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Apr 20, 2026

Congrats to 2026 high school welding invitational winners

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

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Apr 20, 2026

17 students honored as 2026 Founders’ Scholars

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

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Apr 16, 2026

Report: BHC and its students add $291M+ to local economy

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.

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Apr 7, 2026

Black Hawk College EMS Program earns national accreditation

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.

Dr. Kristi Mindrup and Dr. Jeremy Thomas sign the articulation agreement during a press conference.
Apr 1, 2026

Black Hawk College and Western Illinois University Formalize Transfer Partnership

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

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Apr 1, 2026

Apply for free April 6-12

Start your journey with Black Hawk College and take advantage of Free Application Week this April 6-12!

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Mar 27, 2026

Women’s History Month – From BHC students to BHC employees

To celebrate Women's History Month 2026, we talked to some female Black Hawk College employees who once were BHC students.

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Mar 25, 2026

Showtime! Theatre at Black Hawk College

Although theatre has been mostly absent from Black Hawk College for the better half of the past decade, the interest and drive of students and faculty may see it returned to its former glory.

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Mar 24, 2026

Women’s History Month – Being a woman in agriculture

Agriculture has always been a huge part of Grace Angotti's life, so having the opportunity to turn that passion into a career is something she doesn’t take for granted. Now she is a faculty member at the East Campus, where she teaches a variety of ag courses and coaches the Livestock Judging Team.

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Mar 15, 2026

Apply for 2026-27 scholarships by May 31

Apply now for 2026-27 scholarships from the Black Hawk College Foundations! Both new and returning students, whether full-time or part-time, are welcome to apply!