Category Archives: General

06.30.20

Appointment safety guidelines

LLCC campus buildings and outreach center facilities remain closed to “walk-in” traffic. For offices that have been approved to have appointments — students, prospective students and visitors who have pre-arranged or scheduled business appointments at a location must adhere to all safety guidelines, including:

  • Completion of health questionnaire, including a temperature check upon arrival;
  • Wearing of a face covering at all times;
  • Maintaining social distancing (6 feet apart) whenever feasible;
  • Following all directional signage regarding “traffic flow” throughout buildings;
  • No additional guests accompanying you on your scheduled visit, unless approved in advance.

For more information, visit www.llcc.edu/covid-19-college-update.

06.16.20

LLCC ALERT test today

Each semester, LLCC tests its emergency alert system called LLCC ALERT. LLCC ALERT allows the college to communicate with you by text, phone and email in an emergency, as well as for severe weather and other closures. Current employees and students are automatically enrolled in LLCC ALERT.

The next test will take place today, June 16, at approximately 11:30 a.m. You will receive a test message from LLCC ALERT.

We encourage you to visit www.llcc.edu/alert and log in with your LLCC username and password to check your current contact information and manage how you receive emergency notifications. LLCC ALERT uses the information about you currently stored in the college’s Colleague system, and this information may need updating. Please add your office phone number if it is not listed, and make any other revisions needed.

For assistance, please contact the IT Service Desk at 786-2555 or helpdesk@llcc.edu.

Note: Updating your contact information in LLCC ALERT will NOT update that information in Colleague. To update your information in Colleague, please contact LLCC Human Resources.

06.16.20

Welcome Jamil Steele

Jamil SteeleJamil Steele joined LLCC Monday as director of adult education and literacy. He has over 20 years of experience in adult education as an instructor, manager, director, professional developer and state administrator. Jamil earned a master’s degree in education focusing on curriculum and instruction as well as instructional technology from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. He can be reached at jamil.steele@llcc.edu. Welcome, Jamil!

06.15.20

LLCC Alert test Tuesday, June 16

Each semester, LLCC tests its emergency alert system called LLCC ALERT. LLCC ALERT allows the college to communicate with you by text, phone and email in an emergency, as well as for severe weather and other closures. Current employees and students are automatically enrolled in LLCC ALERT.

The next test will take place Tuesday, June 16, at approximately 11:30 a.m. You will receive a test message from LLCC ALERT.

We encourage you to visit www.llcc.edu/alert and log in with your LLCC username and password to check your current contact information and manage how you receive emergency notifications. LLCC ALERT uses the information about you currently stored in the college’s Colleague system, and this information may need updating. Please add your office phone number if it is not listed, and make any other revisions needed.

For assistance, please contact the IT Service Desk at 786-2555 or helpdesk@llcc.edu.

Note: Updating your contact information in LLCC ALERT will NOT update that information in Colleague. To update your information in Colleague, please contact LLCC Human Resources.

06.11.20

Thank you from Neci Faine

I would like to thank everyone for their kind and thoughtful expressions of sympathy following the passing of my brother, Robert Earl Fain Sr. My family and I appreciate your support during this difficult time.

Neci Faine, duplication and mail center technician

06.03.20

Dr. Claire Gordon receives Phi Theta Kappa award

Dr. Claire GordonClaire Gordon, Ph.D., professor of communication and advisor to the LLCC chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, was honored with the Outstanding Advisor award at the annual PTK Illinois Regional Conference and Honors Institute in a virtual ceremony May 30.

In addition, two LLCC students were installed as officers for the Illinois Region. Hyler Pence will serve as president, the first time a member of the LLCC chapter has achieved this honor. He currently serves as LLCC chapter public relations officer. Julia Kienzler will serve as central vice president. She currently serves as LLCC chapter president.

“Hyler and Julia are both outstanding students, and I know they will make LLCC proud as they serve the Phi Theta Kappa Illinois Region over the next year,” said Dr. Gordon.

Cheyenne Kesselring, a recent LLCC graduate and former chapter public relations officer, received an award for Outstanding Chapter Officer.

Phi Theta Kappa is the nation’s leading honor society for students attending community colleges. It recognizes academic success and provides opportunities for members to develop professional and leadership skills, earn scholarships and explore career paths.

06.03.20

CDC advice: What to do if you are sick

In addition to sharing tips on how to help protect yourself and others from COVID-19, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides information on what to do if you are sick. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever and a cough. If you are sick with COVID-19 or think you might have COVID-19, do not leave your home except to get medical care. Do not visit public areas. Most people have mild illness and are able to recover at home. If you think you may have been exposed to COVID-19, contact your healthcare provider.

  • Keep track of your symptoms.
  • If you have an emergency warning sign (including trouble breathing), get emergency medical care immediately.

The CDC also offers a self-checker to help you make decisions and seek appropriate medical care.

06.02.20

Welcome Chris Russell

Chris RussellChris Russell joined the college Monday as chief of police June 1. He recently retired as a lieutenant from the Springfield Police Department after 25 years of service. He is a graduate of LLCC, Illinois State University and Northwestern University’s School of Police Staff and Command. He can be reached at christopher.russell@llcc.edu. Welcome, Chief Russell!