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Featured news
Urban Farm secures federal support as fundraising tops $15M
Latest news
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College of Lake County names James Beckom as Chief Financial Officer
James Beckom has been appointed CLC's Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Business Services and Finance. He had been the interim since September 2025. -
May 5: Free poetry reading with Chicago poet avery r. young
Chicago poet avery r. young comes to CLC for a poetry reading May 5. The event is sponsored by Voices of Lake County. -
More ways to learn: CLC debuts community education classes taught in Spanish
This summer, College of Lake County (CLC) is expanding its community education offerings with a dynamic lineup of classes designed to meet the evolving needs and interests of Lake County residents—now offered in Spanish. -
Make Summer Count: Classes start June 8
During a time when every dollar and every decision matters, College of Lake County encourages you to take a smarter path forward: Register for summer classes starting June 8. -
Urban Farm secures federal support as fundraising tops $15M
The CLC Urban Farm Center earned a $1.25 million USDA grant through the Illinois Department of Ag’s Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program and surpassed $15 million in philanthropic support to accelerate construction at the Waukegan Campus.
Upcoming events
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May 01, 2026 2 p.m. A-WING ROTUNDA
Stock n' Roll: Donation Drive
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May 01, 2026 7 p.m. Mainstage Theatre - P107
Spring Jazz Concert
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts -
May 03, 2026 4 p.m. Mainstage Theatre - P107
Wind Ensemble Concert
James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts -
May 04, 2026 11 a.m. Lobby - 34N 200
Art Reception - Lakeshore
Art Workshops -
May 04, 2026 11 a.m. Lobby - 34N 200
Art Reception - Lakeshore
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