IECC Offering Help for Former Champion Labs Employees

(Albion, IL) — Illinois Eastern Community Colleges has announced the “mobilization of campus and community resources” to support workers and families impacted by the sudden closure of Champion Laboratories in Albion. IECC Chancellor, Dr. Ryan Gower, says for many, this is a deeply difficult moment, and it is a moment where IECC needs to step forward to lend assistance. IECC, including Frontier Community College, Lincoln Trail College, Olney Central College, and Wabash Valley College, is coordinating training opportunities, financial assistance, and career services to assist the more than 1,000 affected employees during this uncertain time. A series of informational workshops have been scheduled to help employees of Champion Labs learn about services available under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Detailed information regarding training options and financial assistance will be provided during the meetings. Additional information and resources are available at iecc.edu/championlabs.