Oakton College is continuing campus improvement projects, including those outlined in our recently approved facilities master plan (PDF 7.4 MB), which will result in transformed spaces that create an optimal learning and working environment for students and employees.
Check back often as this page will help minimize operational disruptions and keep you informed of our progress. You can also view areas impacted by construction on our interactive map.
The Latest Updates: June 16, 2026
Office Relocations
The Division of Student Affairs has temporarily relocated to Room 2817.
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Des Plaines Baseball Field Parking (Near College Drive Entrance) |
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Percent Complete |
80% |
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Project Start |
June 2025 |
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Project Completion |
Summer 2026 |
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This project is ongoing and includes earthwork, site preparation and concrete work. Bleacher installation is complete at the baseball and softball fields. Parking lot surface pavers are currently being installed. |
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Des Plaines Bookstore, Welcome Center |
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Stakeholders |
Bookstore, Welcome Center |
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Percent Complete |
2% |
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Project Start |
Late Fall 2026 |
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Project Completion |
Early 2027 |
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Phase Three projects for the Bookstore and Welcome Center have completed design and will be sent out for bidding in June. Construction will begin after completion of Phase Two. |
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Door and Hardware Replacement |
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Percent Complete: |
12% |
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Project Start: |
4/20/2026 |
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Project Completion: |
8/31/2026 |
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The contractor is working to install new cable for the card reader system at both campuses. Work on doors and hardware at the Des Plaines campus will begin in July. Work at the Skokie campus will begin after the Des Plaines campus is complete. |
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Des Plaines and RHC (Skokie) Campus Exterior Lighting Upgrades |
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Stakeholders |
General campus community |
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Percent Complete: |
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Project Start: |
July 1, 2024 |
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Project Completion: |
Summer 2026 |
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Existing light poles have been removed, and removal of the light bases is underway. Landscape restoration is in progress, and lighting controls are being installed. Installation of the new emergency phones is in progress. However, the system is not yet operational.Additional updates will be provided once the new emergency phone system is activate |
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Office of Student Affairs and Workforce Development |
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Stakeholder(s): |
Office of Student Affairs, Workforce Development |
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Percent Complete: |
20% |
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Project Start: |
4/7/2026 |
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Project Completion: |
8/31/2026 |
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The contractor is working on rough-in work for mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Insulation and drywall installation is ongoing. |
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Restroom Remodel Project |
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Percent Complete: |
49% |
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Project Start: |
Fall 2025 |
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Project Completion: |
Late 2026 |
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Phase 1 restrooms at the Des Plaines campus have opened. |
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TenHoeve Refresh |
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Percent Complete: |
0% |
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Project Start: |
Summer 2027 |
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Project Completion: |
Late 2027 |
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The project is in the design phase. The design team has been holding meetings with stakeholders for planning and design. |
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