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CATALOG 2018-2019 Rend Lake College 468 N Ken Gray Pkwy Ina, IL 62846 www.rlc.edu Telephone 618.437.5321 Toll-free (In-district only) 1.800.369.5321 Fax 618.437.5677 ESTABLISHED 1967 (Originally founded – Mt. Vernon Community College, 1955) ACCREDITATION Rend Lake College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission The college has been accredited by HLC since 1969. Higher Learning Commission Phone 312.263.0456 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Toll-free 800.621.7440 Chicago, IL 60604-1411 Fax 312.263.7462 https://www.hlcommission.org [email protected] APPROVAL Illinois Community College Board Illinois Board of Higher Education Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation Published by the Board of Trustees, Community College District 521 / January, 2018 NON-DISCRIMINATION The commitment of Rend Lake College to the most Inquiries may be directed thusly: fundamental principles of academic freedom, equality of • From students & staff: opportunity and human dignity requires that decisions Kim Rogers, Affirmative Action Officer involving students and employees be based on merit and be Administration Building, Room 138 – Ext. 1201 free from discrimination in all its forms. Rend Lake College does not engage in discrimination or harassment, or tolerate and / or discrimination or harassment, against any person because Chad Copple, Affirmative Action Officer of the following protected categories: race, color, religion, Administration Building, Room 118 – Ext. 1237 sex, pregnancy, disability, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, • Re: Americans with Disabilities Act marital status, sexual orientation including gender identity, Susan Cunningham, Section 504 Coordinator / Title II arrest record status, military status, and unfavorable discharge North Oasis, Room 130 – Ext. 1204 from military service. • Title IX Discrimination is prohibited in all contexts at Rend Lake Chad Copple, Title IX Compliance Officer College, including but not limited to the following matters: Administration Building, Room 118 – Ext. 1237 recruitment, testing, hiring, compensation, assignments and Angie Kistner, Deputy Title IX Compliance Officer promotions, training and development opportunities, leave, Administration Building, Room 163 – Ext. 1221 performance evaluations and access to services or facilities, and access to educational programs and activities, including Lisa Price, Deputy Title IX Compliance Officer career technical programs / courses. Information about CTE Administration Building, Room 110 – Ext. 1205 program offerings and admission requirements is available at Mailing Address: www.rlc.edu/programs-degrees. Rend Lake College, 468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL 62846 Individuals alleging violation of the policies regarding discrimination, harassment and / or sexual assault should Complaints alternatively may be filed directly with the Office of immediately contact the Rend Lake College Police Department Civil Rights at www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html. at 618.525.1911. COLLEGE MISSION WHO WE SERVE Student-centered colleges are best defined by who they serve. MISSION An understanding of the distinctiveness of our College’s student The mission statement is the essential purpose of the college from which population allows us to effectively meet the goals of our programs and all college activities originate: succeed in our mission. Rend Lake College provides educational opportunities across cultural Diversity of Culture and economic boundaries to the diverse student population we serve. We are committed to our students’ success in achieving their Traditionally, Rend Lake College can be characterized as serving a educational goals and to meeting our community-focused program relatively homogenous, rural, small-town culture. This population’s objectives. With Rend Lake College, student journeys start here. cultural distinctiveness is centered on age and socioeconomic status more than diverse ethnic origin. As global connectivity broadens, so Value Statement: too do Rend Lake College’s program offerings. We continue to serve groups with diverse characteristics, such as: In serving our students and community, we strive to be student- focused, authentic, and resourceful. • Age • Disability • Gender • National origin • Race/ethnicity • Religion INSTITUTIONAL OUTCOMES • Socioeconomic status • Special populations Rend Lake College has adopted four essential learner outcomes, fundamental learning objectives embedded in every program of study, Diversity of Purpose that all degree-completing students should be able to demonstrate. Rend Lake College provides general, transfer, and career technical They are as follows: education to both traditional and non-traditional students through the use of reciprocal agreements; regional, state, and national education Critical Thinking: Demonstrate the ability to think in a self-directed, programs; dual-credit high school classes; and the endorsement of reflective manner when understanding, evaluating and solving international students to help broaden our base. Rend Lake College problems. offers skill and trade opportunities for students seeking employment and economic mobility. Additionally, Rend Lake College provides Problem-Solving: Demonstrate the ability to resolve computational professional and personal fulfillment as well as growth through problems. community and corporate education classes. Oral Communication: Demonstrate the ability to communicate Often, an individual’s purpose for engaging with the college is a clearly, concisely, and effectively through verbal and non-verbal combination of factors such as: language. • Discovery/Curiosity • Educational Requirements Written Communication: Demonstrate the ability to communicate • Enrichment / Hobby • Healthy lifestyle clearly, concisely, and effectively through written language. • Life-long learning • New/Enhanced skills • Retraining WHO WE ARE The College history defines the College from the perspective of organization and assets; however, the personnel who operate within COMMON OUTCOME the college systems and manage those assets are the primary element Regardless of the diverse cultural backgrounds, purposes or origins for successful education. Rend Lake College believes all employees, of our constituents, Rend Lake College serves each individual equally regardless of their job description, are part of each student’s education. with an open admission policy and an opportunity for success. Administrative, community outreach, student service, and physical Furthermore, Rend Lake College is united by the shared commitment plant personnel all support the student learning process. Our of students, faculty, staff, and community to meet its institutional, instructors are primary points of contact with the Rend Lake College educational, and program objectives. educational experience. These educators are generally organized into five divisions: Allied Health; Applied Science & Technology; Community & Corporate Education; Liberal Arts; and Math & Sciences. Whether in a supporting role or as a direct point of contact, each college employee draws upon professional expertise and academic accomplishment to promote the success of every student. 1 GETTING STARTED Enrolling in a degree or certificate program at Rend Lake College is simple. 1. Complete New Student 2. Speak to an Advisor Make an appointment in the Academic Enrollment Form Advisement Center to discuss career These are available online at development, educational planning, class www.rlc.edu/admissions, at the RLC Office scheduling and more. of Student Records or at in-district high school counselors’ offices. Submit other documentation as required for special 3. Apply for Financial Aid programs. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which is available online For complete details on how to enroll at Rend at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Rend Lake College’s Lake College, visit www.rlc.edu/admissions, school code is 007119. Alternatively, arrange see the Registration Procedures section of this for payment by enrolling in the Nelnet catalog or contact the Office of Student Records. Payment Plan or by making full payment by See specific programs for additional admission established deadlines. requirements. 2 CONNECT WITH US! VISIT OUR WELCOME CENTER Located just inside the main door of the Administration Building [email protected] • 618.437.5321, Ext. 1343 College office hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mon-Thurs • 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Fri 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon-Thurs during Summer Rend Lake College 468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy www.rlc.edu Ina, IL 62846 Take Interstate 57 to Exit 83 OUR CAMPUSES Main Campus, Ina • 618-437-5321 RLC MarketPlace, Mt.