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John A. Logan College Named Among Nation’s Top 200 Community Colleges Eligible for Prestigious Aspen Prize

John A. Logan College has been named one of the top 200 community colleges in the nation eligible to apply for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the most prestigious recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges.

JALC Dedicates Dr. Marilyn Toliver Early Childhood Education Center

A standing-room-only crowd gathered Tuesday at John A. Logan College to honor longtime Early Childhood Education Professor Dr. Marilyn Toliver during the dedication of the newly named Dr. Marilyn Toliver Early Childhood Education Center.

JALC Nursing Department to Host Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat Event October 18

The John A. Logan College Nursing Club will host its annual “Not-So-Scary Trick or Treat” event on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the College’s main campus in Carterville. The family-friendly event will take place at the West Main Entrance, the Conference Center, Brewer Gymnasium, and Bechtel Community Health Education Complex.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Harrison-Bruce Player Development Center John A. Logan College Unveils New Indoor Baseball & Softball Training Facility

This event marks the grand opening of a major addition to John A. Logan College’s athletic infrastructure. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the cutting-edge training facility designed to enhance the development of the College’s baseball and softball programs.

Southern Illinois Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days at JALC set for Sept. 27-28

A southern Illinois tradition is set to return to John A. Logan College this fall, as the Southern Illinois Celebration of National Hunting and Fishing Days marks its 38th year on Sept. 27-28.

John A. Logan College Reports Enrollment Increase for Fall 2025

John A. Logan College officials announced that tenth-day census reporting for the Fall 2025 semester shows a 4.5% increase in student enrollment and a 3.1% increase in credit hours compared to the Fall 2024 semester. The 3,369 students represent the highest enrollment since the fall of 2019.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for C and E Wing Renovations at John A. Logan College

John A. Logan College will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the expansion and renovation of the College’s C and E Wings. The revitalized spaces feature improved accessibility, upgraded infrastructure, and enhanced technology to support students, faculty, and staff better.

JALC Offices to Temporarily Relocate August 15 for Elevator Installation

Several John A. Logan College offices will temporarily relocate on Friday, Aug. 15, to accommodate the use of a large crane used for the installation of a new elevator. The College will remain open, and the project is expected to be completed by the end of the day.

John A. Logan College Breaks Ground on New State-of-the-Art Career and Technical Education Center

John A. Logan College marked a major milestone today with a groundbreaking ceremony for its new $14.2 million Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center.

JALC Announces Fall Registration and Welcome Week Activities

Fall semester classes will begin on August 11 at John A. Logan College. Late walk-in registration will be available from August 4, with late-night availability until 6 p.m. on August 4 through August 7 and August 11 through August 1.