Kankakee Community College

Meet Garret J. Thomas, '26 Associate in Engineering Science:

"Before me, my Mom graduated here back in May of 2003 with an Associate Degree in Applied Science/ Business Administration, making me the 2nd generation to graduate from KCC."

Congratulate him in the comment section below!

Join the FREE Construction Career Training Program offered at KCC. You’ll train and prepare for road construction and union apprenticeships. It's a 12-week, FREE training program. To participate, you must have a valid driver's license, be drug free and have a high school diploma (which includes GED). Transcripts required. Orientation & Testing will be Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, July 28, 29, 30. Each one is 9 a.m. - noon.

For More details and orientation sign up at https://www.kcc.edu/continuinged/hcctp/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=highway-construction-su26.

This program does not award college credit.

"As an older student returning to school, I expected the journey to be challenging, but it has turned out to be both rewarding and encouraging. The instructors at Kankakee Community College are excellent—always ready to help, supportive, and invested in student success. The students are just as impressive: eager to learn, willing to help each other, and open to collaboration. KCC has created an environment where learning feels possible at any stage of life, and I am grateful to be a part of it." - Toni Lafi of Pembroke Township

From EMT to Leadership: Forrest’s Path Through Emergency Care

Before enrolling at Kankakee Community College, Forrest Meads was a certified nursing assistant at a nursing home in the Kankakee area.

“I saw EMTs coming in to pick up patients for dialysis,” he said.

This resonated with Forrest, who has had Type 1 diabetes for most of his life. The condition requires constant management and has long-term risks, even with careful attention.

“I thought what they were doing was important,” he said. “When I talked to them, they told me they all went to KCC to get their EMT training.”

Motivated by those conversations, Forrest enrolled at KCC and completed EMT-Basic training in 2016 before continuing into the paramedic program

Learn more about Forrest's story here: https://www.kcc.edu/foundation/alumni/alumni-stories/ -meads

Daniela Hernadez-Patrevito, a 2026 graduate of the registered nursing program at Kankakee Community College, has been awarded The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nursing Students.

Spring 2026 DAISY Award® Congratulations, Daniela Hernandez-Patrevito!

Registration is now available for the summer and fall semester!