Mr. Daniel O’Connor
WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Daniel O’Connor by honoring him with the title of Faculty Emeritus; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor was hired in 1981 as a faculty member for the automotive program and went on to dedicate 35.53 years to the IVCC automotive program; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor was a dedicated faculty member and an automotive electrical expert in the Illinois Valley area who could be relied upon to support local dealerships and technicians who had difficult issues; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor served the profession state-wide as the President of the Illinois College Automotive Instructors Association, served on the Board of Directors for six years, hosted two ICAIA conferences at Illinois Valley Community College and then took on the role of the ICAIA database manager for at least 20 years, well into retirement; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor promoted the program through radio promotions, Rotary and other civic organization meetings, and IVCC recruitment events; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor supported new faculty members as a mentor, would return to teach as an adjunct faculty as needed, and continues to actively support the IVCC Foundation; and
WHEREAS, Mr. O’Connor has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during his employment, and has championed the role of the College in the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community
College that it approves the designation of Faculty Emeritus for Daniel O’Connor.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to
Daniel O’Connor for his dedication, generosity, and service to Illinois Valley Community
College and to the students, staff, and faculty members who have been positively impacted
his over 35 years of service to the College.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on December 12, 2024 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Faculty Emeritus status for Daniel O’Connor hereunto will be listed on the website and identified in publications related to the history of the College and that the use of the title “Faculty Emeritus” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.
Effective this 12th Day of December, 2024