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Illinois College’s orchid research collaboration earns second gold medal in a row at 2026 Chelsea Flower Show

Illinois College has once again earned international recognition for orchid conservation research, as its collaborative Orchid Conservation Chelsea exhibit was awarded a second consecutive Gold Medal at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London.

Illinois College to host Camp College for Jacksonville-Area Students

Local middle and high school students are invited to the Illinois College campus this summer for Camp College, a two-day immersive experience designed to introduce students to STEAM projects, college life and career exploration. The camp will take place June 15 - 16 and is open to rising sixth graders through eight graders and rising freshmen through seniors.

Biology students continue decades of research experience in Florida Keys

Illinois College students traded the classroom for coral reefs over spring break, immersing themselves in hands-on discovery in the Florida Keys as part of the College’s marine biology course.

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Research and Learning

Illinois College’s orchid research collaboration earns second gold medal in a row at 2026 Chelsea Flower Show

Illinois College has once again earned international recognition for orchid conservation research, as its collaborative Orchid Conservation Chelsea exhibit was awarded a second consecutive Gold Medal at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London.

Illinois College to host Camp College for Jacksonville-Area Students

Local middle and high school students are invited to the Illinois College campus this summer for Camp College, a two-day immersive experience designed to introduce students to STEAM projects, college life and career exploration. The camp will take place June 15 - 16 and is open to rising sixth graders through eight graders and rising freshmen through seniors.

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Biology students continue decades of research experience in Florida Keys

Illinois College students traded the classroom for coral reefs over spring break, immersing themselves in hands-on discovery in the Florida Keys as part of the College’s marine biology course.

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Illinois College honors alumni and community leaders at annual celebration

Illinois College recognized outstanding alumni and community members during its annual Society Celebration and Alumni Association Awards Dinner, held April 24 at Hamilton’s in downtown Jacksonville. The event brought together alumni, donors and friends of the College to celebrate leadership, service and the collective impact of philanthropic support on the student experience.

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