11.07.22

Library promotions

Congratulations to Scott Ebbing and Katrina Quattlander for their promotions in the LLCC Library.

Scott Ebbing leaning on carboard regatta boatScott is now library systems and data manager. He holds a master’s degree in library and information science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has worked in the LLCC Library for  15 years.

Katrina-QuattlanderKatrina is now coordinator, library circulation and engagement. She holds a master’s degree in library and information science from University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has worked in the LLCC Library for three years.

11.07.22

Bistro Verde open Tuesday-Thursday this week

bistro verde in the Workforce Careers Center
Oct. 25-Nov. 17
Tue, Wed and Thu
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Bistro Verde is open Tuesday-Thursday this week with a full-service lunch experience that features appetizers, soups, salads, desserts, coffees and drinks. View the fall 2022 Bistro Verde menu. Student chefs will also pair up to create a pre-fixe menu for their lunch special. This will be a three-course menu with a set price of $18.

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 guests are very much encouraged to make a reservation to join in person.

11.04.22

Still time to donate to LLCC United Way Campaign yet today

A reminder that there’s still time to contribute to the LLCC United Way Campaign, which ends today. Make your pledge on the LLCC United Way donation page.  (If you would like a paper form, please email lynn.whalen@llcc.edu)

Many individuals are in need here in Central Illinois, and United Way works to support the local programs that provide critically needed assistance. If you have a favorite non-profit, you can designate all or part of your gift to that organization. Or, make an undesignated gift, and you will support more than 30 local programs addressing the basic needs, education, financial stability and health of our friends and neighbors. All decisions on how those funds are allocated are made locally by representatives from the community. Choose easy payroll deduction which spreads your payments out over the entire year, or a one-time gift, and know that you are making a difference. We’ll reward you with a jeans day and chance to win gift cards to local businesses.

Be the one!

Thank you,

Charlotte Warren, Ph.D.
President, Lincoln Land Community College

Be the one. 100 years. United Way of Central Illinois.

11.04.22

Traffic changes on campus tomorrow morning for Girls on the Run event

The Girls On The Run 5K is tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 5, on campus. Foundation Drive will be closed to all vehicular traffic by 8 a.m., and Millennium Drive will temporarily change from one-way traffic to two-way. LLCCPD will be present to assist with wayfinding. All regular traffic patterns will resume at approximately 1 p.m.

11.04.22

Now That You Know – Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Thank you to everyone for learning about domestic violence, those who survive domestic violence and those who don’t, how to support survivors and steps you can take to help put a cap on domestic violence. Because of your willingness to learn and become more aware, we created messages of support for survivors and donated almost 200 dental hygiene items to Sojourn Shelter & Services, Inc. We amplified the stories of a survivor and honored the memory of domestic violence victims. If you missed Jolene Lamb sharing her personal domestic violence survival story, you may watch the recording. If you were unable to attend the Silent Witness display from Sojourn, you may watch a video sharing the stories of those featured in the display.

Ralph Waldo Emerson and Oliver Wendell Holmes are both credited with the quote, “The mind, once stretched by a new idea, never returns to its original dimensions.” We encourage you to continue to stretch your mind about domestic violence, its survivors and victims and how you will help. Questions concerning Domestic Violence Awareness Month may be directed to Nikki Baker, compliance and prevention coordinator at nikki.baker@llcc.edu or 217-786-3426.

11.04.22

Congratulations to Aidan Tierney

Aiden TierneyAidan Tierney, welding instructor, obtained his Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification through the American Welding Society in September. To take this challenging exam requires a minimum of five years industry experience and an associate degree in welding or manufacturing. A 72% pass rate is required in all parts of the exam, which include welding fundamentals, practical welding code, and a welding code book exam. This examination has, on average, a 30% pass rate, and Aidan passed on his first try. With his position as an instructor, in combination with his previous industry experience and pass rates on his exam, he was also able to become a Certified Welding Educator (CWE). Congratulations!

11.04.22

Welcome Roslyn Simmons-Lindsay

Roslyn Simmons-LindsayRoslyn Simmons-Lindsay joined LLCC Nov. 1 as the PATH program director. She previously worked for a nonprofit in the area of family stabilization with a focus on reunification and also for the Illinois State Board of Education. Rosalyn took courses at Richland Community College and transferred to University of Illinois Springfield where she majored in history and minored in African-American studies and earned a master’s degree in human services, social services administration. She can be reached by phone at 217-786-2847 or by email.

Welcome Roslyn!

11.04.22

Drone demonstration today

Join LLCC student JD Gebhardt for a drone demonstration today, Nov. 4, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the LLCC Student Union. JD is a professional drone pilot who will explain how his drones are used for search and rescue missions, land surveying, wildlife restoration and real estate sales. Afterward, JD will pilot one or more drones outside. This event is sponsored by the LLCC Computer Science Academy (CSA).