Ms. Sue Isermann

WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Sue Isermann by honoring her with the title of Administrator Emerita; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isermann was hired in 1981 as an adjunct faculty teaching computer technology at the Sheridan Correctional Center and then was selected as a full-time faculty member teaching programming and software applications for 17 years; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isermann was a dedicated advocate for community college students and career and technical education, serving in multiple administrative roles including Dean of Workforce Development and Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs for a total of 35.75 years of service to the College; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isermann served as the softball coach for eight years; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isermann served the College with extraordinary dedication by overseeing the Sheridan Correctional Center education program, serving as the Ottawa Center Administrator, and filling the chief academic officer role twice as an interim to provide stability in leadership; and

WHEREAS, Ms. Isermann has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service and leadership to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during her 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 Administrator Emerita for Sue Isermann.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Sue Isermann for her dedication and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students, staff, and faculty members who have been positively impacted by her 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 Administrator Emerita status for Sue Isermann 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 “Administrator Emerita” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.

Effective this 12^th Day of December, 2024