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Finals Week Math Sessions

April 28, 2019
The Learning Center Math Specialists and tutors will be hosting its traditional final exams mathematics review sessions on May 3, May 6 and May 7. Specialists will use the math department practice tests to help students study for their finals. The scheduled workshops are listed below: Fundamental Concepts in Math College Algebra Intro to Algebra… View Article

East Central College Precision Machining Program Earns Full Reaccreditation

April 26, 2019
The National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) has awarded the East Central College Precision Machining Program full reaccreditation. NIMS develops skills standards for the industry, certifies individual skills against the standards and accredits training programs that meet NIMS quality requirements. “The NIMS representative was very complimentary of our classroom and lab learning environments, the curriculum,… View Article

2019 Senior Expo and Health Fair – May 17

April 24, 2019
East Central College is excited for the 14th Annual Senior Expo and Health Fair on Friday, May 17 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. in the Donald Shook Student Center! Join us for this free event as we welcome more than 50 local vendors. People 55+ can get free health screenings, listen to speakers on… View Article

After 20 Years, A Scuba Instructor Heads Back to College

April 24, 2019
Labadie, Missouri isn’t known for its vast opportunities to scuba dive. That didn’t stop James Johnson from pursuing it anyway. “When I learned to dive it changed not only my perspective of the world, but it also changed my outlook on life,” he said. “I enjoy diving so much I became a scuba instructor. I… View Article

Center for Workforce Development Hosts Talent Fair – April 30

April 23, 2019
The Center for Workforce Development (CWD) at East Central College is hosting an event to recruit talented community members to assist the department with providing workforce training programs. A talent fair will be held Tuesday, April 30 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. at the Business and Industry Center, 42 Prairie Dell Plaza Drive in… View Article

Sign Up For ECC Beautification Day on April 26 for Month of Service

April 22, 2019
Make a difference in the month of April and join our cause! We are challenging our campus to participate in at least one service project during the month of April. East Central College has partnered with several local agencies and community groups to expand volunteer site offerings. 2019 Volunteer Opportunities: Cedarcrest Manor Robertsville State Park… View Article

2019 AEL Graduation Ceremony Speaker Announced

April 15, 2019
East Central College is proud to announce Dr. David Chalk will serve as the speaker for the Adult Education and Literacy Graduation Ceremony on May 11, 2019. Dr. Chalk is president of Mercy Clinic Four Rivers, where he oversees 40 clinics in 14 local towns.  Dr. Chalk is also an orthopedic surgeon with the group,… View Article

Three for Free Summer Scholarship Program

April 9, 2019
East Central College invites the classes of 2020 and 2021 to take a tuition-free summer course! The Three for Free initiative is available for students who have a 3.0 cumulative high school grade point average or higher. “Students are allowed to take any course tuition free,” said Heath Martin, vice president of student development. “It… View Article

East Central College Hires Director of Early College Programs

April 4, 2019
East Central College is taking steps to strengthen its early college programs at area high schools. At the April 1 Board of Trustees meeting, Megen Poytner was approved as the new Director of Early College Programs. The position, formerly known as the Director of Dual Credit and College Readiness, will coordinate, develop and maintain dual… View Article