CAS to host final exam prep seminars for students

The Center for Academic Success will be hosting final exam prep seminars Dec. 6 and 8.

Topics include: developing a study plan; tips on how to study and how to answer objective, short answer and essay exam questions; managing test anxiety.

The seminar is open to all LLCC students. Both in-person and Zoom options are available. For more details and to register, students may visit www.llcc.edu/cas or call the Center for Academic Success at 217-786-2396. Registration closes on Friday, Dec. 3 at noon.

11.12.21

COVID-19 vaccination clinic Monday and Tuesday

LLCC will host another COVID-19 vaccination clinic in A. Lincoln Commons Monday, Nov. 15, 8:30 to noon and 4-6:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Nov. 16, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available. If you received your first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine held at our last vaccination clinic (Oct. 18 and 19), you can get your second dose to become fully vaccinated. No appointment is necessary to participate in this vaccination clinic; walk-ins are welcome. The Pfizer booster shot is also available. Please note that this clinic cannot provide the vaccination to children in the 5-11 year age group.

LLCC has extended the COVID-19 vaccination incentive for both employees and students through Nov. 30, 2021.

11.11.21

COVID-19 vaccination clinic Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 15 & 16

LLCC will host another COVID-19 vaccination clinic in A. Lincoln Commons Monday, Nov. 15 and Tuesday, Nov. 16. The clinic Monday will operate from 8:30 a.m. to noon and 4–6:30 p.m. On Nov. 16, the clinic will operate from 8:30 a.m. to noon. For this clinic, they plan to have the Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines available. If you received your first dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine held at our last vaccination clinic (Oct. 18 and 19), you can get your second dose to become fully vaccinated at this upcoming vaccination clinic. No appointment is necessary to participate in this vaccination clinic; walk-ins are welcome.

Also, given your status as working in education, if you are fully vaccinated and received the Pfizer vaccine, the booster shot is also available at these clinics. To be eligible for the vaccination booster, the following qualifications must be met: You must be at least 18 years old; the booster shot must be administered at least six months after the last dose of the primary series (this is the 2nd dose of the Pfizer vaccine). The booster shot is only for individuals who have received the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for their primary series.

Please note that this clinic cannot provide the vaccination to children in the 5-11 year age group. As a reminder, LLCC has extended the COVID-19 vaccination incentive for both employees and students through Nov. 30, 2021.

11.05.21

United Way campaign concludes today

There is still time yet today to make a difference in our local communities by donating to the United Way campaign.

Fill out your pledge form today or pick up a paper form at the Information Desk in A. Lincoln Commons and return it to Public Relations and Marketing. Choose convenient payroll deduction or make a one-time gift to charities of your choice or to the United Way Community Fund. Your gift will be joined with others to make a real difference.

Read more on LLCC’s United Way webpage.

Here are some of the agencies that can benefit from your gift include Catholic Charities-St. John’s Breadline, Helping Hands of Springfield, Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery, Senior Services of Central Illinois, Sojourn Shelter and Services, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois, Compass for Kids, Inc., Springfield Urban League, Helping Hands of Springfield, MERCY Communities, Memorial Behavioral Health, American Red Cross.

11.05.21

LLCC entries earn two city-wide On My Own Time (OMOT) ribbons

Congratulations to the LLCC artists honored with awards Wednesday evening at the city-wide On My Own Time (OMOT) art exhibit. This year, 87 OMOT artists submitted 186 entries at 12 in-house exhibits in the Springfield area. LLCC employees were awarded two ribbons at the city-wide exhibit on display through Saturday, Nov. 20 at the Springfield Art Association, 700 N. 4th St. LLCC winners are: Basketry: Second Place – Lindee Hall, “Full of Love” and Photography, Second Place – Chris McDonald, “Curious Kit”

Congratulations to all of the talented LLCC colleagues participating in this year’s exhibits!

We would also like to thank those that helped with the LLCC OMOT Exhibit: Debbie Bell, Karen Sanders, Lynn Whalen and Thom Whalen. We so appreciate their support and assistance! OMOT is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council. The purpose of OMOT is to help local businesses, agencies, educational and medical institutions identify and celebrate the artistic talents of people they employ.

Misty Hagstrom, 217-786-2466, misty.hagstrom@llcc.edu Lindee Hall Pratt, 217-786-2409, lindee.hall@llcc.edu

11.04.21

Welcome Bryan Goers

Bryan Goers joined the college as director, enrollment services on Nov. 1. He most recently served as the assistant dean of students, student engagement at University of Missouri. Bryan earned a bachelor’s degree in history from the University of Missouri – St. Louis and a master of public affairs degree in public policy from the University of Missouri – Columbia, and he is currently working on a doctorate in education. He can be reached at bryan.goers@llcc.edu or 217-786-2230.

Welcome, Bryan!

11.04.21

Congratulations Lindee Hall Pratt!

Lindee Hall, curriculum specialist, married Greg Pratt on Oct. 23. We wish them all the best!

11.03.21

Make your pledge to United Way yet this week

LLCC exists to support the community, and employees are asked to consider a gift to United Way to assist other organizations who help community members. Whether in times of crisis or working for a better life, United Way agencies provide vital services to our students, our neighbors and often ourselves and our families.

Fill out your pledge form today and help families in need. Paper forms are also available at the Information Desk in A. Lincoln Commons or from LLCC Public Relations and Marketing. Choose convenient payroll deduction or make a one-time gift to charities of your choice or to the United Way Community Fund. Your gift will be joined with others to make a real difference in our communities.

Read more on LLCC’s United Way webpage.

Here are some of the agencies that benefit from your gift to the United Way’s Community Fund. Contact Ministries, Helping Hands of Springfield, Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery, Senior Services of Central Illinois, Sojourn Shelter and Services, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Illinois, Compass for Kids, Inc., Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, One Hope United, Springfield Public Schools, Springfield Urban League, Helping Hands of Springfield, MERCY Communities, Memorial Behavioral Health, American Red Cross.

11.01.21

LLCC’s OMOT People’s Choice award winner is Chris McDonald

Congratulations to Dr. Chris McDonald, professor of political science, on winning LLCC’s On My Own Time (OMOT) People’s Choice award with his photography entry “Curious Kit.” He receives a $100 VISA gift card, courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.

The OMOT city-wide exhibit (which will display all pieces awarded 1^st place) will be at the Springfield Art Association (SAA) Nelson Gallery, 700 North Fourth Street, Nov. 3-20. The citywide awards, as well as the citywide best of show award will be announced at a reception at the SAA on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend.