A year of impact: CLC’s top five stories of 2025

2025 was an exciting year at College of Lake County (CLC). From student success to community impact, these were the five stories that captured the most attention throughout the year:

• CEJA Waukegan Hub celebrates first graduating class

  In partnership with Lake County Workforce Development and The Community Works, CLC’s first cohort of the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA) Waukegan Hub Training Program graduated this February. A dozen community members entered the green energy workforce after completing their month-long training.

• Build a manufacturing career that builds the future

  Want to learn if a career in manufacturing is right for you? CLC breaks down the reasons to consider one, along with what it is like to work in the field. Hear from an instructor, a student and a community partner.

• Breaking ground on the Urban Farm Center in Waukegan

  Construction officially began on the Urban Farm Center, an educational hub that will support all aspects of the local food system from farm to table. A groundbreaking ceremony was held in May to celebrate the momentous occasion.

• Leveling up with CLC esports

  Hear from the coach and players on CLC’s esports team. Along with competing against other colleges, the team has created a local community for gamers to come together. Already successful in competitions, the team is continuing to grow in size and skill.

• College of Lake County appoints new vice president of Student Development

  CLC welcomed Angela L. Frazier, Ed.D., as its new vice president of Student Development. In addition to her administrative work, she has a passion for teaching, teaching English Composition and a seminar course focused on student success and personal growth.

Visit the news and events page to read all CLC news. To get stories delivered right to your inbox, subscribe to the CLC Connects enewsletter.