2015-2016 Community Report

2015-2016
Community Report
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Index
3........................................................................................A Message from the President
3........................................................Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees
4....................................................................................... SIC Distinguished Alumna 2016
5.....................................................Armstrong and Poe Win National 3D Archery Titles For SIC
5......................................SIC Shotgun Team Takes Second Place in National College Championships
6.................................................................................................................................. WISBDC
7...............................................................SIC Forensic Falcons Earn National Distinction
7............................................... SIC Students Recognized with National Honors in Atlanta
8.....................................Brick Fundraiser for Tornado Memorial & Fountain Project
9.............SIC’s Model Illinois Government Team Wins Third Consecutive Championship
9..........................................................SIC Alumni Share Their Experiences in Politics
10...........................................................................................Graves-Absher Scholarship
10............................................SIC Nursing Programs Earn Top Rankings Again in 2015
11.....................................................................................................................SIC Foundation
12....................................................................................................................... Scholarships
13.......................................................................................................................Friendraising
14........................................................................................................SIC Budget Summary
15.............................................................................................................................. SIC Facts
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A Message from the President
Jonah Rice, Ph. D.
President
Southeastern Illinois College
We here at Southeastern Illinois College live our mission every day. SIC
enhances lifelong learning by providing an array of higher educational
opportunities. Plus, the College keeps students from going into debt
by providing hundreds of scholarships, both public and private, as well
as keeping our tuition low. We offer cultural enrichment opportunities
and support economic development. All of this is done with great pride and praise. Our nursing scores are
in the top flight in Illinois. Transfer students find a larger university curriculum much easier than native
students do—and at a fraction of the cost. The diesel program is nationally recognized. Our competitive
teams, like forensics and archery as well as Model Illinois Government, are the best of the best. Theatre
and musical productions and the many service projects that our clubs and organizations, like Phi Theta
Kappa and Phi Beta Lambda, engage are top flight. Southeastern makes a huge difference in the lives
of so many in our area, and has done so for over 50 years. As we move into the next semi-centennial of
service, we plan on even greater things to come. Please take time to review this community report on your
community college and learn about what we do for you.
Southeastern Illinois College Board of Trustees
Dr. Pat York
Chair
Omaha
Dr. Frank Barbre
Vice Chair/ICCTA Rep
Carmi
Blake Bradley
Trustee/Alt Secretary
Galatia
David Dennison
Trustee
Galatia
Jim Ellis
Secretary/Alt ICCTA Rep
Harrisburg
Debbie Hughes
Trustee
Norris City
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Richard Morgan
Trustee
Carrier Mills
Clinton Murphy
Student Trustee
Carmi

SIC Distinguished Alumna 2016
Dana Keating, Ph. D.
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Southeastern Illinois College
Dr. Dana Keating has been selected by members of the
Southeastern Illinois College Mu Psi Chapter of the Phi
Theta Kappa Honor Society to join Southeastern’s
Distinguished Alumni roster. Keating is the retired Vice
President for Academic and Student Affairs at Southeastern
Illinois College. She dedicated 38 years to the betterment
of Southeastern by holding many positions and being
involved in numerous grants, projects and programs.
A Harrisburg native, Keating earned her associate degree
from Southeastern in 1974. From there, she continued on
to Eastern Illinois University, where she earned a Bachelor
of Science Degree in Education in 1976.
“Attending Southeastern right after high school graduation
made great sense for me,” said Keating. “It was affordable
and just a 15 minute drive from home and allowed me to
save a great deal of money that I was able to later use when I
went on to Eastern Illinois University. I gained confidence
in my ability to be successful in college at Southeastern and
it provided a good transitional step from high school to a
university.”
Keating later attended Southern Illinois University and
obtained a Master of Science in Vocational Education
Studies in 1983, and a Doctorate of Philosophy in Higher
Education in 1996. Early in her career, she taught home
economics at Flora Junior High School.
“As a student at Southeastern, the college provided a
great first step to higher level degrees,” said Keating. “SIC
gave me a great foundation to build upon. It was a small,
friendly place where instructors cared about the success of
every student. The College has grown so much since I was
a student here, but it is still that type of institution – caring
and committed to students.”
During her tenure, Keating has been involved in most
areas of the college. Some of her positions have included
instructor, counselor, director of admissions and records,
registrar, dean
of instruction
and even interim
president for a
few months on the
way to her position as Vice President. She served on and
led several committees, been involved with professional
affiliations and assisted in the ICCB Recognition process.
She also served as the Accreditation Liaison Officer for SIC
with the Higher Learning Commission, SIC’s accrediting
agency.
Keating’s passion for higher education is evident in the
millions of dollars in grants that have made their way to
Southeastern with her help. Most recently, she led the grant
writing team in the Student Support Services TRIO Grant
that has been renewed for approximately $1.4 million over
five years. These grants have brought educational programs
to Southeastern, assisted in funding the development
of college services, helped fund needed equipment for
programs, such as a pediatric simulator for the Nursing
program, as well as employ faculty and staff for grant
activities.
“Simply put, I strongly believe that education opens the door
to opportunity,” said Keating. “Even a short certificate can
make the difference in someone’s job opportunities and level
of income for all their working years. Understanding and
experiencing the value of education results in encouraging
others to do the same.”
SIC President Dr. Jonah Rice said, Dr. Keating is the epitome
of the heart of Southeastern. She considers the student
perspective in all that she does, and she cares, I mean really
cares, for the college. She knows how valuable SIC is to the
community it serves.
“Dana represents all that is good about Southeastern. She
is an admirable colleague, a good friend, and a wonderful
choice for our distinguished alumna of the year.”
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Armstrong and Poe Win National 3D Archery Titles For SIC
-- SIC is Honored to Host National 3D Tournament at Sahara Woods --
The 2015 US Intercollegiate 3D Archery Championships
took place in southern Illinois for the very first time in 2015,
and was proudly hosted by Southeastern Illinois College.
Formerly held at the University of Missouri in Columbia,
the two-day tournament was moved to Illinois when
the California-based US Collegiate Archery Association
(USCAA) inked a ten-year agreement with the Illinois
Department of Natural Resources to hold the event at Sahara
Woods State Fish and Wildlife Area.
Rhett Bullard (7th), Trever Butts (2nd), Cody Nelson (8th),
Kira McCalip (7th), Kimberly McCalip (9th), and Stephani Poe (2nd).]
In the High Overall Average (HOA) category, Southeastern
finished in second place. The college won the HOA back-toback
in 2013 and 2014. SIC’s total national title count now
stands at ten. Academic All-Americans are at four and All-
Americans at 20. The team is coached by Archie Blair, Darin
DeNeal and Roger Snodgrass.
Varsity squads from major Division I colleges and
universities across the nation including such schools as
University of Nebraska and University of Wisconsin, came
to compete. SIC’s Falcon Archers won two gold (Alli
Armstrong of Elizabethtown and Casey Poe of Arthur), five
silver (Stephani Poe from Arthur, Trever Butts and Dalton
Hays of Kinmundy, Kimberly and Kira McCalip from
Rantoul, Clayton Hall of Grayville, Rhett Bullard of Iuka,
Cody Nelson of Carmi), and one bronze (Stephani and
Casey Poe).
SIC boasts four Academic All-Americans [Kimberly
McCalip (9th), Kira McCalip (7th), Alli Armstrong (1st),
and Casey Poe (1st)] and eight All-American archers in the
top 10 at nationals [Alli Armstrong (1st), Casey Poe (1st),
Casey Poe of Arthur and Alli Armstrong of Elizabethtown
point to their national championship postings – Poe won gold
in the men’s compound division, and Armstrong won gold in
women’s bow hunter.
SIC Shotgun Team Takes Second Place in National College Championships
Quinten Smith (Minford, Ohio), Ben Grubbs (Christopher, Illinois),
Brian Perks (Ballwin, Missouri), Hunter Blakely (Kingsport,
Tennessee), and Grant Anderson (Johnston City, Illinois).
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Southeastern Illinois College’s nationally ranked shotgun
team competed in the Scholastic Clay Target Program’s
(SCTP) National College Team Championships held
at Cardinal Shooting Center and Black Wing Shooting
Centers in Marengo, Ohio, in October 2015.
Coached by Bruce Hering, the SIC Falcons won the
SCTP Collegiate Division III Runner Up National
Championship in High Overall Average. In team events
SIC won silver in Sporting Clays, silver in 5-Stand, bronze
in Skeet, and bronze in Trap.
More than 200 college athletes representing 18 teams from
13 states competed in the tournament in three different
divisions. Southeastern competed as a Division III school
against Purdue, Eastern Kentucky University, University
of Alabama, Hillsdale College in Michigan, Roane State
College in Tennessee, University of Wisconsin; Platteville,
and Concordia University in Nebraska.

WISBDC
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Type of Business
The Workforce & Illinois Small Business
Development Center (WISBDC) at Southeastern
Illinois College is a part of the Illinois Small
Business Development Network which serves as
a dynamic, integrated, small business assistance
delivery system. The Network’s mission is to
increase the competitiveness, profitability and
growth of Illinois businesses in a global economy.
The WISBDC has been developed through a
partnership involving the U.S. Small Business
Administration, the Illinois Department of
Commerce and Economic Opportunity and the
college as a service to Illinois small businesses
in Gallatin, Hardin, Pope, Saline and White
counties and portions of Hamilton, Johnson and
Williamson counties.
In the last five years, the WISBDC at Southeastern
Illinois College has assisted 29 business startups
and 22 expansions. In addition, we have helped in
securing approximately $15 million in loan dollars
for these businesses. The SBDC has worked with
a variety of businesses, including retail, service,
manufacturing and construction during this
time. While working with the businesses in our
college district, we have assisted in the creation of
241 new jobs and the retention of 504 positions.
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Retail Service Wholesale Manufacturing Construction
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SIC Forensic Falcons Earn National Distinction
SIC’s Forensic Falcons Speech Team captured five gold, two
silver, and twelve bronze medals in individual competition
at the 2016 Phi Rho Pi National Tournament in Costa Mesa,
California. In team competition, the team earned a silver
medal in individual events and a silver medal overall. The
Falcons competed in the Wyman division, the tournament’s
largest division, and faced competition from 604 students
representing 64 schools from across the nation.
The team, coached by Paul Cummins, Dr. Tyler Billman
and Jenny Billman, also won both state and regional
championships this year.
SIC Forensic Falcons: (Front row, l-r) Cassidy Maynard and Cassandra Watkins of Harrisburg, Brooklyn Beckham and Kelsey
Bartok of Eldorado. (Middle row) Rachael Hooven (Harrisburg), Carrice McDaniel (Harrisburg), Britta Suits (Broughton),
Shay Wood (Shawneetown), Haley Rushing (Marion), and Alli Haley (Carmi). (Back Row) Adam Wasson (Herod), Caleb Abbot
(Harrisburg), Gabe Motsinger (Carrier Mills), Preston Boone (Harrisburg), and Zeb Sanderson (Harrisburg).
SIC Students Recognized with National Honors in Atlanta
Southeastern Illinois College Phi Beta Lambda (PBL)
students, Mitchell Masterson of Carmi and Austin Cisco of
Broughton, along with advisor Kelsie Bond-Rodman, joined
more than 1,700 of America’s best and brightest college
students as they traveled to the Peach State to connect with
top future business leaders and showcase their talents in
business competition.
The PBL National Leadership Conference was held June
24–27, 2016, in Atlanta to help college students enhance
their business skills, expand their networks, and participate
in 60 business and business-related competitive events.
Masterson, having earned a second place finish in the state
PBL competition in April, advanced to national competition
to earn a top 15 spot in the public speaking event.
Cisco placed in the top 15 in the nation on the social media
challenge. He advanced to nationals by winning third place
in the state with teammates, Tanner Dutton of Rosiclare
and Jonathan Fricks of Raleigh.
PBL students at SIC have earned five first place national
awards and 43 total national awards since the club began
in 1989.
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Southeastern Illinois College students attended the
PBL national conference in Atlanta. Pictured (l-r) are
Mitchell Masterson, Advisor Kelsie Bond-Rodman,
and Austin Cisco.

Building for Tomorrow
Brick Fundraiser for Tornado Memorial & Fountain Project
On Wednesday, Feb. 24, Southeastern Illinois
College held a memorial honoring the victims
of the 2012 Leap Day Tornado.
During the event, many representatives of SIC
spoke, including Brenna Butler, SIC Student
Government President, Dr. Pat York, SIC
Board of Trustees Chair and Dr. Jonah Rice,
SIC President, who also spoke on behalf of
the SIC Foundation. The SIC Concert Choir
performed Homeward Bound led by director,
Cory Garmane. The keynote speaker for the day was Patty Ferrell, mother of the youngest tornado victim, Jaylynn Ferrell,
a 2011 SIC nursing graduate and Registered Nurse at Harrisburg Medical Center.
Ferrell spoke of the strength of the community during and
after the devastation, as well as the remembrance of the
tornado and lives that were taken.
“We want to focus today and through the next week to
remember the lives that were lost, because although towns
and homes can be rebuilt, our lives have been forever
changed,” said Ferrell. “We need to keep living to honor
those we have lost, and ourselves. We need to treasure
every breath.”
This event also allowed SIC’s Student Government to kick
off a fundraising project, Building for Tomorrow to raise
money for a tornado memorial and fountain project.
“Since 2012, it has been Student Government’s desire
to have a permanent memorial on campus to honor the
victims,” said Butler. “We are honored to finally be able
to bring this memorial to fruition along with the fountain
project which has been in the works even longer.”
The memorial will include the names of the Leap Day
Tornado victims, while the existing fountain will be
resurfaced and given a fresh, new look.
This project is made possible by the fundraising efforts
of Student Government and support provided by the
SIC Foundation, and allows individuals to purchase
laser engraved bricks for installation on the fountain and
memorial. The project began in summer 2016 with hopes
of completion during the fall semester.
SIC Student Government President Brenna Butler
(right), introduces keynote speaker Patty Ferrell
during the Leap Day Tornado Memorial event.
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SIC’s Model Illinois Government Team
Wins Third Consecutive Championship
SIC clinched its record third consecutive MIG championship
in February 2016 marking its first three-peat in school
history when it was named Outstanding Small Delegation
at the simulation.
During competition, students have the opportunity to
debate bills in the actual House and Senate chambers in
Springfield. This year, more than 300 students competed
from 21 colleges and universities across the state.
Southeastern Illinois College led all small schools in total
points, leadership positions, and major awards. “What is
particularly impressive is that not only is SIC the smallest
school in terms of enrollment at the simulation, but the
team is the third smallest in number of competitors,” said
political science instructor and advisor Matt Lees. “To
score ten points with just six students is truly impressive.”
SIC Alumni Share Their
Experiences in Politics
SIC Alumni and former MIG award-winners Joe Debose (left)
and Jenny Pruitt (enter) came back to visit advisor Matt Lees
(right) and speak to students about their careers in political
science.
SIC students got an inside look into the world of politics
during the annual Constitution Week in Sept. 2015. SIC’s
Chair of Social Science Division, Matt Lees invited SIC
alumni Jenny Pruitt and Joe Debose, former Southeastern
Model Illinois Government award-winners, to speak to a
number of students of all different areas of study.
After SIC, Pruitt worked for Governor Rauner’s campaign
where she led all downstate staffers in voter contacts.
While working on the campaign, she impressed her peers
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The SIC Model Illinois Government team won their division
at the state competition in Springfield for the third year in
a row. Pictured (l-r) are Stephanie Johns of Omaha, Tracy
Stokich of Galatia, Jenny Pruitt of Broughton, Advisor
Matt Lees, James Eversole of Norris City, Ryan Dennison of
Harrisburg, and Dana Hooven of Harrisburg.
so much that she earned a unanimous recommendation
to join Congressman John Shimkus’ staff. Pruitt currently
serves as a Congressional Aide where she deals with policy,
constituent service and runs Shimkus’ Harrisburg office.
After Debose left SIC, he started working as a political
consultant for The Eagle Forum. He has worked campaigns
across the country. He travelled to Nebraska to work on Ben
Sasse’s U.S. Senate race, then later went to South Carolina
where he worked on Governor Nikki Haley’s campaign and
worked for the South Carolina House caucus. Debose also
participated in Rick Snyder’s gubernatorial campaign in
Michigan and Terri Bryant’s primary campaign in Southern
Illinois. He currently works as a strategist and mid-west
director for political consulting firm, Trafalgar LLC.
Southeastern has a strong history of producing graduates
who continue on in the political science field.
“This small school has produced a senior member of
Speaker Madigan’s staff who later started her own lobbying
firm, three state representatives and a member of Congress,”
said Lees. “I am also proud to say this trend has continued
in recent years. SIC graduate Katie Pennell, is currently
working in Washington as a member of the Obama
administration, while another alumnus, Josh McClusky,
served as one of Governor Quinn’s field coordinators.”

Graves-Absher Scholarship
A new scholarship has been established with the
Southeastern Illinois College Foundation. This is an annual
gift valued at $40,000. The Graves-Absher Scholarship is
being given by Gordon and Linda (Absher) Graves who
both have strong feelings for the importance of a good
education.
“Gordon comes from a family of educators,” said Linda
Graves. “His grandparents, parents, two brothers, and his
four children have all taught. As for me, I retired after 30
years in education. I truly have a love for students and am
aware of the challenges they face today.”
A recipient will be chosen by an appointed committee at
Southeastern. Funds from this scholarship will pay for
tuition, fees, required course supplies, and books for a
Harrisburg High School or Carrier Mills-Stonefort High
School student with a minimum of a 3.0 grade point
average (GPA) who enrolls at SIC and upon graduation
then transfers to a regionally accredited senior institution
to complete a bachelor’s degree.
“We wanted to encourage local graduates to attend SIC,”
said Gordon Graves. “The community is fortunate to have
such a fine college.”
The recipient is required to maintain a 3.0 GPA and good
citizenship throughout the duration of the scholarship.
Upon graduation at SIC and acceptance into a senior
institution, the funds remaining after paid expenses at
Southeastern will then be distributed equally between
their junior and senior year paid directly to the senior
institution for tuition, fees, required course materials, and
books.
“Gordon and I want to help the community by offering an
opportunity to students who might not be able to go to
college or to students who would be saddled with a huge
Linda (Absher) and Gordon Graves established a new scholarship
with the Southeastern Illinois College Foundation to encourage
graduates to attend SIC.
debt after graduation,” said Linda Graves. “It is our hope
that the student who is awarded this scholarship realizes
that it takes hard work to achieve a dream, and hope the
winner is willing to put in the time and effort required to
complete their education.”
President of SIC, Dr. Jonah Rice said, “Southeastern
Illinois College is so very fortunate to have such a generous
gift as the Graves-Absher Scholarship. This type of giving
demonstrates a commitment from the donors to support
our local high school students at Harrisburg and Carrier
Mills-Stonefort High Schools, our local college, and
the region. This scholarship serves as an example that
beginning at Southeastern can lead to success at a four-year
institution with significant cost savings. It’s an investment
in the future for which we are forever grateful.”
SIC Nursing Programs Earn Top Rankings Again in 2015
Southeastern Illinois College’s nursing program has
exceeded expectations once again with superior pass rates
in both the Practical Nursing program (PN) and Associate
Degree in Nursing (ADN) program state pass rates for 2015.
SIC’s PN pass rate was tied for first place at 100 percent.
Average statewide pass rates for practical nursing was 88
percent. The national pass rate average was 82 percent.
The ADN pass rate was 92 percent, placing SIC in the top
quarter among all colleges in the State. The average state
pass rate was 86 percent. The national average was 85 percent.
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SIC Foundation
The Southeastern Illinois College Foundation was formed
by the College’s Board of Trustees in November 1983 to
provide a means of raising and administering private funds
to support activities and programs at the College. The
Foundation promises strong stewardship of gifts and will
be prudent in the use of donations.
In 2015, the Foundation Audit reported more than $3
million in long-term investments alone that help many
students achieve their dreams.
Endowment Fund
The purpose of the
Endowment Fund is to
establish a guaranteed financial base from which interest
income can be drawn annually to help meet the evergrowing
educational needs of students, needs that cannot
be met with the traditional and limited financial resources
available to community colleges.
Foundation Increases Funding
for High Achiever Scholarship
The SIC Foundation has come together with Southeastern
to increase funding to the High Achiever Scholarship and
help ease the financial burden students face to receive higher
education.
The High Achiever Scholarship is an award for the top
academic performer at each of SIC’s in-district high schools.
Before, the High Achiever Scholarship was valued at $3,100
per year, divided equally between fall and spring semester.
Beginning with new recipients in the fall semester of 2016,
the scholarship will be increased to $3,600 per year, equaling
$1,800 per semester for tuition and fees.
This scholarship requires a 3.0 grade point average or higher
and is awarded by the high school guidance counselor. All
scholarship recipients must be continuously enrolled at SIC,
complete a minimum of 12 semester hours and maintain
excellent academic standing. The students also get to
participate in a service learning opportunity where they will
work to help others achieve their educational dreams.
Giving
Every gift makes a difference and enables us
to seize opportunities as they arise. There are
numerous types of gifts that can be made to the Southeastern
Illinois College Foundation and Alumni and Friends. Gifts
that are not restricted in use give SIC the flexibility to meet
current challenges and opportunities. Unrestricted gifts
can be the most valuable to the campus.
Possible gifts include:
• Cash
• Securities (stocks, bonds, and mutual fund shares)
• Personal Property or Equipment
• Real Property
• Insurance
If you would like to discuss a gift or donate using
another option, please contact us.
Southeastern Illinois College
Advancement Office
3575 College Road
Harrisburg, Illinois 62946
Phone: (618) 252-5400 Ext. 2482
Fax: (618) 252-0037
Email: sky.fowler@sic.edu
“The Foundation continues to
look for new ways to support
students in attaining their
higher education goals. By
easing that financial burden
on our young people, we give
them that extra boost toward
finishing their degrees and becoming productive employees
and leaders of the community. We appreciate all those who
aid us in this endeavor.”
David Port - SIC Foundation Chair
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Scholarships
New scholarships in 2015-16
The Gene Humphrey Scholarship Fund in memory
of Hughie E. Humphrey honors the memory of
both Rolene Humphrey’s husband and his son.
Available to full-time students with high academic
performance who are majoring in a science,
technology, engineering or math discipline.
The Carla’s Wings of a Butterfly ADN Scholarship
was established in honor of a cherished SIC nursing
instructor by her family. Funds from this scholarship
will pay for tuition, fees and books for a student in
the Associate Degree Nursing program.
Graves-Absher Scholarship
(Profiled on page 8)
The Foundation processes over 230 scholarships every
year, providing students with thousands of dollars
to help them achieve their dreams. Scholarships
help cover tuition, books, and related expenses
that make education accessible and affordable.
Yearly, more than 70 percent of Southeastern students
receive some form of financial aid and/or scholarships
and approximately $4 million is awarded.
The application deadline for scholarships is Feb. 28.
Additional information can be found on the web at
www.sic.edu/scholarships.
Alumni & Friends
The Southeastern Illinois College Alumni & Friends
Association was created to continue the relationship between
the College and its former students. There are three levels of
membership priced between $30 and $100, in addition to
a new lifetime membership priced at $1,000 ($200/year for
five years) that will be used to start building a new alumni
endowment. Benefits of membership in the Association vary
and range from discounts on events and bookstore items to
free season tickets for theatre productions, free athletic events
and free fitness center usage.
The SIC Alumni & Friends Association has established
a scholarship program that is open to all students with
preference given to children/legal wards of current
members of the Association.
“I chose SIC because it is close to home, and I just wasn’t ready to go away to
a big university yet. SIC has already done a lot for me – being able to take
college classes during high school was a big help to get a jump on college.”
“Scholarships allow me to focus on school without stressing about
the money … and that’s the important thing.”
Rachel Mace
Foundation Scholarship Recipient from Eldorado
Majors: Business and Music
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Friendraising
Breakfast with Santa
Southeastern Illinois College held Breakfast with Santa on Saturday,
Dec. 5 in conjunction with SIC theatre’s musical production of A
Christmas Story.
Nearly 160 people enjoyed a pancake breakfast, story time, selfies
with a cute little Christmas dog (nicknamed Santa Paws for the day),
coloring time with “Santa’s helpers” and of course, pictures with the
jolly man himself.
Numerous clubs, sponsors and volunteers were involved with the success of Breakfast with Santa including Art, Math
and Science, Nursing, Phi Beta Lambda (business club), Phi Theta Kappa (honor society), Student Ambassadors, Student
Activities, Student Government, Theta Sigma Phi (theatre club) and Auxiliary Services. The nearly $800 raised will help
provide scholarships to area students.
“This event was fun for everyone involved,” said Melody Bryant, communications and relations specialist, and organizer
of the event. “I truly enjoyed watching SIC students, faculty and staff come together for the children of this area. It was an
absolute pleasure to see the joy on the children’s faces when it was their turn to see Santa. This event was a complete success.
What a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit!”
Plans are underway to offer this event to the community again next year.
Three-year-old Hallee Whitlock of Elizabethtown enjoys
her breakfast after seeing Santa during Breakfast with
Santa at SIC.
Magician and Entertainer, Chris Egelston brought
children up as assistants during his magic show at Under
the Big Top children’s event at SIC.
Fun was had by all who attended Under the Big Top at Southeastern
Illinois College on Saturday, April 23 in conjunction with SIC theatre’s
production of Barnum: The Musical.
Over 100 people attended the event, which included entertainment by
magician Chris Egelston, a petting zoo by Joe Phillips, balloon animals,
face painting, games and prizes as well as cotton candy, popcorn and
many other tasty treats. Several volunteers even came dressed as clowns
lending even more of a circus feel to the event.
Numerous clubs, sponsors and volunteers were involved with the success
of Under the Big Top including Art, Circle K, Cosmetology, Math and
Science, Nursing, Phi Beta Lambda (business club), Student Ambassadors, Student Activities, Student Government, Theta
Sigma Phi (theatre club), SIC Auxiliary Services and SIC Environmental services. Carrier Mills United Methodist Church
allowed SIC to use their cotton candy machine, McKinley Avenue Baptist Church provided the elephant game, and Legence
Bank donated the popcorn.
“I was excited to see our SIC students enjoy making this a fun day for the children,” said Angie Wilson, marketing coordinator
and event co-coordinator. “The magician did a great job of getting the kids involved in the show, and Joe Philips brought out
some adorable baby animals that the kids just loved! He even brought out a tiny pony for the kids sit on, which was such a
great addition.”
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Under the Big Top

SIC Budget Summary
Southeastern Illinois College District 533
Current Operating Funds Legal Budget
for the Year ending June 30, 2016
SIC will end 2016 being
owed $2 million from the
State. The college will
then begin 2017 with only
33 % of its expected revenue
from the State, leaving
over $2 million in question
– again! Reserves helped
mitigate this unprecedented
State impasse, but Springfield
must fix their problems
soon for all of Illinois
higher education.
Budgeted Revenues By Sources
Local Taxes and Chargebacks
State Government
Tuition and Fees
Other Sources & Transfers IN
Total Budgeted Revenues & Transfers
34%
18%
4%
44%
#’s in Millions
2.15
4.70
4.06
0.51
11.8
Budgeted Revenues by Sources
Budgeted Revenues by Sources
34%
18%
4%
44%
State
Other
Local Tax
Students
State
Other
Local Tax
Students
% of Total
18%
44%
34%
4%
100%
Budgeted Program Expenses
Instruction and Academic Support
Student Services
Institutional Support
Building and Grounds
0.76
Budgeted Program Expenses
Transfers Out
Total Budgeted Expenses & Transfers
Budgeted Program Expenses
#’s in Millions
4.31
2.50
2.75
1.48
11.8
% of Total
37%
21%
23%
13%
6%
100%
37%
21% 21%
13%
13%
6%
23% 6%
23%
Student Services Student Services
Building and Building Groundsand Grounds
Transfers Out
Transfers Out
Institutional
Institutional
Instruction
Instruction
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SIC Facts
Type of College: Public two-year comprehensive community college
Founded: 1960
Location: Harrisburg, with an extension site in Carmi
College District #553: Gallatin, Hardin, Pope and Saline Counties; portions of Hamilton,
Johnson, Williamson and White Counties
Assed Evaluation: $524,334,126
Annual Enrollment: Approximately 5,000 full and part-time students
Student to Instructor Ratio: 16:1
Tuition: $99 per credit hour as of 2016-2017
Students Who Receive Some Form of Financial Aid: Approximately 70%
Degrees/Certificates Offered: Approximately 50
Transfer Programs: More than 60
For the complete legal budget, audited financial support and more facts, visit www.sic.edu
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Our Mission:
Southeastern Illinois College enhances
lifelong learning by providing quality
accessible educational programs,
cultural enrichment opportunities, and
support for economic development.
www.sic.edu
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