LLCC’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVACR) students recently completed a full HVAC installation in a new building at Hillsboro Central Park. The students installed a high-efficiency heat pump and duct work to gain hands-on experience. The city of Hillsboro provided the necessary equipment and materials.
Honors Program Taking Donations to National Conference
LLCC Honors students are collecting donations for the Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, as they prepare to head to the National Collegiate Honors Council Conference later this month.
They are taking donations of:
- Snack items
- Children’s clothing
- Art supplies
- Games
- Comfort and distraction items
You can find a comprehensive list of items online.
All donations must be:
- New with tags attached
- In original packaging
- Non-toxic and latex-free
- Odor-free
They are unable to accept Nerf guns, swords, bows and arrows, knives or religious objects. Please do not gift wrap items and bring donations to the Honors Program Student Club (HPSC) office in Sangamon Hall, Room 2312 by end of day on Oct. 30.
Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery featuring works from permanent collection
LLCC is featuring select works from the college’s permanent collection through Nov. 1. The exhibit can be viewed in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery, located in Menard Hall, on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The exhibit showcases a selection of two-dimensional works. These pieces, which have circulated through LLCC’s campus hallways and offices over the years, are either familiar, newly refreshed or ready to begin a new display rotation once construction in their usual locations is completed. This exhibit offers a brief spotlight for a few of these pieces before they resume their tour across the campus.
The mission of LLCC’s permanent collection is to offer the college and its community a public display of art throughout campus, aimed at broadening visual knowledge, increasing aesthetic awareness and celebrating creativity; to provide students with the opportunity to view, study and appreciate original works of art, focusing on various aspects such as media, technique, aesthetics and style; and to create an aesthetically pleasing environment that enhances both learning and work.
Over the years, the LLCC’s permanent collection has expanded to include artwork created by students and faculty, pieces purchased by the college and generous donations. The collection also now includes a substantial number of pieces from the Trutter family’s donation of art and artifacts.
Enjoy the Fall Weather with Walk on Wednesday!
Take a break from your day and enjoy the fall weather with the perfect mid week pick-me-up. Whether you walk briskly or take is slow, everyone is welcome to Walk on Wednesday. Join the group by meeting at 12:30 p.m. in front of Cass Gym. Registration is not required, however, if you’d like to let us know your coming, feel free to add your name to the online list.
We hope to see you there!
Just-in-Time workgroup, additional opportunities to attend
Faculty: If you missed the kick-off meeting for the Just in Time workgroup, you’re invited to one of the following informational meetings to learn more about the initiative and provide feedback to help steer the work. Please consider attending! We’ll meet Wednesday, Oct. 23 at 3:30 p.m. in Sangamon Hall, Room 2212 and hold a virtual option on Friday, Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. on Teams.
Save the Date – Professional Development Day on Nov. 5
Fall 2024 Professional Development Day takes place on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. AIeL has planned robust faculty-focused programming on topics such as academic tools; AI in education; innovation and creativity; student connections; and teaching, scholarship and research. The full schedule for the day will be coming soon, so make plans to join us on Nov. 5.
Bistro Verde Re-Opens this week
Bistro Verde is open Tuesday-Thursday this week, offering a full-service lunch experience that features appetizers, soups, salads, desserts, coffees and drinks! View the menu. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by leaving a message at 217-786-2821 or by emailing BistroVerde@llcc.edu. Your phone or email reservation will be confirmed as soon as we are able.
Online to-go orders will be accepted, but we very much encourage guests to make a reservation and join us in person.
Bistro Verde
Oct. 22-Nov. 21 (Closed Nov. 5)
Tue., Wed. and Thu.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Condolences to Michelle Pulce-Flynn
We extend our sympathy to Michelle Pulce-Flynn, director, grant development and administration, on the passing of her mother, Lois Pulce on Friday, Oct. 18. Visitation and services will be held at Timberlake Estates Apartments, Community Room, 2423 Taylor Avenue, Springfield on Friday, Nov. 1. Read the obituary.
Order your LLCC Foundation’s Take & Create Gourmet Dinner Kit
The LLCC Foundation in partnership with LLCC’s Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts Program is once again offering a five-course gourmet dinner kit pickup on Friday, Nov. 1. Formerly known as the Around the World event, Take and Create features dishes prepared by culinary students that can be finished and served with a little preparation at home.
Gourmet dinner kits with drink pairings are $150 and serves two people. View the menu and order your gourmet dinner kits today on the Take and Create web page for pick up between 4-5:30 p.m. on Nov. 1. This fundraiser benefits our students and programs while providing a hands-on experience for culinary students.
John Paul-Jaramillo nominated for a Mayor’s Awards for the Arts
Congratulations to John Paul Jaramillo, professor, English, for receiving a nomination for the 2024 Mayor’s Awards for the Arts, in the category of Individual Literary Artist. The awards ceremony is Nov. 2.