Students at Harold Washington College in Chicago\'s Loop engage in a science lab exercise. (Photo by Javet Kimble) According to the Illinois Board of Higher Education as of fall 2009, community college enrollment throughout the state has increased 6.4% to 380,025 students.

Students at Harold Washington College in Chicago\'s Loop engage in a science lab exercise. (Photo by Javet Kimble) According to the Illinois Board of Higher …

Published on December 8, 2010
Joseph Kowalenko, Founder & CEO of Zo-Link, talks to the CBA about efficient technological solutions for businesses. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Joseph Kowalenko, Founder & CEO of Zo-Link, talks to the CBA about efficient technological solutions for businesses. (Photo by Thelma Sardin)

Published on December 8, 2010
President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton address the press at the White House on Dec. 10. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton address the press at the White House on Dec. 10. (Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson)

Published on December 8, 2010
President Barack Obama makes a statement to reporters after his meeting with Democratic congressional leaders on a year-end bipartisan agreement to extend expiring tax cuts in Washington on Monday, Dec. 6. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

President Barack Obama makes a statement to reporters after his meeting with Democratic congressional leaders on a year-end bipartisan agreement to extend expiring tax cuts …

Published on December 8, 2010