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Oakton College Leaders Selected as Fellows in AAC&U's Leadership Academy

Published on: March 17, 2026

Three Oakton College leaders were selected for the 2026 American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) New Leadership Academy, a national program focused on advancing leadership and student success.

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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?

Oakton Awarded $270,000 State Grant to Expand Workforce Pathways and Student Support

Published on: February 6, 2026

Oakton College has been awarded $270,704.59 through the Illinois Community College Board’s (ICCB) Innovative Bridge and Transition (IBT) Grant Program to strengthen education-to-career pathways for adult learners.