EICC News

EICC student, Sonja Tarallo, standing with her winning artwork.

EICC Student Artwork on Display at the Figge Art Museum

For many artists, seeing their work displayed in a museum is a lifelong dream. For a select group of EICC students, that moment arrived.

Building Skills, Building Futures: Gabe Bender

For Gabe Bender, working at Carver Pump isn’t just about the job—it’s also about the future. “Job security is really important to me,” he said.

Community College Month - Free Classes

Join EICC for a free class during National Community College Month!

Student Ambassador Elexiana Oliva Shares MCC’s Impact—Locally and Globally

March 31, 2025

When Elexiana Oliva walks through the halls of Muscatine Community College (MCC), she’s not just another student—she’s an ambassador and an advocate for the opportunities education offers.

Anthony Abboreno in his office at Scott Community College in front of bookshelf and posters.

Finding Confidence in Writing: SCC Instructor Earns Prestigious Literary Nomination

March 27, 2025

An EICC English Instructor, passionate about building confidence in his students, has been nominated for a Pushcart Prize, one of the most prestigious honors in independent publishing.

Carter Stevenson: Writing His Future, One Story at a Time

March 27, 2025

With the encouragement of his instructors and the resources available through Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC), Carter Stevenson is turning his passion into something real—one carefully planned-out page at a time.

Hannah Cooper Spotlight Graphic, bio text over photo of Hannah and family

Hannah Cooper | Muscatine

March 27, 2025

Meet Hannah Cooper, our dedicated Science Lab Assistant at Muscatine Community College. With three years of experience at EICC, Hannah brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm to the Science Department.

Celebrate Community College Month with Classes & Events at EICC

March 24, 2025

EICC is celebrating Community College Month this April with a lineup of free classes and events, showcasing the college’s commitment to education, workforce development, and lifelong learning.

Two smiling students sitting in classroom

Register for Fall 2025

March 21, 2025

The sooner you register the more likely you are to get a spot in the classes you want and at the time you want.

Phi Theta Kappa inductees with Dr. Liang Chee Wee and Dr. Brian Kelly

CCC Phi Theta Kapp Induction

March 18, 2025

Clinton Community College hosted the spring induction ceremony of Phi Theta Kappa, the largest educational honor society in the world, on March 6.

Gideon Cable Hall: Small Space, Big Feelings

March 18, 2025

A bed. A blanket. Half-tucked, half-forgotten. A pile of clothes in the corner, a pizza box shoved just out of sight.

Sonja Tarallo: Father Time and Mother Nature Playing Chess

March 18, 2025

The cursor blinked on her screen. A blank canvas, waiting. And yet, this time, something felt different.

Spencer Paxton: Self Portrait, 2024

March 18, 2025

Spencer Paxton never liked self-portraits. At least not in the traditional sense.