Kaskaskia College Honored with Partners in Progress Award from Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois
April 14, 2025
Award Presentation to Kaskaskia College (l-r) President Kathy Frederico, KC Vice President of Instructional Support George Kriss, KC Provost and Vice President of Instructional Services Julie Obermark, KC Vice President of Administrative Services Sara Hanks, KC President George Evans, and Executive Director Kyle Anderson
Centralia, IL - Kaskaskia College was recently honored with the prestigious Partners in Progress Award from the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois. The award recognizes KC's steadfast support of the Council's mission and its impactful role in regional growth and collaboration.
KC has long been a dedicated partner of the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois, actively contributing to initiatives aimed at fostering economic and workforce development across Southwestern Illinois. Notably, Kaskaskia College played a major role in establishing the Council's Agriculture Committee, a forward-thinking endeavor focused on advancing the region's agricultural industry through education, innovation, and workforce alignment.
"Kaskaskia College continues to be a leader in preparing the future workforce for agriculture and many other industries," said Kyle Anderson, Executive Director of the Leadership Council of Southwestern Illinois. "Their ability to connect business needs with education priorities ensures a needed workforce for business and students with the needed skills to be prepared for those opportunities."
President George Evans also praised the partnership, noting, "We are truly honored to receive the Partners in Progress Award. Our collaboration with the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois reflects our shared commitment to driving positive change and ensuring our communities and industries thrive together. We're especially proud of our contributions to the Agriculture Committee, which is helping to shape the future of one of our region's most vital sectors."
The Partners in Progress Award highlights organizations that exemplify collaboration, innovation, and dedication to community progress. The Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois, made up of leaders from business, industry, education, and government, works to promote regional priorities that strengthen the economy and improve quality of life across the region.
Kaskaskia College remains committed to advancing these goals through strategic partnerships, responsive programming, and a continued investment in the region's people and potential.
For more information about Kaskaskia College and its programs, visit www.kaskaskia.edu.
