09.28.23

AIeL workshop: Perspectives on AI

Perspectives on AI: An open conversation with faculty on the impact of AI in higher education

Monday, Oct. 2, 3:30-5 p.m.
Trutter Center
Register for panel discussion

This panel discussion, featuring Dr. Natasha Casey, Matthew Griffin, Christie Hovey, Dr. David Leitner, Tim McKenzie, Jim Pierce and Leslie Ross, will explore the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on teaching and learning in higher education more broadly and on LLCC in particular. Faculty members from a variety of disciplines will share their experiences with encountering AI use among their students, explore potential uses of AI in their classrooms, discuss the benefits and challenges of learning in the age of AI and offer advice on how to proceed going forward. The discussion will also cover the ethical considerations of using AI in education, and how AI can be used to promote information literacy.

Note: Faculty participants will receive two points toward their Training and Innovation professional development total for successful completion of this workshop.

09.28.23

Around the World Gourmet Dinner Kit Pickup Event, Friday, Nov. 3

Around the World LLCC Foundation Dinner Kit Pickup. Hosted by LLCC Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts Program. Lincoln Land Community College Foundation.The LLCC Foundation in partnership with LLCC’s Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts program is offering a five-course gourmet dinner kit pickup on Friday, Nov.3. The menu features dishes prepared by culinary students which can be finished and served with a little preparation at home.

Gourmet dinner kits with drink pairings are $150, and each kit serves two people. View the menu and order your gourmet dinner kits today at https://llccfoundation.org/around-the-world. Kits must be pre-purchased and can be picked up from 4-5:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3. This fundraiser benefits our students and programs while providing a hands-on experience for culinary students.

09.28.23

Sign up to volunteer at Hispanic Heritage Month closing fiesta

Mark your calendars to volunteer and attend the National Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Fiesta on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons, and volunteers are needed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to help with set up/take down and serving food.

Sign up to volunteer for closing fiesta event.

Questions can be directed to co-chairs Faby Gonzalez, student success coach, and Marina Wirsing, career coach.

09.27.23

Sertoma Club of Springfield Donates Portable InfoLoop Device to Accessibility Services

The Sertoma Club of Springfield recently donated a Portable InfoLoop device to LLCC Accessibility Services. The device amplifies conversations while reducing background noise. Accessibility Services will use the device to better serve our students with hearing impairments.

The Sertoma Club of Springfield serves individuals in our community impacted by hearing loss. They have provided assistive listening devices previously to the LLCC Library and various other community venues. We appreciate their support!

Photo: (seated) Kim Eddings and Elaine Higgason of Accessibility Services; accept the donation of a Portable InfoLoop device from members of the Sertoma Club of Springfield (back) Cheryl Pence and Keith Baker.

front, l-r: Kim Eddings and Elaine Higgason, LLCC Accessibility Services; back: Cheryl Pence and Keith Baker, members of the Sertoma Club of Springfield.

09.27.23

LLCC to celebrate 19th annual Multicultural Fest Oct. 4

Flags from different countriesLLCC invites the public to its 19th annual Multicultural Fest Wednesday, Oct. 4. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside A. Lincoln Commons and the Millennium Center on the Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd. LLCC Outreach Centers in Jacksonville, Litchfield and Taylorville will also host celebrations. The events are free and open to the public.

The annual Multicultural Fest showcases various cultures through food, entertainment and exhibits.

On the Springfield campus, local food trucks are offering free samples at the event. Restaurants serving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. include B&W Good Eats and Sweets, Leo’s Pizza and Gyros Stop.

Entertainment will be provided by DJ Yinka, Marcus Prudencio (Brazilian music) and student performers from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

College and community partners with exhibits include LLCC Logger Activities Board, LLCC Adult Education, Springfield Baha’i Faith, Springfield Lincoln Library, Springfield Branch of the NAACP, Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, TalentSol and Souvenirs from Peru. There will also be exhibits on the religion of spiritualism and Myanmar culture.

LLCC-Jacksonville, 32 N. Central Park Plaza, will provide food from local restaurants and cultural exhibits from noon-3 p.m. LLCC-Litchfield, 1 Lincoln Land Dr., will feature food from local restaurants from 12:30-3 p.m. LLCC-Taylorville, 800 S. Spresser, will showcase snacks from around the world and grab-and-go activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Multicultural Fest is sponsored by LLCC Student Life.