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With Summer and Fall Registration Underway, JALC Officials Plan for Return to Face-To-Face Classes

Registration for summer and fall semester classes at John A. Logan College has begun, and students are finding more face-to-face class options on the fall schedule. As more southern Illinoisans receive the COVID vaccine, John A. Logan College officials have developed a plan to bring more people back on campus. According to College President Dr. […]

Graduation Deadlines Approaching for JALC Students

John A. Logan College officials recently announced plans to hold an in-person graduation ceremony on May 13 at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Grandstand. Students interested in participating in the ceremony and having their name listed in the Graduation Booklet need to apply for Graduation by Thursday, March 25.

JALC to Hold Graduation at Du Quoin Fairgrounds

John A. Logan College officials have announced plans to hold commencement exercises on Thursday, May 13 at 6:30 PM in the Grandstand at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. According to John A. Logan College President Dr. Kirk Overstreet, the venue allows the College to hold a traditional event while maintaining COVID protocols. “It was essential […]

John A. Logan College Cyber Defense Team Finishes Second in State Competition

The John A. Logan College Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition Team, The Logan Defenders, finished second in the recent Illinois State Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition. DePaul University won the competition.  The Logan Defenders will compete March 6 in a Wildcard event for the right to join DePaul at the Erich J. Spengler Midwest Regional on March […]

Truck Driver Leaves the Road to Become a Registered Nurse

Truck driver Christopher Glazik knew it was time for a career change. He wanted an opportunity to work with people from his community, provide for his family, and be present in the life of his son. Christopher decided to begin the training that would eventually lead to becoming a registered nurse. He selected the Licensed […]

Fans Not Allowed at JALC Basketball Home Opener

Due to current Region 24 restrictions, no fans will be allowed at the Men’s Basketball home opener between #1 ranked John A. Logan College and the Shawnee Saints on Saturday, January 23.  The game will be streamed live on the College’s Facebook page starting at 1 PM and on the radio at 103.5 FM. The […]

Fall 2020 John A. Logan College President’s and Vice President’s List

Each semester any full-time student who has a 4.0 grade-point average earns recognition on the President’s list. Any full-time student who has a grade-point average between 3.55 and 3.99 earns recognition on the Vice-president’s list. The following students were named to the Fall 2020 President’s List:  Alto Pass: Amariah Olin, J Guadalupe Zamora  Anna: Charles […]

JALC Set to Wrap Up Fall Semester

When the state of Illinois went into lockdown in March, John A. Logan College officials began the arduous planning process for a fall semester that would be different from any previous semester at the College.  Staff worked remotely and through video and phone conferences to develop a plan that allowed for some face-to-face classes in […]

Glenn and Jo Poshard Establish Scholarship Endowment at John A. Logan College

John A. Logan College Board of Trustee member, Dr. Glenn Poshard, and his wife, Jo, have donated $110,000 to establish the Jo and Glenn Poshard Scholarship Endowment with the John A. Logan College Foundation.  The scholarship will be awarded annually to an incoming freshman who, upon completing their studies at JALC, plans to transfer to […]

John A. Logan College to Launch Region’s First Cyber Center of Excellence with Grant and Support from Global Cybersecurity Education Leader Cybint

John A. Logan College has received a grant award that will enable the College to offer military-grade resources, training, and support to equip students with job-ready cybersecurity skills.   TheCyber Center of Excellence (CCE) Grant with Cybint will establish the region’s first cybersecurity learning hub for students and professionals.  At John A. Logan College, the Cyber […]