McHenry County College President Clint Gabbard celebrates the opening of the University Center at MCC with leaders from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, including Chancellor Austin Lane, as well as representatives from Aurora University, Northern Illinois University and Roosevelt University.

08.08.2024

SIU Carbondale is part of the University Center of McHenry County College

Chancellor Austin Lane, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Sheryl Tucker and Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management Wendell Williams joined MCC President Clint Gabbard and others to welcome the University Center at McHenry County College (MCC) in Woodstock at a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 1.

The University Center at MCC offers local students the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s or graduate degree close to home. Students can choose programs from some of Illinois’ leading institutions, including Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

“We are excited to partner with Dr. Gabbard and his team at McHenry County College to provide locally bound students with a seamless path to a bachelor’s degree at Southern Illinois University Carbondale,” Lane said. “Our collaboration with MCC aligns well with our university’s Imagine 2030 strategic plan and its pillars of student success and partnerships.”