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Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Transitions from Lettering to Color-Coded Parking System

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ has significantly enhanced its campus parking system. The system will move from a traditional lettering system to a more intuitive color-coded system. This change is designed to simplify parking for students, staff, and visitors, making locating and navigating parking areas across the campus easier. The new color-coded system will categorize parking […]

Timing is Everything: With Southern Illinois Tourism on the Rise, the New Hospitality Management Program at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is Starting at the Perfect Time

With construction underway at a new sports complex in Marion, southern Illinois will soon experience a surge in tourism, and Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is poised to make a significant impact with the launch of its new Hospitality Management program.

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Announces Fall 2024 Enrollment and Credit Hour Increase

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥’s tenth-day enrollment shows a notable increase for the fall 2024 semester. The College has achieved a 2.8 percent rise in headcount and a 3.1 percent increase in credit hours compared to the previous year. This marks a substantial 8.6 percent growth in overall enrollment since 2021, underscoring the institution’s commitment to […]

I Will Never Forget Her Name: How an Academic Advisor Took Âé¶¹Ö±²¥â€™s Kirk Overstreet from Construction Site to the President’s Office

In an inspiring journey from the construction site to the president’s office, Dr. Kirk Overstreet’s rise to become the president of Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is a testament to the transformative power of mentorship and education. Central to Overstreet’s story is the pivotal role of his academic advisor.

Pardon Our Dust: Several Construction Projects Underway or Set to Get Underway Soon at Âé¶¹Ö±²¥Â 

Students, faculty, staff, and visitors to Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ should brace themselves for exciting changes as the college embarks on several major construction projects over the coming months.

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Set to Unveil New Mascot, Seeks Community Input in Selecting a Name

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is excited to announce the selection of a new mascot that pays homage to its distinguished namesake, General Âé¶¹Ö±²¥. Logan.

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Announces Contract Extensions for the Provost and the VP For Business Services

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ is pleased to announce the extension of contracts for Provost Dr. Stephanie Chaney Hartford and Vice President of Business Services and CFO Dr. Susanne LaPanne, effective immediately.

Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ to Host High School Theater Production, Quilt Show, and Orchestra Concert Weekend of July 27 and 28

The Campus of Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ will be bustling with activities the weekend of July 27 and 28, highlighted by the All-Southern Illinois High School Theater Project’s (ASHSTP) production of “Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR.”

The 2024 All Southern High School Theater Project (ASHSTP) Announces The Box Office is Open!

Artspace 304 and Âé¶¹Ö±²¥ Logan College are thrilled to present the 29th season of ASHSTP. After a two-week drama camp of intensive dance, music, and acting training, high school students from Southern Illinois began rehearsals on July 1 for Schoolhouse Rock, Live! JR, a perennial favorite of all ages. Performances are July 25-28 and Aug 1-3 at the […]

Confidence in Community Colleges Surges Amid Economic Concerns

A recent article by Gallup stated that confidence in community colleges has surpassed that in four-year universities. The Lumina Foundation and Gallup survey states that Americans express greater confidence in community colleges than in four-year colleges and universities on each of seven aspects of higher education, including affordability, quality, and the student experience. According to […]