Category Archives: General

01.15.15

Reminder: New process for proposals stalled in CurricUNET

A reminder that there is a new process for cleaning up proposals that are stalled in CurricUNET. For proposals that have been copied but nothing done according to the comparison icon:

1. After one year of inactivity from the time the course/program was copied, an email will be sent to the originator asking if this course is being revised, with a copy to the dean.

2. Based on the response from the originator, the following actions may be taken:
a. The pending file deleted.
b. The pending file deleted and the course recopied.
c. The pending file will continue.

3. If no response is received, the file will be deleted.

4. If Option C is chosen and no activity occurs in CurricUNET within the next six months, the pending file will be deleted.

It is important that files not sit out in the queue for several years. Once the course is copied, it is tied to the curriculum process in place at that time. If the processes change between the time it is copied and the time it is launched, it is easier for that file to get lost in the processes. Also, the date used for a course documentation’s last update is the date the pending file is originated, not the date it is approved.

01.12.15

This week at LLCC

Tuesday, Jan. 13: Club and Vendor Day, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons. Check out some of LLCC clubs and departments in addition to local non-profit and for-profit businesses. This event is sponsored by the Logger Activities Board.

Wednesday, Jan. 14: Skee Ball, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons. Yes, skee ball in the Commons! Come and have some fun!

Thursday, Jan. 15 : Visiting poet Stuart Kestenbaum, 10-11 a.m., R.H. Stephens Room. Kestenbaum will read his works along with other notable poets. Kestenbaum has written several books and his poems have been featured on NPR programs including Garrison Keillor’s “Writer’s Almanac” and “To the Best of Our Knowledge,” as well as in several publications, including SUN magazine. His books of poetry include “Only Now,” “Prayers and Run-On Sentences” and “House of Thanksgiving” (all Deerbrook Editions), and “Pilgrimage” (Coyote Love Press).

Friday, Jan 16: Dueling Pianos by LLCC alum Damien Kaplan and Mark Gifford, 11 a.m.-noon, A. Lincoln Commons. Enjoy former LLCC music alum standout Damien Kaplan and organist, pianist and showman Mark Gifford as they duel it out for an entertaining and fun way to conclude Welcome Week!

01.08.15

A few volunteers still needed for Welcome Week

Thanks to all those who have volunteered to assist students in the A. Lincoln Commons at the PRM “welcome table” next week. There are still a few slots available. Help students get a great start to the semester by providing directions, handing out student planners and answering a multitude of questions.

Contact Colleen Pittman at colleen.pittman@llcc.edu, or stop by the Information Desk in A. Lincoln Commons to sign up for available openings.

01.06.15

LLCC goes smoke-free July 1; resources available to help smokers

Pursuant to the Smoke-Free Campus Act (Public Act 098-0985), as of July 1, 2015:Print

• Smoking will be prohibited on all college-owned and operated property
• Smoking will be allowed only in personal vehicles parked on or travelling through campus
• $25 fine for first offense; $50 for second offense
• Commit to quit! LLCC’s Human Resources and Student Life offices have helpful information to assist smokers, in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Public Health and American Lung Association.

01.06.15

Welcome, Valerie Wright!

Valerie Wright has joined LLCC as the new associate dean of Wright Valerienursing. She previously served as the director of nursing at Danville Area Community College. She holds a master of science in nursing from Millikin University and is pursuing a doctor of nursing program (DNP) degree. She also holds a certified nurse educator (CNE) certification. Welcome!

12.18.14

KUDOS to these 20 employees!

KUDOS to these employees for going above and beyond to assist others and for living LLCC’s core values! Each will receive a KUDOS certificate today.

Susan Aherin, Gary Bach, Victor Broderick, Michelle Burger, Gaye Catlin, David Ferrill, Angela Gerberding, Sarah Goodman, Ashley Green, Mike Hanson, Mark Hardiman, Tim Humphrey, Cynthia Maskey, Chris McDonald, Marie Robert, John Ryan, Tracy Schatteman, John Turley, George Vaughn and Holly Walton.

Click December 2014 KUDOS awards to read what they did and who nominated them.

The next KUDOS will be announced the first week of March. Nominate a deserving colleague by clicking on the KUDOS tab in the upper right corner of LincIn.

The KUDOS award is an informal way to recognize the small and large ways our faculty and staff contribute to the positive environment that is LLCC. The person you nominate will receive a KUDOS certificate, with winners announced in LincIn. You can make an anonymous nomination if you wish. Brighten someone’s day and say “thank you, great job!” with the KUDOS award.