Black Hawk College is opening its doors to the Moline community for its annual College Night, a free, family‑focused event designed to help young people and their families navigate the next steps in higher education and military service.
Event details
The College Night will take place Thursday, October 24, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the gym of Building 3 on the college’s Moline campus. Admission is free, and the event welcomes high school students, current college students, parents, grandparents and anyone interested in learning about post‑secondary options.
What attendees can expect
Representatives from several area colleges and universities will be on hand to explain admission requirements, application procedures, tuition costs, financial‑aid opportunities and housing options. Visitors will also receive information on transfer pathways and a variety of majors, helping them map out a clear academic plan.
In addition to civilian institutions, the event will feature booths from multiple military branches, offering insight into enlistment requirements, educational benefits such as the GI Bill, and career opportunities within the armed forces. This dual focus reflects the college’s commitment to serving both academic and service‑oriented aspirations of local youth.
Why College Night matters
College Night provides a one‑stop resource for families who may be unsure where to start the college‑search process. By bringing together educators, financial‑aid counselors and military recruiters, Black Hawk College helps demystify the often‑complex steps required to pursue higher education or enlistment.
“Our goal is to empower families with the information they need to make confident decisions about their futures,” said a college spokesperson. “We know that many families in the Quad Cities region value both academic achievement and service to our country, and this event reflects those priorities.”
How to prepare
Attendees are encouraged to bring a list of questions, recent transcripts or test scores, and any paperwork related to financial aid. While no registration is required, participants can view a full list of participating schools and military branches by visiting connect.bhc.edu/collegenight26 before the event.
With free admission, convenient timing and a focus on both education and service, College Night offers a valuable opportunity for Moline families to explore pathways that align with their values and goals.
Original reporting: KWQC TV6 Davenport (local) — read the source article.
