08.26.21

LLCC ALERT test today

Each semester, LLCC tests its emergency alert system called LLCC ALERT. LLCC ALERT allows the college to communicate with you by text, phone and email in an emergency, as well as for severe weather and other closures. Current employees and students are automatically enrolled in LLCC ALERT.

The next test will take place today, Aug. 26, at approximately 11 a.m. You will receive a test message from LLCC ALERT.

We encourage you to visit www.llcc.edu/alert and log in with your LLCC username and password to check your current contact information and manage how you receive emergency notifications. LLCC ALERT uses the information about you currently stored in the college’s Colleague system, and this information may need updating. Please add your office phone number if it is not listed, and make any other revisions needed.

For assistance, please contact the IT Service Desk at 217-786-2555 or helpdesk@llcc.edu.

Note: Updating your contact information in LLCC ALERT will NOT update that information in Colleague. To update your information in Colleague, please contact LLCC Human Resources.

08.26.21

Three handbooks by External Stakeholders Team now on employee portal

Three handbooks produced by the External Stakeholders Team — the Work-based Learning Guide, Regional Advisory Committee Handbook and Program Advisory Committee Handbook — are now available under the header “Handbooks” on the Employee Portal.

The Work-Based Learning Guide is designed to be a resource to faculty and staff to help prepare students to enter the workforce and enhance their opportunities to find gainful employment. This guide could provide faculty with ideas for their classroom, help programs identify workplace learning opportunities as well provides relevant documentation and forms. Some resources in the guide are:

  • Types of work-based learning that can be implemented both in class and throughout a program.
  • Definitions to create a common language across the college.
  • Forms that need to be filled out for internships, job shadowing and field trips/employer tours.
  • Sample online forms that faculty and staff can utilize to help implement internship programs.

The Regional Advisory Committee Handbook standardizes the structure for committees of community members who meet to advise Outreach Centers of various opportunities or concerns within the community relevant to the operation of each center.  Resources in the handbook include:

  • Defined meeting goals and structure.
  • Internal and external roles.
  • Expectations and processes.
  • A glossary of terms.
  • Templates.

The Program Advisory Committee Handbook provides guidance for committees made up of employers, external stakeholders and experts who advise and have input into various LLCC programs. Their role can support LLCC programs in several ways including curriculum development, educational enrichment, program review, recruitment, community awareness and legislation. Resources in the handbook include:

  • Defined purpose and function.
  • Roles of program directors, deans and faculty.
  • Templates and sample meeting agendas minutes and invitations.
  • Tips for productive meetings.
  • A glossary of terms.
08.26.21

Join us for the Around the World Gourmet Dinner Kit Pickup Event Friday, Oct. 1

Around the World LLCC Foundation Dinner Kit Pickup. Hosted by LLCC Culinary Arts and Hospitality Program. LLCC Lincoln Land Community College FoundationBack by popular demand, the LLCC Foundation, in partnership with LLCC Culinary and Hospitality Arts, is offering a five-course gourmet dinner kit pickup on Friday Oct. 1 (Institutional Improvement Day). The Around the World themed menu will feature cuisine from a variety of regions and gives culinary students a first-hand opportunity to prepare and serve the meal which can then be finished with a little preparation at home.

After Institutional Improvement Day activities have concluded, pickup your dinner kit in front of the Workforce Career Center from 3-6 p.m. Gourmet dinner kits with drink pairings are $125, and each kit serves two people. View the menu and order your gourmet dinner kits today at llccfoundation.org/around-the-world. Kits are limited.

08.26.21

Ag Club invites potential members to cookout

Please share with students that the LLCC Agriculture Club is inviting all students interested in becoming members of the club to a cookout this Friday, Aug. 27 at noon in the Kreher Ag Center. They look forward to seeing all returning and potential new club members!

08.25.21

LLCC ALERT test tomorrow

Each semester, LLCC tests its emergency alert system called LLCC ALERT. LLCC ALERT allows the college to communicate with you by text, phone and email in an emergency, as well as for severe weather and other closures. Current employees and students are automatically enrolled in LLCC ALERT.

The next test will take place tomorrow, Aug. 26, at approximately 11 a.m. You will receive a test message from LLCC ALERT.

We encourage you to visit www.llcc.edu/alert and log in with your LLCC username and password to check your current contact information and manage how you receive emergency notifications. LLCC ALERT uses the information about you currently stored in the college’s Colleague system, and this information may need updating. Please add your office phone number if it is not listed, and make any other revisions needed.

For assistance, please contact the IT Service Desk at 217-786-2555 or helpdesk@llcc.edu.

Note: Updating your contact information in LLCC ALERT will NOT update that information in Colleague. To update your information in Colleague, please contact LLCC Human Resources.

08.25.21

LLCC provides customized training for Litchfield manufacturer

LLCC provided Excel training for Litchfield manufacturer Dometic on July 19-20 and Aug. 3-4 at LLCC-Litchfield. The college provided classroom space, an expert instructor and instruction tailored to Dometic’s needs and employee goals.

Mandy Jewell, director of human resources, Dometic, and Jessie Blackburn, director, LLCC-Litchfield“It is part of our mission at LLCC-Litchfield to increase access to educational and career training opportunities in our communities. In this instance, we connected local needs with the customized business training programs that LLCC offers,” explained Jessie Blackburn, director, LLCC-Litchfield. “We are excited to partner with Dometic and welcome the opportunity to provide similar services and programs to other businesses and industries in our community.”

“We plan on doing additional sessions and appreciate how we were able to work closely with the instructor to focus on particular skills and functions,” said Mandy Jewell, director of human resources at Dometic.

LLCC offers a variety of training opportunities for businesses. Topics covered include Microsoft applications, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint, as well as customer service and leadership.

08.25.21

In the news

Jamil Steele, director, adult education and literacy, was interviewed on WTAX radio Aug. 24 regarding the need for volunteer literacy tutors. Anyone who would like to volunteer to assist individuals with reading, math and English language skills may call 217-786-2572.

Sheridan Lane, director, culinary program and operations, is the author of today’s Epicuriosity 101 column, “Former student shares Japanese-inspired dish.”

08.25.21

Welcome from IT

Dear faculty and staff,

LLCC Information Technology welcomes all new and returning staff/faculty! Email will be the primary form of communication to you from IT and other areas of the college. Should you have technical questions pertaining to your online account and/or the software applications offered by the college, the IT Help Desk is here to assist.

Contacting the Help Desk

Please contact us by phone, email, self-submit or walk-up.

  • Walk-up Assistance (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) — Sangamon Hall, Room 1132 (outside of the library main entrance)
  • Email — helpme@llcc.edu
  • Self-Submit Portal (and Knowledgebase) — https://help.llcc.edu 
  • Phone — 217-786-2555

IT Help Desk Fall/Spring Hours

Mon-Thu, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Please note the following

  • When requesting assistance from the IT Helpdesk, your LLCC ID number and/or a photo ID may be needed for verification.
  • The IT Help Desk is not permitted to install software of troubleshoot technology issues on your personal device(s).

Board Policies 10.X – IT Policies

Please be aware that it is the responsibility of all employees to familiarize themselves with the Board Policies of the college. Policies 10.1 through 10.6 specifically pertain to Information Technology and the acceptable thereof.  Please click the link below for a direct link to this policy section.

Chapter 10 Informational Technology (llcc.edu)

Account Information

The college uses a single sign-on (one username and one password) for all systems.

Please be aware of the difference between your username and email address when attempting to sign into applications.

Type When to use
Username To sign in to computers on campus, connect to Wi-Fi and all other college applications except Microsoft 365
Email Address Used only to log in to Microsoft 365 services

Other Technology available to you

The following applications are available on LLCC’s “My LLCC” webpage: www.llcc.edu/my-llcc

  1. Office 365 ProPlus
    This link will direct you on instructions to download your own local copy of Microsoft Office (included with your LLCC Microsoft 365 account)
  2. Email
    Access to your llcc.edu email as well as to all Microsoft 365 services assigned to you (Word, Excel, Power Point, OneDrive and more)
  3. Employee Self Service
    Course Management and Rosters
    Banking Information
    Tax Information
    Pay Advices
  4. Etrieve for Employees
    Used for completing a Certificate of Absence or Payroll Timesheet
  5. Canvas
    LLCC’s online learning platform
  6. IT Services
    Quick access to IT-related links
  7. LLCC Alert
    Emergency notification system. Your LLCC email address is automatically active at the start of each semester you are enrolled in a course. Add additional contact information at the start of each semester.

Wireless Connectivity

  1. On your smart device, choose the LLCC – Employee wireless network. This will prompt you to enter your online account username and password.
  2. Depending upon the type and OS version of your device, you may be prompted to enter your credentials as either llcc\username and password, llcc\email address and password or email address and password only.
    Accept any Certificates if prompted.

Please note that the LLCC – Guest Wi-Fi will allow you to connect without entering authenticated credentials. You will be prompted to open your browser and accept the terms of use before continuing.

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