South Campus Open House

Urbana South Campus

07/04/2010 02:00 02:00:00 PM

Our High School Satellite and Adult Education programs at our Urbana South Campus will be on display during the Rotary Club's Annual BBQ and Fireworks at the airport.  Visit the South Campus to see the various opportunities available to high school and adult learners in the area.


Here is a list of what is in store from 2-4 p.m.:


Teaching Professions Academy

Internet Safety is an issue that cannot be ignored in society today.  Predators, bullying, illegal downloading, scams, spam, and viruses are just a few of the issues that each of us may face.  This one-hour presentation, provided by I-Safe teen Mentors, will share tips on how to use the Internet safely and securely.


Biomedical Sciences

Like video games?  Check this out!  Test your reaction times and visual perception of images!




Aviation Occupations

Interested in aviation?  Just like airplanes?  Try your hand at simple aircraft sheet metal techniques.  Fly historic aircraft using PC Flight Simulation from the Wright Brothers up to the latest jets.




Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC-R)



The HVAC technician can do amazing things. Come see how to boil water at room temperature. Then learn three easy things that anyone can do to decrease their HVAC-R energy costs and extend the equipment life.




Health Occupations

Are you interested in healthcare, but not sure that nursing is right for you? Stop in to pick up some information about our state tested nurse aid classes, phlebotomy classes, pharmacy technician program, and health information technology program. We will also have information available about our other short term classes such as medical terminology, sign language for healthcare workers, dining assistant, IV therapy for nurses, and medical coding update classes.




Practical Nursing

Nursing is an exciting and adventurous career. You can open the door to a career in healthcare by becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse.  From there your options are without boundaries.  Stop and pick up some information on the Nancy J. Knight School of Nursing and get started on your career. We have articulations with Franklin University for Healthcare Administration and with Clark State Community College for Registered Nursing.




Financial Aid

Would you like to go to school and start a new career, but don’t know how you would pay for it?  Information on financial aid options and how to apply will be available.  We have programs that are approved for federal financial aid and can direct you to local sources.