Steven Gardner, Francis McReynolds Smith Professor of International Understanding and professor of global studies - Spanish, has long been a champion of cultural exchange and global education.

IC Athletics made history in 2023-24, achieving national recognition in multiple sports. The Blueboys and Lady Blues reached unprecedented heights, with both football and men’s basketball teams reaching the NCAA Postseason—an accomplishment that…

With nearly 200 years of experience, Illinois College has a rich history of academic excellence and a commitment to nurturing leaders who shape the future. IC’s first graduates, Richard Yates and Jonathan Spilman, set the tone for the institution’s…

The Illinois College community is filled with countless stories of people who make a difference with their generosity and of
those who have been the beneficiaries of this philanthropic community.

Illinois College’s vision is to inspire achievement and empower students to make a difference in the world.

Access to faculty experts and mentors, small class sizes, a multi-faceted approach to academics and hands-on learning will prepare you with the skills to succeed in any 21st-century career. Check out the following stories to learn more about how the…