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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, Industry Partners Launch Program to Train Next-Gen Process Technicians

For years, local manufacturers struggled to find skilled operators. Now, with industry at the table, Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC) has launched a fast-track program to deliver the trained technicians companies need to keep plants running strong.

Two students stand indoors on a college campus, smiling while holding and reading an Eastern Iowa Community Colleges brochure. Both wear backpacks, and glass-walled study rooms and seating areas are visible in the background.

Spring Registration & Holiday Hours at EICC

December 12, 2025

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.

A rendering of the Bickelhaupt Arboretum

Bickelhaupt Arboretum Construction Progress

December 8, 2025

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

Four Easton Valley High School students stand together on a stage holding their awards after winning the 2025 Quiz Bowl. One student holds a certificate and another holds a trophy. A table with microphones and judging materials is visible behind them.

2025 CCC Quiz Bowl

December 8, 2025

Easton Valley took home the 1st Place trophy, winners of the 2025 Clinton Community College Academic Quiz Bowl.

MCC student Sachi DeWinter holding a big turtle at Nahant Marsh.

From Homeschool to Nahant Marsh: Sachi DeWinter Finds Her Path at EICC

December 4, 2025

Sachi DeWinter arrived at MCC nervous about college — and not much of a science fan. Two years later, she tracked purple martins at Nahant Marsh, presented her research in D.C., joined campus activities, and found a community that feels like home.

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MCC to Host “Crafts in a Winter Wonderland” Event Dec. 3

November 25, 2025

Muscatine Community College will host a “Crafts in a Winter Wonderland” event from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, in the Student Center.

Muscatine Technology Center building exterior

Ribbon Cutting Will Celebrate Expansion of Muscatine Technology Center

November 11, 2025

EICC will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. to celebrate the completion and opening of the Muscatine Technology Center (MTC).

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Applications Open for EICC’s Spring 2026 Student Content Creator Program

November 10, 2025

EICC is now accepting applications for its Spring 2026 Student Content Creator Program. The paid, semester-long experience is designed exclusively for current EICC students.

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Community Partners Promote Health and Awareness with Free Testing and Wellness Fair for World AIDS Day

November 6, 2025

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges Muscatine campus will host “Love your Health: World Aids Day Wellness Event” on Dec. 2 in recognition of World AIDS Day.

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2026 Graduation Ceremonies

November 3, 2025

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges' 2026 Graduation Ceremony information.

Eastern Iowa Community College's Urban Campus building and Apsen Prize Top 200 for 2027 badge

The Aspen Institute Names EICC as a Top 200 U.S. Community College Eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize

October 28, 2025

The 200 colleges were selected based on student outcomes data, including retention, completion, and transfer rates.

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