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Construction Begins Early on John A. Logan College West Lobby Expansion
Access Routes Adjusted During Project; Campus Map Provided

John A. Logan College officials announced that construction on the long-anticipated West Lobby expansion has begun earlier than originally scheduled. The College’s general contractor experienced an opening in its schedule, allowing work to begin immediately. While the early start is expected to shorten the overall construction timeline and lead to an earlier completion date, it […]

John A. Logan College to Celebrate HCCTP Graduation on November 14, 2025

John A. Logan College will recognize graduates of its Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) during a ceremony on Thursday, November 14, at 10 a.m. in Room F118 on the College’s main campus.

Holiday Kick-Off Events at John A. Logan College November 8–9

John A. Logan College will host the 49th Annual AutumnFest Holiday Arts and Crafts Show on Saturday, November 8, and Sunday, November 9, on the College’s main campus in Carterville.

John A. Logan College Named Among Nation’s Top 200 Community Colleges Eligible for Prestigious Aspen Prize

John A. Logan College has been named one of the top 200 community colleges in the nation eligible to apply for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the most prestigious recognition of high achievement and performance among America’s community colleges.

JALC Dedicates Dr. Marilyn Toliver Early Childhood Education Center

A standing-room-only crowd gathered Tuesday at John A. Logan College to honor longtime Early Childhood Education Professor Dr. Marilyn Toliver during the dedication of the newly named Dr. Marilyn Toliver Early Childhood Education Center.

The Foreigner Brings Laughter to the JALC Stage November 14–16

John A. Logan College is proud to present The Foreigner, the acclaimed comedy by Larry Shue. Performances are scheduled November 14 through 16 in O’Neil Auditorium.

John A. Logan College Names Head Start Room in Honor of Longtime Educator Dr. Marilyn Toliver

John A. Logan College has honored longtime educator Dr. Marilyn Toliver by naming the College’s Head Start Room the Dr. Marilyn Toliver Room in recognition of her more than four decades of service in education, including 33 years leading the College’s Early Childhood Education Program.

A Brighter Day: Frank Henson’s Story of Resilience

By: Hilary Holdinghausen After a year of determination and a few setbacks along the way, Frank Henson successfully completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program at John A. Logan College. This was his third attempt at the class. In the past, transportation challenges had kept him from finishing, but through every obstacle, Henson held on to hope and […]

JALC Nursing Department to Host Not-So-Scary Trick-or-Treat Event October 18

The John A. Logan College Nursing Club will host its annual “Not-So-Scary Trick or Treat” event on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the College’s main campus in Carterville. The family-friendly event will take place at the West Main Entrance, the Conference Center, Brewer Gymnasium, and Bechtel Community Health Education Complex.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Harrison-Bruce Player Development Center John A. Logan College Unveils New Indoor Baseball & Softball Training Facility

This event marks the grand opening of a major addition to John A. Logan College’s athletic infrastructure. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the cutting-edge training facility designed to enhance the development of the College’s baseball and softball programs.