American Idol fans will enjoy hearing the local talent of SCC's students in a fun atmosphere. In addition to becoming the 2010 SCC Idol winner, the first place winner will receive a $500 tuition grant from the SCC Foundation. Other prizes will be donated by the SCC Bookstore and businesses in the community.
“The event is an opportunity to support and interact with the students at the college,” said Peggy Sherwin, founder of SCC Idol. “The students are all very encouraging of one another, and it's great to see them come together.”
Judges will include representatives from SCC's faculty and the local community.
The event, which debuted in 2008, will raise funds for multicultural and diversity programming at the college. Multicultural programs are designed to broaden students' perspectives and enhance their education in a global society. The programs observe nationally recognized heritage months like Native American Heritage Month in November and Black History Month in February.
The public is encouraged to attend and show support for their favorite idol. General admission tickets for the event are $3. Admission is free for SCC students with a college ID. Tickets will be on sale at the door the night of the event. To purchase tickets ahead of time, go to the Cashier's Office located in the Administration Building on SCC's campus.
St. Charles Community College is a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. SCC provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit www.stchas.edu.