Kish College nursing students receive stethoscopes from 3M
Five Kishwaukee College students in the Registered Nursing program received the Littmann Stethoscope Award from DeKalb’s 3M Community Support Group for the Fall 2023 semester.
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TRIO UB
TRIO Upward Bound (UB) is a program that is federally funded through the United States
Department of Education. Upward Bound is one of eight TRIO programs designed to promote
academic success. Upward Bound is a college completion program serving students enrolled
at DeKalb High School. Kishwaukee’s Upward Bound program provides the support, motivation
and academic preparation necessary to go to college.
To learn more, schedule an information session with one of our TRIO advisors.
The program is absolutely free to eligible program participants. However, your commitment, effort and motivation
to succeed are required.
If you would like to be one of 60 students who receive individualized support through UB and you meet the eligibility requirements, please complete our application.
TRIO Upward Bound Student Application
TRIO UPWARD BOUND PARENT APPLICATION
You can also complete the application in our TRIO Upward Bound Office located in C1210 at Kishwaukee College or at the DeKalb High School Student Services Office.
Admission Criteria:
- The student must be recommended by at least two DeKalb High School officials (teacher and counselor) as having potential for success in college, but being unlikely to seek admission without additional support.
- The student must complete the application package and, if selected, participate in an interview with an Upward Bound staff member and parents.
- The student must be willing and able to participate in program activities. Weekly
and bi-weekly Saturday sessions must be attended.
Program Requirements:
- Complete the application package and, if selected, participate in an interview with UB staff members.
- Students must be willing to fully participate in UB in the Summer Academy and during the school year. There will be two Saturday components a month.
- UB gives preference to students who are willing to remain in the program through graduation from high school.
Visit us at:
DeKalb High School
- Upward Bound Room M102E, during office/tutor hours
- Mondays and Wednesdays 1 pm-4 pm
Kishwaukee College
- TRIO Upward Bound Office C2150 during office hours:
- Monday-Thursday, 8 am-4 pm
Call or email us at:
815-825-9384 or trioub@kish.edu
Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter to learn about Upward Bound and Kishwaukee updates and events:
Tutoring and Study Labs
The TRIO Upward Bound program offers after-school tutoring, known as study labs, throughout the academic year. The labs are an opportunity for students to get homework help from tutors or continue working on schoolwork independently.
In-person study labs are available at DeKalb High School on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-4 pm in the Media Center. In addition to the on-campus study lab, virtual study labs are available upon request.
Current participants have access to TutorMe, a 24/7 virtual tutoring platform that increases equitable access to personalized learning. To access TutorMe, follow the link below and click "Sign In."
If you are a current participant and can't sign in, please get in touch with a TRIO UB staff member for assistance.
Current Workshops and Activities
| January | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | Financial Aid Workshop with ISAC | Family Workshop | Virtual; 6-8 pm |
| 20 | Spring Orientation | Family Workshop | Virtual; 6-7 pm |
| 24 | Smart Goals Workshop | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 25 | Financial Planning: Understanding the Cost of College Part 1 | Family Workshop | Virtual; 5-6 pm |
| 31 | Setbacks: Understanding the Impact of Setbacks | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| February | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Scholarships: Part 1 | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 18 | Mentorship | Student Workshop | In-person |
| 20 | SIUC Open House | College Visit | Overnight |
| 21 | Scholarships: Part 2 | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 22 | Financial Planning: Understanding the Cost of College Part 2 | Family Workshop | Virtual; 5-6 pm |
| 25 | TRIO Day at RVC | Cultural | Day Trip |
| March | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Mentorship | Student Workshop | In-person |
| 7 | Debit Cards & Credit Cards: Part 1 | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 15 | Transition to College | Family Workshop | Virtual; 5-6 pm |
| 28-29 | Spring Break in Indiana | College & Cultural | Overnight |
| 28 | Debit Cards & Credit Cards: Part 2 | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 31 | Illinois State University | College Visit | Day Trip |
| April | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Plagiarism | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 15 | Mentorship | Student Workshop | In-person |
| 19 | Study Habits: Understanding & Supporting Online Learning Habits | Family Workshop | Virtual; 5-6 pm |
| 22 | Western Illinois University | College Visit | Overnight Trip |
| 25 | Character: Understanding & Building Good Character | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| May | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | UW-Milwaukee Tour and Hadestown on Broadway | College & Cultural | Day Trip |
| 9 | Career & Major Exploration | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
| 13 | Mentorship | Student Workshop | In-person |
| 23 | Imposter Syndrome | Student Workshop | Virtual; 3-4 pm |
News & Events
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Kish College celebrates National Adult Education and Literacy Week
Kishwaukee College is proud to celebrate National Adult Education and Literacy Week, Sept. 18-24. Kish’s Adult Education programs provide skills and credentials to adult learners, expanding economic opportunity for the region.
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