Michael Sankovich

WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Michael Sankovich, by honoring him with the title of Faculty Emeritus; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich began teaching accounting part time at IVCC in 1981, and taught full time from 1987 to 2018, for a total of 31 years; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich served the Local IFT 1810 as the treasurer, utilizing his professional skill for the support and benefit of the campus community; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich was a passionate advocate for the field of accounting and enjoyed not only seeing his past students in industry, but also seeing them return to the campus to serve on the advisory boards for the business program; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich was dedicated to making IVCC courses rigorous, attending articulation conferences at NIU to ensure that IVCC’s accounting program was meeting or exceeding what the universities were covering for freshman and sophomore students; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich was an exemplary employee and was hard-working, dedicated to teaching and learning, and legendary across campus for his well-decorated office; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Sankovich has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during his 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 Faculty Emeritus for Michael Sankovich.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Michael Sankovich for his dedication and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students and faculty members who have been positively impacted by his 31 years of service to the College.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 17, 2026 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Faculty Emeritus status for Michael Sankovich 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 “Faculty Emeritus” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.

Effective this 17^th Day of February, 2026