The Academy of Lifelong Learning will soon host the “Arts for ALL” event featuring Dorothy Page Turner and Joel Ross. The performers recently spoke with NPR Illinois. Listen online.
Thank you Lions Club
Special thanks to the Springfield Lions Club who provided hearing and vision screenings on Wednesday to children enrolled in LLCC’s Child Development Center. If a child is referred to a doctor for vision issues, the Lions pay for the visit and glasses. If a child needs to see a doctor for their hearing, the Lions will pay for the visit and a hearing aid, if it is needed. Thank you Lions.
Join the Walktober Challenge
Get ready to move this October by joining Walktober, the month long walking challenge, running from Oct. 1 to October 31. Teams will consist of a captain and up to five additional participants, making it a fun and supportive way to stay active with your colleagues. Whether you’re a regular walker or just looking for a reason to get outside more, Walktober is a great way to boost your wellness while enjoying some friendly competition. For full details on how to participate, including team registration and tracking, visit the Employee Health and Wellness portal page. Let’s walk into wellness together!
The Board of Trustees meets today
The LLCC Board of Trustees will meet today at 5:30 p.m. in the Robert H. Stephens Room. Read the agenda.
LLCC Open House, Oct. 14
Share the news, LLCC’s fall Open House is Monday, Oct. 14, 2-5 p.m. at the Springfield campus and Jacksonville, Taylorville and Litchfield Outreach Centers.
“Start here at LLCC, whether you are looking to earn a degree or train for a hands-on career,” says LLCC President Charlotte Warren, Ph.D. “I invite you to join us at this event to explore majors, our low cost and personalized services that help students reach their goals.”
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Cardboard Boat Regatta Registration ends today
Today is the final day to register your team for LLCC’s third annual Cardboad Boat Regatta. Register at the LLCC Police Department in Sangamon Hall South, by calling 217-786-2278 or online.
The regatta happens on Friday, Sept. 27 at Lake Macoupin! Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m.
The LLCCPD can provide cardboard, while supplies last. (Please note: duct tape is not provided.) A boat construction area is provided under the overhang between Sangamon Hall North and Sangamon Hall South. All painting must be done in the grass west of the construction area. Please respect the space and keep your site tidy. Contact LLCC PD for more details.
The boats will be on display on the lawn west of the Helen Hamilton Center prior to the race. Awards will be given in such categories as fastest boat, best design, LLCC spirit and Titanic!
Important event details
Important event details, including acceptible boat construction materials and the race rules can be found online.
“Well, I’ll be Banned” happens today in A. Lincoln Commons
LLCC English and Humanities has planned two weeks worth of activities to recognize Banned Books Week, Sept. 22-28 and October’s National Book Month. This week’s activities include:
Wednesday, Sept. 25
- Noon-2 p.m. – “Well, I’ll be Banned”: A Celebration of Banned Books in A. Lincoln Commons.
- Kickoff of the InstaHaiku contest, open to LLCC students. The contest, sponsored by the LLCC Writing Center, will close Oct. 3.
- 2-3:30 p.m. – Quiet Reading Party – A bring your own book (BYOB) event with tea and cookies, in the Writing Center.
Thursday, Sept. 26
- 1-3 p.m. – Teachers as Writers Panel in the LLCC Library
Friday, Sept. 27
- Noon-2 p.m. – Student Open Mic in A. Lincoln Commons.
- 3-5:45 p.m. – Film screening of “Hugo” in Menard Hall, Room 2207
- 6-8 p.m. – “All Booked Up”: An Evening of Literary Reading with Local Authors in A. Lincoln Commons.
Around the World Gourmet Dinner Kit Pickup Event – Friday, Nov. 1
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.
Only a few more days to submit your KUDOS nominations
Key or Unique Demonstrations of Outstanding Service award nominations are open! They will be accepted through Friday, Sept. 27. Faculty and staff can nominate a deserving colleague by submitting the KUDOS form (also available by clicking on the KUDOS tab in the upper-right corner of LincIn). Please use a Chrome or Firefox browser when completing this form. The KUDOS awards will be announced Friday, October 11.
The KUDOS awards are an informal way to recognize the special contributions — small and large — made by faculty and staff that create the positive environment that is LLCC.
Reminder: PRM has thank you cards if you’d like to personalize a note of gratitude for a coworker.
In the news
If you’ve never heard of banoffee pie, you’re missing out, according to Joshua Dineen, chef specialist. In this week’s Epicuriosity 101 article for the State Journal-Register, Dineen describes this unique coffee toffee pie with British roots.