Facilities Services would like to thank Rich Teeter, Bill Harmon and the Precision Agriculture Students for their assistance with improvements to the Lake Macoupin Watershed.

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, using precision drone operation, faculty and students expertly overseeded about eight acres of turf between the Child Development Center and the campus lake with native pollinator seed. This area was designated as a reduced mowing area this past spring. Reduced mowing areas save a tremendous amount of labor, fuel and maintenance costs and are very environmentally friendly. This particular area is directly uphill from Lake Macoupin and is an important part of the watershed that drains into the lake.

The devastation of recent storms has left many out of power in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. More than 100 electrical line workers, including former LLCC students and those affiliated with our lineman program partner (Association of Illinois Electric Cooperatives), are onsite in these locations to restore power.

LLCC’s electrical distribution lineman program, in collaboration with the LLCC Foundation, is holding a donation drive this week for supplies to help out these line workers and potentially those affected by the storms. They will be delivering supplies on Saturday. Items needed include bottles of water, granola bars, bags of chips (individual serving size).

All donations are appreciated and can be dropped off in the LLCC Foundation office through Friday, Oct. 11, at noon.

Join LLCC on Oct. 11 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons as we recognize National Coming Out Day, a time to honor and support individuals in the LGBTQ+ community who embrace their true selves. This day encourages openness, understanding, and acceptance, fostering a campus environment where everyone feels safe and valued. Let’s celebrate diversity and show our solidarity by participating in events and discussions throughout the day. Together, we can create a more inclusive community for all!

Sponsored by: Gay/Straight Alliance, Student Life, Compliance and Prevention Office

Check out the latest in LLCC merchandise the bookstore has to offer — new t-shirts, hoodies and more.
Stop by the lower level of Menard Hall or purchase online to update your Friday spirit gear!

Voting for LLCC’s cutest pets is now open! The contest will run until end of the day on Oct. 11. Donations are made by casting your vote for the cutest pet(s) of LLCC faculty and staff. You may vote for multiple pets, more than once.

Vote through this online link.

Other ways to support LLCC’s United Way campaign include through employee payroll deduction. You may also make an outright gift via credit card or check. Learn more about United Way and make your pledge on the LLCC United Way donation page.

As Halloween approaches, the LLCC Honors Program is hosting a costume donation drive to support those in need within our local community! Everyone is invited to participate in this special fundraiser by donating old or gently used Halloween costumes or costume accessories. All donations will be given to a local elementary school!

How You Can Help

• Donate your costumes: If you have costumes, masks, hats, or other accessories from past Halloweens that are no longer in use, consider donating them. Kids’ costumes, adult costumes, or even costume parts are all welcome!
• Spread the word: Share this with your friends and family and encourage them to join in too. The more costumes we collect, the more we can support our community.

Drop-Off Information:

• Donations can be dropped off in A. Lincoln Commons in Menard Hall, Sept. 30-Oct. 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Apple cider provided for those donating.
• There will be collection boxes located in Sangamon Hall, Office 2312 as well as outside the Honors Lounge in Menard Hall, 2238.