09.30.24

HALLOWEEN BOO-TIQUE COSTUME COLLECTION

As Halloween approaches, the LLCC Honors Program is hosting a costume donation drive to support those in need within our local community! Everyone is invited to participate in this special fundraiser by donating old or gently used Halloween costumes or costume accessories. All donations will be given to a local elementary school!Three kids in Halloween costumes

How You Can Help

  • Donate your costumes: If you have costumes, masks, hats, or other accessories from past Halloweens that are no longer in use, consider donating them. Kids’ costumes, adult costumes, or even costume parts are all welcome!
  • Spread the word: Share this with your friends and family and encourage them to join in too. The more costumes we collect, the more we can support our community.

Drop-Off Information:

  • Donations can be dropped off in A. Lincoln Commons in Menard Hall, Sept. 30-Oct. 2 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Apple cider provided for those donating.
  • There will be collection boxes located in Sangamon Hall, Office 2312 as well as outside the Honors Lounge in Menard Hall, 2238.
09.27.24

Cardboard Boat Regatta Postponed until Oct. 11

Cardboard Boat Regatta. Lincoln Land Community College.Due to expected rain today, the third annual Cardboard Boat Regatta has been postponed until Friday, Oct. 11. Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m.

The date change will give teams more time to fortify their watercraft.

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.

09.27.24

Final day for KUDOS nominations

Lincoln Land Community College KUDOS: Key or Unique Demonstrations of Outstanding ServiceToday is the final day to submit 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.

 

09.27.24

Student Open Mic today and more

Lit Fest continues today with a student open mic event in A. Lincoln Commons. See all of today’s events listed below. 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:

2024 Lit Fest. A blue graphic with a rainbow quill pen.

 

 

 

 

 

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.

Sunday, Sept. 29

  • 3-5 p.m. – Literary Arts Vendor Fair in A. Lincoln Commons.
  • 5-7 p.m. – Expressions in the Dark: Slam Poetry in A Lincoln Commons.
09.27.24

LLCC Adult Education at the ICCB Forum for Excellence

Mike AkudaEarlier this month LLCC Adult Education student Mike Akuda represented LLCC on a student panel in Peoria at the ICCB Forum for Excellence. Mike is from the Democratic republic of Congo and enrolled at LLCC to improve his English language skills. Mike then completed LLCC’s Digital Marketing and E-Commerce certificate in June 2024 and utilizes his news skills to run his two online businesses.

09.27.24

Reminder: Walktober Starts on October 1st!

The newest walking challenge, Walktober, kicks off on Tuesday, Oct. 1! This is a great opportunity to get outside, enjoy the beautiful fall weather, and boost your health through a friendly competition.

Form a team with your coworkers (up to six participants) and register by emailing Rachel Duff.  You can find the full list of rules and details on the Health and Wellness page.

Not only is this a fun way to stay active, but it’s also a chance to connect with colleagues while taking in the crisp autumn air. Don’t miss out – register your team today!

09.26.24

Human Resource News – Did You HeaR?

Blue horn with the words - Did you hear?Did you HeaR that employees are invited to attend a FREE Health Screening and Health Fair each year? This screening is available to benefit eligible employees and includes blood work and a flu vaccine.

  • The blood test will provide information about cholesterol levels, kidney function, anemia, and more.
  • Employees also have the option to add on additional tests for a fee including blood type, Vitamin D levels, Thyroid function, and more.

All employees additionally have access to the CHC Wellbeing portal to view lab results, attend webinars, read articles and sign up for monthly newsletters. Employees who complete the health risk assessment and participate in the health screening are then eligible to receive a $50 gift card.

Join the upcoming annual screening being held on Thursday, Oct. 10 and Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 7-11:30 a.m. in the Student Union. Any questions can be sent to HR@llcc.edu.

See the LLCC Health and Wellness page for a listing all resources.

09.26.24

Teachers as Writers Panel Today

Lit Fest continues today with a writers panel in the LLCC Library. 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:

2024 Lit Fest. A blue graphic with a rainbow quill pen.

 

 

 

 

 

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.