Category Archives: In the News

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01.03.24

In the news

Jolene Lamb, director, LLCC Community Education, wrote the Dec. 26 essay in the Illinois Times, “New year, new opportunities, new you.”

Chad Jones, professor of exercise and sports science and head women’s basketball coach, authored the Dec. 24 essay in the State Journal-Register, “The importance of sport and fitness.”

Ty Bergman, adjunct instructor culinary and special events consultant, wrote this week’s Epicuriosity 101 column in the State Journal-Register, “A coffee tradition.” Over winter recess, Jay Kitterman, culinary and special events consultant, turned his Dec. 27 Epicuriosity 101 column over to Charlyn Fargo Ware, who wrote “Favorite cookbooks.” Joshua Dineen, chef specialist, wrote the Dec. 20 Epicuriosity 101 column, “Favorite French side dishes for the holidays.”

12.13.23

In the news

Patty Mendoza, director, adult education and literacy, was interviewed by WICS yesterday. She discussed the $400,000 granted by the Illinois Community College Board and how LLCC will be creating and expanding bridge programs and providing support services for adult education students.

Sheridan Lane, director, culinary program and operations, wrote “Mocktails are for celebrating” for this week’s Epicuriosity 101 column in the State Journal-Register.

12.06.23

LLCC names new women’s volleyball coach

Kellee PhillipsLLCC has named Kellee Phillips as its new head women’s volleyball coach. She replaces Hannah Werth, who will be stepping away from coaching.

Originally from Coal City, Phillips had an extensive playing career in club volleyball for UNO and the historic powerhouse Sports Performance. She also played four years as a UIS Prairie Star in Springfield.

Phillips has coaching experience from the club realm as well as high school. She previously coached and ran the Sacred Heart-Griffin volleyball program for two seasons (2022-2023).

“We’re very excited to have Kellee as the new head coach for the program,” says Ron Riggle, athletic director at LLCC. “She embodies what our volleyball program represents, and we are excited to see what she does this coming season.”

“I am thrilled to be a Logger and grateful for this amazing opportunity,” adds Phillips. “I’m excited to help my players reach their full potential on and off the court, as well as all of our student athletes at Lincoln Land!”

12.04.23

LLCC Foundation announces 2023-2024 scholarship recipients

The LLCC Foundation has announced the recipients of over 370 scholarships totaling more than $880,000 for the 2023-2024 academic year. The LLCC Foundation awards scholarships every year thanks to the support and generosity of individuals, community businesses and organizations.

For the 2024-2025 academic year, the application period for LLCC Foundation scholarships is open through Feb. 15. For the online application, frequently asked questions, helpful scholarship resources and more, visit https://llccfoundation.org/scholarships.

View scholarship recipients listed alphabetically in hometown order followed by the scholarship they received.

12.01.23

In the news

Dr. Cynthia Maskey, dean, health professions, was interviewed yesterday by WICS/Fox Illinois about the shortage of health care workers and the opportunities for students in the field.

11.29.23

Upcoming LLCC Choir and Band performances

LLCC Music (made out of letters and music notes)The LLCC Choir and Band invite the public to free concerts in A. Lincoln Commons on the LLCC-Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd.

LLCC’s Choir performs “Homeward” on Friday, Dec. 1 at 1 and 7 p.m. Selections include “Homeward Bound,” “Take Me Home,” “I’m Going Home” and “Let the River Run.” The choir is directed by Laurie Lewis-Fritz and conducted by See Tsai Chan.

The LLCC Band performs in concert Monday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. Selections will range from concert band standards to holiday music. The band is directed by Jason Waddell. Soloists include Carter Demarco, Clay Higginson, Anna Lindstrom and Kelly Wells.

11.28.23

LLCC-Litchfield Student Club holds Thanksgiving food drive

The LLCC-Litchfield Student Club sponsored a Thanksgiving food drive from Nov. 6-17 in which students and faculty collected more than 200 non-perishable food items. These items were donated to the CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation in Montgomery County.

Classes competed to collect the most items for the drive and win a pizza party. First Year Experience taught by Jessie Blackburn was honored as the class with the most donations.

CEFS employees, LLCC students and LLCC-Litchfield staff with donated food items

l-r: Charity Griggs and Debra Wilkie, CEFS; Adrienne Frazier, LLCC-Litchfield education services representative; Josh Bader, Selina Cochran, Maggie Reynolds, Jessie Zhang, Drake Gasperson, Alyssa Lohman and Sofia Ray, LLCC students; and Jessie Blackburn, LLCC-Litchfield director

11.27.23

In the news

Ty Bergman, adjunct culinary instructor, provided a demo of different ways to make America’s favorite side dish, mashed potatoes, on News Channel 20 Marketplace Nov. 20.

Joshua Dineen, chef specialist, wrote last week’s Epicuriosity 101 column in the State Journal-Register, “A Brazilian favorite.”