Oakton College is continuing campus improvement projects including those outlined in our recently approved facilities master plan, 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.
Latest Update: June 18, 2025
Des Plaines and RHC (Skokie) Campus Exterior Lighting Upgrades |
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Stakeholder(s): |
General campus community |
Percent Complete: |
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Project Start: |
July 1, 2025 |
Project Completion: |
Summer 2026 |
Work is expected to begin in early July, resulting in rolling closures of parking lots and walkways, restricting access to vehicle and pedestrian classes for various time durations. |
Des Plaines Library Learning Commons |
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Stakeholder(s): |
Library, Learning Center, Center for Teaching Innovation, Math Labs (STEM), TRIO, IT Help Desk |
Percent Complete: |
20% |
Project Start: |
March 31, 2025 |
Project Completion: |
Late 2025 |
The General Contractor has started work on site. Framing is complete. The mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) rough-in is ongoing and is expected to continue for several months. Insulation and drywall installation are ongoing. |
Door and Hardware Replacement |
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Percent Complete: |
10% |
Project Start: |
TBD |
Project Completion: |
TBD |
The project will be going out for bid in June. Board of Trustees consideration for the bid approval is expected to take place in August. |
Student Affairs, Information Technology and Access and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) Office Renovations (Des Plaines) |
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Stakeholder(s): |
Office of Student Affairs, Oakton IT, ADRC, Testing Center, Workforce Development, Bookstore, Welcome Center |
Percent Complete: |
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Project Start: |
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Project Completion: |
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Phase 1 projects for the IT Hub, Testing Center, and ADRC are nearing completion. Furniture Installation is complete. The Testing Center is scheduled to move into its new suite in Room 1830 during the week of June 23. The Access and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is scheduled to open its new office suite located in Room 1820 on June 30. |