After 28 years of dedicated service, Gary Wendt, general maintenance technician at LLCC-Litchfield, is retiring! Please join us in wishing Gary a happy retirement on Friday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at LLCC-Litchfield, in the auditorium.
Category Archives: LLCC Outreach Centers
Multicultural Fest happens today!
Everyone is invited to celebrate LLCC’s 20th annual Multicultural Fest today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Trutter Center.
On the Springfield campus, local food trucks are offering free samples at the event. Restaurants serving from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. include Azteca, B & W and Gyros Stop.
Entertainment will be provided by DJ Yinka, Tebe Zalango (spoken word), Tom Irwin (music) and student performers from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Expressions Body Art & Design will offer henna body art from 11 a.m.to 2 p.m.
College and community partners with exhibits include LLCC Logger Activities Board, LLCC Adult Education, Springfield Baha’i Faith, Garvey Tubman Cultural Arts and Research Center, the Immigration Project, Illinois Migrant Council, Springfield Lincoln Library, Lithuanian American Club of Central IL, Islamic Society of Greater Springfield, Springfield Center for Independent Living, Unity of Springfield and the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois.
Outreach Center celebrations
LLCC-Jacksonville, 32 N. Central Park Plaza, will provide food from local restaurants, trivia and displays from English language learning students from 2-3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10.
LLCC-Litchfield, 1 Lincoln Land Dr., will feature food from local restaurants and a variety of coffee from different countries from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on Oct. 9.
LLCC-Taylorville, 800 S. Spresser, will showcase snacks from around the world and grab-and-go activities from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 9.
Retirement reception for Gary Wendt
After 28 years of dedicated service, Gary Wendt, general maintenance technician at LLCC-Litchfield, is retiring! Please join us in wishing Gary a happy retirement on Friday, Oct. 11 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at LLCC-Litchfield, in the auditorium.
LLCC-Litchfield held blood drive Sept. 30
The American Red Cross held a blood drive in the multipurpose room at LLCC-Litchfield on Sept. 30 with 13 total units collected, and 54% were first-time donors. We are proud of our students and staff for participating in this life saving opportunity!
LLCC-Jacksonville to host FAFSA and program Q&A events Oct. 16
LLCC-Jacksonville will host a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion event and Q&A sessions to learn more about getting started at LLCC on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The events are free and open to prospective students and family members.
Families who would like assistance completing the FAFSA can schedule a 30-minute appointment between 2-6 p.m. (last appointment at 5:30 p.m.) to meet with an LLCC financial aid professional.
Prospective students can learn more about getting started at LLCC during 45-minute Q&A sessions. For students who are undecided on their major, sessions will be held at 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. Sessions for those interested in workforce or health care careers will take place at 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. LLCC professionals will also be available to assist with completion of the online application and next steps.
Registration is encouraged and available at www.llcc.edu/jacksonville or by calling 217-243-6699.
Ira Bradley heads to LLCC-Jacksonville
LLCC-Jacksonville is thrilled to welcome Ira Bradley to the team. Ira has been at the college since 1993 and will take over in Jacksonville as general maintenance technician. Welcome to LLCC-Jacksonville, Ira! We are so excited to have you!
Welcome to LLCC Carissa Reichert!
LLCC-Jacksonville welcomes Carissa Reichert as the new educational service representative. Carissa, who started on Aug. 12, holds a bachelor’s degree in business marketing. She also co-owns Green Haven, an eco-friendly storefront in Jacksonville. She can be reached at carissa.reichert@llcc.edu and 217-786-3457. Welcome to LLCC Carissa!
Condolences to Bree McClenning and Tony Rothering
We extend our sympathy to Bree McClenning, education services representative at LLCC – Beardstown, on the passing of her father, Larry Stroklund of Montana on Monday, August 5.
We offer our condolences to Tony Rothering, professor of biology, on the passing of his father-in-law, Theodore H. Wessel, on Aug. 13. Read the obituary.
FAFSA Completion and Enrollment Events Planned
LLCC will host Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion nights at three college outreach centers to assist students and parents filling out the FAFSA and enrolling for the 2024-2025 academic year.
LLCC financial aid and admissions professionals will provide personalized help for students and parents in this open house style event. The event is free and registration is not required. Those needing assistance may stop by at any time during the following hours.
• Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2-6 p.m. – LLCC-Jacksonville, 32 N. Central Park Plaza
• Tuesday, Aug. 13, 3-6 p.m. – LLCC-Litchfield, 1 Lincoln Land Drive
• Wednesday Aug. 14, 3-6 p.m. – LLCC-Taylorville, 800 S. Spresser
LLCC Financial Aid on the main campus, 5250 Shepherd Road, Springfield, will offer walk-in FAFSA assistance Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with after-hours help available by appointment.
Retirement reception for Rick Lashbrook Aug. 6
After 27 years of dedicated service, Rick Lashbrook, general maintenance technician, LLCC-Jacksonville, is retiring! Please join us in wishing Rick a happy retirement on Aug. 6 from 3-4:30 p.m. at LLCC-Jacksonville.