Event Calendar

Grab a snack and join the advising staff for an informal back-to-campus reception! Learn more about how your advisor can help you from mapping a course schedule to finding your transfer school. … read more

Join the Clarence Mitchell Library for "New Philadelphia, IL: Let America Be America Again" with speakers Gerald McWorter and Kate Williams-McWorter. The Black History Month presentation will … read more

Sit down with a representative from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville and plan your future after Highland! read more

As scheduled in the academic calendar, Highland Community College is closed in observance of Abraham Lincoln's birthday read more

Registration for summer 2022 courses opens. Check out course listings here read more

Sit down with a representative from Iowa State University and plan your future after Highland! read more

Highland is hosting a vaccine and booster clinic including Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines and boosters. Walk-ins are welcome! Schedule your appointment here. Learn … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Join the Clarence Mitchell Library, Theatre Department, and Highland Diversity Committee to celebrate contributions black poets have made, and continue to make, to the art of poetry. We invite you … read more

Meet virtually with more than 25 colleges from across the state! Get the Zoom™ link here. Participating Institutions Aurora University Blackburn CollegeColumbia College ChicagoDeVry … read more

Join the Highland Concert Band for a recital of small and large chamber ensembles read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Join the Women in Science Club for a screening of "Picture a Scientist," highlighting gender inequality from the perspective of three female scientists. Please RSVP to … read more

Sit down with a representative from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join us to de-stress and celebrate making it to midterms with snacks, fidgets, and fun! read more

Join the Death and Dying (SOCI 174) class for a discussion of death with no agenda, objectives, or themes. The purpose of a Death Café is to increase awareness of death and help participants make the … read more

Highland is hosting a vaccine and booster clinic including Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines and boosters. Walk-ins are welcome! Schedule your appointment here. Learn … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

As part of Women's History Month, join the Highland Diversity Committee and Pride Club for a memorial reading of the works of feminist scholar bell hooks. Attendees are welcome to bring one of hooks' … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Sit down with a representative from the Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join the Highland Speech and Debate Team over Zoom for a sampling of our most successful performances as we prepare to head off to nationals! Five team members will give thought-provoking … read more

Global Taskforce Speaker Katherine Kafka Walts will discuss current US anti-trafficking laws, new and promising practices, challenges, and a call for a broader human rights framework to empower … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Learn more about Agriculture at Highland with hands-on workshops and program highlights! We'll also give you a campus tour and talk about registration and scholarships over lunch! Register for the … read more

The Highland Theatre Department and Summerset director are seeking a diverse group of talented singers, dancers, and actors, ages 16 and older. The musical includes numerous adult roles of various … read more

Enjoy the music of 14 cultures sung in 10 original languages while surrounded by the exquisite 19th century stained glass windows of the Grace Episcopal Church chapel. The concert is free and open … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

As part of National Poetry Month, enter the realm of poetry with Illinois Poet LaureateAngela Jackson! Enjoy a poetry reading with some perspective from Jackson onpoetry and her role as the Illinois … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Highland Community College will host speakers Dr. Tim Hoellein, Jodi Anne Flaws, Ph.D, and John W. Scott for discussions on how microplastics enter the environment, the ecological effects of … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Shot of Reality hosts are talking booze! What it is, how it affects our behavior, the laws regarding alcohol consumption, and some of the consequences of overdrinking. Overall, have fun, because this … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Join members of Highland's EARTH Club in their efforts to clean up campus! The club will meet at the Greenhouse attached to the Natural Science Center to get started read more

Join the Highland Big band for a night of music, including “All of Me,” as recorded by the Count Basie Orchestra, “I Got Plenty of Nuttin,” as recorded by the Bill Potts Big Band on “The Jazz Soul of … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Join Women in Science and EARTH Clubs speaker Jennifer Kuroda for a discussion about following her health care career path while fulfilling many roles to support conservation efforts in Illinois. The … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Hear what instrumental and vocal music students have been working toward during the spring semester. Cooper Chapman"Drum Corps on Parade" - John S. PrattElizabeth Lagos"Angels, Ever Bright and … read more

Enjoy the high-energy vocal jazz performances of the Royal Scots featuring the seven-piece Highland Watch band! Selections include “Over the Rainbow” (from The Wizard of Oz), “Therapy” (duet from … read more

Miss the first round of auditions for Summerset 47? Join the Highland Theatre Department and Summerset director for a second round of "Working: A Musical" auditions. We seek a diverse group of … read more

Enjoy an afternoon of song with the Highland Chorale and Youth Choir! The choirs will perform pieces from France, England, Japan, America, and more! The Youth Choir will highlight rock and roll … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

New Horizons Counseling Center Therapist Kelley Munda and a student mentor will be on hand virtually to share 50 minutes to give support, answer questions, give feedback, or just talk! Get the … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Support Organization Advocacy Responsibility (SOAR) Join us for an interactive tour that focuses on resources to help students with disabilities fuel their success as college students. Career … read more

Prepare for fall classes with placement testing, advising, and registration all in one visit! Contact your school counseling staff, email testingcenter@highland.edu, or call 815-599-3680 to join … read more

Join the Clarence Mitchell Library and Highland honors students as they present their spring 2022 honors projects! Get the Zoom™ link here. StudentCourseProject DescriptionPaityn BroshousBIOL … read more

Close out the spring concert season with the Highland Concert Band and Orchestra! Purchase tickets here. The Highland Orchestra will play pieces including, "Selections from The Lord of The … read more

Pick up your cap, gown (steamed), Honors Chords, and PTK Stoles ahead of graduation! read more

After grabbing your cap and gown, swing by the picnic and challenge your friends to a race through the inflatable obstacle course and carnival games. Then fuel up on a free walking taco! You've … read more

Start your summer break ready for fall! Current Highland students can get ahead with advising, placement testing, and registration before finals kick-off! If you can't make it, give us a call at … read more

Learn more about what the Nursing and Allied Health department has to offer! We'll cover the various programs we offer, tour the new Mildred F. Ferguson Simulation Hospital, and sit down with current … read more

Celebrate the class of 2022! Due to the forecast calling for rain and cool temperatures, the ceremony will be held in the gymnasium located in the HCC Sports Complex. Guests should park in lot C … read more

Highland Community College will be closed in observation of Memorial Day read more

Whether you’re interested in pursuing a trade, starting on a 4-year degree, or earning your associate degree, Highland is the right choice for you. Stop in to take a placement test, meet with an … read more

Celebrate Highland's 2022 GED® completers! The ceremony will be live streamed on Highland's Facebook page. Highland Adult Education welcomes speaker Carly Rice. Rice, a GED completer from … read more

Highland Community College will be closed in observance of the Fourth of July read more

Take advantage of extended hours to prepare for the fall semester with advising, placement testing, and registration! Schedule your own registration day by calling 815-599-3573. To help … read more

The fall 2022 semester will be here before you know it! Don't miss out on the classes you want! Knock out advising, placement testing, and registration all in one day! Schedule your own … read more

Relax and enjoy food trucks, games, and prizes before kicking off the fall semester! You'll have a chance to tour campus, meet the team at Highland and get your questions about financial aid, student … read more

Highland Community College presents "Working" the musical for Summerset 47. Based on interviews with actual people, "Working" tells the core truths of what it means to work in contemporary … read more

Highland Community College presents "Working" the musical for Summerset 47. Based on interviews with actual people, "Working" tells the core truths of what it means to work in contemporary … read more

Highland Community College presents "Working" the musical for Summerset 47. Based on interviews with actual people, "Working" tells the core truths of what it means to work in contemporary … read more

Highland Community College presents "Working" the musical for Summerset 47. Based on interviews with actual people, "Working" tells the core truths of what it means to work in contemporary … read more

Fall 2022 classses begin. Check out the schedule here! read more

Highland is closed in observance of Labor Day read more

Join Student Senate to tie-dye a T-shirt! Bring your own item to dye or T-shirts will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis read more

Stay on top this semester with effective study tips and strategies! read more

Dive into all things transfer related including finding the right school, transferable classes and more! read more

Get familiarized with the career development process and how Highland Career Services can lend a hand! Get the Zoom™ link here.Meeting ID: 838 1785 4437Passcode: 912681One tap … read more

Bring your family to campus and enjoy a movie night on the lawn! The event is free and open to the public with a woodfire pizza food truck on site to purchase snacks. Bring your own lawn chairs or … read more

Build your interviewing skills! We'll work on describing yourself to employers and expand on personal qualities and strengths. Get the Zoom™ link here.Meeting ID: 838 1785 4437Passcode: 912681One … read more

Learn test-taking strategies, how to study and general test-taking tips. Get the Zoom™ link here.Meeting ID: 838 1785 4437Passcode: 912681One tap mobile+13126266799,,83817854437# US … read more

EHighland students can enjoy free food, play games and check out on-campus clubs and organizations! Don't forget to show your school spirit; wear your Highland gear! read more

Learn the difference between good stress and bad stress and how to better handle life's stresses read more

Wondering what happens if you don’t make the grade? If you receive financial aid, you signed the Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Learn more about the policy and how it affects … read more

Grab some donuts, coffee, or tea and enjoy the show! The Hook up is a comedy improv show that will have you laughing until your stomach hurts! read more

Check out everything Highland has to offer from student activities and clubs to campus resources that can make all the difference in your time on campus! Get the Zoom™ link here.Meeting ID: 838 … read more

Join Highland Agriculture for a five-course meal made with local ingredients! Proceeds support the Highland Agriculture program at 100% 5 p.m. Social Hour6 p.m. Dinner 2022 … read more

Grab a bowl of ice cream or a root beer float, challenge your friends to a board game, and hang out! read more

Join the Clarence Mitchell Library for Banned Books Challenge and Constitution Day speaker Dr. Emily Knox. Knox will discuss how the individual right to freedom of expression intersects with … read more

Sit down with a representative from Rockford University and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join the Earth Club for a campus clean-up, weather permitting! Some bags and gloves will be available outside the Natural Science Greenhouse behind building N, along with a map of areas that need to … read more

Sit down with a representative from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join library staff Michael Skwara and Laura Watson for a Banned Books Challenge discussion of "Working" by Studs Terkel. We'll listen to excerpts from the book and dive into why it was … read more

Join library staff Michael Skwara and Laura Watson for a Banned Books Challenge discussion of "Working" by Studs Terkel. We'll listen to excerpts from the book and dive into why it was … read more

Sit down with a representative from George Williams College and plan your future after Highland! read more

Highland Community College is closed in observance of Columbus Day read more

Join Katie and Carlos, outspoken poets, as they bring light to a heavy topic. Katie is a strong advocate for the LGBTQ community and Carlos is a slam poetry champion who travels to share a message … read more

Re-charge and de-stress with snacks, fun and fidgets to celebrate your hard work at midterms! read more

As we recognize Disability Employment Awareness and Latinx Heritage months, join speaker Pascuala Herrera for a discussion of her life experiences sharing these and other intersecting identities … read more

All fall graduates MUST complete and return this form with a $30 fee to Enrollment Services Find the form here read more

Registration for the spring 2023 semester opens October 17. Check out course offerings here read more

Sit down with a representative from Western Illinois University and plan your future after Highland! read more

Meet with representatives of colleges and universities from across the Midwest and plan your future after Highland! Participating Institutions Augustana CollegeAurora UniversityBeloit … read more

Join us for an afternoon of Broadway and movie music, old and new! Purchase tickets here. Chamber Singers and Royal Scots "I Can’t Give You Anything But Love" from "Blackbirds of 1928" - … read more

Join Highland's Rachel Feldhaus and Kate Perkins for a Banned Books Challenge discussion of "Gender Queer" by Maia Kobabe. We'll discuss the memoir and why it has been the most challenged book in the … read more

Sit down with a representative from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville and plan your future after Highland! read more

Sit down with a representative from Rockford University and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join Highland's Rachel Feldhaus and Kate Perkins for a Banned Books Challenge discussion of "Gender Queer" by Maia Kobabe. We'll discuss the memoir and why it has been the most challenged book in the … read more

Put on your Halloween costume and join Student Senate for a night of spooky fun! Ghost hunting equiptment will be provided, but you ar welcome to bring your own! RSVP to stacey.moore@highland.edu. … read more

Enjoy pop, classical and original music performed by the Highland Community College Concert Band! Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors and $5 for students. Purchase tickets here. Under … read more

Learn more about the upcoming career fair including what to expect and which employers you'll see! Follow the Highland Community College Instagram page here read more

The State of Illinois has designated Tuesday, November 8 as a State holiday in 2022. Highland Community College will be closed in observance of Election Day read more

Check out area opportunities at the Career Fair! A variety of employers from the stateline will be on hand to discuss your future! Community members are welcome to attend both days. Participating … read more

Check out area opportunities at the Career Fair! A variety of employers from the stateline will be on hand to discuss your future! Community members are welcome to attend both days. Participating … read more

The early childhood education community is invited to learn more about programs and resources. Take your professional experience to the next level! Participating PartnersHighland Community … read more

Enjoy the music of the Highland Community College's Orchestra! read more

Join Ojibwa speaker Kim Sigafus for her presentation, Journeying Through the American Indian Way of Life. She will discuss Native traditions and the culture of Illinois tribes prior to the Indian … read more

Sit down with a representative from the University of Wisconsin - Platteville and plan your future after Highland! read more

Join the Highland Big Band for an evening of phenomenal jazz read more

End the semester ready for spring! Current Highland students can get ahead with advising, placement testing and registration before finals and winter break. If you can't make it, give us a call at … read more

End the semester ready for spring! Current Highland students can get ahead with advising, placement testing and registration before finals and winter break. If you can't make it, give us a call at … read more

End the semester ready for spring! Current Highland students can get ahead with advising, placement testing and registration before finals and winter break. If you can’t make it, give us a call … read more

Join Highland's Juliet Moderow and Brian Moore for a discussion of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time" by Mark Haddon. Get the Zoom™ link here. Despite his overwhelming fear of … read more

Join Highland’s Juliet Moderow and Brian Moore for a discussion of “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” by Mark Haddon. Get the Zoom™ link here. Despite his overwhelming fear of … read more

Step into Renaissance England and enjoy madrigals and traditional seasonal songs over dinner with the king and queen! $45 full dinner, $26 wassail and dessert only. Seating begins at 6:30 … read more

Step into Renaissance England and enjoy madrigals and traditional seasonal songs over dinner with the king and queen! $45 full dinner, $26 wassail and dessert only. Seating begins at 6:30 … read more

Get festive and enjoy seasonal favorites with the Highland choral groups. Youth ChoirSing, Noel, Noel - Albrecht & AlthouseO Come, O Come, Emmanuel Traditional - arr. Paul Jennings     Christmas … read more

Join Highland Agriculture for a day of networking and hands-on activities! Highland and high school students will have the opportunity to sit down with area agriculture employers for networking and … read more

Join the Clarence Mitchell Library and Highland honors students as they present their fall 2022 honors projects! Get the Zoom™ link here. StudentCourseProject DescriptionMatthew CoulsonGEOL … read more

Take in seasonal music as performed by Highland's Concert Band and Orchestra. The concert band, under the direction of Scott Stich, will be playing many traditional Christmas Carols — plus a … read more

Prepare for the spring semester during a special Saturday event! We'll guide you through same-day advising, placement tests and registration! If you can’t make it, give us a call … read more

Join Student Activities for an illuminated mini golf course, glow sticks and photo booth! Highland students only read more

Join the Highland Speech and Debate Team for its fall showcase featuring performances by award-winning team members. Performances will include: A comedic speech on the dangers of our obsession … read more

Ready to start fresh in 2023? Spring classes kick off Jan. 17. We'll guide you through same-day advising, placement tests and registration so you're ready! If you can’t make it, give us a call … read more

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Check out the spring schedule here! read more

Play carnival games, win prizes and grab some treats! Highland students only read more

Sit down with a representative from the Crossroads Leadership College and plan your future after Highland! read more

Meet with clubs and organizations and learn about resources available to you with Highland faculty and staff. Project Succeed's Winterfest invites you to get connected with Highland and your … read more

Discover your career path or learn about the steps you can take to be successful in your career. Resumes, cover letters, and job shadowing will be covered. Project Succeed's Winterfest invites you … read more

Artwork created by Highland students and community members will be on display. All work must be hand-delivered on this date. If this date is inconvenient, arrangements can be made for early … read more

Meet with 4-year college and university representatives and start thinking about your next step after Highland. Colleges Attending:Loras CollegeUniversity of Illinois - ChicagoUniversity of … read more

Anyone ages 7 to 18 is welcome to audition for Highland Community College's Summerset 48 production of "Matilda the Musical." No prepared monologues or songs are needed to audition. Please wear … read more

Celebrate Black History Month with African-American children’s illustrated literature featuring art produced for book illustrations. Telling A People’s Story: African-American Children’s Illustrated … read more

Celebrate Black History Month with African-American children’s illustrated literature featuring art produced for book illustrations. Telling A People’s Story: African-American Children’s Illustrated … read more

As scheduled in the academic calendar, Highland Community College is closed in observance of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday read more

Hit the slopes while Highland is closed for Lincoln's birthday! Students can take part in the trip at half price: Lift ticket $20Lift & rental $30 Guests can take part in the trip at special … read more

Join us for a field trip to the Argonne National Laboratory! The Argonne Tandem Linac Accelerator System (ATLAS) is the world’s first superconducting linear accelerator for heavy ions at energies … read more

Artwork created by Highland students and community members will be on display. Gallery opening reception: Feb. 15, 4:30 - 6 p.m. Awards at 5:30 p.m. Art submission deadline: Feb. 1. Find … read more

Enjoy the gallery opening with lite refreshments. Awards will be presented at 5:30 p.m. Learn more about submitting art here read more