The Donor Appreciation Reception is a meaningful tradition that celebrates the generosity
of our supporters and the achievements of our students. Held on the first Thursday
in April, the event brings together donors, scholarship recipients, and staff to connect
and share in the impact of giving.
The annual Donor Appreciation Reception is held on the first Thursday in April and offers a meaningful opportunity to celebrate the impact of giving and connect
with the Kishwaukee College community.
Opportunities to meet Kishwaukee College scholarship recipients and staff
Student stories highlighting the personal impact of donor support
Expressions of gratitude from Kishwaukee College leadership and staff
Light appetizers and refreshments served during the event
For more information about the Donor Appreciation Reception, please reach out to foundation@kish.edu.
Last Year's Celebration
Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from past donor receptions. These
events celebrate the impact of giving—bringing together the donors who make it all
possible and the students whose lives are changed because of their support.
Your support helps open doors for students to pursue their educational goals and create
brighter futures. Whether through scholarships, program funding, or special initiatives,
your generosity makes a lasting difference. Learn more about the many ways you can
give.
The Aspen Institute named Kishwaukee College as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The 200 colleges were selected based on their student outcomes data, including retention, completion, transfer and bachelor’s degree attainment rates. Started in 2010, this is the ninth cycle of the Aspen Prize.
Kishwaukee College will offer five Short-Term programs during the Spring 2026 semester. Kish Short-Term programs provide students with the expertise needed to meet local workforce demands. The programs range from 11-15 weeks, allowing students to start a career immediately or build on skills with additional training.