ECC to Host Public Forums on Levy Proposition

March 18, 2024
East Central College is organizing a series of public forums to offer residents the opportunity to stay informed and ask questions about Proposition ECC. These forums will delve into the details of the tax levy transfer and its benefits for both the community and the College. The plan includes six in-person public forums in communities… View Article

College’s CWD Sponsors First IT Apprenticeship

February 23, 2024
The first Information Technology-focused apprenticeship was recently completed through a partnership between East Central College’s Center for Workforce Development (CWD) and WEG Transformers USA. Erick Voss, a network and computer systems administrator at WEG, successfully finished a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Registered Apprenticeship program tailored to IT positions, marking the first of its kind… View Article

College Seeks Sponsors, Vendors for Senior Expo and Health Fair

February 7, 2024
East Central College is preparing for its 16th Senior Expo and Health Fair and is seeking sponsors and vendors for the annual event. The Senior Expo and Health Fair will be Wednesday, May 15, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Donald Shook Student Center. This free event will feature many local vendors. The purpose… View Article

Annual MLK Celebration to be Held at ECC on January 21

January 18, 2024
The annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, hosted by Neighbors United — Undoing Racism in conjunction with the ECC Film and Lecture Series, will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 21, at East Central College in Union. The free event will take place in the John Edson Anglin Performing Arts Center and is… View Article

ECC Hosting 2024-25 Financial Aid Workshops

January 11, 2024
East Central College’s financial aid department will hold a series of workshops aimed at assisting students in completing the 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The workshops will take place in Buescher Hall, Union, room 182, from 5-6:30 p.m. on the following dates: Tuesday, Jan. 16 Wednesday, Jan. 24 Tuesday, Jan. 30 Tuesday,… View Article

Foundation Seeks Outstanding ECC Alumni Nominations

January 8, 2024
The East Central College Foundation is on the lookout for exceptional alumni who have left a lasting impact on their communities and beyond. Nominations are now open for the 2024 Outstanding Alumni Award, a prestigious recognition reserved for those who have demonstrated outstanding commitment and leadership. Nominees must have completed a college credit course at… View Article

ECC LPN to RN Bridge Students Recognized With Awards

December 15, 2023
Three East Central College Rolla nursing graduates were recognized for outstanding work in clinicals and in the classroom. Kathrine Crider, Jessica Veloz and Brianna Courtney each were recognized Dec. 12 during a pinning ceremony for LPN to RN Bridge graduates. There were 11 nursing graduates taking part in the pinning ceremony, which is held to… View Article

ECC Awarded Funds for Career Training & Apprenticeships

December 11, 2023
East Central College has been awarded funds aimed at reducing training costs for individuals entering apprenticeships or enrolling in career-ready programs. Those who qualify for programs could be eligible to receive up to $1,000 to cover the expenses associated with their training or courses. These funds are applicable to both pre-apprenticeship programs and Department of… View Article

SkillUp Information Sessions for SNAP Recipients

December 1, 2023
East Central College will be hosting information sessions for SNAP (food stamp) recipients to learn more about the opportunity to receive an education for free. The sessions will be held Dec. 12-14 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Washington Job Center, 1108 Washington Square Center. Eligible SNAP recipients will be able to use… View Article

Tuition Available for Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Students

November 29, 2023
The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is providing East Central College with funding to offset 90 percent of the program costs for students looking to complete the Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) program at the College. Interested students need to be 18 years of age and employable. Eligible students will be required to… View Article