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More Than 250 High School Students Visit JALC for Applied Tech Tour Day as the College Prepares to Open New State-Of-The-Art Facility

More than 250 high school students visited John A. Logan College for its Applied Tech Tour Day, getting a firsthand look at career and technical education opportunities while navigating a campus undergoing significant construction and expansion.

JALC EMS Program to Host Vehicle Extraction Drill Thursday

John A. Logan College’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) program will conduct a vehicle extraction demonstration as part of its hands-on training for EMS students. The exercise will involve local fire, EMS, and law enforcement personnel, along with an Air Evac helicopter.

JALC Program Helps Former Students Return to College Through Debt Relief

Returning to college can be difficult when an unpaid tuition balance stands between former students and a fresh start. John A. Logan College is working to remove that barrier through a new initiative that helps eligible students resume their education while reducing past-due tuition debt.

JALC Autumnfest Set for November 14-15 at ThrillHouse in Marion

John A. Logan College’s annual pre-holiday arts and crafts show, JALC Autumnfest, is set for November 14 and 15 at the ThrillHouse in Marion.

John A. Logan College Offers Discounted Season Tickets to Previous Basketball Season Ticket Holders

John A. Logan College is offering discounted season tickets for the 2026-27 men’s and women’s basketball season to last year’s season ticket holders after construction-related issues forced the relocation of all home games.

John A. Logan College Student, Recent Logan Academy Graduate Featured in People Magazine

Alicia Schweickert’s journey from a lifetime of medical challenges to a nursing career has drawn national attention. The John A. Logan College student and recent Logan Academy graduate was featured in People magazine, highlighting her determination to overcome obstacles and help others facing similar challenges.

JALC Legacy Plaza Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Rescheduled to Spring 2027

John A. Logan College officials have announced that the Legacy Plaza ribbon-cutting ceremony, originally scheduled for Nov. 2, will be postponed until early spring 2027 because a supply issue is affecting the production and delivery of plaques honoring recent college retirees.

John A. Logan College to Present Neil Simon’s Comedy “Fools” Nov. 6-8

John A. Logan College will present Neil Simon’s comedy “Fools” Nov. 6-8, offering audiences a family-friendly theatrical production filled with humor, romance, and heart.

John A. Logan College Earns CAAHEP Accreditation for Emergency Medical Services Program

John A. Logan College has earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) for its Emergency Medical Services (EMS) education program, Paramedic AAS degree/Certificate options, demonstrating the College’s commitment to quality instruction and professional preparation in the health care field.

JALC Nursing Department to Host Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat Event October 10

The John A. Logan College Nursing Club will host its annual “Not-So-Scary Trick or Treat” event on Saturday, Oct. 10, from Noon to 2 p.m. at the College’s main campus in Carterville.