In the news

LLCC’s aviation program and Bob Brandis of Brandis Aviation received a “thumbs up” in the Nov. 16 State Journal-Register for his donation of a Learjet 24B to the program. The column noted: “One of only three in Illinois, LLCC’s Aviation Mechanics Program provides hands-on preparation for an industry nodding and looking for skilled employees. The currently enrolled 30 students will learn the alignment of the jet’s structures and work on assembly and rigging, in addition to learning firsthand about the operational jet engine and the number of engine support systems. This generous learning tool donation will serve current and future students, as well as enable them to take off for rewarding careers.”

Bill Beaty, fire science program coordinator, was the subject of a Nov. 15 State Journal-Register article on his recent appointment as fire chief of Garden City, Kan. Bill will continue working at LLCC through December.

Thank you from Junell Ransdell

Thank you to everyone who stopped by my farewell party to say goodbye and wish me the very best as I begin a new chapter in my life.  It was very much appreciated.  A very special “thank you” to the wonderful HR peeps for the party goodies and the treasured gifts … you are the best! I will forever cherish the friendships and memories made over the past 22 years!

Best wishes, Junell Ransdell

Thanksgiving baskets for the LLCC Food Pantry

LLCC Student Life is putting out a call to action — asking faculty and staff to help build Thanksgiving baskets for the LLCC Food Pantry. While the primary purpose of the food pantry during the year is to provide ready-to-eat meals for our students, this time of year the food pantry is looking specifically for items that can help an LLCC student provide a wonderful Thanksgiving meal for their family. These specialty items will be collected through Friday, Nov. 22.

Thank you to the LLCC Student Government Association for getting the baskets started with their recent food drive. Student Life is hoping to put together 10 to 15 baskets for LLCC students and their families. Right now there is enough to make about five baskets. Students that are interested in requesting a basket, can come to the food pantry during regular hours to fill out the form.

Here is a list of items that are needed. Please make sure these items are non-perishable.

  • Pumpkin pie or other pie filling
  • Graham cracker pie crusts
  • Canned sweet potatoes
  • Canned cranberry sauce
  • Canned mix veggies
  • Cream of chicken, vegetable, celery
  • Boxed mash potatoes
  • Boxed stove top stuffing
  • Boxed macaroni and cheese
  • Gravy Mix

The food pantry is also in need of the following ready-to-eat items to help get us through the end of the semester:

  • Pop-tarts
  • Fruit cups/pudding
  • Microwavable ready-to-eat pasta meals (like Chef Boyardee)
  • Crackers
  • Hearty soups/stews
  • Soup/Chili/Beef stew in easy-peel open cans
  • Cup-o-Noodle or ramen noodle soup
  • Fruit snacks
  • Cereal bars
  • Hot cocoa packets

Student clubs hosting events tomorrow

Coffee and hot cocoa sale

Buy four drinks get the fifth free! Lincoln Land Community College Dance Club: Express Your Seoul

LLCC Dance Club: Express Your Seoul will be holding a coffee and hot cocoa sale tomorrow, Nov. 20, in A. Lincoln Commons from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Remember to bring your stamp card! If you buy four drinks, you will receive a fifth one free. These cards are good for all coffee sales this semester. Coffee, hot chocolate and donuts (glazed, assorted chocolate, mini powdered and chocolate, and pumpkin donut holes) will be available. A 16 oz. cup is $2, unless you bring your own mug then it is only $1!

Happy Holidays

Winter holiday cards

Help make holiday cards tomorrow! The LLCC Student Equality Activists invite students, faculty and staff to join them tomorrow, Nov. 20, from 9:30 to 1 p.m. to help make winter holiday cards to send to nursing homes.

Our sympathy to Brenda Protz and Thom Whalen

We offer our heartfelt sympathy to Brenda Protz, professor of communication, on the tragic loss of her daughter, her daughter’s best friend and grandparents in a traffic accident Saturday evening in Montgomery County.

We also extend our sincere condolences to Thom Whalen, professor of art, on the passing of his father, Patrick “Patty” Whalen, on Nov. 15. Visitation, beginning with a prayer service, will be held Wednesday, Nov. 20, 4-7 p.m. at Perfetti-Assalley Funeral Home in Morrisonville. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m. at St. Maurice Catholic Church in Morrisonville, and interment will follow. Read the obituary.

Reminder from LLCC Purchasing

As a reminder, the purchase of all goods should be done through the Colleague requisitioning system. Per Board Policy 6.17, college credit cards may be used only for purchases that are consistent with the college’s purchasing policies and procedures. In particular, credit cards may not be used to circumvent college purchasing procedures and may not be used for personal expenditures. The intent of the college credit card is for reserving college related travel accommodations and small emergency purchases (under $500 and should not be used for capital expenditures). Individual card-holders assume all responsibilities and charges for inappropriate use of the college credit card. Abuse of the college credit card will result in the cancellation of such card. Please contact LLCC Purchasing with questions.

Italy trip informational meeting today, 6 p.m.

Tasty Italia International Travel Culinary Program. Urbania May 24 - June 7, 2020. Milano, Food Valley, San Eo Talamello, Urbino, Pesaro, Gubbio, Urbania.The LLCC Culinary and Hospitality Center of Excellence is planning a two-week trip to Italy May 24-June 7, 2020, which is open to students and the community. An informational meeting on the trip will be held today, Nov. 18, at 6 p.m. in Bistro Verde.

The trip, in conjunction with Centro Studi Italiani in Urbania, Italy, will travel to three areas: the Marche region, nestled between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea; the food valley area of Modena and Parma, located in the Emilia-Romagna region and known for prosciutto, balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese; and finally, the city of Milan in northern Italy.

While there, various classes will be held in Italian language, culture and culinary heritage and tradition of Italy. This cultural tour will also include meeting with culinary experts, local wine and food producers, restaurant owners and culinary entrepreneurs. Excursions to destinations with high artistic and architectural interest as well as the natural beauty around Italy will provide a well-rounded perspective of Italian life and culture.

Interested individuals unable to attend the informational meeting may contact Sheridan Lane, interim director, LLCC culinary program and operations, at 786-2494 or sheridan.lane@llcc.edu.