Calling all acts! Do you have a special talent such as singing, juggling or performing magic acts? Are you an Elvis impersonator in your free time? The theme of this year’s annual faculty and staff giving campaign, known as LEAGUE, is based on Las Vegas. The LEAGUE Committee is seeking “acts” to perform short (five-minutes or less) performances during the Las Vegas themed kickoff luncheon on Tuesday, March 26. In order to be considered, performers will be invited to attend a brief “audition” prior to the kickoff. Those interested should contact Barb Eades in the LLCC Foundation at 786-2255 or by email at Barbara.Eades@llcc.edu.
LLCC to host 11th annual Lincoln Lecture Feb. 12
LLCC will host the 11th annual Lincoln Lecture Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 9 a.m. in the R.H. Stephens Room. The public is invited to attend.
Dr. Christian McWhirter, Lincoln historian at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, will speak on “Music in the Life of Mr. Lincoln.” Abraham Lincoln adored music his entire life, but he also understood how to harness its power to motivate listeners and shape attitudes. Dr. McWhirter will explore Lincoln’s musical tastes and share stories about how the president used music to help with the Civil War and heal the nation’s wounds. The presentation features music of the era performed by Benjamin Holbrook and Hannah Jellen. Read more about the speaker and musicians.
Upcoming Lincoln-themed activities at LLCC Outreach Centers include:
- On Feb. 7, beginning at 12:30 p.m., a Lincoln reenactor will be on site at LLCC-Taylorville, and information on local Lincoln attractions will be available. At 1:30 p.m., a presentation will be given by Ron Spears, local Lincoln expert and retired judge.
- On Feb. 12, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., LLCC-Jacksonville will have a viewing of the movie “Lincoln,” along with other activities. LLCC-Beardstown will also be holding activities from 8 a.m.-5p.m., including showings of the movie “Lincoln.”
Congratulations to Dr. Deanna Blackwell!
Congratulations to Dr. Deanna Blackwell, director, TRIO Student Support Services, who received the Outstanding Commitment in Education award as part of the fifth annual Black History Month Celebration held yesterday. The event honored African Americans from across Illinois who are active leaders in their communities. It was held at the Illinois State Capitol Rotunda and hosted by the Illinois state treasurer. View WAND‘s coverage of the event.
Bistro Verde open today, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Bistro Verde, LLCC’s student run café, is open today with a full-service dining experience from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. View the menu.
Reservations are strongly encouraged, and can be made by emailing bistroverde@llcc.edu, calling 786-2821 or stopping by the café during hours of business. Cash and debit or credit cards are accepted.
Bistro Verde will be open during the spring 2019 semester on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will operate through Thursday, March 7 and again from Thursday, March 28 through Thursday, April 25.
Order Epicurean Club Valentine’s sweets yet today
The LLCC Epicurean Club is selling delectable sweets for Valentine’s Day. Mixed truffles and candy (12 for $10), decorated cookies ($3 or $5) and chocolate-dipped pretzels ($5) are available for pre-order through today, Feb. 7. Orders can be placed online or forms are available in LLCC Student Life. Checks can be made out to LLCC and must be paid today in the Student Life office. Orders can be picked up in A. Lincoln Commons on Wednesday, Feb. 13 from noon to 2 p.m. All items are handmade by Epicurean Club members and will benefit club activities!
Nominations for Pearson Master Teacher due today
The LLCC Foundation invites students, faculty, staff, alums and retirees to nominate an outstanding full-time, tenured faculty member for the 2019 Drs. Raymond and Ann Pearson Master Teacher Award. This award annually recognizes an exceptional faculty member for his or her professional contributions to LLCC. A faculty member may receive the award one time only.
Online nominations are currently being accepted. LLCC students, faculty and staff may also log into Blackboard to access the nomination form. Nominations must be submitted by today, Feb. 6, 2019.
For more information, stop by the LLCC Foundation on the first level of Menard Hall, Room 1214; call 786-2785; or e-mail LLCCFoundation@llcc.edu.
HR announces position vacancy
LLCC Human Resources is now accepting applications for a nursing instructor to begin fall 2019. Full details can be viewed on the HR Employment page.
LLCC hosted regional Academic Challenge
Approximately 350 students from 21 area high schools competed in the 23rd annual regional Academic Challenge on Tuesday at LLCC. Students competed as individuals and as teams (of up to 14 students) testing in their choice of two of these subjects — biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering graphics, English, mathematics and physics. View the Academic Challenge regional winners.
During registration and lunch, LLCC hosted exhibits for students to learn about opportunities at the college. Also, thanks to support from the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers (ISPE), a $1,600 LLCC Foundation scholarship was awarded at the event.
In the news
Nancy Sweet, director of LLCC culinary programs and operations, wrote today’s Epicuriosity 101 column in the State Journal-Register entitled, “Buddha bowls — delicious and health one bowl meals.”
VALIC representative on campus today
Michael J. Kaiser, VALIC senior financial advisor, will be on campus today, Feb. 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the VP Conference Room. He will be on site for 30-minute account reviews to help employees understand options and new enrollments. To register go to my.VALIC.com/seminars and enter registration code 2206SPR11AA.