EICC News

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Spring Registration & Holiday Hours at EICC

As the holiday season approaches, please note that Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (Clinton, Muscatine, and Scott) will be closed from December 24 through January 1 for winter break. We’ll reopen on January 2 to assist with registration and other student services.

Bickelhaupt Arboretum Construction Progress

Arboretum construction is now in progress, with the new facilities expected to begin hosting events in February 2026.

EICC Honored with 2025 Outstanding Community College Awards

EICC earned distinction for its collaboration with 3M, ADM, and LyondellBasell (LYB) through the launch of the state’s first Process Technician (P-Tech) Program, and for the exemplary achievements of three individuals.

MCC Junior Police Academy, June 8 - 12

January 23, 2026

In partnership with Muscatine Community College, the Muscatine Police Department is offering high school students the opportunity to learn more about law enforcement through their Junior Police Academy.

Mary Jo Nier holds a plaque while standing next to CCC President Brian Kelly as she accepts the Connie Campbell Service Award. They pose smiling in front of Clinton Community College display banners featuring historical photos.

2026 Connie Campbell Customer Service Award

January 14, 2026

The award honors a CCC employee whose work reflects that customer care that Connie demonstrated daily, going above and beyond to give excellent internal and external service. Mary Jo Nier, High School Equivalency (HiSE) Lead Teacher and Data Analyst, is the 2026 recipient of this honor.

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EICC celebrates second consecutive year of success in Know Your Constitution Program

January 9, 2026

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is celebrating a second consecutive year of student success in the Know Your Constitution Program, with two students selected as finalists in the statewide competition sponsored by the Iowa State Bar Association Young Lawyers Division.

Student and Financial Aid specialist completing form

Secure Your Future: EICC to Host Scholarship Nights

January 9, 2026

Are you dreaming of earning a degree but worried about the cost of college? Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) is here to help. EICC’s Scholarship Nights offer students the chance to access over $400,000 in scholarships and personalized support to navigate the financial aid process.