#InspiringExcellence – Leigh Kolb Named Outstanding Young Professional

September 6, 2018
Each year, fifteen individuals are selected as Outstanding Young Professionals by the Washington Area Chamber of Commerce, and we are proud to announce Leigh Kolb made the list in 2018! “I’m in awe,” said the East Central College Assistant Professor of English and Journalism. “It is such an honor and privilege.” The award is designed… View Article

Friends of Library Book Sale – September 10-13

August 15, 2018
ECC is holding its annual “Friends of the Library Book Sale” on September 10-12 from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and September 13 from 7:30 a.m. – noon in Union. The sale helps raise funds for college activities and provides affordable reading options for the public. Rather than paying full price for a used book… View Article

Summer Learning Academy Thrives in First Year

August 7, 2018
This summer, Samuel Getchman kept busy. He designed a video game, solved a forensic mystery and escaped a vault. “I wanted to be able to express my creativity,” he said, “I like exploring. I like expanding my mind.” He was able to do all three at East Central College’s Summer Learning Academy. Facilitated by Community… View Article

East Central College Awarded National Endowment for the Arts Grant

August 1, 2018
East Central College is proud to announce it has received an Arts Engagement in American Communities (AEAC) grant from the National Endowment for the Arts! The $10,000 matching grant will help support the annual concert series in the John Anglin Performing Arts Center for the 2018-2019 school year. “We are proud to host world-renowned acts… View Article

New Student Orientations

July 19, 2018
It’s time to get ready for the Fall 2018 Semester! At New Student Orientation, you will learn about student rights and responsibilities, campus safety, financial aid, instructional technology and campus life. Each session is held in the Health and Science Building. Check-in starts 30 minutes before each session in the lobby. New Student Orientations: Thursday,… View Article

Mercy Provides Space for ECC English Language Classes

July 17, 2018
Mercy Clinic Four Rivers in Washington is donating classroom space for the Adult Education and Literacy program at East Central College to teach English language acquisition classes. The classes provide students with a working knowledge of English in preparation for citizenship tests, the workplace, additional education, and daily living. “We know there are groups of… View Article

East Central College Receives Grant for Community-Focused Greenhouse

July 17, 2018
Students in the East Central College Culinary Arts Program won’t just learn how to prepare and cook food, but they will soon learn how to grow it as well. Thanks to a $70,000 grant from the USDA Rural Development Program, a greenhouse will be constructed on the Union campus. “This greenhouse will strengthen the Culinary… View Article

Theatre Alumni Cast Party July 21

June 29, 2018
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of East Central College, we invite all theatre alumni to our Biggest Cast Party Ever following the 2 p.m. production of “Life Could Be A Dream” on July 21. Enjoy free concessions during the show and stay for a pizza party following the show! Please RSVP for this event…. View Article