"The question of how people orient around religion differently, or interact with one another, whether that be based on conflict or cooperation, will be one of the most engaging questions of the 21st century." ~Eboo Patel, founder and president of Interfaith America
Academic and Career Resources
As stated in Policy 5.03.01, Absences Due to Religious Observances, in the Parkland College Policies and Procedures Manual, Parkland College recognizes and values the diverse religious beliefs of its constituents and practices shared responsibility in the event a religious observance conflicts with scheduled class work or assignments. Students who inform instructors well in advance of an intended absence for a religious observance will not be penalized. The Religious Observance Accommodation Request form should be submitted by the end of the second week of the course.
Whether you are a student choosing a college major or you are a dislocated worker, career changer, or retiree, we have career resources and services designed to assist you.
Parkland offers a wide variety of merit-based, need-based, and identity-based scholarships. Search the list of Parkland Foundation scholarships which accept applications each fall and spring.
Engagement and Mental Health Resources
The meditation space, located in the Office of Student Life and Wellness (U111), is available to members of the Parkland College community who seek a quiet place to reflect, meditate or pray. The room is accessible Monday through Friday 8 am – 5 pm. Please visit the Office of Student Life and Wellness in U111 and check in at the front desk. A secured space will be made available on a first come, first served basis.
Student Life maintains a list of student organizations that are currently active, as well as ones that have existed in the past but have become inactive. If you do not find one that meets your religious or spiritual needs, contact Student Life for information on starting a new one.
The Center for Community Engagement supports and promotes the active engagement of the College’s students, faculty, and staff in partnership with the communities of Illinois Community College District 505. Many volunteer opportunities are available.
Our Counseling Support Center offers counseling services, workshops, peer mentoring, and more.
Parkland is part of TalkCampus, an anonymous mental health peer support network, available to you 24/7. The TalkCampus platform combines intuitive design, clinical excellence, world-class technology and global support to over 250 institutions and millions of students worldwide. Available in 26 languages.