Get ready to move this October by joining Walktober, the month long walking challenge, running from Oct. 1 to October 31. Teams will consist of a captain and up to five additional participants, making it a fun and supportive way to stay active with your colleagues. Whether you’re a regular walker or just looking for a reason to get outside more, Walktober is a great way to boost your wellness while enjoying some friendly competition. For full details on how to participate, including team registration and tracking, visit the Employee Health and Wellness portal page. Let’s walk into wellness together!
In the community
Laura Anderson, LLCC professor of art, will have her art featured in “Continuum” at UIS Visual Arts Gallery, Sept. 26-Oct. 17. A reception will be held at the gallery Sept. 26, 5:30-8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. “Continuum” will feature a series of recent works that examine the structural frameworks of the microverse, exploring the interplay between natural and man-made structures. Anderson’s focus on cellular forms, fungi and mycelium serves as both subject and metaphor, revealing the interconnectedness of all living systems.
KUDOS nominations being accepted through Friday
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.
Non-Traditional Course Delivery Follow Up
The Non-Traditional Course Delivery Workgroup held their kick-off meeting on Sept. 16. The team is focusing efforts in three different areas including Competency Based Education (CBE), Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and Blending Non-Credit/Credit programming. The co-chairs have developed a one-pager for each and invite anyone who could not attend the kickoff to review them and contact a co-chair by Friday, Sept. 27 if interested in working with a group of colleagues to advance the college in any of the three areas.
Co-Chairs:
Dr. Corrine Hinton
Dr. Laurel Bretz
LLCC HR is advertising for two positions
The LLCC Human Resources office is advertising for a program assistant, adult education & literacy, and a network administrator I. Full details on these and all other open positions can be viewed on the HR employment page.
Student Success Office Closed Today
The Student Success Office will be closed today, Sept. 20 for an in-service. If you need immediate assistance, please text 217- 441-2415.
Is your pet cute enough to win LLCC’s Cutest Pet Contest?
Enter your pet today, to win the LLCC Cutest Pet Contest to support the United Way campaign!
Email your pet’s photo along with their name to Sarah.Frey@llcc.edu by Friday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. The contest will launch on Monday, Sept. 23, and run until end of the day on Oct. 4. Donations are made by casting your vote for the cutest pet(s) of LLCC faculty and staff.
Other ways to support LLCC’s United Way campaign include through employee payroll deduction. You may also make an outright gift via credit card or check. Learn more about United Way and make your pledge on the LLCC United Way donation page.
National Hispanic Heritage Month – La Loteria
Make plans to experience Loteria as part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons.
A Spanish word meaning “lottery,” Loteria is a traditional game of chance, similar to bingo, but using images on a deck of cards instead of numbered ping pong balls. Students participating in Loteria will have the opportunity to win prizes. Let’s test your luck with this timeless game and see if fortune will be on your side!
Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, decoration, serving food, and clean up. Please sign up on this online form. For questions about the event, contact Fabiola Gonzalez.
Upcoming Event: “Ending the Silence” by NAMI
We are excited to remind everyone about the upcoming event titled Ending the Silence hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). This informative session is designed to raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding mental health, providing valuable insights and resources.
Event Details:
- Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24
- Time: Noon-1 p.m.
- Location: Trutter Center
While we encourage everyone to attend in person for the full experience, we understand that not all may be able to join physically. For your convenience, the event will also be available via Teams. The link to join will be shared in the employee newsletter on the day of the event. If you have any questions, please email Rachel Duff or call 217- 786-2204.
In the news
News media, including WTAX and WICS, came to cover the Ag & Workforce Careers Expo on Thursday. Dr. Nancy Sweet, dean, Workforce Institute was among those who were interviewed.
Dr. Deborah Brothers, professor, English, was interivewed on NPR Illinois about LLCC events for the upcoming Banned Books Week.