The LLCC Black Student Union is establishing a new scholarship through the LLCC Foundation! Each year one student will be awarded $250 to help with tuition, fees and books. To raise money for the scholarship, BSU members are hosting monthly bake sales in A. Lincoln Commons. Join them for the second one on Monday, Oct. 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The remaining bake sale date this semester is Nov. 20.
Category Archives: Student Life
Student Life open house Nov. 1
LLCC Student Life promotes the mission of the college by providing quality programs and services that enhance the campus experience through leadership, educational and multicultural programs, and initiatives. Learn more about how they do this by stopping by the office (lower level, Menard Hall) between 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1 for the Student Life Open House!
Event attendees will have the opportunity to tour the LLCC food pantry and to hear more about the active student clubs and other events on the calendar. Of course, no Student Life sponsored activity would be complete without snacks and, this time, they’ll be fall-themed!
Did you know that Student Life coordinated …
- Welcome Week events – This fall it was “Welcome, Welcome, Welcome” with three weeks full of opportunities to gather. Activities ranged from a “Get the Scoop” ice cream social to a Student Worker Job Fair in partnership with Financial Aid.
- Multicultural Festival – A fun opportunity to celebrate the various cultures and backgrounds within the LLCC and Springfield area communities.
- World Mental Health Day activities – In partnership with Student Success, Student Life and the Logger Activities Board, we offered resources, giveaways and a healthy breakfast.
And make sure to check out these upcoming events:
- LAB Halloween Party – Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Students are invited to come in costume for a party filled with more treats than tricks! Prizes will be awarded in a costume contest and a pumpkin painting contest. Everyone can also enjoy games, candy and the photo backdrop.
- Operation Full Belly – Over the next several weeks, departments will work together to collect donations to support students facing food insecurity over the Thanksgiving holiday.
- Veterans Day Ceremony – Friday, Nov. 10 – The 28th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony will honor all veterans including LLCC faculty, staff and students who served in the armed forces.
See you on Nov. 1!
Cybersecurity presentation Oct. 27
Join the LLCC Computer Science Academy on Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. for an insightful presentation by Greg Matejka, IT security and assurance manager at LLCC, as he shares his expertise in overseeing the college’s robust cybersecurity framework. This online cybersecurity presentation will take place via Microsoft Teams teleconference and is expected to run for approximately 30-45 minutes, followed by an engaging Q&A session.
Greg’s talk will not only delve into his pivotal role at the college but will also explore the cybersecurity landscape in today’s job market. While the Q&A session will provide an opportunity for addressing technical inquiries, the primary focus will be on the role and the cybersecurity framework that LLCC has embraced.
Blood drive Nov. 14
More than 4.5 million people in the U.S. need blood transfusions each year and 1 pint of whole blood saves 3 or more lives.
ImpactLife will be on the LLCC main campus to make donating blood convenient! Please consider donating on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Appointments are required and registration for the blood drive is available online.
As an additional incentive to participate, donors will receive:
- $10 gift card option or 500 bonus points for whole blood donations
- $25 gift card option or 1500 bonus points for double red donations
If you have questions about the process or eligibility, visit www.bloodcenter.org or email Kristin Booher. Thank you for helping to save lives!
Submit Veterans Day recognition form
The college will honor veterans at its 28th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, sponsored by LLCC Student Life. The ceremony will begin at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 10 in A. Lincoln Commons with a reception to follow. This event honors all veterans, including LLCC faculty, staff and students who served in the armed forces, and it is open to the public.
We look forward to honoring those who have served our country. To be included in the printed program, please complete this Veterans Day Recognition Form no later than Oct. 31.
If you have any questions, please contact Student Life at studentlife@llcc.edu.
Spotlight on Student Life: Save the date for an open house
LLCC Student Life promotes the mission of the college by providing quality programs and services that enhance the campus experience through leadership, educational and multicultural programs, and initiatives. Learn more about how they do this by stopping by the office (lower level, Menard Hall) between 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 1 for the first departmental spotlight of the year!
Open house attendees will have the opportunity to tour the LLCC food pantry and to hear more about the active student clubs and other events on the calendar. Of course, no Student Life sponsored activity would be complete without snacks and, this time, they’ll be fall-themed!
Did you know that Student Life coordinated …
- Welcome Week events – This fall it was “Welcome, Welcome, Welcome” with three weeks full of opportunities to gather. Activities ranged from a “Get the Scoop” ice cream social to a Student Worker Job Fair in partnership with Financial Aid.
- Multicultural Festival – A fun opportunity to celebrate the various cultures and backgrounds within the LLCC and Springfield area communities.
- World Mental Health Day activities – In partnership with Student Success, Student Life and the Logger Activities Board, we offered resources, giveaways and a healthy breakfast.
Make sure to check out these upcoming events:
- LAB Halloween Party – Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Students are invited to come in costume for a party filled with more treats than tricks! Prizes will be awarded in a costume contest and a pumpkin painting contest. Everyone can also enjoy games, candy and the photo backdrop.
- Operation Full Belly – Over the next several weeks, departments will work together to collect donations to support students facing food insecurity over the Thanksgiving holiday.
- Veterans Day Ceremony – Friday, Nov. 10 – The 28th Annual Veterans Day Ceremony will honor all veterans including LLCC faculty, staff and students who served in the armed forces.
See you on Nov. 1!
BSU and PTK collecting coats for kids
The LLCC Black Student Union and Phi Theta Kappa are partnering up with Eastside Pride and Green Family Stores to collect coats for kids in the community.
BSU and PTK members will accept coat donations in A. Lincoln Commons from noon to 2 p.m. on Oct. 20 and Nov. 3.
Coats can also be dropped off with one of the BSU advisors (Kim Wilson, Lisa Clanton and Brandon Lewis) or PTK advisors (Dr. Gillian Bauer).
Every child should have a warm coat, and you can help!
Jacksonville Activities Board helps with campground work day
Members of LLCC-Jacksonville’s student group, Jacksonville Activities Board (JAB), visited Green Pastures Campground outside Meredosia on Saturday, Oct. 7 to help with the campground work day. Students cleaned and organized rooms to prepare for the campground’s upcoming events. The students had a great time helping and enjoying lunch that was provided (even after finding a snake!).
Healthy breakfast and resources for students today
In recognition of World Mental Health Day today, Oct. 10, the LLCC Student Life and Student Success will be sponsoring a healthy breakfast and resources for students from 9-11:30am. Additionally, Memorial Behavioral Health representatives will be available 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to provide students with mental health resources and free mental health assessments. Activities will take place in A. Lincoln Commons.
BSU and PTK collecting coats for kids
The LLCC Black Student Union and Phi Theta Kappa are partnering up with Eastside Pride and Green Family Stores to collect coats for kids in the community.
BSU and PTK members will accept coat donations in A. Lincoln Commons from noon to 2 p.m. on Oct. 20 and Nov. 3.
Coats can also be dropped off with one of the BSU advisors (Kim Wilson, Lisa Clanton and Brandon Lewis) or PTK advisors (Dr. Gillian Bauer).
Every child should have a warm coat, and you can help!