoreSRC to Host 8th Grade Reality Store April 14
March 30, 2023After a pandemic generated break, Spoon River College will once again be hosting their annual 8th Grade Reality
Read More16th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In April 29 at Spoon River College
March 29, 2023The 16th Annual Tractor Show and Car Cruise-In will be held Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Read MoreBrady Hanes: Born to Be A Farmer
March 20, 2023Brady Hanes lived in a rural community near his grandfather’s farm north of Decatur until 2011 when his
Read MoreFebruary Student Shout-Out: Alanah Howarter
March 20, 2023Alanah Howarter of Canton is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for February at Spoon River College. Howarter
Read MoreMike Strauman Joins SRC as Chief Operations and Safety Officer
March 17, 2023Spoon River College welcomes Mike Strauman as the Chief Operations and Safety Officer for all of their locations.
Read MoreSavannah Smith-Coulter is 2023-2024 Student Trustee for Spoon River College Board of Trustees.
March 13, 2023Savannah Smith-Coulter of Canton will serve as the 2023-2024 student trustee on the Spoon River College Board of
Read MoreJobapalooza Job Fair at Spoon River College Outreach Center in Macomb March 30
March 13, 2023The McDonough County Jobapalooza job fair will be held Thursday, March 30, from 1-6 p.m. in the Spoon
Read MoreSRC Healthcare Students Visit Jump Simulation and Education Center in Peoria
March 8, 2023Spoon River College students who are pursuing careers in healthcare traveled to the Jump Simulation and Education Center
Read MoreJob Fair March 17 at Donaldson Center in Canton
March 1, 2023A job fair will be held on Friday, March 17 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. at the Wallace
Read MoreCollege Visit Day Featuring Career Programs March 7 at Spoon River College
February 13, 2023Spoon River College is hosting a College Visit Day that focuses on career and technical education programs on
Read MoreSRC Enrollments Trending Upward for Spring 2023
February 9, 2023College enrollments took a dive during and following the COVID 19 pandemic, but a new report from the
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Fall 2022 Graduates
February 8, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2022 semester at
Read MoreKim Gillespie Joins Full-time Biology Faculty at SRC
February 6, 2023Spoon River College welcomes Kim Gillespie as a new full-time faculty member. She previously taught part-time at the
Read MoreTonja Huff Joins Nursing Education Team as Full-Time Faculty
February 6, 2023Canton native Tonja Huff has joined the Nursing Education Team at Spoon River College as full-time faculty member
Read MoreFebruary Recognized as Career and Technical Education Month
February 3, 2023February is recognized as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month, and Spoon River College joins other Illinois community
Read MoreSeeking Nominations for SRC Faculty Awards – Deadline February 24
January 31, 2023Every year Spoon River College honors three current faculty members (two full-time, one part-time) who have displayed excellence
Read MoreSRC Schedules Spring College Visit Days in Canton and Macomb
January 23, 2023Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses on Tuesday, February
Read MoreSRC Foundation Scholarships Available
January 19, 2023SRC Foundation Scholarships Available: Application Deadline is March 15 Spoon River College and the SRC Foundation offer a
Read MoreSeeking Volunteer Tutors for SRC Adult Literacy Programs
January 19, 2023Spoon River College’s Adult Education Office is seeking volunteer tutors for students in their GED®, ESL (English as
Read MoreMichael Maher Receives Honor from Highland Community College
January 11, 2023Spoon River College Sociology faculty member Michael Maher was recently honored as a Distinguished Alumnus from Highland Community
Read MorePresident’s List, Full-time Fall 2022
January 11, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MorePresident’s List, Fall 2022 Part-Time Students
January 11, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreDean’s List, Fall 2022 Full-Time Students
January 11, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreDean’s List, Fall 2022 Part-Time Students
January 11, 2023Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreFirst Christian Church of Macomb Launches “Operation Generosity” Scholarship at SRC
December 16, 2022Students pursuing certification in SRC Career and Technical Education programs encouraged to apply Through its “Operation Generosity” program,
Read MoreNovember Student Shout-Out Awards: Zachary Hagmeier and Jarius Tarver
December 12, 2022Spoon River College students Zachary Hagmeier (not pictured) and Jarius Tarver of Macomb were the recipients of the
Read MoreSRC’s #GivingSPOONday Smashes Records, Raises Over $100,000
December 12, 2022The totals are in, and the Spoon River College Foundation’s #GivingSPOONday campaign received 396 gifts, far surpassing its
Read MoreResearch Poster Presentations Held
December 9, 2022How temperature affects a baseball game, the Flint, Michigan water crisis, depletion of the ozone layer, and the
Read MorePancakes for Bette Fundraiser Benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
December 9, 2022The 12th Annual Pancakes for Bette was held at Spoon River College in Canton November 30, hosted by
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosts 10th Grade Career Expos
December 6, 2022Approximately 175 sophomores from district high schools attended the 10th Grade Career Expos held at Spoon River College
Read MoreElection 2023 Pre-Filing Notice
November 30, 2022Three positions on the Spoon River College Board of Trustees will be filled in the consolidated election scheduled
Read MoreStudent Groups Host Bonfire on Canton Campus
November 29, 2022Spoon River College students who are members of SEA (Students for Environmental Action) and Alpha Gamma Tau (agriculture
Read MoreSpoon River College Honors Alumni Award Recipients
November 28, 2022The Canton Community College/Spoon River College Alumni Association hosted their annual Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates National First-Generation Day
November 22, 2022Spoon River College celebrated National First-Generation Day on November 8, the date when the Higher Education Act of
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces New Positions
November 18, 2022Two Spoon River College employees, Sarah Gray and Holly Norton, have been named to new positions at the
Read MorePancakes for Bette Fundraiser November 30
November 14, 2022The Phi Mu Tau Fraternity at Spoon River College will host the 12th Annual Pancakes for Bette fundraiser
Read MoreEnglish Faculty Laura Bandy’s Book of Poetry Scheduled for Release in December
November 14, 2022Laura Bandy, English faculty at Spoon River College, is eagerly awaiting the publication of her second book of
Read MoreStudents Team Up to Restore Arboretum at Spoon River College
November 9, 2022Alpha Gamma Tau members, comprised of students in the agriculture program, and members of SEA (Students for Environmental
Read MoreBiology Students Get Up Close and Inside View of Wind Energy at Cardinal Point Wind
November 7, 2022Spoon River College students in the BIO 140 class taught by Tom Vogel recently traveled to Cardinal Point
Read MoreSpoon River College Literacy Program and District Libraries Celebrating Family Reading Night November 17
November 4, 2022The The Spoon River College Literacy Program is pleased to announce that the 31st Annual Family Reading Night will
Read MoreIyanuoluwa “Abigail” Olalere Receives the September Student Shout-Out Award
October 27, 2022Spoon River College student Iyanuoluwa “Abigail” Olalere was the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for September at Spoon
Read MoreOne-Time Federal Student Loan Debt Relief Application Now Available
October 26, 2022The application for the one-time federal student loan debt relief program being rolled out by President Biden is
Read MoreCollege and Transfer Fair Held during National Transfer Student Week
October 20, 2022Spoon River College hosted a College and Transfer Fair on October 19 in the Multi-Purpose Building on the
Read MoreSRC Community Outreach Hosts 27th Lifelong Learning Conference
October 13, 202210/13/2022 After a pandemic induced hiatus, the Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach hosted the 27th Lifelong Learning
Read MoreSpoon River College Theatre announces company for Much Ado About Nothing
October 7, 202210/7/2022 The theatre at Spoon River College has announced the cast and crew for its Nov. 4-6 production
Read MoreSection 12 FFA Forestry Competition Held in Spoon River College Arboretum
September 30, 20229/30/2022 The Agriculture department at Spoon River College hosted the Section 12 FFA Forestry Competition September 20 in
Read MoreApplication for SRC Foundation Scholarships Now Available
September 29, 20229/29/2022 The general application for Spoon River College Foundation scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year is now available,
Read MoreCollege Fair 2022 is Tuesday, October 18
September 27, 20229/27/2022 Spoon River College will host College Fair 2022 on Tuesday, October 18, from 9:3011 a.m. at the
Read MoreWellness Events Held for Spoon River College Students
September 27, 20229/27/2022 Spoon River College hosted a Wellness Fair for students at the Macomb Campus on Tuesday, September 20,
Read MoreSummer 2022 Graduates Announced
September 26, 20229/26/2022 Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who have completed graduation requirements and received degrees and/or certificates
Read MoreTaylor Purdy Awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship
September 22, 2022Taylor Purdy of Mackinaw has been awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship for $500 for the 2022-2023 academic
Read More2022 SRC/CCC Alumni Award Recipients Announced
September 22, 20229/22/2022 Spoon River College will host its Annual Alumni Association Awards Reception on Saturday, Nov. 5. Dinner will
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents the Best of Barry Cloyd
September 20, 2022International award-winning musician, singer, and songwriter Barry Cloyd returns to the SRC Theatre stage, for one performance only,
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Office Presenting Free Workshops at District High Schools
September 20, 2022Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present free workshops at district high schools
Read MoreNational Adult Education and Literacy Week is September 18-24
September 15, 2022National Adult Education and Literacy Week, September 18–24, underscores the continued demand for programs and services for adult
Read MoreSRC College Visit Days Scheduled for September 27, October 26, December 1
September 9, 2022Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at their Canton and Macomb campuses on Tuesday, September 27
Read MoreThree Positions on SRC Board of Trustees to be Filled in April 2023 Election
September 7, 2022Two positions on the Spoon River College Board of Trustees will be filled in the consolidated election scheduled
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Announces 2022-23 Season
September 1, 2022For its 2022-2023 season, the SRC Community Chorus presents A Season for All Generations. Celebrating a love of live performance,
Read MoreTime Capsule Buried by SRC Students in 2002
August 31, 2022An Alanis Morrisette music CD, a disposable razor, and a blood pressure cuff. A license plate personalized with
Read MoreSRC Announces Becky Sherwood as Director of Nursing
August 22, 2022Spoon River College welcomes Becky Sherwood as the Director of Nursing for their nursing program. She was previously
Read MoreSRC Athletics Hosting Casino Night Fundraiser September 17
August 22, 2022The Spoon River College Athletic department is hosting a Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, September 17 at 6
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing Raises Over $23,000
August 9, 2022The 29th annual Spoon River College Foundation Golf Outing was held on Friday, July 29 at Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills Country
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces ICCB Grant to Fund Dual Credit Classes
August 9, 2022Spoon River College has announced that through the awarding of an Illinois Community College Board Bridge Grant, all
Read MoreNew Student Orientations Scheduled at Spoon River College
August 2, 2022Orientations for new students starting the fall semester at Spoon River College will be held on Tuesday, August
Read MoreFast Track Registration with Extended Hours Starts August 8
July 25, 2022Fast Track Registration for the Fall 2022 semester at Spoon River College will begin the week of August
Read MoreSeeking Volunteer Tutors for SRC Adult Literacy Programs
July 21, 2022Spoon River College’s Adult Education Office is seeking volunteer tutors for students in their GED®, ESL (English as
Read MoreSRC Alum Brett Johnson Selected by Diamondbacks in MLB Draft
July 19, 2022Spoon River College alumnus Brett Johnson (Shorewood, Ill./Joliet West), an infielder and outfielder on the Snappers’ baseball team
Read MoreSRC Nursing Graduates Honored with Florence Nightingale Award
July 14, 2022Spoon River College nursing graduates Cassidy Miller of Canton and Madi Merritt Severs of Macomb were chosen by
Read MorePresident’s-Reception-Honors-SRC-Foundation-Donors-
July 12, 2022Spoon River College hosted their annual President’s Reception to honor donors who have reached specific levels of cumulative
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Spring 2022 Graduates
June 28, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Spring 2022 semester at
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Graduates At 61st Commencement
June 22, 2022Spoon River College held their 61st Commencement on May 12 at the Multi-Purpose Building on the Canton Campus.
Read MoreIllinois Transfer Symposium Held at Spoon River College
June 22, 2022Spoon River College and the University of Illinois System hosted the third Illinois Transfer Symposium for community college
Read MoreSRC, Foundation Launch “Finish What You Start” Scholarship
June 20, 2022The benefits to completing an associate degree are numerous and well-documented. That’s why Spoon River College is partnering
Read MoreSRC, Foundation Launch “Finish What You Start” Scholarship
June 20, 2022The benefits to completing an associate degree are numerous and well-documented. That’s why Spoon River College is partnering
Read MoreSpring 2022 President’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
June 8, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2022 Dean’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
June 8, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreSpring 2022 President’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
June 8, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2022 Dean’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
June 8, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2022 President’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
June 8, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpoon River College Honors Employees and Retirees
June 7, 2022Spoon River College recently held an Employee Appreciation dinner on the Canton campus to recognize employees for their
Read MoreAnnual Coffee Spoon and Kaleidoscope Journal of Art and Literature Event
June 7, 2022After two years of being cancelled due to the pandemic, the 21 Annual Coffee Spoon was able to
Read MoreSpoon River College Student-Athletes Recognized for Academic Honors and Talent
June 7, 2022Several Spoon River College student-athletes were recognized by the Mid-West Athletic Conference (MWAC), and the National Junior College
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing To Be Held July 29
May 24, 2022The 29th annual golf outing to benefit the Spoon River College Foundation will be held on Friday, July 29
Read MoreDallas Davis: April Student Shout-Out Recipient
May 23, 2022Dallas Davis of Macomb is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for April at Spoon River College. English
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Graduates at 61st Commencement
May 18, 2022Spoon River College held their 61st Commencement on May 12 at the Multi-Purpose Building on the Canton Campus.
Read MoreMatthew Schaad: Student Achievement Award Recipient
May 18, 2022Each year at their commencement, Spoon River College presents a Student Achievement Award to one transfer student and
Read MoreDaniel Hammond: Student Achievement Award Recipient
May 18, 2022Daniel Hammond of Macomb was the recipient of a Student Achievement Award for a career and technical student
Read MoreBridget Loftus: Illinois Community College Trustee Association Full-Time Faculty Award Nominee
May 18, 2022Bridget Loftus, Chemistry faculty at Spoon River College, was this year’s nominee for the Illinois Community College Trustee
Read MoreDr. Win Htwe: H. Truman Standard Award for Teaching Excellence
May 18, 2022Dr. Win Htwe, Physical Science faculty at Spoon River College, was this year’s recipient of the H. Truman
Read MoreHigh School Seniors Receive Associate Degrees
May 18, 2022Five high school seniors—four from Canton and one from Macomb—received an associate degree from Spoon River College at
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents Sondheim Musical Into the Woods
May 17, 2022Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award Winning musical INTO THE WOODS, directed by Carol Davis with musical direction by Tony
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents Sondheim Musical Into the Woods
May 17, 2022Stephen Sondheim’s Tony Award Winning musical INTO THE WOODS, directed by Carol Davis with musical direction by Tony
Read MoreZoey Lane Sworn in as 2022-2023 Student Trustee
May 5, 2022Spoon River College student Zoey Lane was sworn in as the 2022-2023 Student Trustee at the regular monthly
Read MoreSpoon River College 61st Commencement is May 12
April 25, 2022Spoon River College will hold their 61st Commencement on Thursday, May 12 at 6 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose
Read MoreSpoon River College Students Inducted into Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
April 22, 2022Spoon River College inducted 70 new members into its Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor
Read MoreSRC Students Named to Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team
April 21, 2022Three Spoon River College students have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team as a
Read MoreDeanna Patton-Spotser: March Student Shout-Out Recipient
April 13, 2022Deanna Patton-Spotser of Canton is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for March at Spoon River College, and
Read More15th Annual Car Cruise-In and Tractor Show Returns April 30
April 8, 2022The 15th Annual Car Cruise-In and Tractor Show, cancelled the last two years due to the pandemic, is
Read MoreDanielle Cheatham Named Head Volleyball Coach at Spoon River College
April 4, 2022Danielle Cheatham is the new head volleyball coach at Spoon River College. She first came to SRC in
Read MoreArt Student Melody Barnes Has Good Day at Fulton County Town and Country Art Show
March 30, 2022Spoon River College art student Melody Barnes of Canton had a good day at the Fulton County Town
Read MoreBarry Cloyd Returns to Present SRC Community Chorus Mini-Concert
March 28, 2022International award-winning performer Barry Cloyd returns to the Spoon River College Theatre stage on Sunday, May 1 at
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrating Community College Month in April
March 24, 2022Spoon River College is joining with community colleges throughout the nation in celebrating April as Community College Month. Spoon
Read MoreSRC Art Students View WPA Art Exhibit at Dickson Mounds
March 21, 2022Spoon River College art teacher Jamie Kotewa and art students Destiny Evans, Rachel Hickle, Keeara Virag, and Justice
Read MoreZebulon Bartlow:February Student Shout-Out Recipient
March 15, 2022Zebulon Bartlow of Rushville is the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for February at Spoon River College, and
Read MoreLast Call: SRC Foundation Scholarship Applications Due March 15
March 2, 2022Scholarship applications for students who are considering attending Spoon River College beginning Fall 2022 will be accepted through
Read MoreFAFSA Completion Workshop for Canton High School Seniors March 9
March 2, 2022Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present a free FAFSA Completion workshop at
Read MoreSRC Theatre Students will Direct Spring Production
February 28, 2022Spoon River College Theatre students Lauren Avery and Kaitlynn Tutt won’t be on the stage of this year’s
Read MoreAllyson Smith Joins Ag Faculty at Spoon River College
February 14, 2022Allyson Smith of Canton joins the faculty at Spoon River College as a full-time agriculture teacher. She is
Read MoreSRC Adult Education Program Seeking Volunteer Tutors
February 7, 2022The Adult Education programs at Spoon River College include GED and Literacy, English as a Second Language (ESL),
Read MoreSpoon River College Theatre announces company for Here We Are: An Evening of One-Act Plays
February 7, 2022The theatre at Spoon River College has announced the cast and crew for its March 4-6 production of
Read MoreCareer and Technical Education College Visit Day March 1
February 4, 2022Spoon River College is hosting a Career and Technical Education College Visit Day on Tuesday, March 1, from
Read MoreStan Cook “Give Hope” Scholarship Now Available
January 27, 2022The SRC Foundation and Spoon River College offer a wide variety of scholarships each year to students; scholarships
Read MoreSeeking Nominations for SRC Faculty Awards – Deadline February 25
January 27, 2022Every year Spoon River College honors three current faculty members (two full-time, one part-time) who have displayed excellence
Read MoreSRC Hosting Spring College Visit Days in Canton and Macomb
January 24, 2022Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses on Tuesday, February
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Fall 2021 Graduates
January 21, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2021 semester at
Read MorePresident’s List for Fall 2021 Full-Time Students
January 19, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MorePresident’s List for Fall 2021 Part-Time Students
January 19, 2022S Please note that the names of students who have designated a privacy hold will not appear on this
Read MoreDean’s List for Fall 2021 Full-Time Students
January 19, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreDean’s List for Fall 2021 Part-Time Students
January 19, 2022Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MorePaint N Sip Athletic Fundraiser January 28
January 13, 2022Spoon River College Athletics is hosting a fundraiser with Canvas-Connections on Friday, January 28 at 6 p.m. at
Read MoreSRC Community Outreach Offers Cannabis Horticulture Class
January 10, 2022Macomb – The Spoon River College Office of Community Outreach is offering a new class called Cannabis Horticulture this
Read MoreGiving #SPOONday Raises Over $60,000
December 16, 2021The Spoon River College Foundation is pleased to announce that, thanks to the generosity of donors across the
Read MorePerforming Art Scholarship Recipients: Final Projects
December 15, 2021Five Spoon River College art students who were awarded Performing Art Scholarships from the SRC Foundation recently had
Read MoreA Return to College with a New Focus: Ag Student Laurel Keyt
December 13, 2021“One of the joys of being an agriculture teacher is helping students figure out what their future career
Read MoreJansan Davis: November Student Shout-Out Recipient
December 10, 2021Jansan Davis of Chillicothe was the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for November at Spoon River College, and received
Read MoreCassidy Miller Named to Region 24 All-Region 2nd Team for Volleyball
December 6, 2021Spoon River College student-athlete Cassidy (Locke) Miller has been named to the Region 24 All-Region 2nd Team for
Read MoreFast Track Registration with Extended Hours Begins January 3
December 6, 2021Spoon River College in Canton and Macomb will offer Fast Track Registration starting Monday, January 3 through Friday, January
Read MoreDual Credit Visits Scheduled for District High Schools
December 2, 2021Eve Zimmerman, dual credit coordinator at Spoon River College, will be reaching out to students in district high
Read MoreBe the Light: #GivingSPOONday Kicks Off Season of Giving
November 22, 2021Though there appears to be light at the end of the tunnel of the pandemic, SRC students remain
Read More10th Grade Career Expo Provides Career Options and Info
November 22, 2021Approximately 160 sophomores from around the area attended the 10th Grade Career Expo at Spoon River College in
Read MoreCCC/SRC Alumni Association Awards Reception
November 17, 2021The Canton Community College/Spoon River College Alumni Association hosted their annual Alumni Association Awards Reception and Athletic Hall
Read MoreOutstanding Service Award Recipient Paula Grigsby
November 17, 2021The Executive Director of the Canton Family YMCA, Paula Grigsby is a Canton native who has dedicated much
Read MoreDistinguished SRC Retiree Award Recipient Dr. Roland Pettit
November 17, 2021Roland Pettit was born in 1932 in a farmhouse near Wyoming, Illinois. After graduating from Wyoming Community High School
Read MoreDistinguished Alumni Award Recipient Pamela Wilson
November 17, 2021Pam Wilson has been connected to SRC for most of her life. Her father, Bill, taught at SRC
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Nancy Anderson
November 17, 2021Nancy Anderson has danced for all of her life, and she owned her first dance studio at age
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Klinton Briney
November 17, 2021Klint Briney is a Lewistown native and grew up on a working grain and livestock farm. He launched
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Scott Brown
November 17, 2021Scott Brown is a Canton native, a 2003 graduate of Canton High School, and one of four children
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Brian Fengel
November 17, 2021A native of Canton and a 1983 graduate of Canton High School, Brian Fengel came to SRC with
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Chris Helle
November 17, 2021Chris Helle, a native of Farmington, currently serves as Fulton County’s Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) Director
Read MoreAlumni Achievement Award Recipient Lindsey Larson
November 17, 2021As an enthusiastic teacher, a talented performer, a committed social activist, and a dedicated mother of triplets, Lindsey
Read MoreAthletic Hall of Fame Inductees: 1964 Canton Community College Baseball Team
November 17, 2021The Canton Community College/Spoon River College Alumni Association inducted members of the 1964 Canton Community College baseball team
Read MoreAlonza Bradley: October Student Shout-Out Recipient
November 12, 2021Alonza Bradley of Fiatt was the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for October at Spoon River College, and will receive
Read MoreSRC Literacy Program and District Libraries Announce Events for 30th Annual Family Reading Night
November 9, 2021The Spoon River College Literacy Program is pleased to announce the 30th Annual Family Reading Night on Thursday,
Read MoreNational First-Generation College Student Celebration Day November 8
November 8, 2021National First-Generation College Student Celebration Day is November 8, in honor of the date when the Higher Education
Read MoreAt Risk Student Determined to Succeed – Trinity Brock
November 8, 2021Trinity Brock is considered the college student who is at risk of not completing a degree. She is
Read MoreSpoon River College Theatre Announces Company for Silent Sky
November 8, 2021The theatre at Spoon River College has announced the cast and crew for its Nov. 12-14 production of
Read MoreSpoon River College Planning for a More Traditional Fall Semester in 2021
November 3, 2021Online registration for the fall 2021 semester at Spoon River College begins March 15 for returning students, face-to-face registration
Read MoreDual Credit Visits Scheduled for Cuba and VIT High Schools
November 3, 2021Eve Zimmerman, dual credit coordinator at Spoon River College, has planned visits to Cuba and VIT high schools
Read MoreSeeking Volunteer Tutors for SRC Adult Literacy Programs
November 2, 2021Cyndi Johnston, coordinator of adult literacy programs at Spoon River College, relies on volunteer tutors to help students
Read MoreApplications for SRC Foundation Scholarships due March 15
November 2, 2021Scholarship applications for students who are considering attending Spoon River College beginning Fall 2021 or anytime during the
Read MoreCollege Visit Days March 15-18 at Canton and Macomb Campuses
November 2, 2021Spoon River College is hosting College Visit Days March 15-18 from 9-11 a.m. each day at the Canton
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Winter Concert Tickets Now on Sale
October 28, 2021Tickets for the SRC Community Chorus Winter Concert, Silver Songs & Golden Gifts, are now on sale. Over
Read MoreFinal College Visit Day is November 17
October 28, 2021Spoon River College will host their final College Visit Day for the fall semester at their Canton and
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Winter Concert Tickets Now on Sale
October 28, 2021Tickets for the SRC Community Chorus Winter Concert, Silver Songs & Golden Gifts, are now on sale. Over
Read MoreSoftball Hosting a Princess Party Fundraiser November 6
October 26, 2021The Spoon River College softball team is hosting a Princess Party fundraiser on Sunday, November 6 from 1-3
Read MoreKaitlynn Tutt: September Student Shout-Out Recipient
October 22, 2021Kaitlynn Tutt of Canton was the recipient of the Student Shout-Out for September at Spoon River College, and
Read MoreAnne and Audra Burkhead: Rolling With the Changes
October 19, 2021One of the goals of a community college is to prepare students for transfer to another institution, and
Read MoreFree Cannabis Industry Workshops Scheduled at Spoon River College
October 6, 2021The Cannabis industry is growing as fast as the plants, but what exactly is cannabis? What’s the difference
Read MoreSRC Foundation Scholarships Available
October 5, 2021The general application for Spoon River College Foundation scholarships for the 2022-2023 academic year is now available, and
Read MoreSpoon River College Boosts Local and Regional Economy
September 30, 2021According to a new study issued by the Illinois Community College Board, Spoon River College and the other
Read MoreIllinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs Visits SRC
September 28, 2021Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs visited Spoon River College’s Canton Campus on September 15 for a discussion with
Read MoreColin Sullivan Awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship
September 28, 2021Colin Sullivan of Havana has been awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship for $500 for the 2021-2022 academic
Read MoreRegistration Open for Free GED Classes Beginning October 18
September 27, 2021Registration is now open for free GED preparation classes that begin October 18 at Spoon River College in
Read MoreGraham Health System Scholarship Applications Now Available Through SRC Foundation
September 24, 2021Applications for the Graham Health System Scholarship for the Advancement of Rural Healthcare at Spoon River College are
Read More2021 SRC/CCC Alumni Award Recipients Announced
September 24, 2021Spoon River College will host its Annual Alumni Association Awards Reception on Saturday, Nov. 6 from 5-8 p.m.
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing Raises Over $23,000
September 24, 2021The 28th annual Spoon River College Foundation Golf Outing was held on Friday, July 30 at Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills Country
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Begins Rehearsals for 2021 Winter Concert
September 22, 2021Following a very successful video concert in December 2020, the SRC Community Chorus returns to live performance with Silver
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Begins Rehearsals for 2021 Winter Concert
September 22, 2021Following a very successful video concert in December 2020, the SRC Community Chorus returns to live performance with Silver
Read MoreSpoon River College Hosting College Night 2021 on October 5
September 21, 2021Spoon River College will host College Night 2021 on Tuesday, October 5 from 5:30−7 p.m. in Lower Centers
Read MoreFirst College Visit Day Held, Two More Planned
September 14, 2021Spoon River College hosted the first of three College Visit Days on September 13 at both the Canton
Read MoreSummer 2021 Graduates
September 13, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who have completed graduation requirements and received degrees and/or certificates during
Read MoreWorkforce Development Programs at SRC Get a Boost with $1.5M EDA Grant
September 10, 2021In May, Spoon River College officials learned that the college would be receiving $1.5M in CARES Act Recovery
Read MoreSRC Financial Aid Visits to District High Schools Scheduled
September 9, 2021Employees in the financial aid office at Spoon River College will present free workshops at district high schools
Read MoreGraham Health System Launches Scholarship Program at SRC with $500,000 Gift
September 2, 2021In a collaborative effort to create a scholarship program that invests in the local community, Graham Health System
Read MoreSRC Chorus and SRC Theatre Present The Guys
August 27, 2021In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York City, Pennsylvania, and
Read MoreCollege Visit Days Scheduled for September 13, October 12, November 17
August 27, 2021Spoon River College will host College Visit Days at both their Canton and Macomb campuses on Monday, September
Read MoreAthletic Department Inaugural Snapper Golf Tournament September 17
August 23, 2021The athletic department at Spoon River College will host the inaugural Snapper Golf Tournament on Friday, September 17,
Read More2021 ICCTA Full-Time Faculty Award Nominee Michael Maher
August 19, 2021Michael Maher, Spoon River College sociology teacher, was the nominee for the 2021 Illinois Community College Trustee Association
Read MoreSteve Leverton Named Associate Head Coach of Softball
August 13, 2021Spoon River College athletic director John Bassett announced the addition of Steve Leverton to his coaching staff. Leverton
Read MoreA Community College, a Reluctant Student, and Success
August 6, 2021There are students who begin their college education knowing exactly what career path they want to take, and
Read MoreCollege Visit Day March 2 Will Feature Career and Workforce Education Programs
August 2, 2021Spoon River College is hosting a College Visit Day on Tuesday, March 2 from 9 a.m. – noon
Read MoreNew Student Orientations Scheduled for August 17 and August 18
July 29, 2021Orientations for new students starting the fall semester at Spoon River College will be held on Tuesday, August
Read MoreVolunteer Tutors Needed for Students in GED Classes
July 28, 2021Cyndi Johnston, coordinator of the adult education programs at Spoon River College, is seeking volunteers to tutor students
Read MoreFast Track Registration Underway, Extended Hours Begin August 9
July 13, 2021Fast Track Registration for the 2021 Fall semester is currently underway at all Spoon River College locations and
Read MoreKent Jones Hired as Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach
July 12, 2021Spoon River College has announced the hiring of Kent Jones as the new assistant men’s basketball coach. “I
Read MoreMidAmerica National Bank, Spoon River College Collaborate on Gymnasium Name
July 12, 2021Spoon River College’s gymnasium now has a new name – the MidAmerica National Bank Gymnasium. The name change
Read MorePresident’s Reception Honors Donors
July 8, 2021Spoon River College hosted their annual President’s Reception to honor donors who have reached specific levels of cumulative
Read MoreJanet Young Begins as New Director of SRC Rushville Center
July 7, 2021Janet Young is the new director of the Spoon River College Rushville Center following the retirement of Rob
Read MoreNursing Students Successfully Complete First Year
June 30, 2021Having successfully completed the first year of nursing school at Spoon River College, these students are officially halfway
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents the Musical World of Disney Revue August 5-8
June 29, 2021The SRC Community Chorus returns to the stage for the first time in two years featuring the original
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents the Musical World of Disney Revue August 5-8
June 29, 2021The SRC Community Chorus returns to the stage for the first time in two years featuring the original
Read MoreSpoon River College Spring 2021 Graduates
June 21, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Spring 2021 semester at
Read MoreNominations Sought for SRC Alumni Awards Reception/Athletic Hall of Fame Dinner Nov. 6
June 17, 2021The Spoon River College Alumni Association has announced that its annual alumni awards dinner and reception will be
Read MoreSRC Nursing Educator Sarah Strode Honored with H. Truman Standard Award
June 17, 2021Spoon River College nursing educator Sarah Strode was the 2021 recipient of the H. Truman Standard Award for
Read MoreSummer Camps at Spoon River College
June 17, 2021It’s summer time, which means it’s also athletic camp time at Spoon River College. A variety of camps
Read MoreSpring 2021 President’s List for Full-time Students
June 2, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2021 President’s List for Part-time Students
June 2, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSpring 2021 Dean’s List for Full-time Students
June 2, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreSpring 2021 Dean’s List for Part-time Students
June 2, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSRC Student Athletes Recognized for Academic Excellence
May 19, 2021Spoon River College congratulates these student-athletes for recognition of their academic excellence. NJCAA All-Academic First Team (4.0) Jansan Davis
Read MoreEDA Invests $1.5M in CARESAct funds to Boost Workforce Development at Spoon River College
May 14, 2021WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is
Read MoreSpoon River College Celebrates Graduates at 60th Commencement
May 14, 2021“With 2020 behind us and 2021 half over, this group of graduates has had to be more resilient,
Read MoreAlex Schmidt Honored with 2021 Career and Technical Education Program Student Achievement Award
May 14, 2021Spoon River College graduate Alex Schmidt was honored with the 2021 Career and Technical Education Program Student Achievement
Read MoreTravaughn Miller Honored with 2021 Transfer Degree Student Achievement Award
May 14, 2021Spoon River College graduate Travaughn Miller of Macomb was honored with the 2021 Transfer Degree Student Achievement Award
Read MoreStudents Inducted into Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society
April 30, 2021Spoon River College inducted a total of 83 new members into its Nu Delta Chapter of Phi Theta
Read MoreSRC Part of New Teacher Education Pathway with Illinois State University
April 30, 2021Community Partner Pathway is a partnership between Illinois State University and five central Illinois community colleges including Carl Sandburg
Read More2021-2022 Student Trustee Mary Toothaker Seated
April 29, 2021Mary Toothaker of Farmington was sworn in as the 2021-2022 Student Trustee for the Spoon River College Board
Read More2020-2021 Student Trustee: Jaylen Lyttaker Serving During a Pandemic
April 29, 2021Spoon River College 2020-2021 student trustee Jaylen Lyttaker of Industry gave up his seat at the board table
Read MoreSpoon River College Honors Employees
April 27, 2021Spoon River College held Employee Appreciation receptions on the Canton and Macomb campuses to recognize employees for their
Read MoreSeeking Nominations for SRC Faculty Awards – Deadline February 26
April 2, 2021Spoon River College is seeking nominations of current full- and part-time faculty members who have distinguished themselves as
Read MoreCelebrating Community College Month
April 1, 2021April is celebrated as Community College Month, and Spoon River College has normally celebrated with annual events and
Read MoreHEERF II Funds Available for Eligible Students Enrolled in Fall 2021 Semester at SRC
April 1, 2021Students who will be enrolled at Spoon River College in a minimum of six credit hours for Fall
Read MoreHEERF II Funds Available for Eligible Students Enrolled in 2021 Summer and Fall Semesters at Spoon River College
April 1, 2021The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund II (HEERF II) announced last week by Spoon River College that would
Read MoreSpoon River College Students Will Celebrate Commencement with Individual Stage Walks May 11
March 31, 2021Along with the virtual commencement ceremony planned for Spoon River College graduates on May 14, students will also
Read MoreScholarships Awarded to Students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology Program
March 30, 2021Five students in the Diesel and Power Systems Technology (DPST) program at Spoon River College were recently awarded
Read MoreSRC Theatre Program Performing Grant Opportunities for the 2021-2022 Academic Year
March 30, 2021The theatre program at Spoon River College announces opportunities for performing grants for the 2021-2022 academic year. Typically,
Read MoreSRC Student Mary Toothaker Elected 2021-2022 Student Trustee
March 25, 2021Spoon River College student Mary Toothaker of Farmington was voted the 2021-2022 student trustee by her peers in
Read MoreSRC Student Devon Simpson Named 2021 New Century Workforce Scholar
March 24, 2021Macomb, Illinois — Devon Simpson, a Spoon River College student at the Macomb Campus has been named a
Read MoreSRC Students Named to Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team
March 24, 2021Four Spoon River College students have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa All-Illinois Academic Team as a
Read MoreVirtual Ceremony Planned for Graduates
March 19, 2021Spoon River College is making plans to present a virtual ceremony for Fall 2020, Spring 2021, and Summer
Read MoreJob Fair on Canton Campus April 16
March 18, 2021A job fair will be held at Spoon River College in Lower Level Centers on the Canton Campus
Read MoreFree Career Path and Resume Creation Workshops
March 17, 2021Spoon River College admission advisors Brandi Ketcham and Patrick Denecke are hosting free workshops that are open to
Read MoreEsports Coach Recruiting Players for SRC Team
March 16, 2021Esports coach Curtis Bump is seeking current or prospective Spoon River College students who are interested in being
Read MoreSeeking Gamers for Casual Competition Against SRC Esports Team
March 15, 2021Spoon River College esports coach Curtis Bump is looking for players interested in competing against the Spoon River
Read MoreInformational Financial Aid and FAFSA Completion Virtual Meetings Scheduled
March 3, 2021Jo Branson, financial aid director at Spoon River College, is offering two virtual Financial Aid Information sessions through
Read MoreVirtual Auditions for SRC Speech and Debate Team Performing Skill Grants
March 3, 2021Scholarship auditions for the 2021-2022 Speech and Debate Team at Spoon River College will be held virtually this
Read MoreFree Virtual College Fair February 16 and 17
March 2, 2021Spoon River College is joining more than 200 other colleges and universities for a free Virtual College Fair
Read MoreSpoon River College Announces Fall 2020 Graduates
February 3, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following individuals who completed degrees and/or certificates during the Fall 2020 semester at
Read MoreFinancial Aid Staff Hosting Virtual FAFSA Completion Event February 16 for Canton HS
January 27, 2021Financial aid staff at Spoon River College is hosting a remote/virtual FAFSA Completion for Canton High School seniors
Read MoreFebruary Recognized as Financial Aid Awareness Month
January 27, 2021February is recognized as Financial Aid Awareness Month, and financial aid staff at Spoon River College will be
Read MoreFall 2020 President’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
January 19, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreFall 2020 President’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
January 19, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the President’s List in recognition of
Read MoreFall 2020 Dean’s List for Full-Time Students Announced
January 19, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following full-time students who have been named to the Dean’s List by achieving
Read MoreFall 2020 Dean’s List for Part-Time Students Announced
January 18, 2021Spoon River College congratulates the following part-time students who were named to the Dean’s List in recognition of
Read MoreSnappers Softball Season Preview
January 11, 2021Head Softball Coach John Basset at Spoon River College is looking forward to a great 2021 spring season
Read MoreSnappers Baseball Season Preview
January 11, 2021The Spoon River College Baseball Program goes into the 2021 season entering year two of the Coach John
Read MoreSnappers Volleyball Season Preview
January 11, 2021Spoon River College Volleyball Coach Makenna Barker says her team is ready and eager to get back out
Read MoreSnappers Men’s Basketball Season Preview
January 11, 2021The Spoon River College men’s basketball team is excited to kick off its inaugural season under the leadership
Read MoreSRC Nursing Program Receives Accreditation from ACEN
January 8, 2021The Spoon River College Nursing Program has been granted its initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education
Read MoreSpring Break Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Concerns
January 8, 2021Spoon River College is joining with other colleges in cancelling the 2021 spring break due to COVID-19 related
Read MoreFall 2021 Registration Underway for Classes Beginning August 23
January 7, 2021Registration for fall classes is going on now at all locations of Spoon River College. All 16-week classes
Read MoreFast Track Registration January 4−15
January 4, 2021Spring 2021 classes at Spoon River College start on Monday, January 19. To facilitate registration, the College will
Read MoreSRC Foundation Purchases Electronic Sign for Canton Campus
December 18, 2020Residents of and visitors to Fulton County may notice a new feature at the corner of County Highway
Read MorePerforming-Art-Scholarship-Recipients-Showcase-Work
December 14, 202012/14/2020 Four Spoon River College art students who were awarded Performing Art Scholarships from the SRC Foundation recently
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Releases Home for the Holidays: Virtually Unplugged
December 13, 2020SRC Foundation Donors receive access to virtual holiday concert; David L. Bishop Memorial Scholarship now fully endowed Though
Read MoreSRC’s #GivingSPOONday a Huge Success, Raises Over $50,000
December 13, 2020The Spoon River College Foundation is pleased to announce that, thanks to the generosity of donors across the
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Releases Home for the Holidays: Virtually Unplugged
December 13, 2020SRC Foundation Donors receive access to virtual holiday concert; David L. Bishop Memorial Scholarship now fully endowed Though
Read More2021 Spring Registration Continues
December 9, 2020Registration for the 2021 spring semester at Spoon River College continues at all SRC locations. Regular 16-week classes
Read MoreSRC Student Ambassadors Help Others on Thanksgiving Day
December 3, 2020Student Ambassadors at Spoon River College represent the College in a variety of ways at campus and community
Read MoreSRC’s #GivingSPOONday a Way to Fight Back Against COVID-19’s Impacts on Students
November 19, 2020Goal set at 200 gifts by midnight Dec. 1; all donors to receive access to SRC Community Chorus
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Celebrates 15th Year with Home for the Holidays: Virtually Unplugged
November 19, 2020Not even a pandemic can keep the SRC Community Chorus from its annual winter concert. The chorus, celebrating
Read MoreSRC Literacy Program and District Libraries Announce Events for 29th Annual Family Reading Night
November 12, 2020The Spoon River College Literacy Program is pleased to announce the 29th Annual Family Reading Night on Thursday,
Read MoreNational First-Generation Student Celebration Day is November 8
October 23, 2020National First-Generation Student Celebration Day is November 8. Spoon River College’s TRIO program, which offers support to first-generation
Read MoreSRC Foundation Golf Outing 2020
October 13, 2020The 27th annual Spoon River College Foundation Golf Outing was held on Friday, September 25 at Wee-Ma-Tuk Hills
Read MoreSpoon River College COVID-19 Announcement
October 9, 2020Spoon River College has been informed that individuals on the Canton Campus have been diagnosed with COVID-19. The
Read MoreScholarship Opportunities Available for SRC Students Through SRC Foundation
October 8, 2020Current and prospective Spoon River College students currently have multiple opportunities for scholarships available to them. Students attending
Read MoreUnderstanding Racial Injustice Presentation October 27 in Macomb
October 6, 2020Spoon River College sociology professor Michael Maher presented “Blinded by the White: Understanding Racial Injustice” to socially distanced
Read MoreVolunteer Tutors Needed for Adult Education Program
October 6, 2020Cyndi Johnston, adult education program coordinator at Spoon River College, seeks volunteers every year to help students of
Read MoreICCTA Presents Awards at Spoon River College Board of Trustees Meeting
October 5, 2020Staff from the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) attended the Spoon River College Board of Trustees September
Read MoreBuilding a Better Life Through the GED Program
October 1, 2020For those without a high school diploma, the GED preparation classes are the first step to a better
Read MoreMakenzie Case Awarded the Bonnie Stine SRCFA Scholarship
September 18, 2020Makenzie Case of Macomb has been awarded the Bonnie Stine Spoon River College Faculty Association Scholarship for $500
Read MoreFinancial Aid Visits Scheduled for High Schools
September 18, 2020Spoon River College employees in the financial aid office will be presenting free workshops for students, parents, and
Read MoreBarry Cloyd to Present Burl Ives: Midwestern Minstrel
January 6, 2020Award-winning singer/songwriter/musician Barry Cloyd is back by popular demand as a part of the 2019-2020 SRC Community Chorus
Read MoreTickets on Sale for SRC Community Chorus Winter Concert
October 17, 2019Tickets are now on sale for the Spoon River College Community Chorus concert Frosty Airs & Fables. The concert
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Winter Concert Rehearsals Begin September 26
September 13, 2019The Spoon River College Community Chorus will present Frosty Airs & Fables on December 7 and 8, 2019
Read MoreSpoon River College Theatre and SRC Community Chorus Announce Joint Subscription Series
July 30, 2019For the upcoming 2019-2020 season, the Theatre Department at Spoon River College and the SRC Community Chorus are
Read MoreTickets Now On Sale for SRC Community Chorus Production of Guys and Dolls
May 10, 2019Tickets are now on sale for the SRC Community Chorus production of the Tony Award-Winning Musical Comedy Guys and
Read MoreSRC Chorus Production of Guys and Dolls to Feature TV and Movie Actor Dustin Lewis
April 24, 2019The SRC Community Chorus will present the Tony Award-Winning Musical Comedy Guys and Dolls June 27-30, 2019 at the SRC
Read MoreBarry Cloyd to Present The River’s Song for SRC Chorus Mini-Concert
January 8, 2019Award-winning singer/songwriter/musician Barry Cloyd returns to Fulton County as part of the 2018-19 SRC Community Chorus season on
Read MoreTickets on Sale for SRC Chorus Winter Concert
October 18, 2018Tickets are now on sale for the Spoon River College Community Chorus concert Winter Tales and Tunes. The concert
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Rehearsals Begin September 20
September 13, 2018The Spoon River College Community Chorus will present Winter Tales and Tunes on December 1 and 2, 2018 at 7:00
Read MoreTickets Now on Sale for Piano Potpourri with Gretchen Fuller and Tony Roberts
January 11, 2018The SRC Community Chorus presents Piano Potpourri, featuring the extraordinary talents of pianists Gretchen Fuller and Tony Roberts
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Tickets Now On Sale for Songs and Snowflakes Concert
October 17, 2017Tickets are now on sale for the SRC Community Chorus concert Songs and Snowflakes. The concert features 60 singers,
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Concert Rehearsals Begin September 28
September 14, 2017The Spoon River College Community Chorus will present Songs and Snowflakes on Dec. 2 and 3, 2017 at
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents the Comedy Vanities
July 6, 2017Vanities is a laugh-out-loud poignant comedy about the growth of a friendship among three small town women coming of
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Announces 2017-2018 Season of Events
May 31, 2017The Spoon River College Community Chorus announces its slate of comedies, musicals, and concerts for the 2017-2018 season.
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Presents Ken Bradbury In Concert
January 17, 2017One of the most popular performers in Illinois is coming to Canton for one performance only on Sunday,
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Adds Fifth Scholarship After Holiday Concert
January 3, 2017The Spoon River College Community Chorus presentation of A Joyous Jubilee in December resulted in the establishment of a fifth
Read MoreTickets On Sale For the SRC Community Chorus Production of A Joyous Jubilee
October 18, 2016Tickets are now on sale for the SRC Community Chorus concert A Joyous Jubilee. The concert features 60 singers,
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Concert Rehearsals Begin September 29
September 19, 2016The Spoon River College Community Chorus will present A JOYOUS JUBILEE on December 3 and 4 at the
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Will Present “Bleacher Bums”
August 10, 2016Tickets are now on sale for the baseball comedy Bleacher Bums being presented by the Spoon River College
Read MoreSRC Community Chorus Celebrates Successful Season and Plans Next
May 16, 2016As Spoon River College’s academic year closes, so does the 2015-2016 season of the Spoon River College Community
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