East Central College Foundation Awards Mini-Grants

December 19, 2017
Each year, the East Central College Foundation awards mini-grants to scholastic departments and programs through The Albert C. Buescher Memorial. In 2017, seven awards were given to help support various initiatives. The Learning Center was awarded a mini-grant to implement online math and science tutoring through the purchase of Boogie Board Sync. “This e-writer can… View Article

Education Instructor Receives Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award

December 19, 2017
There is no formula for a “perfect teacher.” It’s a message East Central College Education Instructor Greg Stotler delivers to his students every semester. “As teachers, we strive to be the best we can and know our limitations,” he explained. “Flexibility is key.  No class is the same. Teaching takes a tremendous amount of skill… View Article

Student Artwork to Appear in New York City Art Gallery

December 4, 2017
Seven East Central College students will soon have their artwork displayed in a New York City art gallery. “Any time our students can show work it is important,” said Adam Watkins, fine and performing arts program coordinator. “It is exposure on one hand and a resume builder on the other.” It is part of the… View Article

Board of Trustees Election Set for April 3, 2018

December 4, 2017
Two trustees for the East Central College Board of Trustees will be elected on April 3, 2018, for terms of six years each. One trustee shall be elected from sub-district one, which includes the school districts of Crawford County R-1 (Bourbon), Sullivan C-2, Strain-Japan R-16, Spring Bluff R-15, Franklin County R-2, New Haven, and the… View Article

Finals Week Information for Students

November 27, 2017
Finals week is around the corner! The Learning Center and Testing Center in Union are extending their hours to give students more opportunities to study and take exams! December 9 – 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. December 11-14 – 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. December 15 –  7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. December 16 – … View Article

Join us for Adult Learner Night on December 7

November 20, 2017
East Central College serves a diverse population that reflects our entire community, throughout all life stages. Nearly 25 percent of our students are non-traditional, adult learners! Whether you are going to college for the first time as an adult or returning to college after a long absence, East Central College wants to help. Join us… View Article

Free Textbook Giveaway Winner!

November 17, 2017
After high school, Michael Davis started a career in construction. “It just wasn’t for me,” Davis explained. So, he started working in hardware retail. “I figured I would work my way up to management,” he said, “but I wasn’t very happy at that job either.” Davis was missing something in his life. He wanted a… View Article