National Coming Out Day (NCOD) is a civil day of awareness celebrating individuals who publicly identify LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer as well as other gender identities and sexual orientations). Today, Oct. 11 will mark the 29th anniversary of NCOD. To celebrate, the Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) will be hosting an informational table in A. Lincoln Commons from noon-3 p.m. Students, faculty and staff are invited to stop by and learn more about the coming out experience and the LGBTQ+ community.

For more information about National Coming Out Day, please contact GSA president, Terrelle Jackson, at tjack4632@llcc.edu.

National Coming Out Day (NCOD) is a civil day of awareness celebrating individuals who publicly identify LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer as well as other gender identities and sexual orientations). This Wednesday, Oct. 11 will mark the 29th anniversary of NCOD.  To celebrate, the Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) will be hosting an informational table in A. Lincoln Commons from noon-3 p.m. Students, faculty and staff are invited to stop by and learn more about the coming out experience and the LGBTQ+ community.

For more information about National Coming Out Day, please contact GSA president, Terrelle Jackson, at tjack4632@llcc.edu.

The 14th annual Multicultural Fest will take place today, Oct. 4 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons on the Springfield campus. It showcases various cultures with ethnic food, entertainment and cultural exhibits. LLCC Outreach Centers in Beardstown, Jacksonville, Litchfield and Taylorville will also host celebrations in October. The events are free and open to the public. Get more details about Multicultural Fest.

The LLCC Chemistry Club is hosting a nacho bar on Wednesday, Sept. 27 in A. Lincoln Commons from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds will support hurricane relief efforts. So stop by today for a plate of nachos and a soda! The cost for nachos and a drink is $5, and it is $1 for a drink only.

The Black Student Union is sponsoring Blue Jeans Day today, Thursday, Sept. 21, in support of hurricane relief efforts. You can still contribute to the fundraising effort by bringing donations to the LLCC Student Life office. For Blue Jeans Day participants, the minimum donation is $5.

All monies will be donated to the Illinois Community College System Foundation, which is joining with the Texas Community College System to provide assistance to community college students affected by Hurricane Harvey.

The LLCC Student Radiographers Association will be selling raffle tickets for a Sept. 25 Cubs/Cardinals baseball game today, Tuesday, Sept. 19, from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Stop by the A. Lincoln Commons to purchase a raffle ticket or two! Tickets are $1 a piece or 12 tickets for $10. The game will be at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, and the tickets are in section 14, row 2, seats 3 and 4 (behind home plate). The drawing for the tickets will be held on Sept. 21. The money raised will help the SRA pay for students to attend an annual conference.

Can’t make it to the sale on the Sept. 19? Please contact advisors Janelle Murphy (janelle.murphy@llcc.edu) or Sharon Cheek (sharon.cheek@llcc.edu) to purchase tickets prior to Sept. 21.

The Black Student Union is hosting Haircut Wednesday on Sept. 20 in A. Lincoln Commons. Stop by and receive a free haircut 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

LLCC Student Life extends an invitation to faculty and staff to participate in our 14th Annual Multicultural Fest, which will be held on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. outside A. Lincoln Commons. The festival provides a great opportunity for our students to learn more about other cultural traditions and customs. Participation could include hosting an exhibit table, performing, volunteering or all of these activities! If you are interested in contributing to our campus’ celebration of culture and diversity, please review the ways to participate below and submit a registration form or sign up to volunteer by Sept. 15.

Perform
We welcome entertainment through dance, storytelling, music, dialogue, narration or recitation. Traditional sharing can also include puppetry, pantomime, traditional clothing, artistry or other ethnic custom.

Host an Exhibit Booth
Hosting an exhibit booth is a great way to showcase culture through activities and/or art.

Volunteer
Volunteers are needed to help set-up and serve food. Take a look at the volunteer sign-up schedule to put in your availability.

The Black Student Union is sponsoring Blue Jeans Day in support of Hurricane Harvey relief efforts on Thursday,  Sept. 21, 2017. To participate, please bring your donation to the LLCC Student Life office. The minimum donation starts at $5, and amounts over $5 are greatly appreciated!

All monies will be donated to the Illinois Community College System Foundation, which is joining with the Texas Community College System to provide assistance to community college students affected by Hurricane Harvey.