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Congratulations to our East Campus students and coaches for winning the 2026 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA) Judging Conference Sweepstakes Award!

The Black Hawk College Gust E. Lundberg Library at the East Campus is the only community college library in Illinois to receive a $10,000 national grant specifically for small and rural libraries.

Makayla Craig of Galva is the new student trustee on the Black Hawk College Board of Trustees. She was seated at the April 23, 2026, meeting and will serve until April 2027.

WQAD – Black Hawk College contributes nearly $291 million to the regional economy, supporting local jobs and workforce growth while helping graduates build careers in the community.

Black Hawk College recently hosted the 8th Annual Welding Invitational at the college’s Welding and Skilled Trades Center in downtown Kewanee.

Black Hawk College recently honored 17 East Campus students for their academic excellence at the 42nd Annual Founders’ Scholars Awards.

Black Hawk College has released new findings from a comprehensive economic impact study showing the college contributed nearly $291 million in total income to the local economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year.

The 2026 Black & Gold Celebration raised more than $58,000 for the Black Hawk College Foundation and welcomed seven new members into the BHC Alumni Hall of Fame.

Maintaining CAAHEP accreditation ensures that Black Hawk College’s EMS program continues to meet rigorous academic and clinical training standards, preparing graduates for success in the field and eligibility for professional certification.

Black Hawk College and Western Illinois University have signed an agreement creating clear transfer partnership for engineering programs.