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STUDENT GUIDE
to Rock Valley College
R ckValleyCollege.edu
1WELCOME TO ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE!
We’re so glad you have started your journey at RVC!
We know that starting class can feel exciting and overwhelming.
We are here to help. Rock Valley College wants to help you succeed!
The RVC website is a great resource for students.
Check it out at: RockValleyCollege.edu.
We hope this guide will provide some helpful information
to start your journey at RVC!
For information on current COVID-19 guidelines, visit:
R ckValleyCollege.edu/Covid19
R ckValleyCollege.edu/Covid19
R ckValleyCollege.edu/Covid19
2TABLE OF CONTENTS
• Welcome to Rock Valley College.......................2
• COVID-19 Information............................................2
• Stay Connected!.........................................................4
• Important Dates ........................................................5
• Learning Tools & Technology
Password Management, and
Academic Advising....................................................6
• RVC Student Resources....................................7-9
• Main Campus Map.................................................10
• Building Locations Map.......................................11
• Annual Security Report........................................12
• FAQs .....................................................................13-14
• ABCs of RVC (acronyms) ...................................15
3STAY CONNECTED!
Want to know what’s happening on campus? Here are a few tips to stay connected:
1. MyRVC provides our students with quick access to the most commonly needed
resources, including Online Services, Eagle, student email, password management,
and more!
2. Check your RVC email regularly. It’s the official communication from the college
and this is where you may receive information from Financial Aid, campus offices,
and other updates: RockValleyCollege.edu/Mail. Every Monday an email is sent
out to students from RVC-Public Relations@ RockValleyCollege.edu.
3. Log in to EAGLE, RVC’s Learning Management System, regularly, to check your
online courses and any announcements: RockValleyCollege.edu/EAGLE.
4. Follow RVC on social media: RockValleyCollege.edu/About/FollowRVC.cfm.
5. Join a club or organization, attend an event, or get a job on campus.
Check out ENGAGE to find out what’s happening on campus:
RockValleyCollege.edu/ENGAGE.
6. Sign up for RVC Text Alerts: RockValleyCollege.edu/Alert.
7. There are TVs throughout the campus with RVC helpful information and that is
also where you’ll find events posted.
4STAY UP TO DATE ON IMPORTANT DATES
Students should know due dates for their classes
(exam dates, paper due dates, etc.) and they should also be
up-to-date on RVC’s academic calendar:
RockValleyCollege.edu/ImportantDates.
Students should check the RVC calendar and their balance due in
Online Services to ensure payment deadlines are met to avoid
being taken out of classes due to non-payment.
August
• New Student Welcome
• Fall semester begins
September
• Labor Day: Campus Closed
October
• FAFSA opens for the next academic year
• Spring and Winterim registration begins
• Fall Graduation applications due
November
• Thanksgiving break
December
• Fall Final Exams
• Winter break
• Winterim classes begin
January
• New Student Welcome
• Spring semester begins
February
• RVC Foundation Engineering Scholarships Due
March
• Summer registration begins
• Spring Graduation applications due
April
• Fall registration begins
• RVC Foundation Scholarships Due
May
• Spring Final Exams
• Commencement
• Summer 1 classes begin
• Memorial Day: Campus Closed
June
• June 19th - Juneteenth: Campus Closed
• Summer 2 classes begin
• Summer graduation applications due
July
• July 4th: Campus Closed
5LEARNING TOOLS &TECHNOLOGY
EAGLE
EAGLE is a Learning Management System (LMS). Instructors may use EAGLE for
assignments, quizzes, exams, turning in papers or projects, discussion posts, etc.
Online courses rely more heavily on EAGLE. EAGLE can be accessed at:
RockValleyCollege.edu/EAGLE. There is also an app for EAGLE, called the Canvas app.
Laptops
If you don’t have your own computer or laptop, you can contact EAGLE support to find out about renting a laptop
for the semester: (815) 921-4646.
Computer Labs
Students can use the computers in the Library, located on the first floor of the Educational Resource Center (ERC)
and the computer lab on the first floor of the Woodward Technology Center (WTC).
Printing is available in both buildings.
Calculators
If you need a calculator for your math class, call (815) 921-4044 to find out more information.
Office 365
Students have access to FREE Microsoft Office while taking classes at RVC.
Find out how to download Microsoft 365 here: RockValleyCollege.edu/Office365.
Zoom
Zoom is an online conference tool that can be used for groups or 1:1 meetings. Zoom can be accessed on
most smart phones, tablets and computers. For optimal use, a microphone and camera are recommended.
Zoom is often used in synchronous online courses or virtual events. Learn more at: www.zoom.us.
Wi-Fi on Campus
RVC offers Wi-Fi to our guests while on campus. Learn more about using our Wi-Fi here:
RockValleyCollege.edu/WiFi.
RVC Mobile App
Download “Ellucian Go,” the RVC mobile app.
PASSWORD MANAGEMENT
You will log in to your EAGLE account, Online Services, and student email with your student I.D. number
and your password that you created. If you forget your password, visit our password management site:
RockValleyCollege.edu/Password. You can also contact our Welcome Center (Information Center)
at (815) 921-4250 for assistance.
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Students at Rock Valley College have a variety of degree and certificate options. Our transfer degrees (Associate
of Arts, Associate in Science, and Associate in Engineering Science) prepare students to transfer to a four-year
college or university. Our Career and Technical programs provide students with coursework that prepares them
to enter a career after RVC. The key for either path is to meet with an Academic or Career Advisor regularly to
ensure you are taking the coursework that will help you meet your goals. The degrees and certificates offered at
RVC are listed on our website as well as in the College Catalog. Students also need to complete a graduation
application when they are preparing to graduate. Advising appointments can be made by calling (815) 921-4100.
6RVC STUDENT RESOURCES
Academic Advising
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4100
• Email: RVC-ATA@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Advising
Athletics
• Location: Physical Education Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-3801
• Dept. Website: RVCSports
Bookstore
• Location: Ground Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-1680
• Email: sm687@bncollege.com
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Bookstore
Career Services
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4100
• Email: RVC-CareerServices@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/CareerServices
Community Education
• Location: Classroom Building II, Room 115, 1st Floor
• Phone Number: (815) 921- 3900
• Email: RVC-CCE@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE
Continuing Education
• Location: Classroom Building II, Room 115, 1st Floor
• Phone Number: (815) 921- 3900
• Email: RVC-CCE@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/CCE
Dean of Students
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4284
Disability Support Services (DSS)
• Location: Ground Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-2371
• Email: RVC-DisabilityServices@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/DisabilityServices
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4007
EAGLE Support
• Location: 2nd Floor of the ERC
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4646
• Email: EagleSupport@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Eagle
7Eagles Nest Food Pantry
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4637
• Email: RVC-TRiO@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/TRiO
• Mission:
The mission of the Eagles Nest Food Pantry is to combat food insecurity by distributing food to
all current RVC students with a student I.D., including those enrolled in GED and ESL classes.
The program collects and stores foods to distribute free-of-charge to ALL RVC students. ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE
There are also some personal care items.
Estelle M. Black Library
• Location: Educational Resource Center (ERC) 1st & 2nd Floors
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4626
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/
Financial Aid
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4150
• Email: RVC-FIA@RockValleyCollege.edu
First Year Experience Office (FYE)/Peer Mentors
• Location: 1st Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4094
• Email: RVC-FYE@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/FYE
Fitness Lab
• Location: 1st Floor, Physical Education Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-3820
Intercultural Student Services
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4116
Math Lab
• Location: Jacobs Center for Science & Math 1st Floor
• Email: RVC-MathLab@RockValleyCollege.edu
Office of Student Success
• Email: RVC-Success@RockValleyCollege.edu
Payment Center
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Email: RVC-AR@RockValleyCollege.edu
Personal and Success Counseling
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4105
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/PersonalCounseling
Records and Registration
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4250
• Email: RVC-Records@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Records
8RVC Foundation
• Location: Spring Brook House (back door)
• Phone Number: (815) 921-5699
• Email: RVC-Foundation@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Foundation
RVC Police
• Location: 1st Floor, Support Services Building (SSB)
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4357
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/RVCPD
Student Life
• Location: 1st Floor of the Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4184
• Email: StudentLife@RockValleyCollege.edu
Testing Center
• Location: Ground Floor of the Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-2385
• Email: RVC-Testing-Center@RockValleyCollege.edu
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Testing
TRiO
• Location: 2nd Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4642
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/TRiO
Tutoring Center
• Location: Ground Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-2370
• Email: RVC-Tutoring@RockValleyCollege.edu
• RockValleyCollege.edu/Tutoring
Welcome (Information) Center
• Location: 1st Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-4250
• Email: Admissions@RockValleyCollege.edu
Writing Center
• Location: Ground Floor, Student Center
• Phone Number: (815) 921-2370
• Dept. Web Page: RockValleyCollege.edu/Writing
If you need to contact a staff or faculty member at RVC, you can find their contact info on our website:
RockValleyCollege.edu/Directory.
Students can access the RVC Student Handbook (RockValleyCollege.edu/StudentHandbook) and
RVC College Catalog (RockValleyCollege.edu/Catalog) on our website.
9MAIN CAMPUS MAP
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Main Campus Visit our interactive
Main Campus Map:
RockValleyCollege.edu/Maps
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Main Campus North Main Street Center (NMST) Bell School Road Center (BELL) Aviation Career Education Center (ACEC)
3301 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61114 303 N. Main Street, Rockford, IL 61101 (in the Supply Core Building) 3350 N. Bell School Road, Rockford, IL 61114 6045 Cessna Drive, Rockford, IL 61109
[CLI, CLII, ERC (Library & PAR), HSC, JCSM, PEC, SC, SSB, houses Workforce Development: “employment-based” Home to Center for Learning in Retirement (CLR) & many Aviation Maintenance Technology Program
Spring Brook House, Starlight Theatre, WTC, Bldg. G-Piano Lab] Adult & Dislocated Workers Program (DWP), Community & Continuing Education (CCE) classes
Program, plus Refugee & Immigrant Services Advanced Technology Center (ATC)
RVC Downtown (RVCD) (2nd Floor, Rockford Register Star Building) Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE) 1400 Big Thunder Boulevard, Belvidere, IL 61008
99 E. State Street, Rockford, IL 61104 4151 Samuelson Road, Rockford, IL 61109 Home to CNC Machining, Industrial Maintenance,
Home to Adult Education, Developmental Reading & Math, interchange (on & off freeway/tollway) Automotive & Truck Driver Training (TDT) Programs Mechatronics, Truck Driver Training (TDT), & Welding
plus General Education Credit ClassesRVC LOCATIONS
Advanced Technology Center (ATC) Main Campus
1400 Big Thunder Boulevard, Belvidere, Illinois 61008 3301 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, Illinois 61114
• CNC • Associate of Arts Degree (A.A.)
• Fork Lift Training • Associate in Science Degree (A.S.)
• Mechatronics • Associates of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
• Welding • Associate in Engineering Science Degree (A.E.S.)
• Custom Training • Community Education & Whiz Kids
• Continuing Education
Aviation Career Education Center (ACEC)
• ESL
6045 Cessna Drive, Rockford, Illinois 61109
• GED
Downtown • NIU & RVC Engineering Partnership
99 E. State Street, Rockford, Illinois, 61104 • Traffic Safety Program
• Adult Education Office
• ESL
• GED
• Various credit classes
Center for Learning in Retirement (CLR)
3350 Bell School Road, Rockford, Illinois 61114
North Main Street
303 N. Main Street, Rockford, Illinois 61101
• Citizenship
• DACA
• Dislocated Workers Program (DWP)
• Illinois Immigrant Welcoming Center
• Refugee and Immigrant Services
Stenstrom Center for Career Education (SCCE)
4151 Samuelson Road, Rockford, Illinois 61109
• Automotive Program
• Truck Driver Training Program (TDT)
CAMPUS SECURITY
Rock Valley College Police Department (RVCPD)
RockValleyCollege.edu/RVCPD
Police Annual Security Report:
RockValleyCollege.edu/SecurityReport
AREA BUSES
Bus Stops RMTD (Rockford Mass Transit District)
There are two public transportation bus stops on the RVC campus
(Parking Lot 4, at the HSC north side where the Dental Clinic is right inside
that door and at the outer edge of Parking Lot 9).
Check out their schedule online: https://rmtd.org/
12NEW STUDENT
WELCOME
FAQS
Q: How do I access my schedule? Q: Where can I buy my books?
A: You can Log in to Online Services: A: RVC has a bookstore in the ground floor of the Student
RockValleyCollege.edu/OnlineServices or access it on our Center. If you use Financial Aid, there are certain dates you
website: RockValleyCollege.edu myRVC Online Services. can use your award at the RVC bookstore (see the Financial Aid
Go to the Students Menu and click on “My Class Schedule and office for details). If you are paying out of pocket, you are free
Textbook List.” to purchase or rent your books where you like.
Q: When do classes start? Q: How do I know what books I will need?
A: Fall classes begin in August & Spring classes begin in A: You can access your textbook list in Online Services.
January. (Summer 1 begins in May, Summer 2 begins in June Your instructor will also let you know what is required in the
& Winterim begins in December.) Visit RVC’s college calendar course syllabus.
online to find out important dates:
Q: What’s my student email address?
RockValleyCollege.edu/ImportantDates.
A: It is s00000000@Student.RockValleyCollege.edu (using
You can also check your schedule (see above) for the start and
your student I.D. number). You can access your webmail on our
end dates of your specific classes.
website: RockValleyCollege.edu/Email. Make sure to check
Q: How do I find my classes? your email regularly! Every Monday student’s will receive a
A: Your class schedule will tell you meeting times, buildings, “Daily News” email.
rooms, etc. If you’d like a campus tour, visit the Information Q: I’m taking an Online Class & don’t know what to do!
Desk/Welcome Center (first floor of the Student Center) to A: You can access your course on RVC’s Learning Management
schedule one. System, EAGLE: RVCEagle.Instructure.com/login. Once your
Q: How do I pay my tuition? course is published, you should be able to access your course
A: You can pay in Online Services or visit the Payment Center on materials there.
the second floor of the Student Center. Q: What’s EAGLE?
A: EAGLE is an acronym for Electronic Advanced Group
Q: Do I need a parking permit?
Learning Environment and is an online Learning Management
A: No, parking is free and first come/first served.
System. Some instructors use it to post announcements,
Q: Where can I buy food on campus? notes, quizzes, etc. EAGLE has an inbox, calendar, and other
A: Subway and Papa John’s are located on the 1st floor of the functions. Some RVC instructors will have you turn in your
Student Center. There are a variety of vending machines on homework via EAGLE. To learn more about EAGLE, attend a
campus & the Bookstore has quick snacks for sale as well! Tech Connect Session: RockValleyCollege.edu/Admission/FYE/
TechConnect.
Q: Do I need to get a student I.D.?
If so, where can I get it? Q: What does synchronous and asynchronous mean?
A: Your student I.D. is FREE and will be needed for transactions A: Synchronous online classes will have a specific meeting
in the Bookstore, checking out library books, and other time that you will need to log in to, most likely with an
functions on campus. You can get it at the Information Desk/ online conferencing tool such as Zoom. Asynchronous online
Welcome Center (first floor of the Student Center). Check with courses do not have a specific meeting time, but require you
them to schedule an appointment to make your I.D. to complete work by certain deadlines established by your
instructor.
More questions? Contact the First Year Experience office at RVC-FYE@RockValleyCollege.edu
13NEW STUDENT
WELCOME
FAQS
Q: What is a hybrid class? Q: What if I don’t do well in my classes?
A: A hybrid class is taught partially online and partially in A: College level classes are challenging, but RVC has a variety of
person. Hybrid classes can be synchronous or asynchronous. resources to help you succeed. Students are encouraged to visit
RVC’s Writing Center, Tutoring Center, Library, Math Lab, Science
Q: How do I know what classes I need to take at RVC? Resource Room, and other campus resources. These resources
A: The classes you need to take depend on your goals. Classes are paid for with your student fees, so make sure to use them!
vary by the degree you are pursuing, what you plan to major
in, the catalog year you started in, etc. You should meet with Q: I had a disability/IEP in high school.
an Academic Advisor to discuss what classes you need to reach What should I do at RVC?
your goals. A: If you had an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in high
school or a diagnosed disability, contact our Disability Support
Q: Will my schedule be the same every semester? Services (DSS) office to discuss options for accommodations at
A: You will be able to register for new classes every semester. RVC. They can be reached at (815) 921-2371 and are located on
See an Academic Advisor to discuss your classes. the ground floor of the Student Center.
Q: Do I have to take summer classes? Q: How can I make new friends at RVC?
A: Summer classes are not mandatory, but are a great option for A: Get involved on campus! Join a club or organization, try out
some students. for a team, attend a workshop, or get a job on campus. Need
help knowing where to start? Talk to a Peer Mentor in the First
Q: Will I have an Academic Advisor assigned to me? Year Experience office (located on the first floor of the Student
A: At RVC, you don’t have an assigned Academic Advisor. Center) or visit the Student Life office (also on the first floor of
To make an appointment to see an Advisor, call (815) 921-4100 the Student Center.) Also, make sure to follow RVC on social
or go to the second floor of the Student Center. New students media to find out what’s happening on campus.
may have a registration hold placed on their account if they
do not have an appointment with an Advisor during their first Q: Is there anyone on campus that I can talk to if I’m
semester. feeling depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed?
A: Yes, we have a Personal Success Counselor who is located
Q: What’s a College Catalog on the second floor of the Student Center. You can make an
A: College Catalog is a college publication describing academic appointment by calling (815) 921-4105.
programs, student services, general regulations, requirements
and procedures. The publication describes all classes offered
by the institution. It is available in the Bookstore or online at
RockValleyCollege.edu/Catalog. Your Catalog year refers to the
academic year you were first started at RVC. Your Catalog year
is important because you follow the curriculum requirements
that were in effect that academic year. For example, if you were
admitted in Fall 2013, your catalog year is 2013-2014.
More questions?
Contact the First Year Experience Office | Student Center Room 1102
(815) 921-4094
RockValleyCollege.edu/FYE | RVC-FYE@RockValleyCollege.edu
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RVC is an equal access, equal opportunityRVC
RVCACRONYMS | RockValleyCollege.edu/ABC
ACRONYMS | RockValleyCollege.edu/ABC
A A.A. Associate of Arts Degree EET* Electronic Engineering Technology MGT* Management
A.A.R.C. American Association for Respiratory Care EGR* Engineering MHA Mental Health Act
A.A.S. Associate in Applied Science Degree ENG* English MTH* Mathematics
ABE Adult Basic Education EP Emergency Preparedness MUS* Music
ACEC Aviation Career Education Center ERC Educational Resource Center
ACES Agricultural, Consumer, & Environmental Sciences ESL English as a Second Language N NAD* Nursing Aide
A.E.S. Associate in Engineering Science Degree ESP Educational Support Personnel NBRC National Board for Respiratory Care
A.S. Associate in Science Degree NEOC Non-Violence Education and
ADA American Dental Association F F (bldg.) Barn/Silo Outreach Committee
ADA Americans with Disabilities Act FA Financial Aid Dept. NMST North Main Street Center
A.G.S. Associate in General Studies Degree FAFSA Free Application for Federal Student Aid NFA National Fire Academy
ALAS Association for Latin American Students (Student Org.) FERPA Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act NIMS National Institute for Metalworking Skills
AP Advanced Placement (testing) FLD* Fluid Power NJCAA National Junior College Athletic Assoc.
ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology (Phlebotomy) FMP Facilities Master Plan NRS* Nursing Programs
ASE Adult Secondary Education FOIA Freedom of Information Act NSW New Student Welcome
AST Association of Surgical Technology FOP Fraternal Order of Police
AST* Astronomy FPOM Facilities Planning, Operations, and O OSFM Office of the State Fire Marshal
ATA Academic & Transfer Advising Maintenance Dept.
ATC Advanced Technology Center FRE* Fire Science P PAIC Promoting An Inclusive Community
ATG* Accounting FRN* French (Diversity Committee)
ATIM Accelerated Training in Manufacturing FSEOG Federal Supplemental Education PAR Performing Arts Room
ATLE Academy for Teaching and Learning Excellence Opportunity Grant PCI* Personal Computer Information
Dept. (Faculty Development Center) FSO Faculty Support Office PCT* Personal Computer Technical Specialist
ATM* Automotive Technology FWS* Fitness, Wellness, and Sport PTK Phi Theta Kappa (Student Org.)
ATS* Atmospheric Science FY Fiscal Year PE Physical Education
AVM* Aviation Maintenance Technology FYE First Year Experience PEC Physical Education Center
AY Academic Year PGE* Physical Geography
G G (bldg.) Piano Lab PHL* Philosophy
B B.A. Bachelor of Arts GAT* Graphic Arts Technology PLB* Phebotomy
BELL Bell School Road Center GECC General Education Core Curriculum PHY* Physics
BHCC Black History and Culture Committee GED General Education Development (now HSE) POM Plant Operations & Maintenance Dept.
BHM Black History Month GEL* Geology PRS Print Services Dept.
BIO* Biology GPA Grade Point Average PSA Professional Staff Association
BIT Behavioral Intervention Team GPA Gay Pride Alliance (Student Org.) PSC* Political Science
BLRH Boiler House GRC Grade Review Committee PSR Programming Service Request (IT)
BPI Business and Professional Institute GRM* German PSY* Psychology
BoT Board of Trustees GSS Getting Started Session PTAC Procurement and Technical Assistance Center
BR# Board (of Trustees) Report Number
BS Bachelor of Science H HCCTP Highway Construction Careers Training Program R RAISE Rock Valley Academic Institute for
BST Bengt Sjostrom Theatre (Starlight) HEARRR Higher Education Alliance for the Successful Employment
BSU Black Student Union (Student Org.) Rock River Region RDG* Reading
BUS* Business HHM Hispanic Heritage Month RN Registered Nurse
HLC Higher Learning Commission RRT Registered Respiratory Therapists
C CAB Campus Activities Board (Student Org.) HLT* Health RIP Refugee & Immigrant Program
CAP Career Advancement Program HR Human Resources Dept. RSP* Respiratory Care Program
CAREER Comprehensive Agreement Regarding the HSC Health Sciences Center RVC Rock Valley College
Expansion of Educational Resources HSE High School Equivalency (formerly GED) RVCD Rock Valley College Downtown
C-CERT Campus - Community Emergency HST* History RVCPD Rock Valley College Police Department
Response Team HUM* Humanities
CCE Community & Continuing Education S SAS Speakerphone Alert System
CDA Child Development Associate Credential I IAI Illinois Articulation Initiative SBHS Spring Brook House
CEANCI Career Education Association of IB International Baccalaureate (testing) SC Student Center
North Central Illinois IBHE Illinois Board of Higher Education SCCE Stenstrom Center for Career Education
CEOP Campus Emergency Operations Plan ICAPS Integrated Career & Academic Preparation System SCM* Supply Chain Management
CIS* Computers and Information Systems ICCB Illinois Community College Board SEM Strategic Enrollment Management
CHM* Chemistry ICCFA Illinois Community College Faculty Association SES Sustainable Energy Systems
CLEP College Level Examination Program (testing) ICCTA Illinois Community College Trustees Association SGA Student Government Association (Student Org.)
CLI Classroom Building I ICTS Illinois Certification Testing System SLO Student Learning Outcomes
CLII Classroom Building II IDPH Illinois Department of Public Health SME Society of Manufacturing Engineers
CLR Center for Learning in Retirement IEP Intensive English (Language) Program SOC* Sociology
CNA Certified Nursing Assistant IFSI Illinois Fire Service Institute SPH* Speech
CNC Computer Numeric Controlled IGP Intensive GED (General Education Dev.) Program SPN* Spanish
Co-ARC Commission on Accreditation of Respiratory Care IR Institutional Research Dept. SRES Students for Responsible
CODA Commission on Dental Accreditation ISAC Illinois Student Assistance Commission Environmental Sustainable (Student Org.)
COM* Mass Communication ISS Intercultural Student Services SRS Student Retention & Success
CPIM Certified Production & Inventory Mgmt IT Information Technology Dept. SSA Support Staff Association
CPS Certified Professional Secretary Examination SSB Support Services Building
CRM* Criminal Justice J JCSM Karl J. Jacobs Center for Science & Math SSW Student Success Workshops
CRT Certified Respiratory Therapist JIAC Jobs & Innovation Accelerator Challenge START Student Admissions Relations Team
Engineering Program STU* Student Development
D DEI Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion JiET-A Joint Institute for Engineering & SURS State Universities Retirement System
DNT* Dental Hygiene Program Technology Aerospace
DOS Dean of Students JMC Japanese Multimedia & Culture Club (Student Org.) T TDL Transportation, Distribution, and Logisitics
DSS Disability Support Services TDT* Truck Driver Training
DWP Dislocated Worker Program K KPI Key Performance Indicator THE* Theatre
E E (bldg.) Administration Building L LEED Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design V V.I.P. Volunteer Incentive Program
EAGLE Electronic Advanced Group Learning Environment LIT* Literature
EAT* Engineering and Technology LMS Learning Management System W WEB* Web Information Technology
ECE* Early Childhood Education WEI Workforce Equity Initiative
ECE Education Credential Evaluators M MAP Monetary Award Program WHM Women’s History Month
ECO* Economics MCC Multicultural Club (Student Org.) WLD* Welding Technology
EDC Employee Development Committee MEC* Mechatronics WTC Woodward Technology Center
EDGAR Education Dept. General Administrative Regulations MET* Manufacturing Engineering Technology
EDU* Education MKT* Marketing
KEY * = academic abbreviation
bolded type = building or location
italic type = RVC Employee Group
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