Greg Whightsil has been selected as the college’s new industrial maintenance instructor.

Where are you from originally? Grew up in a small town (Bement) just outside of Champaign Illinois.

Where did you attend college and what degree do you hold? IVCC (AAS Electronics) – Northern Illinois (Bachelor’s Manufacturing Technology) – Currently enrolled at Illinois Institute of Technology (master’s
Manufacturing Technology) This path was made possible through IVCC’s 3+1 program through Northern.

What classes or positions are you currently assigned? Industrial Electronics, Industrial Electricity, and Industrial maintenance.

Are you new to teaching? If not, where did you teach before IVCC? I am not new. I was an adjunct in electronics for 17 years here at IVCC.

What are your initial impressions? The staff and students are engaged.

So far, what is your favorite aspect of IVCC? This is an excellent learning and teaching environment.

What is your favorite thing about the Illinois Valley area? Some good food in the area.

What should a student know about you? I am fully committed to assisting the students create a successful career path. I started at IVCC. With the knowledge I’ve gained I was able to have a successful career. I feel that it’s my turn to pass.
this on to the next generation.