47th Annual Spring Commencement a Success

May 22, 2017
The 47th Annual Spring Commencement was held at East Central College on May 20. The class of 2017 included nearly 500 candidates for graduation. Zora Mulligan, Commissioner of Higher Education, delivered the key note address at the ceremony. “It would be very hard for me to stand up here and tell you my story without… View Article

Audrey Freitag Named East Central College Outstanding Alumni in 2017

May 20, 2017
It’s hard to find a corner of the New Haven community Audrey Freitag hasn’t touched. During the week, she’s often spotted at the senior center helping serve meals. On the weekends, you might see her volunteering at a local church serving meals to people in the community at the “Friendship Plate.” Not only is she… View Article

Zora Mulligan to Speak at 47th Annual Spring Commencement

May 15, 2017
Zora Mulligan will speak at the 47th Annual East Central College Spring Commencement on Saturday, May 20. Mulligan was appointed Commissioner of Higher Education by the Coordinating Board for Higher Education in August 2016. “We are very excited to have Commissioner Mulligan at commencement this year,” said East Central College President Dr. Jon Bauer. “Zora… View Article

Student Literary and Art Review Now on Sale!

May 10, 2017
The end of another academic year is upon us! To help students, staff and faculty reflect upon the year, several departments come together to publish the annual literary and art review. Titled “Works of Prey,” this year’s edition features poetry, art, fiction, non-fiction, research and photography by East Central College students. It also includes winners… View Article

East Central College NEA Honors Local Teachers Making a Difference

May 9, 2017
Educators have a profound effect on students in many capacities. However, they aren’t always thanked for their hard work and dedication. “I sometimes assign students to write about their educational experiences,” said East Central College English Instructor Sue Henderson. “In conversations we have about their papers, students often mention teachers who have had a positive… View Article

Three Named “Faculty Emeritus” at Board Meeting

May 9, 2017
Thomas Dill, Vincent Niehaus and Kathleen Rust have been named Faculty Emeritus by the East Central College Board of Trustees. The designation is an academic tradition intended to recognize the lasting impact of outstanding members of the faculty. “The faculty being recommended represent an important part of the East Central College story,” said Dr. Robert… View Article

Whalen Named Adult Education and Literacy Advocacy Group President-Elect

May 3, 2017
East Central College Adult Education and Literacy Director Alice Whalen has been named President-Elect of the Missouri Adult Education and Literacy Administrator’s Association (MAELAA). The statewide network of Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) Program Directors is dedicated to the advancement of adult education through high-quality services and professionalism in the field. “Nearly 750,000 people ages… View Article

ECC Art and Design Student Exhibition Reception Rescheduled

May 3, 2017
Each year, East Central College ends the school year by visiting a showcase of works by its art students.  Chosen from numerous entries, the works in the show were selected because of their quality and the ideas engaged in the work. The reception has been rescheduled for May 10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Come join us… View Article

ECC Open Wednesday, May 3

May 2, 2017
Classes will be in session Wednesday, May 3 at all locations. Any student or employee unable to reach campus due to flooding needs to contact his or her faculty/supervisor about an absence. A student will not be penalized for missing class tomorrow due to the flooding emergency. The safety of our students and staff are… View Article

Community Colleges Uncover the Problems with Missouri’s Workforce

April 27, 2017
A report released on April 27 by the Missouri Community College Association outlined three problems with Missouri’s workforce and highlighted several ongoing efforts to address these issues. The report listed supply and demand gaps for key industries, the availability of middle-skill workers, and the availability of adequate soft skills as the top three gaps in… View Article