BHC Alumni Spotlight: Building Lifelong Learners

BHC Alumni Spotlight: Building Lifelong Learners

Black Hawk College plays an important part in shaping so many lives in the Quad-Cities community. From Rock Island to Silvis, southeast to Kewanee, and southwest to Aledo, so many […]

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College wraps up 75th anniversary celebration with sealing of time capsule

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On the afternoon of Monday, Nov. 29, 2021, a Black Hawk College time capsule was sealed and placed inside a wall in Building 1 at the Quad-Cities Campus. A plaque […]

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BHC peeks into its past with opening of 1971 time capsule

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On Oct. 19, 2021, Black Hawk College celebrated its 75th anniversary and a highlight of the event was the opening of the 1971 time capsule. “Today we have the honor […]

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BHC Livestock Judging Teams continue rich tradition

BHC Livestock Judging Teams continue rich tradition

Black Hawk College Livestock Judging Teams are synonymous with winning, but why are they so successful? It all started back in the 1970s when now-retired professor Dan Hoge started the […]

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BHC celebrates 75 years, creates new memories

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More than 100 people gathered on a sunny October afternoon to celebrate Black Hawk College’s 75th anniversary. “Thank you to Black Hawk College for the lessons you have instilled and […]

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Kitchen, toiletries drive generates overwhelming response

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As part of the Black Hawk College 75th Anniversary Celebration, a kitchen and toiletries drive was held for the food pantries at both campuses. Often times, kitchen supplies and toiletries […]

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Olson, Smith win Student Poetry Contest

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Black Hawk College is celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2021 and hosted a Student Poetry Contest as part of the celebration. All students were invited to compose a poem on […]

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Georgia transplant makes QC, BHC home

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The future is full of possibilities for Black Hawk College graduate Ty Lewis. He isn’t sure what he’ll be doing when he completes his bachelor’s degree in 2022, but one […]

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BHC grad Chad Pregracke: ‘Expand your mind’

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Chad Pregracke’s good work has made him a household name in the Quad Cities and beyond. The founder of Living Lands & Waters’ recognitions even include the Jefferson Award for […]

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BHC grad, chiropractor’s future is vibrant

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Dr. Crystal Strode’s job brings her to tears regularly, but in the best way. The moment when a patient who came in with chronic pain feels relief is always emotional. […]

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