Submission period for IVCC Paul Simon Essay opens

JANUARY 24, 2024

The submission period for Illinois Valley Community College’s 2024 Paul Simon Student Essay Contest is open.

The student who best describes “How IVCC has changed my life” will win $300 and read their essay at the May 18 Commencement ceremony.

All currently enrolled full- or part-time IVCC students are eligible. Essays must be 500 words or less and be submitted as an attachment to Community_Relations@ivcc.edu. Deadline is noon Friday, Feb. 23.

The winning essay will be entered in the Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) statewide contest. One submission will be chosen for a $500 award.

For information, contact Vice President of Student Services Mark Grzybowski at 815 224 0393 or email Mark_Grzybowski@ivcc.edu.