Oakton Recognizes Des Plaines President's Scholars

193 Des Plaines students recognized as Oakton Community College fall 2017 President's Scholars

Oakton among NASA Robotics Mining Competition top 10 again

Oakton Community College finished 10th overall in the 2018 NASA Robotic Mining Competition at Florida’s Kennedy Space Center.

Two Oakton employees earn national “40 under 40” award

Oakton employees Kasia Wereszczynska and Maya Evans were recently recognized by the AAWCC with the 40 Under 40 Award.

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Visit Oakton this summer and discover why the college is the ideal place to start or continue your college education.

Des Plaines resident Brian Chan overcomes health issues to gradua

Brian Chan didn’t let a chronic illness stop him from graduating from Oakton Community College with his associate of arts degree.

Impending Oakton graduate ‘mastering the system'

Before graduating from Oakton, Jeremiah Stymacks has some unfinished business as project manager of the college's robotics team.

Upcoming Oakton graduate takes “two for one” to a new level

Serafina Paulino, who will be graduating from Oakton Community College on May 15, takes “two for one” to a whole new level.

Oakton, Elmhurst sign two agreements

Oakton and Elmhurst College signed two agreements--an innovative dual enrollment agreement and a guaranteed admission agreement on May 8.

Two-time graduate to offer words of wisdom at Oakton commencement

Two-time Oakton graduate and 2014 Oakton Distinguished Alumni Award winner Timothy Panfil will deliver Oakton’s commencement address.

Two Oakton students named to PTK Illinois All-Academic Team

Oakton students Faria Ameen and KylaRose Sybico Schulman have been named to the Phi Theta Kappa Illinois All-Academic Team.

Native American Live Mascot Retired By Maine West

There will no longer be any "student or adult in costume representing a Native American Warrior of any kind," the principal announced.

Oakton students to participate in NASA Robotic Mining Competition

Members of the Oaktobotics team will participate in the 2018 NASA Robotic Mining Competition May 14-18 at Florida’s Kennedy Space Center.

Oakton names Board of Trustees Outstanding Student Award winners

Oakton announced six winners of the Board of Trustees Outstanding Student Award at its annual Student Leadership Banquet April 26, in Niles.

Oakton summer youth programs picking up STEAM

Youngsters between the ages of 8 and 12 are invited to enroll in fun-filled classes offered by Oakton Community College during the summer.

Oakton hires Alimboyoguen as assistant dean for health careers

Maribel “May” Alimboyoguen, selected as Oakton's first assistant dean for health careers, is set to begin working at the college April 30.

Oakton board elects new leadership, seats new student trustee

Newly-elected student trustee John Timperley (Park Ridge) is welcomed at the Oakton Community College Board of Trustees meeting on April 17.

Oakton a finalist for Community College Innovation Challenge

Oakton Community College has been selected as one of 10 finalists in the 2018 Community College Innovation Challenge.

Oakton names assistant VP for academic affairs/college transition

Oakton's Board of Trustees approved the appointment of Anne Brennan as assistant vice president for academic affairs/college transitions.

Cherokee Endorsement Of Maine West Warrior Mascot Questioned

District officials could reconsider the practice of a student dressing up in Native American garb and dancing around school events.

Oakton fall class registration opens April 11

Fall semester registration for credit classes begins Wednesday, April 11, at Oakton Community College.

Center for Campus Inclusion and Diversity opens at Oakton

The Oakton community celebrates the opening of the new Center for Campus Inclusion and Diversity (CCID) March 21 at the Des Plaines campus.

Oakton summer class registration opens March 21

Registration for Oakton summer classes begins Wednesday, March 21. Eight-week courses begin June 4, and seven-week classes start June 11.

Oakton names ECC’s Sawyer as chief advancement officer

Oakton has hired Katherine Sawyer to lead the college’s foundation and marketing programs as its new chief advancement officer.

Des Plaines District 62 Begins Strategic Plan Process

The district is seeking input as it kicks off the creation of a new strategic plan with a survey.

Oakton Educational Foundation recognizes donors at Jan. 31 event

The Oakton Community College Educational foundation recently recognized contributions of donors to the recently-completed Student Center.

Oakton nursing grads notch 98 percent first-time NCLEX pass rate

Oakton nursing graduates earned a 98 percent first-time pass rate on on the NCLEX, surpassing both state and national averages in 2017.

Not too late to register for Oakton spring courses

Courses are offered at Oakton’s convenient locations in Des Plaines and Skokie as well as online.

Oakton hires director of grant strategy and development

Allison Grippe will serve as Oakton's new director of grant strategy and development, effective Monday, Feb. 5.

Chess Tournament Planned At Iroquois School

District 62 Education Foundation will host a chess tournament on January 20 at 9 a.m.

District 62 Names New Assistant Superintendent

Mark Bertolozzi was named Assistant Superintendent for Business Services for Des Plaines School District 62.

Iroquois Named Apple Distinguished School

Iroquois Community School has been recognized for its digital literacy.

Enroll in cutting-edge accounting technology courses at Oakton

Oakton is bolstering its accounting program with the addition of three new courses in 2018.

Oakton once again named as a military friendly school

Oakton Community College has been named to Victory Media's coveted Military Friendly Schools® list.

Oakton honor society names officers, inducts new members

On Nov. 16, Oakton's chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society (PTK) celebrated by swearing in new officers and members.

Oakton Foundation Brunch celebrates students and donors

The Oakton Educational Foundation announces 10 new scholarships for 2017-18.

Oakton secures two 2017 OLC Digital Learning Innovation Awards

Oakton was selected from among 60 digital courseware initiatives in Online Learning Consortium’s annual #DLIAwards.

Winter Card Contest Winners Announced, Headed For Official Mailer

The winning design from Des Plaines students will wind up on District 62's official winter card.

Oakton Student Wins Lincoln Award

Andrew Tieng became the first Oakton Community College student to ever win the award.

District 62 Superintendent Remains On Leave

Associate Superintendent Dr. Paul Hertel will continue to fill in as Dr. Floyd Williams remains on leave.

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