Today, five of our LLCC music students with a concentration in voice — Miriam Carter, Aleah Cross, Alana Hamilton, Rayel Tasker and Hunter Woods — will be presenting solo performances as part of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception’s “First Friday Concert Series.” The concert starts at 7 p.m. The song selection will consist of some classical and musical theatre repertoire, ranging from Schubert and Debussy to selections from musicals such as “Anastasia” and “Catch Me if You Can.” The concert is free of charge.
Category Archives: Arts and Communication
In the community
Laura Anderson, professor of art, is part of the art exhibit “Pillsburied: Multiple Resurrections,” Sept. 6-28 at the Springfield Art Association. The show is the third in a series of exhibits created rom and about the ruins of the Pillsbury Mill factory in Springfield. The work includes depictions and interpretations of the abandoned factory, and sculptures and collages created from objects and materials found on site.
LLCC Music in the community
On Friday, Sept. 6, five of our LLCC music students with a concentration in voice — Miriam Carter, Aleah Cross, Alana Hamilton, Rayel Tasker and Hunter Woods — will be presenting solo performances as part of the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception’s “First Friday Concert Series.” The concert starts at 7 p.m. The song selection will consist of some classical and musical theatre repertoire, ranging from Schubert and Debussy to selections from musicals such as “Anastasia” and “Catch Me if You Can.” The concert is free of charge.
Welcome back to LLCC Shelly Hinds!
The LLCC Arts & Communication Department welcomes Shelly Hinds as the new administrative assistant to the dean. Shelly is an LLCC alum who played volleyball for the Loggers! She comes to us from SIU School of Medicine. You can email Shelly or call at 217-786-3690. Welcome home Shelly!
Dr. Natasha Casey presents at International Symposium
Dr. Natasha Casey, assistant professor of communication, presented at the International Media Literacy Research Symposium last month alongside colleagues from the U.K., Canada and the U.S. The presentation was possible thanks to a grant awarded by the Faculty Development and Recognition Committee.
In the news
Matthew Shaver, professor, integrated media design, was interviewed by WTAX on Friday, July 5, promoting the free Media Makers Camp. Listen to the interview.
Adam Watkins & Matt Shaver present “Twist the Assessment Loop”
Adam Watkins, dean, arts and communication, and Matthew Shaver, professor, integrated media design, spent the first half of the summer presenting at two higher education assessment conferences. The two showcased work with the CourseTalk+ app that allows faculty to combine quantitative data with qualitative narratives to document and plan for curricular adjustments.
Their first presentation was to the Assessment in Higher Education Network. LLCC was the only community college in attendance and presenting.
The second presentation was an extension of the Assessment Institute hosted by IUPUI. The two will present again in the fall at the Assessment Institute where they will be one of only three community colleges.
LLCC offering free Media Makers Camp
LLCC will host a Media Makers Camp for high school and recently graduated students who are interested in an inside-look at the field of integrated media design. The free camp will run July 22-25 at the LLCC-Medical District, 130 W. Mason St., Springfield. Morning (9 a.m.-noon) and afternoon (1-4 p.m.) sessions of the camp will be offered.
Over the course of four days, participants will get to explore the areas of 2D and 3D animation as well as video game design. The sessions will be led by Matthew Shaver, LLCC professor of integrated media design.
LLCC Choir Band spring concert, today 7 p.m.
Come listen to the Lincoln Land Community College Band’s spring performance tonight at 7 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commoons.
The performance will feature jazz standards including “St. James Infirmary,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” “Stompin’ at the Savoy,” “That Old Black Magic” and more. The band is directed by Jason Waddell, LLCC professor of music. Soloists include Duston Suits of Loami; Miriam Carter, Colin DeFord, Aerwyna Eastvold and Ryan O’Neal of Springfield; and Nick Horn of Mason City.
2024 Juried Art Show Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the LLCC 2024 Juried Student Art Show.
Erin Peterson of Sherman – Capstone, Ellie Lieber of Springfield – Best of Show, Anneke Finch of Springfield – 3D, Ashlyn Brickey of Buffalo – Drawing, Ren Schattschneider of Springfield – Painting, Faith Barnett of Waverly – Photography, Anaela Martin of Springfield – Digital, Aurora King of Chapin – Art History and Abby Oller of Springfield – Student Show Poster. Lilith Bing of Cantrall was honored with the Alexis Wernsing Pinnacle Award.