KUDOS nominations being accepted

Lincoln Land Community College KUDOS: Key or Unique Demonstrations of Outstanding ServiceKey or Unique Demonstrations of Outstanding Service award nominations are open! They will be accepted through Monday, July 1. Faculty and staff can nominate a deserving colleague by submitting the KUDOS form (also available by clicking on the KUDOS tab in the upper-right corner of LincIn). Please use a Chrome or Firefox browser when completing this form. The KUDOS awards will be announced Wednesday, July 10.

The KUDOS awards are an informal way to recognize the special contributions — small and large — made by faculty and staff that create the positive environment that is LLCC. Brighten someone’s day. Say, “Thank you! Great job!” with a KUDOS award!

Tumbleweeds for Sale

Are you planning a country western-themed wedding or party soon? The LLCC Foundation has two tumbleweeds that were used as decorations for the Spurs and Sparkles Gala in April. They are available for $40 each or two for $75. Below is a description from the Dried Décor website where they were purchased:

This Gigantic sized tumbleweed is guaranteed to move in the wind measuring between 24-30 inches this one will get your attention crossing the highway. These truly country plants are fun and decorative for any time. Try them painted for a fun Christmas tree that you can decorate for the holidays. A great decorative addition to any country western themed hoA decorative tumbleweed against a wagon wheel and decorative cow.liday, party, or occasion. These babies were meant to roll so if they are outside make sure they are tied down good.

Please feel free to view them in person in the Foundation or call 217-786-2343 or email llccfoundation@llcc.edu for more information.

Congratulations to ICCTA Award Winners and nominees from LLCC

LLCC President Charlotte Warren, Brice Huddleston and Samanta Enz pose for a photo at the ICCTA Awards Banquet.
Congratulations to LLCC alum Brice Huddleston, retired Colonel, U.S. Air Force, recipient of the Illinois Community College Trustee Association (ICCTA) statewide Distinguished Alumnus Award. Samantha Enz, secretary, LLCC Board of Trustees, was also honored at the banquet with a Trustee Education Award.

Matt Shaver, professor of integrated media design, was recognized as a nominee for the Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member Award.
Dr. Charlotte Warren and Matthew Shaver in front of ICCTA backdrop

Congratulations to Andy Mitkos

Andy Mitkos with his Chair Academy Leadership completion award.Congratulations to Andy Mitkos, director, academic technology systems and support, who recently completed a year-long leadership program. The Academy for Leadership and Development is a premier leadership development organization for higher education emerging and experienced leaders. It is centered around developing inclusive and influential leaders whose purpose is to advance their academic and administrative leadership, regardless of position.

Juneteenth Fact of the Day

The Journey of JuneteenthIn 1980, Texas becames the first state to declare Juneteenth a state holiday. Read more at Mental Floss.

Make plans to celebrate Juneteenth Freedom Day at LLCC on June 19, 2024, with the second annual Freedom Walk at 8:30 a.m. Each day before the celebration, the LLCC Juneteenth Committee will share a fact about this historic day.

Order your Juneteenth T-shirts from Kim Wilson, recruitment specialist, by the end of today, Thursday, June 13. Tshirts are $20 each. For more information or questions about the t-shirt order, email Kim Wilson or call 217-786-2810.

Juneteenth t-shirt designs for the 30th anniversary.