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Oakton College Educators Win National Awards for Innovative Online Learning

Published on: March 18, 2026

From human-centered storytelling to real-time analytics dashboards, Oakton College educators Matthew Boutilier and Wendy Adele-Marie earned national awards from the Instructional Technology Council for innovative online teaching that fosters curiosity, critical thinking and student success.

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Oakton Recognized as 2026-2029 Leader College by Achieving the Dream

Published on: March 5, 2026

Oakton College has been named a 2026–2029 Leader College by Achieving the Dream (ATD), recognizing its sustained progress in improving student success and advancing economic mobility.

Illinois Bill Targets Workforce Gaps with Community College Bachelor's Degrees

Published on: March 3, 2026

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow community colleges like Oakton to offer bachelor's degrees in high-demand fields. The proposal aims to make degrees more attainable for underserved and working students while strengthening Illinois' workforce.

Oakton Hosts Transportation, Distribution, Logistics and Manufacturing Job Fair, March 17

Published on: February 23, 2026

Looking for a job right now? Considering a career change? Exploring new training opportunities?