10.23.15

SGA Denim Day Oct. 29 in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The Student Government Association is hosting Denim Day Thursday, Oct. 29 in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Take a $5 donation to the Student Life Office to wear your jeans. All proceeds will be sent to the Memorial Mammography Cancer Fund.

Save the dates for upcoming Student Life events:
• Sexual Assault Presentation by Margaret Oltman, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-noon, R.H. Stephens Room
• Veterans Day Ceremony, Nov. 11, 1 p.m.-2 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons
• Commit to Quit resources available, Nov. 12, A. Lincoln Commons
• Blood Drive, Nov. 23 11 a.m.-4 p.m., A. Lincoln Commons

10.23.15

ITDE workshop Oct. 29 – Brain Sticky!

On Thursday, Oct. 29, join Amy Chernowsky, academic success professional, for Brain Sticky from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in SGMN 0119. Do students often complain that they can’t remember information or that there’s too much information to remember? Learn how you can help students improve their “brain sticky-ness” when it comes to learning your content area. This workshop explores how memories are formed and stored in the brain, strategies for memory improvement and resources to give your students to help them improve their memory.

To register for Brain Sticky, click HERE.

10.22.15

Spring registration starts today for current students; encourage them to register now using enhanced WebAdvisor!

Spring registration begins today for current students. You can assist by encouraging students to register now, rather than waiting. There are many advantages, including more class selections and a more flexible payment plan.

Also, WebAdvisor was recently enhanced and is now easier to use.

Students can now:
• Search for classes by term
• Search for classes by location
• Search for classes by delivery method (in-class, online, hybrid)

Encourage students to register now for spring classes using WebAdvisor!

10.22.15

Today: Sustainability Day activities continue; Child Development Center Family Fun Night Open House

Sustainability Day activities continue today in A. Lincoln Commons. Student clubs and the Green Center will have informational tables, games and snacks from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. From noon-1:15 p.m., the film “Unacceptable Levels” will be shown.

If you are looking for excellent child care, attend the LLCC Child Development Center’s Family Fun Night Open House tonight from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Parents, children and families are welcome to view the facilities and children’s activities, talk to teachers and parents of enrolled children, and enjoy refreshments and a story time.

The LLCC Child Development Center, which was honored with the ExceleRate Illinois Gold Circle of Quality Award last year, is open to any child in the community, from 15 months to kindergarten entry. The Center is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children, and adheres to learning curriculum through play. Tuition assistance is available to those who qualify.

For more information or to schedule an individual visit, call 786.2450 or visit www.llcc.edu/child-development-center.

10.22.15

Funeral services for Hugh McNiece’s mother

Again, we wish to extend our condolences to Hugh McNiece, math professor, on the loss of his mother, Martha McNiece. Visitation for Martha will be at Trout Funeral Home Friday, Oct. 23, 2015 from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at Hartford Ave. Church of Christ on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at Resthaven Memorial Park will follow the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 841125, Dallas, TX 75284-1125 or the Hartford Avenue Church of Christ Benevolence Room, 1905 Joe Street, Ponca City, OK 74601. Read the full obituary.

10.22.15

Travel to Chicago for the holiday season at a discounted rate

Community Education is offering a trip to Chicago at a discounted rate to you! On Dec. 5-6, join hosts Jay and Carol Kitterman for a wonderful time in the Windy City for the holiday season. Visit a museum or enjoy shopping along Michigan Avenue. For more info, visit www.llcc.edu/community-education or call Denese Schaljo at 786-2432. Course code and cost: CEW 121-04C $195 for double occupancy; CEW 121-04D $295 for single occupancy.

10.21.15

Sustainability Day activities-Farm Stand at Bistro Verde today; information booths/movie tomorrow

Sustainability Day activities kick off today with a farm stand at Bistro Verde from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. The farm stand will feature fresh produce for sale, grown in the campus high tunnels, including: lettuce (little gem, Yugoslavian red, speckled), mesclun mix, arugula, spinach, French breakfast radish, flat-leaf parsley and curly kale. Takeout lunches are also being served in the Bistro at that time. Here is the menu: Bistro to Go 10.12.15 and you can pre-order by emailing bistroverde@llcc.edu.

Thursday in A. Lincoln Commons, student clubs and the Green Center will have informational tables, games and snacks from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. From noon-1:15 p.m., the film “Unacceptable Levels” will be shown. The film by Ed Brown “…brings home in a very real way the link between our environment and our health.”

10.21.15

LLCC Alumni Services accepting nominations for 2016 Honored Alumni Award

Alumni Services is accepting nominations for the 2016 LLCC Honored Alumni Award. The deadline for nominations is Nov. 30.

Anyone may nominate an LLCC alum for the award by completing a nomination form that is available at www.llcc.edu/foundation-alumni/. Nominees must have graduated from or successfully completed coursework at LLCC; achieved outstanding success and distinction in his/her chosen field; demonstrated humanitarian service; have a continued interest in and support of education and community colleges; and have the ability to attend LLCC’s commencement ceremony on May 13, 2016.

Past recipients of the Honored Alumni Award include: 2009 – Bill Ames of Springfield; 2010 – Michelle Tjelmeland of Springfield; 2011 – Bruce Compton of St. Charles, Mo.; 2012 – Gregg Humphrey of Springfield; 2013 – Jim Matheis of Springfield; 2014 – Dr. Karla (Carwile) Ivankovich of Glenview, Ill., and 2015 – Cinda Edwards of Springfield.

For more information, call the LLCC Alumni Services Office at 217.786.4612 or email alumni@llcc.edu.