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JALC Nursing Program Recognized for Exceptional Licensure Pass Rates

The John A. Logan College Nursing Program has received official notification from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation confirming outstanding licensure examination pass rates for 2025, far exceeding both state and national averages.

Whitney York: One Step Closer

For Whitney York, returning to college was about finishing what she started and doing it on her own terms.

Nathan Sullivan: Building a Future With Purpose

For Nathan Sullivan, returning to college was never about starting over. It was about moving forward with intention.

JALC Announces Fall 2025 President’s and Provost’s Lists

John A. Logan College is pleased to announce the Fall 2025 President’s and Provost’s Lists. Each semester, any full-time student with a 4.0 grade-point average earns recognition on the President’s List. Any full-time student with a grade-point average between 3.55 and 3.99 earns recognition on the Provost’s List.

Former JALC Golfer Earns PGA Tour Card

Former John A. Logan College golfer Marcelo Rozo earned his PGA Tour card Sunday, finishing tied for second at the PGA Tour Q School Finals with a closing-round 69 to secure one of five available spots on golf’s top circuit.

John A. Logan College Announces Important Spring 2026 Dates

John A. Logan College officials have announced key registration and start dates for the Spring 2026 semester, which will begin on Monday, January 12, 2026.

John A. Logan College to Celebrate HCCTP Graduation on November 14, 2025

John A. Logan College will recognize graduates of its Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) during a ceremony on Thursday, November 14, at 10 a.m. in Room F118 on the College’s main campus.

A Brighter Day: Frank Henson’s Story of Resilience

By: Hilary Holdinghausen After a year of determination and a few setbacks along the way, Frank Henson successfully completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program at John A. Logan College. This was his third attempt at the class. In the past, transportation challenges had kept him from finishing, but through every obstacle, Henson held on to hope and […]

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.

From Nursing School to World Champion: Leo Loucks

Leo Loucks of Crab Orchard has been riding and roping since he was six years old. By his teens, he had roped and ridden his way to multiple state titles. But on the national stage, success always seemed just out of reach.