10.23.24

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.

10.23.24

Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery featuring works from permanent collection

Painting with tones of blue, green and brown.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.

Abstract painting of two people. Tones of deep red, blue and purple.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.

10.22.24

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.

10.22.24

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.
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10.22.24

Bistro Verde Re-Opens this week

bistro verde in the Workforce Careers Center
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.

10.22.24

Condolences to Michelle Pulce-Flynn

We extend our sympathy to Michelle Pulce-Flynn, LLCC Foundation 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.

10.22.24

Order your LLCC Foundation’s Take & Create Gourmet Dinner Kit

Take and Create, LLCC Gourmet at home. Join us Friday, Nov. 1. LLCC Foundation Gourmet Dinner Kit Pickup prepared by LLCC Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts Program. 217-786-2343. www.llccfoundation.org.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.

Take and Create LLCC Gourmet at Home. LLCC Gourmet at home dinner kit courses.

10.22.24

In the news

Dee Krueger, director, LLCC-Taylorville, was interviewed on WTIM Monday morning about spring registration, the new Student Services Hub and LLCC Health Professions.

People sitting in chairs listening to a panel discussion on career and technical education.Rep. Nikki Budzinski held a listening session on Career Technical Education (CTE) on Monday at the Trutter Center. Community representatives discussed the importance of career and technical training, new CTE initiatives in the region and how to promote CTE to middle and high school students.