Bill Text: IL HR0736 | 2017-2018 | 100th General Assembly | Introduced

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Bill Title: Recognizes Kishwaukee College on its 50 year anniversary.

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 2-0)

Status: (Passed) 2018-01-30 - Resolution Adopted [HR0736 Detail]

Download: Illinois-2017-HR0736-Introduced.html

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HOUSE RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of
Representatives wish to congratulate Kishwaukee College on its
50th year anniversary and remarkable history of offering career
preparation, continuing education, and workforce development;
and
WHEREAS, Since its founding in 1968, Kishwaukee College has
grown to offer five transfer degrees and over 70 occupational
degrees and certificates to over 9,000 students in the DeKalb,
Sycamore, Rochelle, and surrounding Northern Illinois
communities; and
WHEREAS, The College has worked with local K-12 partners to
assist students through elementary, middle, and high school
with exposure to a variety of academic pathways and preparation
to be college and career ready; and
WHEREAS, Kishwaukee College offers an ever-increasing
variety of programs and services to meet the needs and wants of
district residents seeking a university degree, occupational
degrees, General Equivalency Diplomas, and English classes for
non-native speakers; and
WHEREAS, Over the years, Kishwaukee College has added

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specialized programs to help local business and industry remain
competitive in a global economy, training and support services
for dislocated workers, a child care center, personal
enrichment courses, community involvement, and leadership
training; and
WHEREAS, Kishwaukee College partners with other
institutions of higher education to provide students with the
most efficient and beneficial means to complete their degree
program; and
WHEREAS, Beyond offering courses, programs, and services,
the College has increasingly become an integral part of the
communities it serves; College employees volunteer on many
local boards and organizations, offering their assistance,
expertise, and leadership; and
WHEREAS, Kishwaukee College contributes to a strong local
and state economy, fosters higher individual income potential
and standard of living, and facilitates business success;
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
HUNDREDTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we
recognize the Board of Trustees, faculty, and staff of
Kishwaukee College for their continued achievements in turning

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student aspirations and community potential into enduring
success; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be
presented to Kishwaukee College President Dr. Laurie Borowicz
with the best wishes and encouragement from members of the
Illinois House of Representatives.