Dr. Chris McDonald, professor of political science, spoke on the Christmas Truce at the “Christmas at the Front” event the evening of Dec. 17 at the Illinois State Military Museum.
Career Development Services offers classroom visits
In the Career Development Services Office we are passionate about helping students choose and prepare for a career path. We are always looking for ways to connect students to all the services we provide! As you are developing your syllabi and preparing your classes for the spring semester, please keep in mind that we are available to come and speak to your class. Topics include: career exploration, interest inventories, resume writing, interviewing, job shadowing and internships. We can even arrange for your students to do the Career Cruising matchmaker during our visit and each student will receive a list of 40 possible careers based on their interests. We visit many classes each semester and would love to add yours to our list! Just e-mail MaryBethRay@llcc.edu to schedule a visit!
In the News
The free weatherization training program at LLCC-Litchfield is featured in this article in the Journal News; Steve Bryant, workforce specialist, says it’s a “win-win” program for students and employers.
Finals Week Massages TODAY!
Need to De-Stress? Come down to the Student Life Office to sign up for a FREE 10 minute massage from Add A Touch Massage! Massages will be available today, Dec 17th. Space is limited, sign up right away! This is a Red & Blue Crew Athletics/Wellness event sponsored by the Logger Activities Board.
LLCC Big Band and Stolen Moments perform at White Oaks Mall tonight
The LLCC Big Band, directed by Jane Hartman, and the Stolen Moments jazz ensemble, under the direction of music instructor Jason Waddell, will perform Christmas and holiday favorites at the White Oaks Mall food court tonight, Monday, Dec. 16, from 6-8:30 p.m.
Also, check out the LLCC wall display as you enter the mall at the southwest entrance near Five Guys!
Alumni Association has fleece scarves available for faculty/staff alums
Brrrr! The weather outside is frightful, staying warm is so delightful, and since we have many places to go…. Faculty and staff who are LLCC alums are warmly invited to stop by the Foundation Office and pick up a fleece scarf this week (while supplies last). Remember, the Alumni Association’s definition of an alum is anyone who has completed a minimum of three credit hours at LLCC. Stop in and visit and pick up your scarf!
Welcome Week volunteers needed!
Volunteers are needed to greet and assist students during the first week of spring semester classes beginning Jan. 13. Various morning and some evening shifts are available. Click Welcome Week sign-up sheet spring 2014 to see the schedule. If interested in volunteering, email Colleen Pittman (colleen.pittman@llcc.edu) or stop by the Information Desk in the A. Lincoln Commons to sign up.
Grade changes due TODAY for Spring and Summer 2013 “Incomplete” grades
Grade changes for an “Incomplete” assigned during the Spring and Summer 2013 semesters are due in the Student Records office TODAY. If no grade change is submitted today, the student’s grade will roll to the grade specified on the original “Incomplete” form or an “F” (if grade area was left blank). Please contact Student Records if you have questions.
Position Vacancies Announced
The Human Resources office will be advertising for three vacancies this weekend: Academic Success Professional, Public Safety Assistant-LLCC, Taylorville, and Information Technology Specialist. Please see the HR Portal for additional information on these positions.
In the News
The LLCC music program is featured in this week’s Illinois Times cover story “Music matters at Lincoln Land.”
The Madrigal Singers were pictured in the Dec. 12 SJ-R, performing at the Old State Capitol. They’ll also perform at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Dana Thomas House.
Ron Riggle, head baseball coach and athletic director, and Justin Knoedler, assistant baseball coach, were guests of Sam Madonia on the AM Springfield show on Sports Radio 1450 Dec. 12. They discussed the upcoming youth baseball camp Dec. 27-29. Cost is $120 and registration is available at 6.2426.