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U.S. Rep Lauren Underwood visits with students from the student group Socrates Cafe during a stop on campus April 5.

Underwood visits campus

Wes Ruppert, IV Leader Staff Writer April 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood learned community college concerns and initiatives during an April 5 visit to campus. Underwood visited with students during a meeting of Socrates Cafe. She also was able to...

Aseret Loveland

Bloom where you are planted

Emma Coss, IV Leader Editor April 25, 2024

Nestled in the heart of IVCC, resides Aseret Loveland, whose journey from a first-generation student to becoming a beacon of guidance and support for others is remarkable. In an exclusive interview, Loveland...

Finding A Voice
IVCC professor Mike Phillips (back left) and students from the College Democrats (seated) visit with 
U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood at a political event

Phillips: Advocate for civic involvement

Jason Bell, IV Leader Staff Writer April 25, 2024

Growing up in a family dedicated to civic duty, IVCC Geology Instructor Mile Phillips was immersed in the world of local politics at a young age. “From the time I was like, I don’t know, 10, I was...

Tuition may increase

Jason Bell, IV Leader Staff Writer February 29, 2024

After a six-year stall on any tuition increases throughout the pandemic, the IVCC board of trustees will be asked to decide on a tuition increase during their March 14 meeting. The college is seeking...

picture of a therapist and a patient talking.

Breaking barriers in mental health care

Emma Coss, IV Leader Editor February 29, 2024

Access to mental health care in America is scarce and it’s getting worse. Mental health is a prominent issue in the United States. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration,...

Emma Coss

Surviving the seasons: how to manage seasonal depression

Emma Coss, IV Leader Editor February 1, 2024

Mental health can be a tough subject to discuss, yet it touches every aspect of our lives. Mental health affects how we think, feel, and act, affecting our daily lives and relationships. According to Mental...

IVCC 100 logo, designed by Chad Brokaw

IVCC debuts 100th anniversary logo

Eric Lockwood, Arts Editor November 30, 2023

IVCC has recently revealed a logo to celebrate the college's 100 year anniversary which will take place on April 24, 2024. It was designed by Chad Brokaw, IVCC Theater Events & Technical Coordinator. "IVCC...

Dr. Jennifer Timmers take on Climate Change

Dr. Jennifer Timmers’ take on Climate Change

One Book One College
Grace Mertel, Staff Writer November 30, 2023

Dr. Jennifer Timmers, IVCC agriculture instructor, gave a presentation on Nov. 1 entitled What is Climate Change & What Can You Do?  This presentation was a part of IVCC’s One Book One College...

The U.S. Geological Survey collects information from residents through a felt report. Area residents are encouraged to fill out the form because it helps scientists who study earthquakes. The website is https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/us6000lnhy/tellus

‘Did you feel that?

Small earthquake rattles IV residents
IV Leader Staff November 15, 2023

A 3.6 magnitude earthquake roused residents of the Illinois Valley this morning when the quake struck just south of Standard at 4:42 a.m. "It ruined my sleep," said Ava Horwach of Peru, a student...

Emma Coss

Looking Inward: Addressing Prejudice in the Illinois Valley

Emma Coss, IV Leader Editor November 2, 2023

As we bid farewell to LGBTQIA+ History Month, we look ahead to the changes that still need to be made in hopes of a better future for the LGBTQIA+ community. The LGBTQIA+ community deals with significantly...

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