Jolene Adams, culinary institute coordinator, wrote “Simple summer snacks for kids in the kitchen” for the Epicuriosity 101 column in the State Journal-Register today.
Congratulations Cynthia Smock!
Cindy Smock, instructor for the Neurodiagnostic Technology Program, has earned credentials in Evoked Potential. The exam is administered by ABRET, Neurodiagnostic Credentialing and Accreditation. The R. EP T. credential adds to her certification in EEG. Congratulations Cindy!
LLCC ID/Library Cards now obtained in Bookstore
As of July 11, LLCC IDs have moved from the LLCC Library to Campus Services and are located inside the LLCC Bookstore. Students, faculty and staff who need IDs should now come to the bookstore for this service. Although the ID machine will no longer be located in the Library, student and staff IDs will still function as library cards.
In the News
Dr. Charlotte Warren, president, and Cinda Edwards, former LLCC board chair, are featured in an article in this month’s Springfield Business Journal about their recent awards from the Illinois Community College Trustees Association.
LLCC students Niki and Dhiren Patel are featured in an article titled, “Go Near Go Far” in the June 30 edition of Jacksonville “The Source” newspaper.
The July/August Springfield’s Own (SO) magazine includes an article on the Culinary Institute’s summer pizza grilling class entitled, “A beer, a pizza and a grill: a perfect summer education.”
SO also includes a photo gallery from the LLCC Foundation Gala “The Great Gala.”
Jamie Stout, director, Community Education, along with Dr. Sam Wheeler, research historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library, appeared on Fox 55’s Good Day Marketplace to discuss travel opportunities in September.
Try Midday Yoga!
A new Midday Yoga session starts Aug. 3 and runs through Sept. 21. Class is held from 1-2 p.m. in the Trutter Center. Cost is $79.Register using course code CEW 802-03. Many LLCC employees enjoy this course, ask your co-worker to join you! Sign up today!
Springfield Chamber Q5 funds new LLCC business mentoring and internship program for African-American males
Local African-American males will have opportunities to explore various career paths within the Springfield community through a new mentoring and internship program announced by Lincoln Land Community College and The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.
The Open Door program, funded by the Chamber’s Quantum Growth Economic Development Partnership (Q5), will begin this fall when 20-30 African-American males who attend LLCC will be offered mentoring and internships at local businesses and organizations.
“The program will provide minority students with strategic opportunities to ‘try on’ various careers that exist within our community,” said Chamber President and CEO Chris Hembrough. “The opportunities will result in internships through local businesses and organizations, provide a combination of academic and business mentoring, and ultimately lead to employment opportunities related to the career path they have both discovered and decided to pursue.” Continue reading
In the News
Drs. Charlotte Warren, president, and Lesley Frederick, vice president of student services, were interviewed for the July 10 business page in the State Journal-Register, regarding the new “Open Door” program starting this fall at LLCC. (See article above.)
Student Life Hosting Blood Drive July 14
The Student Life Office is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, July 14 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Student Union, Menard Hall. The Central Illinois Community Blood Center will have a table in the A. Lincoln Commons today to schedule appointments and provide additional information. Walk-ins are also welcome the day of the blood drive. Contact the Student Life Office if you have any questions.
- All presenting donors will instantly receive a FREE t-shirt!
- All presenting donors from May 1st through September 30th will be automatically entered into a drawing for a NEW 2015 Ford Fiesta.
- All presenting donors in July will be automatically entered to a $300 Gas Card!
In the Community
Lincoln Land Community College was well represented at the Morgan County Fair talent contest on July 6! Brenda Protz, professor of communication, served as emcee for the event. The judges panel consisted of Melinda Pitt Kaye, adjunct instructor of music, with former LLCC students Lisa Mayes and Brandy Protz.
L-R: Lisa, Brenda, Melinda and Brandy
Position Vacancy Announcement
The Human Resources office is currently advertising for an Education Services Representative in Beardstown. Complete information on this position can be found on the HR Employment site.