09.10.24

Hall between A. Lincoln Commons & Menard Hall closed on Wednesday

On Wednesday, Sept. 11, contractors will continue to work outside of the student services construction barrier in Menard Hall. The portion of the hallway between A Lincoln Commons and Menard Hall will be closed the entire day.

Entering Menard Hall from the east or through A. Lincoln Commons and either up or downstairs will be the only way to access each building.  There will still be access to the elevators in Menard Hall as well as classrooms and offices on the 1st floor when entering from the east.  We appreciate your patience as we continue to work to improve these areas of campus and hope the inconvenience is minimal. As always, please use caution and follow all signs, caution tape, barricades and barriers in this area. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tim Ervin, director, construction & environmental, health and safety at 217-786-9605.

09.10.24

Wellness screenings and flu shots

Sign up for a wellness screening and flu shot on Oct. 10 or Oct. 23, 7 -11:30 a.m. in the Student Union in Menard Hall. All benefit-eligible employees and their spouses may participate. The screening is free to benefit-eligible employees and for spouses who are enrolled on a LLCC health insurance plan. All benefit-eligible employees who participate in the wellness screening and complete the health risk assessment survey will receive a $50 Visa gift card! You may also sign up for a flu shot. A regular flu shot, as well as a preservative free and high dose flu shot, will be available. View Monday’s email from HR for the link and program code to sign up!

The 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair will also be held during the first wellness screening event on Thursday, Oct.10. Look for more information soon in LincIn!

09.10.24

Today’s Data Byte – OER and Textbook Affordability Survey Results

During 2023, CARLI, the library’s consortium, administered a statewide survey to help identify Illinois students’ needs regarding affordable course materials and interest in open educational resources or other affordable course material options. This Data Byte will look at LLCC students’ responses to this survey, as well as discuss some initiatives at LLCC Library to address the needs that our students expressed.

See you today in the Robert H. Stephens Room at 11:10 a.m. Bring your lunch, or maybe you will be one of the lucky attendees who wins a lunch from Quiznos.

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09.10.24

Faculty Workshop this Thursday focuses on Single-Mother Learner Engagement

Join us this Thursday for the faculty workshop, Equity and Human-Centered Design for Single-Mother Learner Engagement.

Approximately 1.7 million undergraduate students are single-mother learners. Yet, they are rarely the focus of campus programming. While more campuses are turning their focus to supporting single mothers toward completion, single-mother learners need comprehensive, end-to-end solutions that can lead to long-term, family-sustaining careers. This webinar explores how campuses can apply human-centered design to develop learner-centric programs and partnerships that address the specific needs and motivations of single mothers and other student parents. Drawing from the experience of the Single Moms Success Design Challenge, this session shares new models that seek to dramatically boost education outcomes for single-mother learners and connect them to academic and career pathways that improve their families’ economic mobility and well-being.

Register online for this workshop, which will begin with a viewing of a live webinar in Sangamon 1102 from 1-2 p.m. It will be followed by a discussion led by Dr. Deborah Brothers, professor of English, from 2-2:30 p.m. Those who attend both parts in-person will receive 2 points. Those who attend only the discussion in-person or on Teams will be awarded 1 point.

09.10.24

Bistro To Go Kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month Early with a Jiburrito

Bistro To Go is getting a jump on Hispanic Heritage Month with this week’s chef special: Chef Sydney Audain‘s jiburrito. A jiburrito is a traditional Puerto Rican sandwich. Instead of bread, this sandwich substitutes smashed plantains for the bread and is then filled with your choice of steak or Lion’s Mane (a type of mushroom). The Bistro will also feature ½ off our Pina Colada Slushy, another Puerto Rican influenced favorite when purchasing either the chef special or the Mexican Favorites menu items.

Bistro To Go will be taking orders today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. View the menu on the LLCC website. Orders should be placed in person. You may take it to go or enjoy it in the dining room space. Bistro To Go is open Tuesday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., now through Oct. 3.

Hispanic Heritage Month official begins on Sept. 15.

09.10.24

Writing Center is closed today

The LLCC Writing Center is closed on Tuesday, Sept. 10, as part of a daylong retreat in the English and humanities department. The center reopens for appointments on Wednesday, Sept. 11, at 9 a.m.

09.10.24

Join the Journaling and Mindfulness Session on Thursday

Dear Journal. A pen and journal with a nearby plant.The session will begin with a 15-minute mindfulness exercise led by Deborah Brothers, followed by a shared journaling prompt to inspire reflection from John Paul Jaramillo. Attendees will have a set amount of time to journal privately and then an opportunity to share their thoughts with the group, if they feel comfortable.

No prior experience is needed—just bring yourself and an open mind! Journals and ink pens will be provided if needed.
We hope to see you there for some time of relaxation and self-care.Take a break and nurture your well-being with first of three Journaling & Mindfulness Sessions.

Thursday, Sept. 12, 12-1 p.m. in Menard Hall, Room 1179

 

09.10.24

Help Save Lives tomorrow, register to donate blood

Impact Life logoDid you know blood has a limited shelf life? Red blood cells can be stored for just 42 days. Regular donations are crucial to maintain supply.

Please consider giving blood to help ensure that every patient gets the care they need. The next drive at LLCC, in partnership with ImpactLife, is Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons. Advance online registration is encouraged and walk-ins will be welcomed if there is availability.

For donating, you will receive your choice of the following

  • $20 gift card ($25 gift card for double red)
  • Loyalty Store bonus reward points to redeem a Koozie 3-in-1 tumbler
  • A donation to Make-A-Wish Illinois

Please contact Kristin Booher in the LLCC Student Life office with any questions.