Why Choose CLC?

Kennedee Clark

Student athlete

“CLC has helped me not only with affordable tuition but also by improving both my court skills and academics.”

Student athletes at CLC compete at a high level, get more playing time and build a strong academic foundation.

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Jia Buque

Student

“I’ve connected with students from all walks of life, learning about their goals, stories and aspirations. There’s always something new to learn.”

Jia studies art and is considering a future in art therapy. Getting involved in campus activities opened doors to opportunities she never imagined.

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Za’Tozia Duffie

Transfer student

“I don't think I would have been able to grow academically, or even personally, if it wasn't for CLC.”

Za’Tozia studied communication at CLC. She transferred to Lake Forest College for her bachelor's degree and then to Syracuse University for graduate school.

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Kamden Kuklinski

Transfer student

“CLC was a really good option for me. It was very affordable. The smaller class sizes and community feel definitely made it feel like home.”

Kamden studied biological sciences at CLC, then transferred to Lake Forest College to earn a bachelor's degree in neuroscience. He is doing biomedical research as he prepares for graduate school.

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Natasha Phillips

Graduate

“Heating, ventilation and air conditioning is a trade skill that’s always going to be needed, so I can have a stable career.”

Natasha studied HVAC/R Engineering Technology at CLC. A Workforce Equity Initiative grant paid for her education so she can start a new career in a high-demand industry.

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Johnnie Lovelace

Graduate

“What I liked about the nursing program here was that it was a small community. You feel more at home in a smaller group.”

After graduating from CLC's nursing program, Johnnie worked in emergency rooms, ICUs, clinics and home health settings. She is CEO of three assisted living facilities in Atlanta.

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Kenneth Dantes

Transfer student

"It felt like a community because there were actually those teachers that have time for you."

Kenneth studied literature at CLC, then transferred to Elmhurst University. While at CLC, he worked on film projects in Chicago to gain experience and to network. He now works in Los Angeles as a production assistant for streaming shows.

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Chad Holt

Adult Learner

"I have a lot of technical skills, but I didn't have the formal education side. I've connected a lot of dots (in this program), and it's really helped me to polish and hone my skills."

Chad is a full-time employee striving to earn associate degrees in automation, robotics and mechatronics and mechanical engineering technology. His goal is to upskill and advance in his field.

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Leanne Linsky

Graduate

“The CLC student body is diverse, my classmates had more work and life experience. When I transferred, I was better prepared for university life.”

Leanne studied business administration at CLC. She transferred to earn a bachelor's degree, then a master's degree and created an online app for comedians.

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Kyle Thorne

Graduate

"While I love the space and equipment, it was the instructors that kept me at CLC. They helped make sure I learned the right way, and I had fun doing it."

Kyle took welding and fabrication classes at the CLC Grayslake campus and Advanced Technology Center in Gurnee. He then started his own mobile welding business.

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Riley Pemstein

Transfer student

“The fantastic academic success advisors prioritized me having my schedule right so I had the classes to transfer where I wanted to go.”

Riley took general education courses at CLC. He then transferred to University of Illinois Urbana-Campaign to study accounting. He now works as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

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