This week, the Prairie State College Foundation asked PSC Employees to be a "Giving Heart" and make their 2026-2027 pledge during Donut 🍩 Days. Once again, PSC employees showed up and met the challenge with an impressive response. Thank you to everyone who selflessly gives to support Foundation Scholarships. Congratulations to the event's drawing winners - watch for more to come! Wish to donate? Visit Giving Opportunities
Wednesday, May 20 was the Sixty-Seventh Annual Commencement of Prairie State College. Prairie State College Foundation, on behalf of the college shares a thank you to Dr. DeRionne Pollard for sharing her powerful story of hope. ❤️ The PSC Foundation also extends a heartfelt thank you to Mr. Allan DiCastro for his unprecedented generosity to change lives through Foundation scholarships. Congratulations to all 2026 graduates🎓 now ALUMNI! You Started Near and now we will watch you GO FAR!
On May 21, the Prairie State College Foundation welcomed the Spring 2026 Basic Operations Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician graduates to the PSC Alumni family with special gifts. The celebratory evening included presentations of the Brian Carey, Star of Life, Harold Kummelehne Leadership, and Dylan T. Cunningham Servant Leader Awards. What an emotion-filled evening of joy and remembrance orchestrated by PSC Fire Science Technology & Emergency Services Coordinator, Chad Vliestra. Congratulations to all! Start Near. Go Far.
PSC retirees and those who hold a special place for Prairie State College in their heart ReCONNECTED today on campus for the first annual ReCONNECT event. A huge thank you to the event Committee in partnership with PSC faculty and the PSC Foundation in delivering an exceptional event. Today will be reminisced until we meet again. What a reunion celebrating PSC history! Event Date: Friday, May 8, 2026 Location: Prairie State College - Atrium
It’s Humanities Day at PSC - an amazing celebration where faculty and students come together in a showcase of sheer talent! The Foundation is proud to be a part as we announce the “Arts Unleashed”Scholarship Award recipients. The Rinaldi Family and the John B. Abate’ Prizes made possible by PSC faculty members and their families. We are so grateful for their generosity in support of student success! Start Near. GO FAR!!! Together, we can change lives—your support as an annual sponsor or donor makes all the difference.
Recently, the Prairie State College Foundation hosted it’s annual Economic Forecast Breakfast featuring JASON TURNER, Chief Investment Strategist and Head of Multi-Asset Strategy for Great Lakes Advisors, A Wintrust Wealth Management Company. A sincere thank you to Mr. Turner, our generous sponsors, the Spotlight scholarship recipients and all who attended in support of PSC Foundation Scholarships. It was an enjoyable, informative experience for all!
Prairie State College recently hosted it’s 37th Annual Jazz Fest with proceeds benefiting PSC Foundation scholarships. The full house witnessed an unforgettable evening of jazz, featuring world-class professionals Orbert Davis (trumpet), Len’l Glenn (saxophone), Valerie Nicholson (piano), Larry Gray (bass) and Ernie Adams (drums). Exceptional student performers shared the stage during the Jazz Master’s Jam. Retiring PSC Professor and Music Coordinator, Valerie Nicholson, was recognized and celebrated for her decades of dedication to the PSC Music Program. ♥️ Thank you Valerie for your unwavering commitment to PSC students and sharing your talents for all to enjoy!
 The Christopher Art Gallery at Prairie State College is celebrating February 9 – March 5, 2026, the work of the late Paul Rinaldi, beloved PSC professor for more than 25 years. The attendance at yesterday’s reception clearly demonstrated the lasting impact Professor Rinaldi has had on his students, his PSC family and the community. The “Seeing Through Time - Selected Works from a Creative Life” exhibit runs through March 5 and artwork will be available for purchase, with proceeds benefiting the Foundation’s Rinaldi Family Prize in the Arts Scholarship. Thank you, Paul for sharing your vision, your compassion, your hope and your creativity which continues to inspire all who had the honor of knowing you!♥️
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