How edible is your book?

Edible book festival. April 9. In celebration of National Library Week (April 8-12) LLCC Library will host our annual Edible “Book” Festival on Tuesday, April 9 and we need YOU to make it a success. Participants  are needed to create food (homemade or store-bought items) inspired by books/stories, a book title, a scene from a book/story or a pun on a book title. Sign up for more information and to register so you don’t miss all the delicious fun!

Every participant receives a participation gift and there are prizes for the top two entries who receive the most votes. You don’t have to be an amateur baker/cook to participate. You just need to be willing to have a little fun, be a little silly and let your imagination run wild!

Have questions? Contact Leslie Ross, faculty librarian.

Schedule at a Glance

  • 7:30-11 a.m. — Drop off Edible “Book” entries at LLCC Library.
  • 11 a.m.-noon — Public voting for their two favorites.
  • Noon-?? — Winners announced, prizes awarded, & “Books” eaten.

Second DoIT Cohort begins

On Tuesday, March 19, LLCC Computer Science welcomed 16 new State of Illinois DoIT trainees to Cohort 2. These trainees will continue their training on the LLCC campus in Logan Hall.

The orientation was facilitated by LLCC faculty and staff to share the college’s mission and services, meet the faculty and staff, and provide student expectations.

The trainees gained practical insights and a strong sense of community, setting the stage for their journey ahead.

Loggers advance to the elite eight!

National Junior College Athletic AssociationCongratulations to our LLCC women’s basketball team who advanced to the NJCAA Division II Championship elite eight! The LLCC Loggers beat the Union Owls of New Jersey in overtime Tuesday with a score of 76-73. The Loggers will face the Johnson County Community College Cavaliers on Thursday at 5 p.m. You can catch a livestream of the game on the NJCAA Network.

Professional Development Day Schedule and LEAGUE Kickoff Details

Spring 2024 Professional Development Day will be held Tuesday, March 26. An overview of the faculty professional development day activities can be found below. The LLCC Foundation will also be hosting the Annual LEAGUE kickoff event from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on this day.

AIeL would like to thank all of the presenters who have graciously agreed to share their knowledge and experiences with their colleagues on this day.

Faculty Professional Development Day

Beyond the Basics: Engaging All Learners Time

9-11 a.m. – Instructional department activities. Department specific information will be provided by deans.

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – LLCC Foundation Annual LEAGUE Kickoff Event and Luncheon in the Student Union, Menard Hall

1:15-2:15 p.m. – Welcome by Dr. Jason Dockter, Vice President, Academic Services and “Who Are Our Students?” by Cody Cox, Research and Analytics Associate II, Institutional Research and Effectiveness – Location: Trutter Center

2:30-4:20 p.m. – Concurrent sessions

Time Track 1
Beyond Accessibility: Bridging Our Gaps
Track 2
Beyond DEI: Refreshing Our Approach
Track 3
Beyond the Lecture: Activating Our Students
2:30-3:20 p.m. Design for All, Teaching for Success: Universal Design for Learning

Dr. Vance Martin (University of Illinois’ System)

Robert H. Stephens Room

Building an Inclusive Face-to-Face Class

Dr Jennifer O’Malley, Leigh Giles Brown

Menard 2202

See, Experience and Learn: Active learning Classrooms in Action

Dr. Ted Babin, Dr. Gillian Bauer, Dr. Matthew Schownir, Dr Karen Sisk, Kimberly Alexander, Rebecca Miller

Sangamon 1102, 1103 and 1104

3:30-4:20 p.m. Level Up Your Files: A Hands-On Lab

Dr. Vance Martin (University of Illinois System)

Menard 2229

Building an Inclusive Online Class

Rebecca Miller, Rihab Sawah, Amy Strawn

Menard 2202

Mental Health Resources: Promoting Mental Health in College Students

Dr. Tamilore Odimayo (Mental Health Savage LLC)

Trutter Center

Late Afternoon/Evening – Instructional department activities with adjuncts, adjunct coordinators and deans. Department specific information will be provided by your dean.

LEAGUE Kickoff

LEAGUE. LLCC FoundationAre you a Friends fanatic? The theme of this year’s LEAGUE Campaign is Friends and the committee has some fun things planned for the LEAGUE lunch on Professional Development Day, March 26 including:

11 a.m.-noon – Complimentary lunch from one of three food trucks on the east side of Menard.

11:30 a.m.-noon – Gianna Hines will be playing some 90’s songs on guitar in the Student Union.

Noon-1 p.m. – Program including Kahoot Trivia, LEAGUE Grant Awards and a special feature you won’t want to miss!

50/50 raffle tickets will be available so bring cash. A coffee bar and cookies will be provided and you can also make your donation to the annual faculty and staff giving campaign. There are drawings for some great prizes for anyone who makes a donation including $150 cash prize donated by members of the Cabinet. Make your donation now and avoid the line 2024 LEAGUE Form.

LEAGUE friend, Mike Dunlap.Did you guess Yesterday’s LEAGUE Friend was Mike Dunlap, accounts receivable/collection technician in Finance?  Mike also serves on the LEAGUE Committee.

Guess the LEAGUE Friend?

This LEAGUE Friend has been with the college for 26 years and has been donating for 21 years! They are an alum and met their spouse at LLCC. They donate to the LEAGUE Campaign because LLCC has played an important part in their family’s education. In their role, they see every day how education provides opportunities and makes a difference for families. This friend loves water and all sports associated with it. On weekends you can find them with a fishing pole in hand but at work they may be holding a little one’s hand. Can you Guess the LEAGUE Friend? Submit your answer to LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu for a chance to win a prize!

Join LLCC’s National Hispanic Heritage Month Planning Committee

It is that time of year to start planning for the 2024 National Hispanic Heritage Month Activities at LLCC. If you would like to join the committee, please attend our first meeting on Monday, March 25, at 10:30 a.m. in the Millennium Center Conference Room 2215. At the initial meeting, we will discuss planning the events for National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15-Oct. 15, 2024. If you are interested in participating but cannot make it to this meeting, please contact co-chairs Faby Gonzalez, student success coach, at fabiola.gonzalez@llcc.edu or Marina Wirsing, career coach, at marina.wirsing@llcc.edu.

LLCC hosts transfer exploration night tonight

LLCC and the University of Illinois System are partnering with District 186 for a transfer exploration night tonight from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Student Union. Students from District 186 will have the opportunity to hear from LLCC and each of the U of I institutions. They’ll learn about the ease of attending LLCC and ability to transfer to one of the U of I campuses. Recruiters from all four institutions will be on hand. The evening includes a panel discussion featuring our own Dr. Amanda Turner, director of student success. Students will end the evening with an opportunity to speak with LLCC staff about next steps. If you have any questions, please contact Kim Wilson, recruitment specialist.