TLC came out on top for the second year in a row!  The team is comprised of Liesl Smith, Theresa Kanoza and Cara Swafford.  Together TLC lost 40.6 lbs or 8.63% of their total body weight.

In a close second, which came down to the last minute, was Waist Management.  This team is comprised of Bill Harmon, Craig Beckmier and Rich Teeter.  Together Waist Management lost 50.6 lbs or 8% of their total body weight.

And last but not least, in third place was CNA Duo which is actually a trio comprised of Sandra Chvala, Sharon Hashman and Keri Mounce.  Together CNA Duo lost 21.4 lbs or 3.82% of their total body weight.

This contest is marketed as a team contest however we do recognize the overall individual winner.  A big congratulations goes to Cara Swafford for being the 2014 Biggest Loser.  Individually Cara lost 18.2 lbs or 10.24% of her body weight.

The weekly winners’ names were placed in a hat to be drawn at the end of the contest.  Congratulations to Craig McFarland whose name was drawn from the hat.

Congratulations to all those who participated.

You are encouraged to attend an open forum today, 1:30-2 p.m., R. H. Stephens Room for the second of two candidates for the Vice President-Administrative Services.

This is an opportunity for the campus community to meet the candidates and ask questions. Those who attend will also have an opportunity to complete a feedback form.  The two candidates’ resumes can be viewed in the Human Resources office and the library. Please visit the HR Portal for more information.

The Distinguished Service Award recognizes more than the “employee of the year”.  This award is given to LLCC employees who demonstrate exemplary leadership, promotes a learner-centered environment and promotes service to the college community.  Service is a matter of the job.  This award recognizes those who provide service beyond the minimum.  Leadership can be provided in a subtle way.  Nominations should clearly describe what qualities exhibited by the nominee through his/her performance, attitude, behavior and action puts them in the elite class of “Distinguished Service Award Recipient”.  Instructions are listed on the Nomination Form.  Deadline is April 4^th.

The Human Resources office is currently advertising for the Program Director, Associate Degree Radiography position. Complete information can be found on the HR Portal.

A reminder that SURS will be on campus May 6, 2014 to hold individual retirement sessions with employees.  Please see the attached memo for more information on scheduling this appointment.  This offer will close on April 4, so get your appointment today!

Appointments are limited.  Due to recent pension reform, SURS counselors are in high demand and availability is limited.  Available appointments will go quickly so CALL TODAY!!

6th annual Walk Your Way to Wellness Challenge begins soon! Get your 5-person team together today!! The 4-week walking challenge will begin Monday, March 31.  This year’s challenge is strictly a walking challenge.  Only miles walked  by team members will be considered for the team challenge.  Runners will be placed in a separate individual challenge.  Prizes will be given away for individual and team winners.  Contact Kim Elder at kim.elder@llcc.edu.

And beginning the first week of April, yoga sessions will be available for LLCC employees. The group will meet an hour each week. The is $8 per person, per class paid directly to the instructor.  Click HERE for more information. If interested, please contact Joanie Rogers at 6-4612.

The Human Resources office is currently advertising for two positions in Student Services:  Assistant Vice President-Student Success & Director-Admissions, Records & Registration.  Complete information on these vacancies can be found on the HR Portal.

The Human Resources office is currently advertising the Director-Admissions, Records & Registration position.  Complete information on this position can be found on the HR Portal.

The Professional Development Day Planning Committee is busy planning the spring event to be held on March 25, including a presentation conducted by SURS on pension reform.  This 75-minute presentation will take place immediately following the LEAGUE Employee Campaign luncheon.  This presentation is the same presentation referred to in an email sent on Thursday (2/20) afternoon by the SURS Advocate.  More programming information will be out soon!

Weight Watchers is coming to campus.  There will be an informational meeting held THIS THURSDAY, Feb. 13 at 12:30pm in Menard Hall, room 2215.  Please join us to hear about the benefit Weight Watchers will bring to Lincoln Land!!            New Beginnings Information Meeting Flyer 2014