Ms. Jamie Gahm
WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Jamie Gahm by honoring her with the title of Administrator Emerita; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gahm was hired in 1985 as the Director of Continuing Education and Business Services, a position she held for 30.25 years prior to her retirement in 2015; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gahm was a dedicated advocate who demonstrated exceptional leadership within the broader community, consistently stepping up for state-level initiatives and local leadership positions, which solidified her status as a well-respected leader who earned the admiration and trust of her colleagues, peers, and community partners alike; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gahm exemplified dedication and leadership as evidenced by her selection for the statewide Joan Simon Lifetime Achievement Award for excellence from the Illinois Community College Training Resource and Information Network (weTRaIN) which honors an outstanding weTRaIN member who has excelled in their contributions to workforce training and development; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gahm was one of the most recognized faces of the college across the district and was instrumental in building and maintaining strong relationships with business and industry leaders, as well as community-based organizations; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Gahm has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service and leadership to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during her employment, and has championed the role of the College in the community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College that it approves the designation of Administrator Emerita for Jamie Gahm.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Jamie Gahm for her dedication and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students, staff, and faculty members who have been positively impacted by her 30 years of service to the College.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on September 16, 2025 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Administrator Emerita status for Jamie Gahm hereunto will be listed on the website and identified in publications related to the history of the College and that the use of the title “Administrator Emerita” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.
Effective this 16th Day of September, 2025