Richland Community College 2020 Annual Report

RICHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

2020 ANNUAL REPORT Katurah Lloyd - 2020 Graduate

President’s Message

TRUST, GROW, THRIVE - These important Key Results terms have

become embedded into the fabric of Richland Community College since we introduced them as culture-changing initiatives.

In one of the most challenging academic years, as a result of an unprecedented pandemic, these Key Results continue to inform the work we do for and on behalf of our students. We remain focused on student success and improved student outcomes as our journey to improved accountability and institutional culture, attraction and retention of students, and insured financial sustainability has begun to transform this institution.

It has been a year of triumph and change, that called on our students, faculty and staff to overcome some of the toughest barriers they have faced in their lives so far. A year where we have seen Richland alumni rise to the occasion and work in areas like healthcare, local business and various trades to help one another.

All this gives me great pride to continue to serve at Richland and, in turn, serve the communities and people of district 537. Our work is just beginning and our continued focus on workforce development has brought a sharper focus on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

The work we conduct in our EnRich programs has focused on people of color and those populations that have been traditionally underserved in education and training and assisted them in navigating pathways to prosperity via a trauma informed and inclusive training environment that is connected with local employers to place people into careers. Literally, hundreds of district citizens have moved into entry level employment in manufacturing, transportation and healthcare, contributing to the area’s economic vitality. In the near future, we anticipate the construction of a regional training center to house EnRich, Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and a Minority Mentor Protégé Program to encourage and provide individuals with the tools to not only move into employment to but start and own businesses in the area.

Keeping our students engaged during this time has been challenging, but our campus life remains robust due to employees like Sue Webster, who was recently recognized as an outstanding Student Life leader in engaging students via activities and events including student clubs and intramurals.

Richland continues to receive recognition for our committed work. This year we were recognized by the Macon County Foundation for our commitment and progress to create an inclusive college as well as a cultural champion

by Partners in Leadership for accomplishing our Trust, Grow, Thrive goals.

Parents trust us to educate their children; employers trust us to train their workforce; and the community trusts us to provide innovative programs and service. Read on to see how Richland has leveraged these Key Results to become your community college and assists students to realize their dreams!

Sincerely,

Cristobal O. Valdez President

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Vision, Mission

and

Core Values

Vision To be the best and first choice for education.

Mission To empower individuals through learning and to forge partnerships that grow communities.

Core Values Commitment We are dedicated to meeting the needs of the communities we serve.

Respect We recognize the expertise of all members of the College community and encourage individual contribution.

Excellence We strive to develop and pursue higher standards.

Accountability We assume and demonstrate responsibility for our actions.

Diversity We believe that our similarities and differences are opportunities for establishing a common bond and strengthening the College.

Board

of

Trustees

Dr. David Cooprider Chairman

Bishop Wayne Dunning Vice Chairman

Bruce Campbell Trustee

Dale Colee Trustee

Vicki Carr Trustee

Randy Prince Secretary

Tom Ritter Trustee

Virginia Book Student Trustee

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Thanks to a student leadership initiative in response to student requests,

Richland Community College brought back its mascot – the Richland Knight.

Richland’s Student Leadership Council (SLC) was the driving force behind bringing the Knight mascot back to life in an effort to create more school pride for its students. During the spring semester, students prepared surveys, conducted research on college mascots, and ultimately chose to bring the Knight mascot back. Students presented some concept designs to Richland’s Board of Trustees, who were excited about the enthusiasm of the student leadership to oversee this endeavor.

According to Dr. Isaac Zuniga, Vice President of Student Success, “A revitalization of school spirit has been a goal of our Student Leadership Council and with the reintroduction of the Richland Knight as our campus mascot it upholds the values of faith, loyalty, courage, and honor which to me are the essence of any good mascot.” He added, “Having the mascot will create excitement and will help us strengthen the student experience at Richland. In addition, because we support inclusivity, our Knight is gender neutral, because we believe Richland is a campus for everyone.”

Student Awards (Spring 2020)

Excellence

in

Education

Faculty of the Year..............................................................................Deborah Yaden Commencement Student Speaker.....................................................Michaila Long

Student Engagement Awards

Emerging Leadership Award.............................................................Virginia Book ........................................................................................................... Aaron Wendt Multicultural and Social Justice Program of the Year Award............. H.O.P.E. Club ........................................................................................................... Women in Islam Most Involved Club Award.................................................................H.O.P.E. Club Outstanding Volunteer Award............................................................Josh Burton

Individual Club Excellence Awards

H.O.P.E. Club.....................................................................................Josh Burton Nursing Club......................................................................................Jonathan Lyons Student Leadership Council...............................................................Michaila Long Surgical Technology Club..................................................................Bayleigh Harshbarger X-Ray Vision Club...............................................................................Monica Benner

Enrichment Awards

Campus Impact and Core Values Award...........................................Austin Roddy Larry Klugman Student Leadership Award........................................Michaila Long Outstanding Club Advisor Award.......................................................Pixie Fennessey

Outstanding Student Academic Awards Liberal Arts

Behavioral Sciences...........................................................................Emily Still Culinary Arts.......................................................................................Raquel Spain Early Childhood Education.................................................................Cortney DeLong Elementary Education........................................................................Gabrielle Koslofski English................................................................................................Brenna York Graphic Arts.......................................................................................Albion Brown Graphic Arts.......................................................................................Casey Bolt History................................................................................................Kaitlyn Coady History................................................................................................Sophia Garriott History................................................................................................Wynn Turney Hospitality...........................................................................................William Akers Interpreting.........................................................................................Kelly Basil Sarah Moore Scott Writing Award......................................................Julie McCauley (English 101 & 102) Secondary Education.........................................................................Michaila Long Sign Language...................................................................................Morgan Edgecombe Sociology............................................................................................Tai’Leayah Damron

Health Professions

Associate Degree Nursing.................................................................Alyvia Parks Emergency Medical Service..............................................................Ashley Warner Healthcare Documentation.................................................................Kathi Alexander Health Information Technology..........................................................Stephanie Robinson Radiography.......................................................................................Lance Woods R. H. Cleland, RN Award....................................................................Sydney Stork (Fall 2019) ...........................................................................................................Jill Dodson(Spring 2020) Schrodt Family Clinical Award...........................................................Dylan Cavanaugh (Fall 2019) ........................................................................................................... Kanisha Young (Spring 2020 Surgical Technology...........................................................................Matt Brooks

Mathematics, Science and Business

Automotive Technology......................................................................Garald Wilson Biology................................................................................................Mark Boyd Business.............................................................................................Derek Spangler

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Student Spotlights

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Our Commitment

to

Students

Richland Food Pantry Richland students who experienced food insecurity due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic were able to take advantage of The Richland Food Pantry thanks to the partnership between the Richland Foundation, the Culinary Arts Institute, and the Good Samaritan Inn. “We understand that food insecurity doesn’t stop when classes aren’t in session, therefore we wanted to ensure that our students continued to have access to food for them and their families, especially during this unprecedented time,” added Julie Melton, Foundation Executive Director.

Students can still take advantage of The Pantry each week on campus.

Richland

offers online mental health services to its students

In response to the ongoing need for mental health wellness, Richland began offering online mental health services for all students through META, a teletherapy platform. META provides students confidential and easy access to mental wellness by connecting to a network of licensed counselors, therapists, and clinical social workers for private counseling sessions via chat, video, or voice calls.

“Our goal was to provide mental health wellness to our over 2,000 students who now need support more than ever,” said Dr. Cristobal “Cris” Valdez, President. “The situation brought on by this pandemic is an adjustment for everyone, and META is the best way for us to support the mental wellness of our students to help them cope with what’s happening. The META platform provides students the freedom to choose a therapist who’s a good fit, and the ability to reach them quickly and easily.”

Virtual Graduation Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Richland moved its May commencement and health profession pinning ceremonies to a virtual format in order to celebrate and honor its graduating students. Students and their family members joined a live feed of the ceremony on the college’s Facebook and YouTube pages.

In these uncertain times, as COVID continued to affect our lives in unprecedented ways, we wanted to keep our students’ health and safety at the forefront of our decision-making, while still being able to celebrate their amazing accomplishments.

As part of the celebration, graduating students were highlighted on social media and were given a special graduation gift with cap and gown, an alumni t-shirt, and much more to let them know how much their educational commitment to Richland was appreciated. Congratulations to our graduates!

Curbside Hot Meal Program Richland students and local community members received over 1,800 hot meals as part of a curbside hot meal program. Richland Culinary Institute students and staff prepared the meals that were given out daily during lunchtime to people experiencing food insecurity during the tough financial times brought on by the pandemic.

Program Highlights Richland Community College EnRich Program Selected as a Top 10 Finalist for National Bellwether Award Richland Community College was selected as a top 10 Bellwether Awards finalist in the Workforce Development Category for its EnRich Program: Technical + Essential Skills = Changed Lives.

The program’s innovative approach to training delivery combines Technical Industrial Job Skills Training (IJST) with Essential Skills. The IJST program not only provides basic technical skills in Welding, CNC, Occupational Safety, precision measuring tools, hand tools, technical math, blueprint reading, and heavy equipment operation, but it also concentrates on the Essential Skills that are indispensable to making the most out of life and work.

The Bellwether Awards recognize community colleges for excellence and innovation in one of three categories: instructional programs and services; workforce development; and planning, governance and finance.

EnRich is changing lives by offering quality training that connects individuals to employment and livable wages.

EnRich completers are 64% minority, with 57% classified as African American, 79% male and 43% African American Male. A total of 89% of EnRich participants who completed the program were hired by major local employers.

Because of the work and its outcomes, EnRich has earned a great deal of recognition receiving the Illinois Council of Community College Administrators Innovation Award and the Decatur Regional Chamber of Commerce Award for Business Expansion of the Year.

Enrich’s Minority Mentorship Protégé Program EnRich’s Minority Mentor Protégé Program seeks to assist and support low-income and minority adults in the Decatur/Macon County community who are interested in becoming entrepreneurs. Under the direction of Dr. Jeremy Morris, the program teaches business development and legalization services, books and financial audits for businesses and marketing services.

Ultimately, this program is about personalizing the process of entrepreneurship and is designed to have a direct investment in people to start businesses in Decatur. The most powerful thing we can do through this program is connect prospective participants to knowledge resources, commercial and community resources, fellow entrepreneurs, mentors and the broader community while building soft and hard skills, addressing the importance of financial literacy and attaching mentors to each business concept.

To find out more visit richland.edu/enrich/enrich-minority-mentor-protege-program.

Trevor Smith

EMS Program Director

EnRich CDL offers a free program that helps students earn a Class A CDL license.

Additional endorsements include hazmat, tanker, double/triple and passenger.

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2 I Choose Ric We were proud to host this Farewell Ceremony for Unit #236 who was deployed this year for active service in February 2020. The event was held in the Shilling Community Education Center auditorium with hundreds of family members attending. Thank you for your service to our country.

o host the Women Changing conference on its campus tive year in March 2020. The for young women in high are interested in a career in ess. Over 600 participants anized by Illinois Agri-Women with over 200 presenters.

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The registration and coaching process looked a little different this past year with COVID restrictions. Richland opened a virtual lobby for students that needed assistance and coaches met with students both in-person and via Zoom to discuss their education options. The goal was to keep everyone safe. Pictured is Joshua McAlpine, one of our Solution Specialists.

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Jonathan Jackson presented to Richland staff and students in January 2020, to talk about the life’s work and important aspects of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s message and the movement that he created.

Reverend Dr. King’s focus on social justice, voting, nonviolence, international peace, workers dignity, personal responsibility and social justice still remain areas that warrant our attention as it relates to making the fulfillment of an American democracy possible.

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6 I Choose Rich Richland was excited to participate in the first annual Trees on the Tees, hosted by the Decatur Park District.

This event was the perfect way to celebrate the holidays during COVID, keeping everyone safe. Richland’s “Knight Before Christmas” tree was part of over 35 trees decorated by local organizations and businesses for the event.

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During Richland’s December to Remember event over 150 students were given Richland goody bags along with a box of food for their families that included staples like cheese, bread, eggs and other nonperishables.

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Remodeling is currently underway in Richland’s south wing, which will include updates to our lab and classroom space. The project is expected to be completed in June this year and we can’t wait for our students to enjoy it.

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Partnerships The Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center Through the initiative and generosity of the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, The Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center (MCLETC) opened its doors on September 20, 2017, and started its first training course on October 2, 2017. The MCLETC is an Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board facility, operated by Richland Community College.

The MCLETC’s mission is to prepare its students to be the best law enforcement and/or correctional officers possible.

Given the numerous obstacles related to the COVID-19 pandemic, CY2020 was a difficult year for successfully completing state certified academies. However, the MCLETC was able to safely graduate four Basic Law Enforcement Academies and two Basic Corrections Academies. Utilizing safety protocols and following all state restriction guidelines, the MCLETC methodically pushed forward. Class sizes were reduced to smaller groups, less than 10 in some cases, and graduation dates were extended. In the end, a total of 252 students, 194 Police Recruits and 58 Corrections Cadets, successfully completed their academy. In addition, each graduating recruit class was able to complete a community service project! In fact, a couple classes completed multiple projects. These included two monetary donations to Illinois C.O.P.S., a blood drive, three food drives (two around Thanksgiving), and a Christmas toy drive for local kids. Even with a worldwide pandemic, the MCLETC worked tirelessly to complete another extraordinary year.

Richland

receives

buses from

Decatur Public Transit Decatur Public Transit System donated two city buses to support the EnRich Program at Richland Community College. The donation will allow the program to train individuals in receiving their passenger endorsement in the CDL program.

Students that complete the program can easily go on to work for the Decatur Public Transit System as drivers.

Richland Partners

with

Greenville University

Richland Community College partnered with Greenville University to develop over a dozen articulation agreements designed to encourage its students to complete their Associate of Art or Science degrees with the ability to easily transfer to Greenville University. Students completing their degree at Richland will be able to enter Greenville at junior status.

According to Dr. Denise Crews, Vice President of Academic Services, “Our goal is to provide our students with as many seamless transfer opportunities as possible. This partnership is a clear example of Richland Community College’s dedication to the transfer aspect of the comprehensive community college mission.”

University of Illinois Partnership Benefits Richland Agriculture Students The agricultural program at Richland renewed its transfer partnership opportunity for their students planning to attend the University of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) to complete a four-year degree. This partnership, referred to as the transfer pathway program, was recently formalized at three community colleges in Illinois.

Jess Smithers, director of agricultural programs at Richland, hopes the program provides students peace of mind that their Richland coursework seamlessly transfers to ACES. Students wishing to follow the transfer pathway program will be guided through the process which includes completing the prescribed course sequences at Richland Community College, meeting the stated GPA requirement, and submitting their application for a specific agricultural degree at the University of Illinois.

Nursing Dual Enrollment Partnership

with

ISU

Illinois State University’s Mennonite College of Nursing and Richland signed a memorandum of understanding that will allow the community college’s students to seamlessly transfer to ISU. The agreement also allows students to take some of their courses from ISU while still enrolled at Richland.

“Articulation or transitioning agreements are huge for community colleges,” said Denise Crews, vice president of academic services at Richland. “They have certainly grown and changed over the years.

They used to be the typical ‘2 plus 2’ agreements.

We’re very excited that our students will have this opportunity to be dually enrolled.”

The agreement allows Richland students to apply for pre-admission to the university as early as their first semester at Richland, and to take three of the nine ISU bachelor of nursing courses during their second semester at Richland, saving time and money.

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Awards, Recognition EnRich Program The EnRich program at Richland was the recipient of a $10,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Macon County this past year as part of its Community Works program. Terrence Taylor, Director of Community Investment of the Foundation, presented the check.

The Illinois’ Workforce Equity Initiative through the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) also awarded the program $960,170. The funding was developed by the ICCB to serve larger African American populations under Illinois’ Workforce Equity Initiative, now in its second year.

RICHLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE ESSENTIAL SKILLS PROGRAMS

Project Read Plus Richland’s Project Read Plus was awarded two grants from the Community Foundation of Macon County including a $10,000 Community Works award that was matched by a Foundation donor. The grant will assist Project Read’s outreach efforts which include adult literacy, tutoring for incarcerated individuals and individualized learning plans. The program also received a $1,000 grant from the Foundation.

Richland chosen as EDUCAUSE 2020 Student Technology Report Exemplar EDUCAUSE, a nonprofit association and the largest community of technology, academic, industry, and campus leaders advancing higher education through the use of IT, selected Richland’s new Responsible Use of Online Classroom Content syllabus statement to be included in their report of innovative models, programs, or practices that are emerging due to students and their technology needs.

During the spring semester faculty reported instances when students screenshot other students’ assignments or discussion board posts and posted to social media using the name of the student who made the post, assignment, and other potentially personal information. This posting can and has led to students feeling that their privacy has been violated and, in extreme instances, a threat to their safety. Alex Berry and Kona Jones, with support from Joe Feinstein and Teena Zindel-McWilliams, developed and presented a statement to the Academic Standards Committee for inclusion in all course syllabi.

Pixie Fennessey, retired Professor of Psychology granted Professor Emeritus status

and

Sociology,

Professor Fennessey came to Richland Community College in 1996 with a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology and additional graduate hours in areas of education, psychology, and sociology.

Her service to Richland extended beyond the classroom and allowed students to continue learning and growing by serving others. Initially, she took groups of students to Kenya to work at By Grace Disabled and Orphans Center. This led to the creation of Stand Up for Grace, a 501(c)(3) which raises funds for the Center. Back home, Professor Fennessy formed HOPE Club with the intent to serve people at the local, national, and international levels.

Professor Fennessey has served for a number of years on the Growing Strong Board of Directors, worked on political campaigns, served as an Elder and on the Peacemaking Committee for the First Presbyterian Church of Decatur, served as a member of Prairieland Case Coordinator, and advised Millikin’s Alternative Spring Break. She has also promoted tolerance and inclusion through her work as the advisor to the college chapter of the NAACP, service on the African American Studies advisory group, and participation in a film club.

Sue Webster Receives Student Champion Award The Illinois Community College Student Activities Association (ICCSAA) recently recognized Sue Webster, Coordinator of Student Engagement, for her outstanding leadership in service to community colleges in Illinois. On the recommendation from her colleagues and with the full support of the Executive Board, ICCSAA honored Sue with a Student Champion Award. As many student activities professionals faced the challenges presented by COVID-19 this past fall, Sue organized a successful collaborative programming group making it possible for institutions across the state to share ideas, minimize risk, and provide valuable programming for students in this critical time. According to ICCSAA, “Her dedication to the success of this group within our organization not only demonstrates Sue’s abilities as a leader and dedication to community college students, but also speaks volumes for Richland Community College’s commitment to student engagement.”

Kent Mears Technology

promoted from instructor of to Assistant Professor

Collision Repair

Kent began teaching full-time at Richland in August 2014 as the first full-time instructor in our Collision Repair program. He earned tenure in Spring 2018 as the result of quality teaching and college service.

Every year on campus, Kent sponsors a car show that brings exposure to the program and raises funds for philanthropic efforts in the area. He volunteers his time in the community through the Macon County Honor Guard and the American Legion. Over the past two years he has created new opportunities for students through I-CAR (Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair), which set up Richland as a host site for testing for people in the industry. Just recently, he helped to complete an application for the Collision Repair program to be industry certified through NATEF.

Chris Senger promoted from instructor Technology to Assistant Professor

in

Engineering

With nearly 30 years of experience in the field of Electrical Systems, Chris began teaching full-time at Richland in January 2016. He has worked with College officials to continue upgrading the Electrical Systems lab, using Perkins and Workforce Development grant funds to keep his technology current. In addition, he works with the Heartland Technical Academy to grow the next generation of the workforce. Chris earned tenure in Spring 2018 through a combination of quality teaching and college service.

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Richland Community College Foundation

Foundation Awards $42,925

in

Emergency Relief Grants

As we continue to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, many of our students – among the most financially vulnerable individuals in our region – have lost jobs that helped them make ends meet, in addition to helping them cover tuition and other educational expenses. To help support our students during this time of crisis, the Foundation awarded $42,925 emergency relief grants awarded to 83 students in 2020. This lifeline ensures that Richland students continue on the path to a successful future that they’ve been working so hard to create.

Matt Whitehead, Alumnus

of the

Year

Matt Whitehead graduated from Richland Community College with an Associate in Science degree in 1997. After Richland, he continued his education at the University of Illinois at Springfield where he received his bachelor’s degree in accounting in 2001.

During his professional career, Matt served in the banking industry for ten years, before starting his career as Director of Finance at the Decatur Family YMCA in 2007 and receiving his organization leader certification in 2017. In the fall of 2020, Matt returned to his previous career path in banking as Vice President at Scott State Bank in Maroa.

Matt currently serves on the Richland Community College Foundation Board.

Alumni Spotlight: Ann McIntyre Ann received her AAS in Nursing from Richland Community College in 2012 and is employed as a Cardiology Nurse at Prairie Cardiovascular inside of St Mary’s Hospital. Prior to working at Prairie Cardiovascular, Ann spent 6 years in medical and cardiac ICU. With her ICU experience and knowledge base, Ann knew that she could make a greater impact on the front lines fighting this pandemic. In early April, Ann made the difficult decision to leave behind her husband and 2 small children in Decatur to work in a hospital in the Bronx in New York. Ann knew this is exactly where she needed to be, and we couldn’t be more #richlandproud.

$856K $42,925 Awarded in Scholarships in 2020 56% OF SPRING GRADUATES RECEIVED FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS WHILE AT RICHLAND OVER 1,000 SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO RICHLAND STUDENTS

EMERGENCY RELIEF GRANTS Awarded to 83 students in response to COVID-19 Support for over 250 students & their families through The Pantry

$18.9M $23,500

Foundation’s Active Endowment

Raised during the Richland Employee Campaign

*December 2020 Data

“Thank you so much for giving us students a way to continue to move towards to our dreams and future.”

“It is because of your amazing donations that people struggling are able to succeed.”

“I appreciate this more than you will ever know.”

Foundation Scholarships

power the future for

Richland

students

In February 1980, the Richland Board of Trustees came together to create the Richland Community College Foundation to seek and invest private gifts in support of scholarships and greatest needs of the College. Over the past 40 years, this vision has provided thousands of students across our district life changing scholarship support. Philanthropic contributions enhance our ability to support our students today and build a better future for their tomorrow. Below are some stories written in their own words.”

“I am a first generation college graduate that decided to attend Richland in hopes of becoming a registered nurse. My college tuition was funded by myself alone.

When I began at Richland I was working two jobs trying to keep up and my studies suffered. Thankfully I was able to receive scholarships virtually every semester from the foundation. This relieved a huge financial burden and additional stress. I was able to graduate from Richland with my associates in nursing and no debt. Currently I am enrolled in Indiana Wesleyan University to obtain my BSN. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the help of the foundation.”

Jordan Stewart Emmett Sefton Memorial Scholarship Recipient “Receiving a scholarship from Richland helped me pursue an academic journey I may have otherwise missed out on due to financial strains. Richland has given me the amazing opportunity to take my first steps in my college career and becoming one step closer to someday teaching in my very own classroom.”

Michaila Long Scherer Honors Scholarship Recipient

“My educational journey would have been a financial strain and made it very difficult to finish my associates at Richland Community College. I am a single dad raising an awesome son which makes me very grateful and appreciative of the opportunity to have received the scholarship. Thanks for the support and please continue to help others achieve success in their academic journey.”

Malik Fonville-Simmons Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Scholarship Recipient

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Financials

Revenues By Source Fiscal Year 2020

Revenues By Source - Fiscal Year 2020 Other Operating 2.7% Federal Grants 18.1%

State Grants & Contracts 31.1%

Auxiliary 5.0% Investment Income 0.9%

Non Governmental 3.6%

Property Taxes Operating Expenses by Function 32.0% Tuiton and FeesFiscal Year 2020 6.6%

Operating Expenses

by

Scholarships 9%

Function - Fiscal Year 2020 Auxiliary Expense 5%

Depreciation 7%

Institutional Support 18%

O/M Plant 8%

Public Service 4%

Instruction 37%

Student Services 9%

Academic Support 3%

Master Plan Updates Master plan and construction changes continue for the college with the first floor of the south wing undergoing demolition and construction scheduled to be completed by June. New labs will be part of this project in addition to new classrooms and space for the Academic Success Center and Mathematics Enrichment Center. According to Greg Florian, Vice President of Finance and Administration, the project is on budget as well.

The next phase of the project will begin in June when construction on the second floor, north hall begins. This project will mimic the south hall Carroll Center for Innovative Learning with a much more open feel, collaborative spaces and updated classrooms. The Teaching & Learning Center, formerly Online Learning, will also be moved to this space. That project is scheduled for completion in February 2022.

Other projects include a new outdoor area on the southwest of campus, which will provide an attractive space for outdoor classes and student events.

More details about campus updates can be found in the Master Plan document on richland.edu/about/our-campus.

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Richland Facts & Figures*

Richland Community College serves its District with a 155-acre main campus in Decatur, Heartland Technical Academy, the Clinton Higher Education Center, and the Macon County Law Enforcement Training Center. Richland District #537 includes Macon County and parts of Christian, DeWitt, Logan, Moultrie, Piatt, Sangamon, and Shelby Counties.

PIATT MACON

SANGAMON

Our Offerings

DEWITT

LOGAN

Transfer Programs

MOULTRIE

CHRISTIAN

Workforce Education and Custom Training Pre-College Programs

SHELBY

Continuing Education Adult Education

Our Staff

Our Students Since

62 full-time faculty

14,308 students have graduated

103 adjunct faculty 38 administrators 111 support staff

the college was established:

15:1

faculty-to-student ratio

20,322 degrees and certificates have been awarded

831 25% 21

degrees and certificates were awarded in the 2018-2019 academic year. of area high school graduates enroll at Richland

is the average age of a credit student

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1,805

student enrollment

2019

73% P -

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noncredit students

38.2%

male students

61.8%

female students

*December 2019 Data

Looking Forward Richland’s Online Learning center has always been so much more than its name indicated so in order to best service our students and faculty it was more than time for a name change. The Teaching and Learning Center (TLC for short) now more accurately reflects the work done by the center in providing support and professional development for faculty regardless of the teaching modality.

The Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) at Richland Community College understands students’ need for flexibility regardless of whether they are just starting their college career or continuing their education and works to create an innovative student-centered learning environment through Online, Hybrid, and Enhanced traditional courses. The TLC provides students, faculty, and staff with training, technical support, and the resources needed to enhance their educational experiences with a focus on commitment, respect, excellence, accountability, and diversity.

The TLC will be moving to its new home on the second floor once that construction is complete.

Teaching and Learning Center staff include: • • •

Kona Jones – Director Elizabeth (Liz) Jackson – Online Support Specialist Jarry Brown – Instructional Technology Specialist

They are looking forward to working with faculty, students and staff to deliver the same dynamics and high-quality assistance they have always provided, and recently have increased our staff to include Jarry Brown, who will be assisting in providing additional instructional assistance to faculty.

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