Traveling serves as her inspiration, but Amber Dale’s college education took off close to home at Black Hawk College in Moline. “My husband and I enjoy backpacking through the national […]
Student baseball player: Give BHC a shot
Caden Wright’s message to prospective students is to give Black Hawk College a shot. “It’s the best of both worlds,” the BHC student said. “Junior college is almost a must.” […]
Ag alumnus Marion Calmer recognized for impact
Simply put, Black Hawk College alumnus Marion Calmer has changed farming. The Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) named the East Campus graduate as a co-recipient of its 2020 Distinguished Alumnus […]
Transfer grad found affinity for math at BHC
Taking a risk can be rewarding. That was one of many life lessons Black Hawk College 2020 graduate Abigail Wadsworth learned while earning her degree. The Silvis resident started at […]
Orthodontist started at Black Hawk College
A desire to move forward brought Dr. Michelle McManus to Black Hawk College. After graduating from Rockridge High School, she postponed college for a year to work in hopes she […]
Physical therapist assistant grad stays connected
Robin Edwards felt nervous at her interview for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program, but not for long. Larry Gillund, Black Hawk College associate professor and director of the program, soon […]
International student excels far from home
When C. Blaise Kinto arrived in the United States from Togo in 2016, he had trouble communicating. For a self-confessed social butterfly, it was rough. He was fluent in French […]
BHC grad, award-winning teacher inspires students
Black Hawk College alumna Margarita Raya Mojica pursued her career as a bilingual teacher because she recognized a need. “I became a teacher to be the kind of teacher I […]
BHC got me here: grads share their transfer stories
You can earn the first half of your bachelor’s degree at Black Hawk College then transfer to a four-year college, near or far. Read on to hear the stories of […]
IT student encourages others to get involved
Shanda Robb only has one regret about attending Black Hawk College: “I wish I had done it sooner.” She is looking forward to graduating this spring with an Associate in […]