Advisory Committees

Advisory Committees

Our Advisory Committees design programs to prepare students to directly enter the workforce after completion of a degree or certificate. Advisory Committees are composed of local and regional professionals in a program’s field and Kishwaukee College instructors. Together, employers and educators share information and ideas to ensure that the programs and curricula are responsive to real-world workforce experience. The majority of members are from outside the field of education, representing labor, management, and the general public. They serve in an advisory capacity without pay or compensation.

The Role of the Advisory Committee Member

Occupational advisory committees are mandated by both federal and state laws. You have been selected as a member of an advisory committee to lend your expertise, knowledge and experience as an advisor to public education. Individuals who are selected to serve are chosen because they have proven success in their chosen occupations. You are a valuable asset to Kishwaukee College in that you will be advising the college regarding the proper preparation of students for rewarding careers of their choice.

The students, who will be the ultimate beneficiaries of your labors on the committee, will eventually be working in the occupation or career cluster of occupations you represent. The students must be able to compete in the job market, find and hold employment in their chosen fields, be able to progress on the job, and be productive members of society. To provide a quality education for students, the college needs your advice and assistance.

What the committee will do — and the effectiveness of the process — will depend to a great extent on how well you as a member make it work. The recommendations you make, the advice you give, and the efforts you expend will all help in providing an excellent learning opportunity for Kish students.

 upcoming meetings

PROGRAM
SPRING 2024 MEETINGS
Automotive
Date: 4/03/24
Time: 7 pm
Platform: On Campus
Agenda
Minutes
Business/Office Systems
Date: 5/03/24
Time: 9 am
Platform: On Campus
Agenda
Minutes
Complementary Health Programs
Date: 3/6/24
Time: 9 am
Platform: Zoom
Minutes
Computer Information Systems
Date: 4/10/24
Time: 5:30 pm
Platform: Zoom
Agenda
Minutes
Criminal Justice
Date: 4/11/24
Time: 5:30 pm
Platform: Zoom
Agenda
Minutes
Diesel Power Technology
Date: 3/6/24
Time: 12 pm
Platform: Flex (C1121 or Zoom)
Agenda
Minutes
Early Childhood Education
Date: 3/14/24
Time: 9 am
Platform: Zoom
Minutes
Emergency Medical Services
Date: 3/20/24
Time: 2:30 pm
Platform: Off Campus (Northwestern EMS Offices in Sycamore)
Minutes
Horticulture/Agriculture
Date: 3/5/24
Time: 12 pm
Platform: Flex (C1121 or Zoom)
Minutes
Medical Assistant
Date: 4/11/24
Time: 2 pm
Platform: Zoom
Agenda
Minutes
Nursing
Date: 4/05/24
Time: 9 am
Platform: On Campus
Agenda
Minutes
Radiologic Technology
Date: 4/18/24
Time: 3 pm
Platform: Zoom
Agenda
Minutes
Truck Driver Training
Date: 4/03/24
Time: 5 pm
Platform: On Campus
Agenda
Minutes
Welding
Date: 5/02/24
Time: 12:30 pm
Platform: On Campus
Agenda
Minutes

Contact Us

Barbara LeachVice President of InstructionP815-825-9666Ebleach1@kish.eduOB1307

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