College Profile for: Kaskaskia College
Kaskaskia College is the oldest community college in the U.S. state of Illinois and serves 11,500 students. The college provides accredited degree programs in Arts, Science, General Studies, and 18 other vocational Associate degree programs. Currently presided by James C. Underwood, the college originated in 1940, as the first Community College in the state established under the Junior College Act. Prior Presidents include: Alice Mumaw-Jacobs, Dr. Bruce Stahl, Dr. Paul Blowers, and Oscar Corbell (original founder). It is located adjacent Centralia. College History & Mission: On September 9, 1940, Centralia Township Junior College began its operation as the first tax-supported junior college in the state of Illinois, established by a vote of the people. Oscar Corbell and the Centralia To...
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27210 College Rd
Centralia, IL
62801
618-545-3000 (general)
618-545-3080 (financial aid)
618-545-3041 (admissions)
Web Site:
http://www.kaskaskia.edu
