The spring 2021 semester begins Saturday, Jan. 9, and weekday classes begin Monday, Jan. 11. LLCC is again offering four class formats: face-to-face, online, remote and flex.

STUDENTS WILL USE LINCOLN LANDING APP FOR HEALTH SCREENINGS

Students will now complete a daily health screening on the new Lincoln Landing app prior to attending any face-to-face class or on-campus activity. This app contains a screening tool that instructs students on how to proceed when COVID issues arise by issuing a badge. (NOTE: Employees will continue to use the COVID-19 Symptom Tracker sent by HR.)

Students have received an invitation from School Info App to their LLCC email address. Once they accept, students will be able to log into the app via the web or their smart device. To get the app, students will need to visit Lincoln-Landing.app on the web or download the app to their mobile device from the App Store or Google Play store by searching Lincoln Landing.

More information on the app is available at www.llcc.edu/lincoln-landing. Students with any issues or concerns regarding the Lincoln Landing app can contact Rachel Duff, COVID-19 student health coordinator, via email at rachel.duff@llcc.edu or by phone at 217-786-2077.  In addition, view the “Student Return to Campus Guidelines” for the spring semester for reference in regard to requirements for on-campus activities.

“What to Expect for Spring 2021,” a webinar for LLCC students and parents, will be held on Thursday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m. Students will receive a link to the webinar in their LLCC email.

Take a look at highlights from the past challenging but very rewarding year in LLCC’s holiday video! You can also share the image and its hyperlink with any individuals with whom you interact on behalf of the college.

LLCC wishes you happy holidays! Share the image and its hyperlink with any individuals with whom you interact on behalf of the college.

Over 100 LLCC employees attended the virtual “Home for the Holidays” event yesterday! Thanks to Laurie Lewis-Fritz, instructor of music, and student Anna Crumbaugh for providing holiday music.

Holiday trivia winners were: Nicole Ralph, associate vice president of human resources; Dr. Claire Gordon, professor of communication; Jacob Deters, student engagement coordinator and Gary Bach, instructional technology specialist.

Ugly Holiday Sweater winners were: First place: Dr. Carmen Allen, professor of computer science; Second place: Brittany McGowan, building custodian; Third place: Jacob Deters, student engagement coordinator.

Thank you for making our virtual LLCC “Home for the Holidays” party a success! As a reminder, keep an eye out in the mail for your holiday gift from the holiday party committee and President Warren.

Your 2020 Holiday Party Committee: Amy Flynn, chair, Debra Bell, Michelle Burger, Jolene Lamb, Julie Sutfin

Join us for the virtual LLCC Holiday Party today, Dec. 10, from 2-4 p.m. via Zoom. There will be holiday trivia (music and movies) using Kahoot!, an ugly holiday sweater contest, music from LLCC faculty as well as camaraderie. The link to the Zoom event is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82153797534.

Schedule of Events:

2-2:30 p.m. – Munch and mingle

2:30-3 p.m. – Holiday trivia (The winners will be sent free car wash certificates!)

3-3:15 p.m. – Virtual live performance of music from Laurie Lewis-Fritz, instructor of music, and LLCC students

3:15-3:50 p.m. – Camaraderie and holiday trivia for those that missed the first session.

3:50-4 p.m. – Holiday sweater contest voting and winners announced. (First and second place ugly holiday sweater winners will receive a donated gift package including Car Wash City car wash tokens, a package of blank notecards and stamps, and gift cards from Cracker Barrel and  Scoop Du Jour.)

Join us for the virtual LLCC Holiday Party tomorrow, Dec. 10, from 2-4 p.m. via Zoom. There will be holiday trivia (music and movies), an ugly holiday sweater contest, music from LLCC faculty as well as camaraderie. The link to the Zoom event is: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82153797534.

Schedule of Events:

2-2:30 p.m. – Munch and mingle

2:30-3 p.m. – Holiday trivia (The winners will be sent free car wash certificates!)

3-3:15 p.m. – Virtual live performance of music from Laurie Lewis-Fritz, instructor of music, and LLCC students

3:15-3:50 p.m. – Camaraderie and holiday trivia for those that missed the first session.

3:50-4 p.m. – Holiday sweater contest voting and winners announced. (First and second place ugly holiday sweater winners will receive a donated gift package including Car Wash City car wash tokens, a package of blank notecards and stamps, and gift cards from Cracker Barrel and  Scoop Du Jour.)

Recipes

Since we’re unable to provide a catered meal, here are a few easy recipes from the Holiday Party Committee that you can make at home and enjoy during the virtual party!

Sweet Red Pepper Dip

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 jar red pepper jelly

Spread the cream cheese onto a shallow platter.  Top with jelly.  Serve with crackers.  Yes, it’s that easy!

Easy Cheesey-ball

8 oz. cream cheese
4 oz. sour cream
1 bag shredded cheese
1 pkg. chip beef (Budding Beef)
Green onions
Top with real bacon bits.

Form into a ball or leave in a bowl, serve with Wheat Thins or crackers.

Debbie’s Rice Krispie Treats

1 stick of butter
1 large jar of marshmallow crème
8-9 cups of rice krispies

Melt the butter and marshmallow crème together in large pan.
Once melted, add the rice krispies. The more cereal put in mix, the
drier the mix- I use closer to 8 cups because I like my treat creamy.

Press into buttered/sprayed dish.  When cooled, cut to desired size.

Buffalo Chicken Ranch Dip

In large skillet:
Melt 1 stick of butter and TBSP of lemon pepper.
Add 3-4 chicken breasts, cook until done. Set chicken aside.

Add to skillet:
¾ cup Frank’s Original Hot Sauce
1 cup Ranch dressing
1 8 oz. cream cheese
2-4 cups mild shredded cheese

Chop chicken breasts to small pieces and add back into skillet

Once all blended, put in slow cooker to keep warm. Serve with celery or chips.