Kish College Veterinary Assistant program resumes in July 2022
The Kishwaukee College Continuing Education department will offer the Fall 2022 Veterinary Assistant program from July 24 through Dec. 16.
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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 Partent 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 W102 during our office/tutor hours:
Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 am-3 pm
Or
Kishwaukee College, TRIO Upward Bound Office C1210 during our office hours:
Monday-Thursday, 8 am-4:30 pm
Friday, 8 am-4 pm
Call or email us at:
815-825-9552 or trioub@kish.edu
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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 3-5 pm in room K131. In addition to the on-campus study lab, virtual study labs are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 pm. Zoom links are provided below for gaining access to the virtual study labs.
Current Workshops and Activities
- Feb. 15 — Paint & Create at Chelsea McGhee Studios
- March 23-26 — Spring Break Trip
- April 2 — UW- Madison Campus Visit
- April 21 — University of Illinois Campus Visit
- May 7 — Bradley University Campus Visit
- May 13 — TRIO Skate Night
- Feb. 5 — Postsecondary Pathways: Differences Between 4-Year College, Community College, Trade School, Military & Workforce (Grades 9-12)
- Feb. 19 — All About Scholarships
- March 2 — Financial Literacy Workshop
- March 19 — Finding Your College Fit & College Visits
- April 6 — Safe Passage Presentation
- April 16 — How to Develop a List of Colleges (Grades 9-11, all juniors should attend)
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Kishwaukee College earns ICCTA Equity and Diversity Award
Recognizing Kishwaukee College's commitment to equity, the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) has recognized Kish with the 2022 Equity and Diversity Award. The honor recognizes the commitment of Kish’s Board of Trustees and leadership to achieve diversity, equity and inclusion in the College's education programs.
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