2026 News for Oakton College

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? Read More on Oakton Hosts Transportation, Distribution,...

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. Read More on Oakton Awarded $270,000 State...

Columbia University to Host First-Ever Information Session at Oakton, Feb. 11

Published on February 3, 2026

Ivy League excellence is coming to Oakton College. For the first time, Columbia University — one of the world’s most prestigious institutions — will visit the Des Plaines campus to host an information session for prospective students. Read More on Columbia University to Host...

Oakton Welcomes the Community to a Season of Concerts, Plays and Showcases

Published on January 29, 2026

A night of jazz, thought-provoking theater and the return of Oakton College’s celebrated Six Piano Ensemble has you keyed up for an unforgettable spring season! Explore the lineup and mark your calendar so you don’t miss your favorites. Read More on Oakton Welcomes the Community...

2026 News

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

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

Columbia University to Host First-Ever Information Session at Oakton, Feb. 11

Oakton Welcomes the Community to a Season of Concerts, Plays and Showcases

Oakton 2026 Art Exhibits

A New Heart of Campus: Oakton Opens Des Plaines Learning Commons

Oakton Student Among 15 Students Recognized Nationwide