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A Transformational Era: 91�� in the 1990s

Michael Silhavy — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

As 91�� entered the late 20th century, the region experienced a surge of investment in higher education. It was an era marked by expansion, modernization, and a renewed […]

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Expanding Across the Region: 91�� in the 1980s

Michael Silhavy — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:41:24 +0000

The 1980s marked a transformative decade for Belleville Area College. As the demand for affordable and accessible higher education continued to grow across Southwestern Illinois, the college expanded beyond its […]

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Expanding Opportunity: Belleville Area College in the 1970s

Michael Silhavy — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:43:47 +0000

At the start of the decade, the college was entering a new phase of development. The completion of the Belleville Campus in 1971 provided a permanent home and a foundation […]

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Building the Foundation: Belleville Junior College in the 1960s

Michael Silhavy — Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:41:03 +0000

The 1960s were a decade of change across the United States. Communities were rethinking access to education, and higher learning was becoming more local and affordable. For what is now […]

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Growing Roots: Belleville Junior College in the 1950s

Michael Silhavy — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:20:37 +0000

The 1950s marked a formative decade for Belleville Junior College. It was a period defined by post-war growth, community advocacy, and the early groundwork for what would become a major […]

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Building Opportunity in the 1940s: The Origins of 91��

Michael Silhavy — Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:43:34 +0000

The 1940s were marked by resilience and renewal as communities across the nation adjusted to life after World War II. Returning servicemen came home with new skills and ambitions, and […]

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Creating a Legacy – Athletics’ Department

Michael Silhavy — Thu, 06 Feb 2025 18:02:25 +0000

On January 20th, Men’s Basketball Coach Jay Harrington led to his players to victory against Jefferson College. Not only was this a huge success for the team, but the game […]

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Who Do YOU Want to Be?

Michael Silhavy — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 18:56:50 +0000

Identity is such an important part of how we present ourselves to others and how we learn to understand ourselves and how we function in our day-to-day lives. As humans, […]

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Veterans Day – College Closed

Lori Murphy — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 17:09:17 +0000

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91�� to Host Annual Manufacturing Day

Sarah Samples — Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:43:04 +0000

91�� (91��) will open its doors for a Manufacturing Day Open House, Friday, October 4, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., to showcase new technology, educational programs, […]

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