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Articles from June 2014 to present.

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SCC's Kidtek to Return in June

5/13/2020

Arrangements are set for SCC's popular Kidtek University learning program to take place this summer.

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SCC's Ash wins national Pacesetter award

5/1/2020

Dr. Michael Ash, president of Southeastern Community College (SCC) in West Burlington, Iowa, has been named the 2020 Pacesetter of the Year by the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR). The award recognizes a two-year college chief executive officer who has demonstrated special leadership and support in college communication and marketing.

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SCC to extend online class delivery for remainder of spring semester, limit campus attendance

3/23/2020

SCC continues to monitor the evolving coronavirus COVID-19 situation and to share relevant information with employees and students as it becomes available.

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Annual SCC Great Tastes Fundraiser Moved to May 1

3/18/2020

The annual Southeastern Community College (SCC) Foundation Great Tastes event is rescheduled to take place Friday, May 1, at the PZAZZ! Entertainment Complex in Burlington, Iowa. The benefit begins at 6 p.m with the live auction starting at 8 p.m.

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SCC to Extend Spring Break, Transition to Online Class Delivery Starting March 25

3/13/2020

SCC continues to monitor the evolving coronavirus COVID-19 situation and to share relevant information with employees and students as it becomes available. While the Iowa Department of Public Health has confirmed COVID-19 cases in other parts of Iowa, there are none in the SCC service area of southeast Iowa.

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SCC Takes Steps to Protect Campus Community from the Coronavirus

3/11/2020

Officials at Southeastern Community College have implemented a plan to address coronavirus (COVID-19) concerns and to ensure the safety of the campus community.

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SCC Hosts Regional Science Fair

3/10/2020

Southeastern Community College will host the 40th annual Southeast Iowa Superconference Science Fair on Thursday, March 12 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the John H. Witte, Jr. Hall of Sciences on the West Burlington campus. Judging will start at 9:15 a.m.

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SCC Reaffirmation of Accreditation, Receives High Marks for Quality

2/20/2020

Southeastern Community College was recently notified by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) that its accredited status will continue. The college will undergo its next evaluation in the 2029-2030 academic year. SCC was assessed on a number of criteria, including the quality of teaching, student achievement, academic rigor, and strategic planning.

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STEMFest Returns to SCC February 22

2/11/2020

The annual Southeast Iowa Regional Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Festival (STEMFest) will take place at SCC's West Burlington campus on February 22, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. The family-friendly event is a joint effort among SCC, the Southeast Iowa STEM Region, the Lee County Economic Development Group, Greater Burlington Partnership, local businesses, manufacturers and area educators.

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SCC Nursing Graduates Outperform State, National Averages

2/4/2020

In the last quarter of 2019, 100% of nursing students who graduated from SCC's LPN and RN programs successfully passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) as reported by the Iowa Board of Nursing.

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SCC Demystifies Financial Aid at Feb. 5 Event

1/27/2020

Southeastern Community College will offer complimentary assistance with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at its FAFSA Ready Iowa event on Wednesday, February 5.

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Southeastern Community College Celebrates 100 Years

1/21/2020

2020 marks the 100th anniversary of Southeastern Community College. To commemorate this momentous milestone, a year of events and activities will celebrate the College's rich history. Events will also recognize the pivotal role the college has played as a catalyst for growth in the region.

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March 1 Deadline for Fall Scholarships from SCC Foundation

1/17/2020

The Southeastern Community College Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships for students who plan to attend SCC in the fall of 2020. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on March 1.

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SCC's 2019 Audit Available for Viewing

12/17/2019

Winkel, Parker & Foster, CPA PC has released the audit report on Southeastern Community College in West Burlington, Iowa for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.

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SCC Awarded Pre-Apprenticeship Program Development Funds

12/3/2019

Southeastern Community College was awarded $18,000 to develop a construction trades pre-apprenticeship program. The college will partner with the Burlington Community School District (BCSD), Carl A. Nelson & Company, and Brockway Mechanical & Roofing Co. to create the program for high school students.

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SCC Music Hosts Monthly Live in Concert Series Tuesday, November 26

11/21/2019

Southeastern Community College's music program will host its monthly Live in Concert Series event Tuesday, November 26 at 7 pm on its West Burlington campus. Scheduled to perform are flutist Karen Weirather and pianist Leigh Pirtle. SCC's Culture on Campus is funding the event.

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Visiting Writers Series Welcomes Joseph Emanuel & Jorrell Watkins

11/8/2019

Southeastern Community College's Culture on Campus Committee will host a Visiting Writers Series event Saturday, November 23, at 8 p.m. on its West Burlington campus. Scheduled to appear are poets Joseph Emanuel and Jorrell Watkins, two writers from the University of Iowa Writers' Workshop in Iowa City. SCC's Di Dante Literature & Writing Club will co-host.

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SCC Celebrates First Generation Students Nov. 8

11/1/2019

On Friday, November 8, Southeastern Community College will host activities to honor first-generation college students.

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SCC to Host Financial Aid Workshop November 6

10/14/2019

Southeastern Community College will offer its next FAFSA Ready Iowa session on November 6. This popular event helps students and families navigate and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The event will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. at both the West Burlington and Keokuk campuses.

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SCC Welcomes Zombie Takeover of Keokuk October 11

9/30/2019

The SCC Keokuk Campus Drama Club will host its Annual Zombie Walk on Friday, October 11. Registration is free and starts at 5 p.m. The contest begins at 6 p.m. with the walk to follow at Estes Park on Fifth and Main Street in Keokuk.

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