LLCC’s Computer Science Academy is hosting SkySoar Fest, an outdoor showcase of radio-controlled flyers and drones, on Friday, Sept. 15, 1-3 p.m. on LLCC’s Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd., northeast of Cass Gymnasium. In case of rain, displays and presentations will be moved inside to the Student Union in the lower level of Menard Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
Faculty from LLCC Computer Science, Agriculture, Geography and Unmanned Aircraft System Remote Pilot Training programs and members of the Sangamon Valley RC Flyers will have displays and provide demonstrations. They will also talk about applications for small, unmanned aircraft technology in various careers, including search and rescue, precision agriculture, mapping and photography.
Rihab Sawah, professor of physics, provided an interview yesterday to NPR Illinois about “Stamps of Hope II,” a traveling art exhibit that LLCC will host from Sept. 15-Oct. 13. The exhibit showcases Syrian refugee artwork from the Zaa’tari Refugee Camp in Jordan and can be viewed weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery, located in Menard Hall. The public is invited to attend a gallery talk and reception featuring Middle Eastern cuisine on Thursday, Sept. 28, 5-6:30 p.m. in the Trutter Center.
Kathy Szamocki joined the college Aug. 7 as program assistant, social sciences and business. She will be working with the early childhood education program. Most recently, she served as the social media coordinator for St. Joseph the Worker Parish. Kathy studied office system technologies and earned an associate in applied science from Oakton Community College.
Every two seconds an American needs blood, and ImpactLife works to meet that need locally. On Sept. 13, they will be in A. Lincoln Commons from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make donating even more convenient. Appointments are required, and you can 
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