U. S. Representative Eric Sorensen announces that applications to U. S. service academy nominations are now open. Students interested in attending one of the Nation’s prestigious military service academies must submit their application for Sorensen’s nomination through the online portal, before Saturday, November 1, 2026. “I encourage every eligible
Augustana College has selected Quad Cities strategic leader and alumna Angela Snyder as its first Assistant Vice President for Impact Learning. This newly created role is focused on connecting students with hands-on learning, career preparation, and meaningful community engagement. Snyder will join Augustana on Monday, October 12, 2026. In
On Monday, August 31, 2026, Kirkwood Community College, in Cedar Rapids, IA, released its Dean’s List for the summer 2026 semester. Those students achieved a 3.3 grade point average or higher, after completing 12 or more credit hours at the college. Addison Foster of Sterling, IL, earned this distinction.
Augustana College, in Rock Island, IL, has announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher, on a four point scale, for courses taken that semester. There were 1100 students who did so,
The CGH Health Foundation and CGH Auxiliary have awarded $26,500 in Nursing and Healthcare scholarships, to 15 students pursuing careers in healthcare. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic achievement (minimum 3.0 GPA), and residency within the CGH Medical Center service area. llinois recipients include: • Jill Adolph Nursing
Blackburn College, in Carlinville, IL, has announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of 3.6 or higher for the semester. Sterling, IL, residents Amanda Bass and Beth Brill achieved this recognition. Founded in 1837, Blackburn
The University of Wisconsin-Madison has recognized students named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester of the 2025-2026 academic year. Students who achieve at a high level academically are recognized by the Dean of their school or college, at the close of each semester. To be eligible for
More than 9100 students earned degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in May 2026. The University held its Spring 2026 Commencement ceremony for doctoral, MFA, and medical professional candidates at the Kohl Center on Friday, May 8. Its ceremony for undergraduate, law, and other Master’s degree candidates took place
Loras College, Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in 2026. Matthew Marcum, of Rock Falls, IL, received a Bachelor of Science degree, in Biological Research and Politics. He is a graduate of Rock Falls High School.
Quincy University released its Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 semester. Honorees must earn a semester grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale) to be included in the biannual Dean’s List. Zyan Westbrook, Rock Falls, IL, was one of 402 students who received the honor
Loras College in Dubuque, IA, announced the names of students who earned a Bachelor’s degree or Master’s degree in 2026. Matthew Marcum of Rock Falls, IL, completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Research and Politics. He is a graduate of Rock Falls High School.
More than 11,200 Iowa State University students, in Ames, IA, have been recognized for outstanding academic achievement, by being named to the 2026 spring semester Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List must earn a grade point average of at least 3.50 on a 4.00 scale, while carrying
On Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the University of Wyoming listed the following students from Illinois, on the 2026 spring semester Provost’s Honor Roll. The Provost’s Honor Roll consists of undergraduates who have completed at least six but fewer than 12 hours with a minimum 3.5 grade-point average for the
Clarke University in Dubuque, IA, extends a warm congratulations to the following Class of 2026 May graduates: • Sydney Norman, Fulton, IL, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Physical Therapy. • Hailey Walters, Sterling, IL, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Cum Laude. Founded in 1843 by the Sisters of Charity of the
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh officials have released the names of students who qualified for the Dean’s List and University Honor Roll in spring 2026. The term grade-point average (GPA) requirement for University Honor Roll is 3.3. The term GPA requirement for Dean’s List is 3.75 out of a possible 4.0. To