The Public Relations & Marketing Office posts a monthly addendum for the LLCC Directory to keep the campus informed of updates throughout the year. The November addendum has been posted and can be viewed by clicking HERE or visiting the PRM Portal Page and looking under Shared Documents.
Judy Jozaitis pens essay on the skills gap
Dr. Judy Jozaitis, vice president, Workforce Development and Community Education, wrote this essay for the State Journal-Register Dec. 1 on how LLCC’s Workforce Division is addressing the skills gap.
EHST Safety Tip of the Month
The December/January Safety Tip brought to you by the Environmental Health & Saftey Team:
Wintertime snow, ice and cold temperatures bring an increased risk of injury. Now is the time to start thinking what you can do to minimize the risk of personal injury in the winter months ahead.
Snow and ice on the pavement:
- Watch for areas where ice tends to form.
- Limit walking to designated walkways as much as possible. Do not take shortcuts over snow piles and in areas where snow and ice removal are not feasible.
Working in cold temperatures:
- Wear layers of loose clothing and avoid tight clothing, as it can restrict blood circulation.
- Make sure to properly cover your ears, face, hands and feet.
Read the full article for even more tips for dealing with these cold weather conditions.
Giving Campaign through United Way totals and raffle winners announced
LLCC raised $13,742.08 to help those in need in our community in the 2013 Giving Campaign through United Way. We sincerely thank all those who donated this year!
A random drawing of donor names was held, and the winners of $10 gift cards are Starbucks: Dwayne Whitney; Subway: Charlotte Warren; Red Lobster/Olive Garden: Diane Clark; Qik&Easy: Jennifer Ramm; Centrum Cafe: Mark Roehrs; Walgreen’s: Kevin Kirsch; McDonald’s: Misty Hagstrom; Country Market: Pat Gallagher.
Thank you from the campaign committee: Tiffany Andrews, Soodi Nassirpour, Nicole Ralph, Tara Walk, Lynn Whalen
2014-2015 LLCC Foundation scholarship application now available!
The LLCC Foundation is accepting applications for 2014-2015 scholarships. Scholarships are available for both first-time and continuing students who will be enrolled full or part time at LLCC in fall 2014.
There is one application for all scholarships. Students submitting a complete application are considered for all available scholarships for which they are eligible.The online application is available by going to www.llccfoundation.org and clicking on “For Student Scholarships” at the top right corner of the page. Students may also visit the LLCC Foundation, level one, Menard Hall for a hard copy application. The application deadline is Monday, March 3, 2014.
For more information, call the LLCC Foundation at 217.786.4502.
Winter Baseball Camp Dec. 27-29 features professional instruction
LLCC’s Winter Baseball Camp will be held Dec. 27, 28, 29 in Cass Gym. Ages 8-10 attend 9-11:30 a.m. and ages 11 and up from noon-2:30 p.m. Cost is $120 per person (including T-shirt) and $140 after Dec. 20. Call 786.2426 to register.
The camp features professional instruction by Justin Knoedler, former major league catcher and current LLCC assistant coach; Ryan Aper, former LLCC player and 2013 Miami Marlins 6th round draft pick; Ron Riggle, LLCC athletic director and head baseball coach; Eric Weaver, former Major League player (Dodgers and Phillies); and Jason Knoedler, former Minor League player.
December 2012 OTA grads have 100% pass rate on NBCOT certification exam
Fifteen students graduated in December 2012, making it the largest OTA graduating class to date. All 15 graduates have successfully completed the NBCOT certification examination as first-time test takers. The program accepts 16 students each January.
LLCC-Jacksonville collects $509 for J’ville Area Community Food Center
The Jacksonville Area Community Food Center received $509 in donations collected at LLCC-Jacksonville in November. The winner of the Turkey Raffle is student Kandy Ferry, wife of alumnus Michael Ferry.
L.E.A.G.U.E. grant applications due Tuesday at 5 p.m.!
A gentle reminder . . . applications for L.E.A.G.U.E. grants are due in the LLCC Foundation Tuesday, December 5 at 5 p.m. Click to view the Grant Guidelines, the application and budget worksheet. Approximately $10,000 will be awarded at the L.E.A.G.U.E. kickoff on March 25, 2014.
Faculty and staff make these grants possible through their generous giving to the annual faculty and staff campaign each spring. Thank you!
To have the application documents e-mailed to you, call the LLCC Foundation at 6-2217. More information can be found at www.LLCCFoundation.org by hovering over “What We Do,” and clicking on “Educational Support. Again, the application deadline is December 3, at 5 p.m.
LLCC Big Band & Stolen Moments holiday performances begin tonight
The LLCC Big Band and Stolen Moments jazz ensemble plan holiday performances in December. The public is invited at no charge to both performances.
The LLCC Big Band, under the direction of Jane Hartman, professor of music, presents a concert entitled “The Best is yet to Come” on Monday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. at First Christian Church, 700 S. Sixth St.
The Big Band will be joined by the Stolen Moments jazz ensemble, under the
direction of music instructor Jason Waddell, to perform Christmas and holiday
favorites at the White Oaks Mall food court on Monday, Dec. 16, from 6-8:30
p.m.