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Shaw Local Radio Podcast: Talk-Line with Steve Marco interviews SVCC incoming President Dr. Jon Mandrell

Jon Mandrell of Sauk Valley Community College signs an agreement between SVCC and Northern Illinois University that creates a seamless transfer pathway from SVCC’s associate in applied science in criminal justice to NIU’s bachelor of science in public service leadership.

Jon Mandrell of Sauk Valley Community College signs an agreement between SVCC and Northern Illinois University that creates a seamless transfer pathway from SVCC’s associate in applied science in criminal justice to NIU’s bachelor of science in public service leadership. (Photo provided by Sauk Valley Community College)

By John Sahly
Listen to "SVCC incoming President Dr. Jon Mandrell" on Spreaker.

The TALK-LINE interview for Oct. 2 featured Sauk Valley Community College Marketing Director Jim Grot, current SVCC President Dr. David Hellmich, and incoming Sauk President Dr. Jon Mandrell.

The three look at the tenure of Dr. Hellmich, who will retire after the spring semester of 2026, and the plans for the future of the college as Dr. Mandrell comes aboard next year.

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John Sahly

John Sahly

John Sahly is the Managing editor for the Shaw Local News Network. He has been with Shaw Media since 2008, previously serving as digital editor, and the Daily Chronicle sports editor and sports reporter.