The academic calendar subcommittee (under CAS) is requesting feedback on proposed academic calendars (fall 2026-summer 2029). Please submit your feedback to Natasha Casey or Robin Ackman by April 19. Thank you.
Autism and Neurodiversity: Different Does Not Mean Broken
For this week of Autism Awareness month, LLCC Accessibility Services is sharing the short video Autism and Neurodiversity: Different Does Not Mean Broken, which shows the perspective of an adult professional with autism.
Condolences to Lori Badgley
We extend our condolences to Lori Badgley, program director, respiratory care, on the passing of her mother, Esther Burchett, on April 13. Services will be held April 18. Read the obituary.
Current Pantry Needs
The pantry has been busy, and we would like to fully stock our shelves one more time before commencement! If you can contribute, please know that your donation is appreciated and will make a positive impact on LLCC students.
Current food needs include microwaveable, “heat and eat” meals; protein (i.e., meat sticks, canned chicken, tuna and chicken salad packets/kits); pasta and pasta sauce; and oatmeal and cereal cups. Shampoo, bar soap, dish soap and sponges are also popular. There is a small fridge available now with space for yogurt, string cheese, small drinks, etc. as well!
The partnership with Quiznos to “pay it forward” is going well! By purchasing a small sandwich at LLCC Quiznos as a part of the initiative, you will allow us to pass it along to a student who selects from the pre-paid receipts posted in the pantry.
At any point, if you prefer to make a monetary donation, you can do so through the LLCC Foundation website by choosing “other” and noting “Food Pantry” in the comments. LLCC Student Life staff will then shop for what is most needed at the time.
A big thanks from Student Life for all your support!
Monday Morning Mentor: Using Virtual Reality to Impact Classroom Learning
This week’s Monday Morning Mentor topic is, “How Can I Use Virtual Reality to Impact Classroom Learning?”
The presentation date is April 15, 2024 and on-demand for one week. View the 20-Minute Mentor and access the transcript, handouts and supplemental material.
These materials are only available for the week of presentation. You will need to enter the following password to view this week’s program: virtual64.
Access to the programs in the Monday Morning Mentor series is restricted to members of the subscribing institution. Any unauthorized use or access, including sharing access with faculty and staff not affiliated with the subscribing institution, is prohibited.
Help us write motivating notes to students today, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us in the Student Life Resource Room on Tuesday, April 16 and/or Wednesday, April 17 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. to write positive notes for students to encourage them to finish out this semester strong! You can take some notecards to fill out on your own and return them when finished, or join us in student life resource room to write out these positive notes. Any and all help is appreciated and welcomed! Let’s encourage our students to keep going and to not give up. Notes will be handed out the week of April 22.
If you have any questions, please contact Kellee Phillips, LLCC student care coordinator, at kellee.phillips@llcc.edu
Who’s Ready to Play Kickball?
Grab your coworkers and get registered for the LLCC’s first kickball tournament being held on Friday, May 10. The cost to register is $25 per team, and all proceeds will be donated to the LLCC Foundation’s Pay It Forward Fund. Additional information and the link to register are provided below. May 3 is the the deadline to register.
Dine at Bistro Verde 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.
This week’s specials from Chef Meghan Good and Chef Olivia Moore include fig bruschetta with sage cream cheese and apply chutney, ratatouille with salami and béchamel sauce and strawberry and rhubarb tart.
Online to-go orders will be accepted, but we very much encourage guests to make a reservation and join us in person.
Bistro Verde
March 27-May 2
Tue, Wed and Thu
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
In the news
April is Community College Month. Academy of Lifelong Learning member and LLCC alumnus James Hall, walks us through his community college memories and how LLCC is still a resource for learning. Read his Senior News and Times essay titled, “Lifelong learning through LLCC.”
SURS Counselor Visit, May 21
We are excited to announce that the State Universities Retirement System (SURS) will be visiting LLCC on May 21 to provide 12 retirement counseling appointments and written estimates. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to plan your retirement with confidence. Members have until May 7 to schedule an appointment unless the schedule fills prior to that date, so sign up quickly! To schedule a retirement counseling appointment or request a written estimate, click on the attachment. Please note the eligibility criteria based on your plan type and years of service. If members have questions about their appointments or need assistance with scheduling an appointment, we advise you to call the call center directly at 800-275-7877.
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