The Galesburg Area Vocational Center (GAVC) hosted its annual Health Careers Showcase on, Thursday, March 5, 2026, providing a critical platform for students to explore the vast landscape of the healthcare industry. The event, which ran from 8:30 a.m to 11:30 a.m., targeted students in grades 7-12, reinforcing the message that it is never too early to begin planning for life after graduation.
The showcase was designed to bridge the gap between education and the professional world, featuring representatives from regional healthcare organizations to local ambulance and fire departments.
In addition to Galesburg students, the event drew participants from several area schools, including:
United High School
Abingdon-Avon High School
Monmouth-Roseville High School
Williamsfield High School
Knoxville High School
Alwood High School
State Representative Dan Swanson attended the event to show his support for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and the development of the local healthcare workforce.
We would like to thank the following organizations for being a part of the showcase today:
Advanced Medical Transport of Central Illinois
Blackhawk College
Bradley University
Carle Health
Carl Sandburg College
Eastern Iowa Community College
Galesburg Fire Department
Galesburg Hospital's Ambulance Services
Graham Medical Group
Illinois Army National Guard
Knox County Nursing Home
Methodist College
Midwest Technical Institute
OSF Healthcare
ROE #33/Delabar CTE System
Seminary Village
Spoon River College
Thrive Community Services
