Cassie Graun joined LLCC Nov. 20 as administrative assistant to the dean, English and humanities. She previously worked at Camp Lincoln, Illinois Army National Guard as secretary for the inspector general’s office. Cassie and her husband also own and operate Graun Bee Company in Petersburg, where they harvest and sell honey. She is an LLCC alum, who earned an associate in arts.
She can be reached at 217-786-2822 or cassandra.graun@llcc.edu.
Welcome Cassie!
LLCC will be closed for Thanksgiving recess Wednesday, Nov. 22, through Sunday, Nov. 26. No classes will be held, and administrative offices at the Springfield campus as well as outlying locations in the LLCC district will be closed. Regular hours will resume Monday, Nov. 27.
Have a happy Thanksgiving!
LLCC’s Holiday Party for faculty, staff and retirees will be held Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union (lower level of Menard Hall).
In celebration of winter holidays around the world, we invite you to share your favorite winter holiday traditions. Stories will be on display at the party for all to read and enjoy, and you can chose to remaining anonymous.
‘Tis the season to spread joy, and we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your extraordinary talents at our upcoming Holiday Party on stage! If you are an employee of LLCC (and especially if you’ve never had the opportunity in the past), we believe that your unique talent will add an extra touch of magic to our event.
Please send an email to carmen.allen@llcc.edu with the following information:
Let’s make this an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! We look forward to receiving your confirmation and witnessing the magic you’ll bring to our festive celebration.
Join LLCC Advancement on Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m., and learn why we’re “s’more than you think” while you enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores. You will also learn about scholarships at LLCC, the LLCC Career Center, LEAGUE grants, Giving Day activities and other fun things Advancement does for the college.
While Advancement staff are currently spread out throughout the college, the open house will be in the LLCC Foundation, Menard 1214.
LLCC’s “Art After Hours” exhibit closes at the end of day, Tuesday, Nov. 21. There is still time to vote for your favorite artwork! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.
Did you know that some of the artwork is for sale? The price, if for sale, will be on the artwork label. Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if interested in purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork!
The exhibit is in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery in Menard Hall, level 2 and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. LLCC’s AAH exhibit runs through Tuesday, Nov. 21. The exhibit features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.
AAH is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.
Dear LLCC friends and colleagues,
Thank you for giving me such a wonderful send-off into retirement. I appreciated those who came to the reception, sent cards and emails or had chats with me in the hallways. I wish everyone at LLCC the best. Go Loggers!
Fondly,
Lynn
Calling all singers and musicians (solo, group, instrumental)! ‘Tis the season to spread joy, and we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your extraordinary talents at our upcoming Holiday Party on stage! If you are an employee of LLCC (and especially if you’ve never had the opportunity in the past), we believe that your unique talent will add an extra touch of magic to our event.
Please send an email to carmen.allen@llcc.edu with the following information:
LLCC’s Holiday Party for faculty and staff will be held Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union (lower level of Menard Hall). Let’s make this an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! We look forward to receiving your confirmation and witnessing the magic you’ll bring to our festive celebration.
Ernest Ashby joined LLCC Nov. 13 as course materials coordinator. He previously worked at the Law Enforcement Training Advisory Commission for more than 14 years. He is a former LLCC student and earned a bachelor’s degree in photography and a minor in art history for Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.
He can be reached at 217-786-2377 or ernest.ashby@llcc.edu.
Welcome Ernest!
LLCC President Charlotte Warren invites faculty and staff to a special winter celebration Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union.
In celebration of winter holidays around the world, the LLCC Holiday Party Planning Committee is asking faculty and staff to share a brief description of their favorite family winter holiday tradition. Stories might include a favorite food dish that is always part of the holiday meal, a traditional family activity or anything else that makes your winter holidays special.
To participate, follow the link below and fill out the form by Monday, Nov. 20. The committee will review your story for posting at the LLCC Holiday Party in December.
Contact Julie Clevenger at julie.clevenger@llcc.edu with any questions.