03.31.21

Outstanding Graduate nominations

The vice president of student services is currently seeking nominations for Outstanding Graduate for Commencement 2021.  The recognition of a student as the Outstanding Graduate is an important part of the commencement tradition at LLCC.

Each year, you have the opportunity to nominate candidates for consideration for this recognition. If you would like to nominate a student, instructions and graduate listings are attached below for your convenience. Submit the Outstanding Graduate nomination form by by the end of the day, April 8, 2021.

Nominees must have completed graduation requirements at the end of summer term 2020, fall semester 2020, or be candidates for graduation at the end of spring semester 2021 or summer term 2021.

If you have any questions, please contact Gailyn Draper at gailyn.draper@llcc.edu.

Outstanding Graduate Nomination Memo
2021 Grads with a 3.0 GPA or higher

03.31.21

SGA holding 2021-22 elections

The LLCC Student Government Association is holding elections for the 2021-22 academic year. Completed election packets are due April 7. Email studentlife@llcc.edu if you have any additional questions. After April 2, Leslie Johnson will be advising SGA. So if you have any specific questions after that date, please let her know.

SGA is a great opportunity for your students to build their resume and leadership skills. As an added incentive, the student trustee and president roles include a tuition waiver. Please pass on this packet to any student that might be interested. And please encourage those that you think would make excellent candidates.

03.31.21

LEAGUE Campaign

Thank you to everyone who participated in yesterday’s LEAGUE Zoom event. The winners of the superhero costume contest were Ada Range and Diane Wilson.

Make your donation to the LEAGUE Campaign by submitting the 2021 LEAGUE Form  and have a chance to win one of the two $150 cash prizes available.

For more information, contact the LLCC Foundation at 217-786-2785 or by email LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu.

Patrick Moore

Can You Guess the LEAGUE Superfriend?

Did you guess yesterday’s Justice LEAGUE superfriend was Patrick Moore? Patrick serves at LLCC as the director of the concurrent enrollment department. He began his journey with the college as a student in 2003. As a proud alum, he returned in 2015, to teach as an adjunct instructor for the social sciences department. Since his return, he has had opportunities to build partnerships with a number of high schools in LLCC’s district.

Meet the Superfriends ‘21 League. Special Appearance on Professional Development Day Tuesday, March 30 at noon on Zoom. Characters: from left to right: Lt. Kit Kat Superpower: A fierce positive mental attitude . Artsy 1 Superpower: Turning blank canvases into amazing pieces of art. Songbird Superpower: Can lull villains into submission by singing. Supergirl Superpower: A master of human rights. Guardian against harassment and discrimination. Biology Lover Superpower: Can teach Kindergarten’s how to take turns while teaching college students cellular and molecular biology. Labwoman Superpower: Professor of Anatomy by day … mom of three by night. Mighty Gem Superpower: A real jewel when it comes to assisting students in Cass County. Noseman Superpower: He can smell an emergency from a mile away and teach students what to do when in one. Plastic Man Superpower: Agent of positive change. A flexible, malleable, student centered creative thinker. The Bridge Superpower: Extreme strengths in communication to college and high school personnel, strength to build bridges between high school and college studies, and the abilities to quickly transport to various facilities and high school districts as needed. Flash Superpower: The power to move at superhuman speeds to get required merchandise to the students before the first day of class. Super Woman Superpower: Raising funds for the benefit of our students. Chief Justice Superpower: Sworn to protect campus from lawlessness. Symbol for justice, incorruptible force for good, analytical mind, keen observation skills. Superhero trivia! Dress as your favorite superhero costume contest! Prizes! League Grant awards announced! Grab your lunch and take a break from sessions. Join Batman and Robin and other Superfriends. Make your contribution today by contacting the Foundation at 6-2785 or LLCCFoundation@llcc.eduCan you guess this final superfriend serving on the Justice LEAGUE?

Name: Artsy1
Superpower: Turning blank canvases into amazing pieces of art

Submit your answer by email to LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu for a chance to win a prize!

03.31.21

In-Center Blood Drive March 29-April 4

LLCC Student Life In-Center Blood Drive
Monday, March 29-Sunday, April 4
CICBC Springfield Donor Center, 1999 Wabash Ave.
Note: Appointments are required.
 
When donating, please tell blood center staff to credit LLCC Student Life by using group code 61258.

Together we're a perfect pair! March 1- May 2. Choose from socks or gift card. images of blue, grey, and black socks that say "If you can read this I gave blood today" on the soles of the socks and red and blue generic gift card.

To schedule an appointment, click on your preferred date:
All donors will receive a voucher to redeem for socks or a gift card.
03.31.21

Wildlife photos

Thanks to Chris McDonald, Ph.D., professor of political science, for sharing these wildlife photos from recent walks around the LLCC campus.

A duck landing in the waterA heron in the grassA heron on a logA duck on the waterDucks flying over the waterA heron taking off out of the waterA heron taking flight from waterAn eagle soaring

03.30.21

LEAGUE Kickoff today

Please join the Justice LEAGUE today at noon on Zoom. The link can be found in the PDD schedule. There will be fun trivia, more prizes and the announcement of the LEAGUE grant recipients. Watch Batman and Robin on the LEAGUE video for details.

Sport your best superhero costume and use the fun Zoom backgrounds below for a chance to win a day pass to Knight’s Action Park’s Splash Kingdom. 

If you would like to make your donation now to the LEAGUE Campaign, please complete the 2021 LEAGUE Form or contact the Foundation at 217-786-2785 or LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu.

LEAGUE Zoom backgrounds

Download one of the following backgrounds for today’s LEAGUE Zoom event!

Calling All Superheroes and cityscapeSuper! Pow!! Wow. Slam. Wooz, Zap. Whamm. Snap.Superhero word bubbleGreen backgroundYellow backgroundRed background

Can You Guess the LEAGUE Superfriend?

Shelby BedfordDid you guess that SuperGirl a master of human rights and guardian against harassment and discrimination was Shelby Bedford, compliance and prevention coordinator at LLCC? Her position involves coordinating equity compliance; conducting harassment, discrimination and identity-based violence investigations; helping students understand and exercise their rights; and supporting students experiencing gender-based violence. Shelby has worked at LLCC for more than five years and is enjoying her third year on the LEAGUE committee. Outside of work, Shelby is finishing up her M.A. in human rights with a certificate in gender-based violence from the University of Arizona.

Meet the Superfriends ‘21 League. Special Appearance on Professional Development Day Tuesday, March 30 at noon on Zoom. Characters: from left to right: Lt. Kit Kat Superpower: A fierce positive mental attitude . Artsy 1 Superpower: Turning blank canvases into amazing pieces of art. Songbird Superpower: Can lull villains into submission by singing. Supergirl Superpower: A master of human rights. Guardian against harassment and discrimination. Biology Lover Superpower: Can teach Kindergarten’s how to take turns while teaching college students cellular and molecular biology. Labwoman Superpower: Professor of Anatomy by day … mom of three by night. Mighty Gem Superpower: A real jewel when it comes to assisting students in Cass County. Noseman Superpower: He can smell an emergency from a mile away and teach students what to do when in one. Plastic Man Superpower: Agent of positive change. A flexible, malleable, student centered creative thinker. The Bridge Superpower: Extreme strengths in communication to college and high school personnel, strength to build bridges between high school and college studies, and the abilities to quickly transport to various facilities and high school districts as needed. Flash Superpower: The power to move at superhuman speeds to get required merchandise to the students before the first day of class. Super Woman Superpower: Raising funds for the benefit of our students. Chief Justice Superpower: Sworn to protect campus from lawlessness. Symbol for justice, incorruptible force for good, analytical mind, keen observation skills. Superhero trivia! Dress as your favorite superhero costume contest! Prizes! League Grant awards announced! Grab your lunch and take a break from sessions. Join Batman and Robin and other Superfriends. Make your contribution today by contacting the Foundation at 6-2785 or LLCCFoundation@llcc.eduCongratulations to Karla Wilham for answering correctly and winning a prize!

Can you guess this Justice LEAGUE superfriend?

Name:  Lieutenant Kit-Kat
Super Power: A Fierce Positive Mental Attitude
Encouraging student success by day, taming the world with obscure sitcom quotes by night.

Submit your answer by email to LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu for a chance to win a prize!