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South Suburban College Announces Virtual Classroom and Blended Courses for the Fall Semester

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College (SSC) announces the extension of its Virtual Classroom Model for the 2020 Fall Semester, including a blending of classroom instruction methods, limited on-campus activities and […]

Register Now for a New COVID-19 Contact Tracing Course at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College’s Office of Continuing Education is offering a new non-credit course this summer titled COVID–19 Contact Tracing: Changing the Face of the Public Health Workforce. […]

South Suburban College Announces Seven Academic All-Americans

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The South Suburban College (SSC) Athletic Department announces seven Academic All-Americans from the 2019-2020 Academic Year as recognized by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA): Cayla […]

Message to the Community

Greetings South Suburban College Community, I come to you today with heavy heart at the thought of what is happening in our community today. The violent upheaval and spirit of […]

Governor Pritzker Visits Opening of New COVID-19 Testing Site at South Suburban College’s Main Campus in South Holland

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College has been chosen as a COVID-19 testing site by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA). Illinois Governor JB Pritzker visited the site today along […]

Check Out South Suburban College’s Virtual Information Sessions to Get Ready for Summer and Fall Classes

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Summer and Fall Registrations are in progress at South Suburban College (SSC) online from ssc.edu. SSC is providing two sets of Virtual Information Sessions via Zoom on […]

Cannabis Classes Among South Suburban College’s Summer Non-Credit Online Offerings

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– It’s not too late to get registered for classes at South Suburban College. SSC’s Office of Continuing Education has scheduled a variety of non-credit courses that will […]

A Message from President Stokes regarding South Suburban College’s COVID-19 efforts and initiatives

Dear Students, Faculty, Staff and Administration, South Suburban College has extended our Virtual Classroom Model through the Summer Semester. Our facilities will open on June 1, 2020, pending new developments. […]

Classes Will be Offered Through Virtual Classroom Model This Summer at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Summer Registration is in progress at South Suburban College (SSC) online from ssc.edu. The 2020 Summer Semester begins the week of Monday, June 1st. Current and prospective […]

South Suburban College Announces Tree Campus USA® Recognition on Earth Awareness Day

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–In honor of Earth Awareness Day, South Suburban College is pleased to announce its 2019 Tree Campus USA® recognition. Tree Campus USA, an Arbor Day Foundation program, honors […]

South Suburban College Foundation Seeks Student Assistance Donations through New COVID-19 Impact Fund

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –South Suburban College Foundation (SSCF) is seeking donations to assist students with hardships as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, as well as initiate an investment in […]

Bulldogs Guard Carter Garners National Player of the Year Honors

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Player Courtney Carter has been named the 2019-20 National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division II Men’s Basketball Player of the Year. A […]

NEWS ADVISORY: The 2020 Census is LIVE

You can now fill out your census form at home either ONLINE or by phone to (844) 330-2020 or (844) 468-2020 for Spanish. Be prepared with the letter you have […]

South Suburban College to Donate Supplies and Shields to Local Healthcare Providers, Foundation Establishes COVID-19 Impact Fund

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –South Suburban College (SSC) is donating supplies and masks to local healthcare providers. The College’s Allied Health & Careers and Nursing Departments have gathered a significant range […]

Register Now for Summer Classes at South Suburban College

Summer Registration is in progress at South Suburban College (SSC) online from ssc.edu. The 2020 Summer Semester begins the week of Monday, June 1st for both credit and non-credit classes. […]

South Suburban College to Extend Spring Break through March 22nd

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College is extending its Spring Break for students through March 22, 2020 as a precaution related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The college is also implementing a […]

Breakfast with BCI Presents: Marketing Tips on a Budget

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents a Breakfast with BCI Workshop titled “Marketing Tips on a Budget – Learn Facebook Hands-On” scheduled for […]

South Suburban College to Host Census Informational Sessions

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College wants everyone in College District 510 to be counted. The college will be hosting informational sessions regarding the 2020 Census at both the Main […]

“Boost Your Biz” Expo for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners Coming to South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College (SSC) is planning a free small business expo titled “Boost Your Biz” on Thursday, June 4, 2020, from […]

Nancy Fleischman Exhibition at South Suburban College’s Dorothea Thiel Gallery

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to present a collection of artworks by Nancy Fleischman titled “From the Body.” The solo exhibition will […]

NEW Short-Term Solar Panel Installation Certification Program Begins at South Suburban College Next Month

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Building Construction Technology Program is launching a new 16-week cohort for a cutting-edge Solar Photovoltaic Installers Certificate. The first session (BLD-299) will start during SSC’s […]

South Suburban College to Host Live First District Court Oral Arguments at Annual Law Day April 30th

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Legal Studies Department will host their annual Law Day on Thursday, April 30, 2020. This year’s event will feature a special live […]

Seeking Employers for Community Career Fair at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College and Thornton Township are partnering once again to offer a 2020 Career Fair on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. […]

2020 Chicago Women’s Conference & Expo – Vision 2020 Sharpen Your Focus

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College (SSC) announces its 2020 Chicago Women’s Conference on Friday, March 13, from 7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., located at the college’s Main Campus in […]

Register Now for Non-Credit Classes at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– It’s not too late to get registered for classes at South Suburban College. SSC’s Office of Continuing Education offers a variety of non-credit courses throughout the Spring […]

Musical Performances Coming to SSC Stage in March

March 2, 2020 – 7:00 pm Orchestra & Chamber String Ensemble Concert March 3, 2020 – 7:00 pm Jazz Combo Concert March 6, 2020 – 7:00 pm Symphonic Band, SSC […]

South Suburban College Coding Specialist Program to Host February 29th Open House

OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College Department of Allied Health & Careers is hosting an Open House for the Coding Specialist Program on Saturday, February 29th from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 […]

South Suburban College Player, Team Earn National Honors

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Program has earned two national honors this week on the heels of Head Coach John Pigatti’s 400th victory. The Bulldogs were named […]

Volleyball Camp Coming to SSC in February

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Volleyball Program is accepting registrations for its Winter Camp for boys and girls Ages 8-14 on Sunday, February 16th from 3-5 p.m. […]

Regional High School Art Student Exhibit & Festival Coming to South Suburban College in February

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College will host its 24th annual Regional High School Art Student Exhibit from January 27th through the student art […]

Open House Coming February 1st for Student Home Construction Project in Park Forest

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The South Suburban Trades Initiative announces an Open House of the first rehabbed house by a student and apprentice partnership program on Saturday, February 1, 2020 from […]

South Suburban College Head Basketball Coach John Pigatti Earns 400th Win

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College Men’s Basketball Head Coach John Pigatti won his 400th game last night in a 74-67 victory over Olive Harvey. In his 14th season at […]

Forklift Operator Training Coming to Oak Forest Center

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute is offering Forklift Operator Training on three separate sessions in February at the Oak Forest Center. This certification course covers […]

South Suburban College Announces Development of Barber College at South Holland Campus

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The South Suburban College Board of Trustees unanimously approved the establishment of a new Barber College at its December 12th Board Meeting. SSC’s goal is for […]

Children’s Theatre Company to present Cinderella at South Suburban College in January

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Children’s Theatre Company of South Suburban College announces its annual play for young audiences in January. This year’s offering will be Michele L. Vacca’s “Cinderella.” […]

SSC’s Maker Lab to Host Ornament Making Workshop at Oak Forest Center on December 17th

OAK FOREST, IL– South Suburban College’s Maker Lab is offering a Maker Day: DIY Holiday Ornament Workshop on Tuesday, December 17th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the college’s […]

Seeking Star Awards Nominations for The Chicago Women’s Conference at South Suburban College

OAK FOREST, IL– South Suburban College is seeking nominations for The Star Awards, which will be presented at the 12th Annual Chicago Women’s Conference being held at South Suburban College […]

South Suburban College to Host Rocky Clark Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser on National Day of Giving

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL –South Suburban College and the SSC Foundation will host a special National Day of Giving event – Rocky Clark Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser – on Tuesday, December 3, […]

Paralegal Open House Coming to South Suburban College’s Oak Forest Center December 12th

OAK FOREST, IL– South Suburban College is hosting an Open House for its Paralegal Program on Thursday, December 12th at 6:00 p.m. at the Oak Forest Center in Room 5190. […]

Certified Production Technician Open House Coming to South Suburban College Oak Forest Center

OAK FOREST, IL – South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting a Certified Production Technician Open House on Thursday, November 21st from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in Room 5170 of the […]

Health Care Industry Night Coming to South Suburban College November 18th

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College is hosting a Health Care Industry Night on Monday, November 18th from 5-8 p.m. in the college’s Performing Arts Center. The event will include informational […]

Jordan Scott Photo Exhibition on Display at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to announce a special guest artist exhibition of photographs by Jordan Scott in the Photo Four through […]

Maker Lab Workshop-“Intro to Laser Cutting” Coming to Oak Forest Center

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Maker Lab, located at the Oak Forest Center, is presenting a workshop designed to introduce “makers” to laser cutting on Saturday, November 9th from 12-2:00 […]

Bulldogs to Open Season This Weekend Ranked 3rd in the Nation

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The South Suburban College Basketball Programs are gearing up for the 2019-20 season with the Men’s Team set to open at home this Saturday, November 2nd vs. Northwestern […]

Free GED/HSE and English as a Second Language Classes offered through South Suburban College in South Holland, Oak Forest and Riverdale

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Adult Education Department offers a wide range of opportunities for adults to build the basic skills required for success. Registration for the free ESL & […]

SSC Bulldog’s Baseball Program to hold a holiday Youth Catching Camp December 26th and 27th

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College Head Baseball Coach Steve Ruzich will be directing a two-day Catching Camp on Thursday, December 26th and Friday, December 27th from 10:00 a.m. – […]

South Suburban College to Host Free Family Reading Night

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College’s Adult Volunteer Literacy Program is hosting its annual Family Reading Night event on Wednesday, November 13th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the college’s […]

Register Now for Spring Classes at South Suburban College

A free class is available to qualified applicants during the spring term. SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Spring Registration is in progress at South Suburban College (SSC). The 2020 Spring Semester begins […]

South Suburban College announces $1.5 million Workforce Equity Grant with new career programs

Learn more about WEI and apply now! SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College recently announced its selection for a Workforce Equity Grant through the Illinois Community College Board which […]

South Suburban College Announces Red Ribbon Week Events

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The South Suburban College (SSC) Office of Student Life & Leadership is hosting several events in recognition of Red Ribbon Week. The following events will be held at […]

Jessica Wagner Exhibition Coming to South Suburban College’s Dorothea Thiel Gallery

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to present a collection of artworks by Jessica Ann Wagner titled “Goddess Guide Us – Divine Feminine […]

South Suburban College to Host Sustainability Month Events

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The South Suburban College (SSC) Sustainability Committee is hosting a wide range of events in recognition of National Sustainability Month. The SSC Sustainability Committee was established in 2011 […]

Breakfast with BCI Presents: Taking the Fear Out of Sustainability

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The South Suburban College Business & Career Institute (BCI) presents a Breakfast with BCI Workshop titled Taking the Fear Out of Sustainability on Thursday, October 31, 2019, from […]

Drawings by Chicago Artist Mike Benedetto on Display in South Suburban College’s Dulgar Gallery

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– The South Suburban College Art & Design Department present an exhibition of drawings by artist Mike Benedetto in the Dulgar Gallery through the closing Artist Reception on […]

Open Auditions for Cinderella Coming to SSC Stage

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – The Children’s Theatre Company of South Suburban College announces auditions for its annual play for young audiences. This year’s offering will be Michele L. Vacca’s “Cinderella.” […]

Court Reporting Program Open House and Free Evening Class “Intro to Steno Machine Shorthand” Coming to Oak Forest Center

OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting a Court Reporting Open House on Wednesday, October 23rd from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. in Room 5190 of the college’s Oak Forest […]

South Suburban College Earns Maximum 10-Year Reaccreditation from Higher Learning Commission

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL – South Suburban College officially received its full accreditation for the maximum period of ten years from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). Ron Kawanna, Associate Vice President […]

Leadership and Winter Preparedness/Snow and Ice Conference Coming to South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–South Suburban College is presenting a Leadership and Winter Preparedness/Snow and Ice Conference designed for public works directors, supervisors and operators as well as commercial snow removal contractors […]

South Suburban College Fall 2019 Music Calendar of Events

Please note: This calendar is correct at the time of publication and is subject to change. All events are held in the Kindig Performing Arts Center (PAC) on SSC’s Main […]

Genaro Palacios Exhibition “Textures of the World” on Display at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to announce a special guest artist exhibition titled “Textures of the World,” photographs by artist Genaro Palacios […]

Forklift Operator Training Coming to Oak Forest Center

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute is offering Forklift Operator Training on three separate sessions in October at the Oak Forest Center. This certification course covers […]

PAC Rats Theatre Company Presents Spinoff at South Suburban College

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Stolen money, passports, travel brochures and identical briefcases… perfect ingredients for a recipe of confusion, mayhem and laughter come to South Suburban College’s Kindig Performing Arts Center. […]

It’s Not Too Late to Register for Fall – Late Start Classes Coming to South Suburban College September 16th

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–Registration for the Fall Semester at South Suburban College is still in progress for a wide range of late start classes. Current and prospective students are encouraged to […]

Registration is Open for Non-Credit Classes at South Suburban College

Michele Norman Exhibition Coming to South Suburban College’s Dorothea Thiel Gallery

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College is pleased to present a solo exhibition entitled “What Beauty Has Given Me: Michele Norman.” The exhibition will be […]

Free GED/HSE and English as a Second Language Classes Offered Through South Suburban College in South Holland, Oak Forest and Riverdale

South Suburban College’s Coding Specialist Program Opens Enrollment for Both Fall and Spring

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– South Suburban College’s Coding Specialist Program is now offering a dual enrollment cycle for the fall and spring semesters. New students will be able to take prerequisites […]

South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute Presents a Fork Lift Operator Training Course This August

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College is offering two one-day Fork Lift Operator Training courses on Saturdays August 17th and August 24th from 9:00 […]

South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute Presents Electrical Safety/Arc-Flash Employee & Supervisor Training

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College present a 4-hour course titled Electrical Safety/Arc-Flash Electrically Unqualified Employee & Supervisor Training on Monday, August 19th from […]

South Suburban College’s Business & Career Institute presents “Understanding Trauma in the Workplace”

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Business & Career Institute (BCI) of South Suburban College present a half-day conference titled “Understanding Trauma in the Workplace” on Thursday, August 29th from 7:30 a.m. – […]

Register Now for Fall Classes at South Suburban College

A Free Class is available to qualified applicants during the fall term. SOUTH HOLLAND, IL– Fall Registration is in progress at South Suburban College (SSC). The 2019 Fall Semester begins […]

Golf Outing to Support South Suburban College Bulldogs Baseball Program Coming to Lincolnshire September 20th

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The 2019 South Suburban College Baseball Team is hosting its 14th Annual Bulldog Baseball Golf Outing to raise funds for athletic equipment and travel costs for nationwide tournaments. […]

South Suburban College President Dr. Lynette Stokes to Receive Ignitor Award

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—South Suburban College (SSC) president, Lynette D. Stokes, Ed.D., is being selected as one of five honorees for the 2019 Ignitor Award from the Professional Women’s Network (PWN). […]

Free Highway Construction Careers Training Program Coming to Oak Forest This Fall

OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College is preparing for the next session of its free Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP) this fall at the Oak Forest Center. Orientation and Assessment […]

Court Reporting Program Open House Coming to Oak Forest

OAK FOREST, IL–South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting a Court Reporting Open House on Thursday, July 25, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., in Room 5190 of the college’s Oak Forest […]

ICCTA’S Monaghan Presents Service Award to South Suburban College Trustees DeFilippo and Daly, Receives Honorary Degree

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–The Executive Director of the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Mike Monaghan made a special trip to the June Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of […]

South Suburban College Plants Garden for Pollinators

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL–This spring, 17 South Suburban College staff, Green Club students and their families gathered together to kick off the college’s community garden clean up and to plant a […]

Business & Career Institute to Host Non-Credit Instructor Open House at South Suburban College’s Oak Forest Center on July 23rd – UPDATED

OAK FOREST, IL– South Suburban College’s Business and Career Institute (BCI) is hosting a Non-Credit Instructor Open House on Tuesday, July 23, from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the college’s […]