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Whitehead to lead IVCC computer networking program

Garrick Whitehead – PHOTO PROVIDED

OGLESBY – Illinois Valley Community College’s new computer networking and information technology program coordinator Garrick Whitehead is committed to the success of students and others. He was hired April 14th and will work alongside cybersecurity instructor Nancy McDonnell.

“With Garrick and Nancy, our computer networking and cybersecurity programs are strong,” said Dean of Workforce Development Shane Lange.

A cybersecurity program mentor for Western Governors State, Whitehead has been teaching since 2010. He has 20 years industry experience including as a computer application specialist for Auburn University at Montgomery, Ala. He began his career in 1990 as a police officer for the Chicago Housing Authority Police Department. He brings to IVCC expertise in network and system administration, operating systems and security. He has master’s degrees in information system management and business administration and a bachelor’s in computer information systems. He has also managed personnel and IT projects within various industries in the U.S. and Philippines.

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