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Scholarship for Logan County Fair Queens

Posted August 26, 2024

For the past five years, the Heartland Community College Foundation has had a strong partnership with the Logan County Fair, granting a $1000 scholarship to the newly-crowned Miss Logan County Fair.

Heartland Students Receive Scholarships and Support from COUNTRY Financial

Posted August 13, 2024

Heartland students in the COUNTRY Financial Scholars Program engaged with their early college support network at a kick-off celebration on August 8, 2024.

Antique Tractor Connects History and Technology at Heartland’s Ag Complex

Posted July 30, 2024

Heartland’s Agriculture Complex is the new home to an antique piece of farming equipment.

Scoring FORE Scholarships

Posted June 10, 2024

The Heartland Community College Foundation partnered with Caterpillar for their annual joint golf outing, Scoring FORE Scholarships.

2024 President’s Medallion Honorees

Posted June 1, 2024

Heartland Community College has recognized seven individuals for their integral roles in serving the community, expanding the College, serving its students, and paving educational pathways.

Dobski Family Plaza Unveiled

Posted May 31, 2024

Heartland unveiled the Dobski Family Plaza at the annual Elevate Heartland event on May 31.

State Farm Scholars Celebrate

Posted May 2, 2024

Students in the Early College State Farm Computer Science scholarship program connected with State Farm enterprise technology manager Kevin Reeves at a celebratory luncheon.

Heartland Alum Ben Jeffreys Nominated for ICCTA Award

Posted April 30, 2024

Heartland alum Ben Jeffreys has been nominated for the Illinois Community College Trustees Association’s (ICCTA) 2024 Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Heartland Blue Floods Community During Day of Service

Posted April 26, 2024

More than 200 Heartland staff, students, and alumni made a positive impact on the community during Heartland’s annual Service Day.

Community Members Invest in Heartland During National Community College Month

Posted April 25, 2024

Community members invested their time, talent, and treasure during National Community College month as a part of Heartland’s Invest in the Nest campaign.

Ribbon Cut on New Advanced Manufacturing Center

Posted February 27, 2024

Governor J.B. Pritzker and representatives from State Farm were present to cut the ribbon on Heartland’s new Advanced Manufacturing Center and State Farm Electric Vehicle Lab.

Raising Funds Through Laughter

Posted February 26, 2024

Heartland’s annual FunnyRaiser Comedy Night raised almost $26,000 for key programs and student scholarships.

New Space for Student Veterans

Posted February 21, 2024

Student veterans at Heartland will have access to a new space this August, thanks to a generous gift from John and Mary Penn.

Ribbon Cut on New Agriculture Complex

Posted January 31, 2024

Heartland Community College cut the ribbon on a new $23M Agriculture Complex.

Heartland Awarded $525K Grant for Electric Vehicle programs

Posted January 25, 2024

Heartland has been awarded funding to support the growth of its electric vehicle (EV) program.

Hawk Socks to Support Student Scholarships

Posted December 19, 2023

The Heartland Community College Foundation is selling limited edition socks featuring Hunter Hawk.

German Delegation Tours Heartland’s New Advanced Manufacturing Center

Posted December 8, 2023

The Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council brought a German delegation to Heartland as part of their tour of America.

GROWMARK Opportunity Provides Hands-On Skills Training

Posted November 15, 2023

Students in Heartland’s agriculture program immersed themselves in a hands-on experience using an FS Sprayer Simulator.

Heartland Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

Posted November 14, 2023

Heartland Community College celebrated the growing number of community partners and students involved in apprenticeship programs with the state kick-off of National Apprenticeship Week.

Alumni Association Honors Four

Posted November 13, 2023

The Heartland Community College Alumni Association recognized four graduates who have made a positive impact on their community.

Ben Jeffreys Named the 2023 Distinguished Alumnus

Posted November 9, 2023

Ben Jeffreys was named the recipient of the 2023 Heartland Community College Distinguished Alumnus Award.

Breakfast on the Quad Showcases Health Sciences Programs

Posted September 22, 2023

Guests were welcomed to Heartland’s Normal campus this morning to enjoy an early outdoor breakfast and presentation.

Ribbon Cut on New Hawk Café by CEFCU

Posted September 21, 2023

The Heartland Community College Foundation celebrated the opening of a new student dining and lounge area with a ribbon cutting.

Heartland Night Out(side) brings Community to Campus

Posted September 7, 2023

Community members gathered on Heartland’s quad after hours for a night of fun at Heartland Night Out(side): Trivia Edition.

Challenger Learning Center STEM Experiences

Posted August 25, 2023

The Heartland Community College Foundation has created a fund to ensure access to STEM experiences for youth from low-income backgrounds.

Take-Home Meals for Heartland Families

Posted August 11, 2023

Families enrolled in Heartland Child Development Lab (CDL) programs are eligible for a take-home meal program.

Heartland Radiography Program Receives a New Portable X-Ray Machine

Posted August 9, 2023

Students in Heartland’s Radiography program are prepped for success thanks to a generous donation of a portable X-ray machine from Lincoln Memorial Hospital.

Alumni Pins for Heartland Grads

Posted August 4, 2023

Heartland graduates can sign up to receive an alumni lapel pin.

Accelerated Associate Degree Program for Non-Traditional Students

Posted July 28, 2023

Heartland is designing a flexible, accelerated associate degree program tailored toward working adults.

Scoring FORE Scholarships

Posted July 2, 2023

The Heartland Community College Foundation partnered with Caterpillar for their 15th annual joint golf outing, Scoring FORE Scholarships.