Rock Valley College

06/23/2026

Our recent graduates all found a pathway to success at RVC. Now, as they embark on their next chapter, they are offering up some valuable advice! If you have been thinking about your next move, we can help! An RVC advisor is ready to get you started at RockValleyCollege.edu

06/23/2026

“At its heart, I believe that 9 to 5: The Musical celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of female friendship in overcoming adversity.” Director Tessa Castaneda said. “The three women, Violet, Doralee, and Judy, discover that their dreams and plans are achievable when they activate themselves to change. That unity, determination, and the fight for what’s right will not only uplift themselves, but their entire community.”

Read more at https://rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Starlight-Clocks-in-with-Comedy

9 to 5: The Musical will run June 24-27 and July 29-August 2. Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight

UnderTheStars

06/19/2026

All RVC locations will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth.

06/18/2026

Something Rotten is LIVE on stage RVC Starlight Theatre! Experience the magic, mischief, and mayhem out ! Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight.

06/18/2026

In May, RVC held the inaugural 'W' Awards in the Stenstrom Student Center Atrium, recognizing our outstanding student employees and their supervisors for excellence, growth, reliability, service, and the positive impact they make on campus.
Thank you for everything you do for Rock Valley College!

06/18/2026

NOTICE: At this time, students are not able to place online orders for books and supplies using their financial aid at the BibliU website due to a technical issue. Students wishing to purchase books and supplies using their financial aid must call (815-921-1680) or come into the Campus Bookstore located on the lower level of the Stenstrom Student Center. The Rock Valley College Information Technology, Financial Aid, and BibliU teams are aware of the issue and are working diligently to restore the online functionality. We apologize for the confusion and appreciate your patience as we work to fix the issue.

Please note that the campus will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. The bookstore will reopen on Monday to assist students with their financial aid purchases.

06/18/2026

Rock Valley College President Dr. Howard Spearman has been named Studer Education’s 2026 Difference Maker, a national recognition honoring educational leaders who foster strong workplace cultures, build trust across their organizations, and drive measurable student success.

“The entire team at RVC has worked tirelessly to make the College a better place to learn and grow,” said Dr. Spearman. “It takes every faculty and staff member collaborating to improve the culture at the college and to help RVC meet its strategic goals. I share this award with the entire Golden Eagles Family.”

Read more at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Spearman-Named-Studer-Education-2026-Difference-Maker



Image Description: Dr. Spearman presented with the Studer Education 2026 Difference Maker Award in June, 2026.

Rock Valley College President Dr. Howard Spearman has been named Studer Education’s 2026 Difference Maker, a national recognition honoring educational leaders who foster strong workplace cultures, build trust across their organizations, and drive measurable student success.

06/17/2026

Can you smell that?! Something Rotten opens tonight at RVC Starlight Theatre, and it is anything but! Don’t miss out on this hysterically fresh take on this classic musical full of brilliant performances, clever easter eggs, and eccentric characters. The cast and crew deliver some of the most fun you will have out at Starlight! Something Rotten will have you erupting with laughter thoughout the show! Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight

06/17/2026

“There’s something wonderfully chaotic about Something Rotten!” director Mychall Miller-Cornejo said. “It’s packed with tap numbers, Shakespearean drama, Renaissance flair, and more musical theatre references than should probably be legal. It’s loud, fast, unapologetically theatrical, and absolutely hilarious.”

Read more at https://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/news/Something-Rotten-is-Coming-%20to-Starlight-Theatre

Something Rotten will run June 17-20 and July 22-26. Get your tickets today at RockValleyCollege.edu/Starlight

“There’s something wonderfully chaotic about Something Rotten!” director Mychall Miller-Cornejo said.

06/17/2026

In May, Rock Valley College proudly celebrated the incredible achievements of our RAISE Program graduates. Congratulations to each of our remarkable students on this momentous accomplishment! Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have brought you to this exciting milestone, and we couldn't be more of all you've achieved. Here's to your bright future!