Congratulations to LLCC alum Dr. Karla Ivankovich

Karla IvankovichCongratulations to Dr. Karla Ivankovich, LLCC alum, who received one of three Outstanding Alumni Awards presented by the American Association of Community Colleges at the AACC Conference in NYC yesterday. Dr. Ivankovich is a counselor, educator, spokeswoman and CEO of OnePatient Global Health Initiative, a nonprofit committed to accessible mental and physical health care in underserved populations. She says her passion was fostered by LLCC instructors who showed her “the need for service is as important as the need to breathe.”

LLCC alumni Connect Contest

Comment. 1500. Share. Connect Contest. LLCC Lincoln Land Community College Alumni AssociationCalling all LLCC alumni! We know there are a lot of staff and faculty who have taken at least one class at LLCC, and we would love for you to help us get more “likes” and have the chance to win amazing prizes too. Please find us at https://www.facebook.com/LLCCAlumni and participate in our Connect Contest!

Help us reach our 1,500 goal! Participate now for a chance to win a prize package valued over $150 from the following LLCC community Box with Trendsetters, Pease's Luminary, Whimsy Tea and Cafe Moxo gift certificates as well as insulated mug and bagbusinesses:

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To enter:

Comment on the Connect Contest post with your favorite LLCC memory, instructor or class by May 24 at 11:59 p.m. Note: Contestants must “like” us to be eligible to win.

The following is optional, but greatly appreciated: Share the post and encourage LLCC alums to “like” us and participate in the fun!

Dr. Catherine A. Kush named LLCC 2021 Honored Alumna

Dr. Catherine A. KushDr. Catherine A. Kush has been named the 2021 recipient of the LLCC Honored Alumni Award.

Dr. Kush is the director of the upper division BSN program and an assistant professor of nursing at Goldfarb School of Nursing at Barnes Jewish College where she received the Dean’s Award for Exceptional Service. Kush also maintains a part-time practice as a geriatric nurse practitioner.

During her 46-year career in nursing, she has also worked as a clinical nurse and adjunct professor at several colleges of nursing. Kush earned an R.N. from LLCC, a bachelor’s degree from Capital University, post-master’s certificates from St. Louis University and University of Missouri St. Louis, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice from St. Louis University. She also served in the Army Reserves and then went active duty, retiring as a Lt. Colonel from the Army Nurse Corps after 21 years of service.

As the recipient of this year’s Honored Alumni Award, Kush will receive artwork made by Bryon Hartley, an alum of the LLCC art program.
Created by Bryon Hartley. Catherine Kush, DNP, Lincoln Land Community College 2021 Honored Alumna

Nominations open for 2020 LLCC Honored Alumni Award

Lincoln Land Community College Alumni AssociationLLCC is accepting nominations for the 2020 Honored Alumni Award. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 15, 2020.

Anyone may nominate an LLCC alum (someone who has successfully completed coursework at LLCC) for the award by completing a form at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award.

Nominations will be scored on four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact –accomplishments that changed the community for the better and 4) community service – a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

The 2020 honoree will be recognized at LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 15, 2020.

Past recipients of the Honored Alumni Award include: 2019 – Samuel Wheeler, Ph.D. of Springfield; 2018 – Timothy B. Smith of Cantrall; 2017 – William “Bill” D. McCarty II of Springfield; 2016 – Dr. Andrew Thoron of Newbury, Fla.; 2015 – Cinda Edwards of Springfield; 2014 – Dr. Karla (Carwile) Ivankovich of Glenview; 2013 – Jim Matheis of Springfield; 2012 – Gregg Humphrey of Springfield; 2011 – Bruce Compton of Litchfield; 2010 – Michelle Tjelmeland of Springfield; and 2009 – Bill Ames of Springfield.

For more information, call LLCC Alumni Services at 217-786-2206 or email alumni@llcc.edu.

Thanks to those who assisted with Student Professional Development Day

LLCC students received a wealth of excellent career and social skills information as well as advice yesterday at Student Professional Development Day. LLCC Alumni Association and Student Government Association collaborated to provide panels and roundtable discussions, full of LLCC experts and alumni to present on important topics to aid new and returning students in preparing for the workforce. A big thank you to all of our professionals that presented and attended: Dr. Charlotte Warren, Dr. Lesley Frederick, Kevin Lust, Junell Ransdell, Thomas Spears, Anne Armbruster, Cathy Huffman, Jennifer Lewis, Holly Bauman and Jacob Deters.

Dr. Warren speaking at Student Professional Development DayPanelists at Student Professional Development DayPanelists at Student Professional Development DayAttendees at Student Professional Development Day

Nominations for honored alumni award due tomorrow

As a reminder, the deadline for submitting nominations for the 2019 Honored Alumni Award is tomorrow, Dec. 15, 2018. Nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing the form that is available at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award.

Nominations will be scored on the following four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – attaining significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact – achieving accomplishments which have changed the community for the better and 4) community service – demonstrating a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

Additionally, nominees must have successfully completed coursework at LLCC and be able to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 17, 2019.

For more information, call alumni services at 786-4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.

Submit nominations for 2019 honored alumni award by Dec. 15

LLCC Alumni Services is accepting nominations for its 2019 Honored Alumni Award. Nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing the form that is available at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 15, 2018.

Nominations will be scored on the following four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – attaining significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact – achieving accomplishments which have changed the community for the better and 4) community service – demonstrating a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

Additionally, nominees must have successfully completed coursework at LLCC and be able to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 17, 2019.

For more information, call alumni services at 786-4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.

Submit nominations for 2019 Honored Alumni Award by Dec. 15

LLCC Alumni Services is accepting nominations for its 2019 Honored Alumni Award. Nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing the form that is available at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 15, 2018.

Nominations will be scored on the following four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – attaining significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact – achieving accomplishments which have changed the community for the better and 4) community service – demonstrating a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

Additionally, nominees must have successfully completed coursework at LLCC and be able to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 17, 2019.

For more information, call alumni services at 786-4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.

Nominate former student for Honored Alumni Award

LLCC Alumni Services is accepting nominations for its 2019 Honored Alumni Award. Nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing the form that is available at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 15, 2018.

Nominations will be scored on the following four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – attaining significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact – achieving accomplishments which have changed the community for the better and 4) community service – demonstrating a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

Additionally, nominees must have successfully completed coursework at LLCC and be able to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 17, 2019.

For more information, call alumni services at 786-4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.

2019 Honored Alumni Award

LLCC Alumni Services is accepting nominations for its 2019 Honored Alumni Award. Nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing the form that is available at www.llcc.edu/honored-alumni-award. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 15, 2018.

Nominations will be scored on the following four criteria: 1) role model – inspiring excellence in others, 2) outstanding success – attaining significant career or personal achievements, 3) impact – achieving accomplishments which have changed the community for the better and 4) community service – demonstrating a visible commitment to the community through leadership and/or volunteerism.

Additionally, nominees must have successfully completed coursework at LLCC and be able to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 17, 2019.

For more information, call alumni services at 786-4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.