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Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills, IL

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About Moraine Valley Community College

Moraine Valley: A community college built from the ground up, rooted in its unique landscape.

Moraine Valley Community College stands as a testament to community vision and dedicated growth, offering a dynamic learning environment for prospective students and families. Born from the efforts of the Oak Lawn Rotary Club, its very name reflects a deep connection to its surroundings, chosen for the distinctive meeting point of the Tinley Moraine and Valparaiso Moraine.

From its humble beginnings in 1967, with initial classes held in leased warehouses, Moraine Valley quickly blossomed. The institution rapidly established its Palos Hills campus, opening temporary buildings by 1969 and commencing construction on its first permanent structure just a year later. This rapid development continued, with new buildings continuously added to the campus until as recently as 2014, transforming it into a modern and expansive educational hub.

Beyond its main campus, Moraine Valley has extended its reach into the community with strategically placed education centers. Notably, the Southwest Education Center, opened in 2010, is a beacon of sustainability, having achieved LEED Platinum certification for its exceptional "green" performance. This commitment to modern, environmentally conscious facilities underscores Moraine Valley's dedication to providing cutting-edge resources and a forward-thinking learning experience for every student.

Key Highlights

  • ✦Officially created in 1967 through dedicated community efforts led by the Oak Lawn Rotary Club.
  • ✦Uniquely named for the geological meeting point of the Tinley Moraine and Valparaiso Moraine.
  • ✦Began classes in leased warehouses in 1968 before rapidly developing its Palos Hills campus.
  • ✦Experienced continuous campus expansion and building additions from 1969 until 2014.
  • ✦Opened its first extension site, the Education Center at Blue Island, in 2004.
  • ✦Its second extension site, the Southwest Education Center (opened 2010), achieved prestigious LEED Platinum certification for its high level of "green" performance.

Timeline

1967
College officially created after two years of effort led by the Oak Lawn Rotary Club.
1968
First temporary office opened in Oak Lawn; first classes began in leased warehouses in Alsip, IL.
1969
Seven temporary buildings opened on the Palos Hills campus.
1970
Construction began on the first permanent building on campus.
1972
The first permanent building on the campus opened.
1994
The last temporary building on campus was torn down.
2004
The first extension site, the Education Center at Blue Island, opened.
2010
The Southwest Education Center, the second extension site, opened in Tinley Park and was awarded LEED Platinum certification.
2014
Buildings continued to be added to the campus until this year.

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