11.08.23

National Career Development Week: Get Career Ready!

The LLCC Career Center is excited to announce, “Get Career Ready,” four days of fun activities to mark National Career Development Week Nov. 13-16. The Student Government Association (SGA) has partnered with the Career Center to promote Handshake, and members of SGA will be at every event to help students activate their accounts. Faculty and staff are encouraged to join in on the fun each day and help support and engage with our students during the Get Career Ready activities.

Mark your calendars to volunteer at or attend these events. Any questions can be directed to CareerCenter@llcc.edu.

Monday, Nov. 13, 9:30 a.m.-noon

Image of My Story poster "From learning to earning." It includes spaces for name, job title, department, education and training, and careers. LLCC Celebrates National Career Development Month. November 2023.The “My Story” Kickoff in A. Lincoln Commons Rotunda — Students will be introduced to the “My Story: From Learning to Earning poster” project and invited to review posters that are popping up across campus. Reading about the educational and career journeys of their favorite professors and others at LLCC can be inspirational and informative. Students can visit with members of the LLCC Career Center and SGA to learn more about the Handshake job board and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Sign up to volunteer for Nov. 13.

Tuesday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

“Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork” in A. Lincoln Commons, Large Lounge — Faculty and staff are invited to check out the Master the Cup Challenge. Students will join in this entertaining game and experience first-hand the role of teamwork in accomplishing what seems like a simple task. Students will be invited to get in on the Handshake action. Sign up to volunteer for Nov. 14.

Wednesday, Nov. 15, 10:30 a.m.-noon

“Hired or Not? You Be the Judge” in the A. Lincoln Commons Rotunda — Everyone will get a kick out of the improv job interviews! See faculty, staff and students get it right (or wrong), and support students who get to be judge and tell us “what went wrong.” Grab some popcorn and enjoy the show! Note: We need faculty and staff actors for our improv. Don’t be shy! Contact Marina Wirsing or sign up to volunteer for Nov. 15.

Thursday, Nov. 16, 9:30 a.m.-noon

“Get Hired!” in the A. Lincoln Commons Rotunda — This event will be devoted to Handshake, LLCC’s student-focused job board. Students will receive help to activate their account, complete a stellar profile and be entered into a drawing for an HP laptop or Amazon gift cards. Come see what all the Handshake buzz is about. Sign up to volunteer for Nov. 16.

11.08.23

In the community

Zoolie Ghoulie is the annual Trick or Treat Event held at Henson Robinson Zoo.  This year the event took place on Friday, Oct. 27 and Saturday, Oct. 28.  The LLCC Child Development Center annually provides a treat station and was able to pass out information about our Preschool for All Expansion Program in addition to the treats for children.

Be the "I" in "KIND" selfie stationTwo staff members dressed up for Halloween at the Child Development Center's table.

11.08.23

Bistro Verde open today and tomorrow this week

bistro verde in the Workforce Careers Center
Bistro Verde will be open Wednesday and 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

Through Nov. 16
Tue, Wed and Thu
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

11.07.23

DoIT recruitment event today on Springfield campus

The Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) has launched a paid trainee program to build a pipeline of tech talent to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals and diversify the agency’s workforce. Cohorts will begin with initial classes of 20 participants, with additional cohorts launching as needed. LLCC developed the curriculum for participants and will host a training site in Springfield. A recruitment event is being held today, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kreher Agriculture Center at LLCC in Springfield.

11.07.23

LLCC honors veterans at 28th annual Veterans Day Ceremony Nov. 10

United States flagsLLCC will honor veterans at its 28th annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 10. The ceremony begins at 12:30 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons on the LLCC-Springfield campus, and a reception will follow. The public is invited to attend.

The program also includes Gordon Gates, LLCC Board of Trustees Chair, serving as master of ceremonies; Jonathan Gebhardt, LLCC student and retired Senior Airman, U.S. Airforce, providing remarks; LLCC Student Trustee Rayna Herzog presenting the wreath; Calia Cole singing the national anthem; and Jeremy Peck playing “Taps.”

The Veterans Day Ceremony is sponsored by LLCC Student Life and honors all veterans including LLCC faculty, staff and students who served in the armed forces.

11.07.23

Provide Thanksgiving meals to students by contributing to the Food Pantry 

Throughout the year, the LLCC Food Pantry supports students experiencing food insecurity. As we enter a season of many holiday celebrations and traditions, often centered around food, the need becomes even more apparent. The Third Annual “Operation Full Belly” aims to provide students who elect to participate with the ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal.  

Through Wednesday, Nov. 15, Student Life will accept donations for these Thanksgiving meal boxes. Collection bins will be around campus, including in the Student Life office (lower level of Menard Hall). 

To contribute food, please choose from the list of suggested items so that all the boxes will be comparable. Suggested items are: 

  • Biscuit mix 
  • Cranberry sauce, canned 
  • Gravy, jar or packet 
  • Dessert mix & topping/frosting 
  • Drink mix, powdered (juice, hot chocolate or cider) 
  • Macaroni & cheese, boxed 
  • Marshmallows, mini  
  • Mashed potatoes, instant 
  • Stuffing, boxed 
  • Vegetables, canned (corn or green beans) 
  • Yams, canned 

To contribute monetarily, please visit www.llccfoundation.org/donate and choose “Operation Full Belly” from the Designation drop-down menu. Donations will be used to both shop for items to include in the boxes, as well as to provide students with grocery gift cards to pick up perishable items or something specific to their own traditions. Any donations beyond what is needed for this holiday will be used toward responding to student food concerns at other times. 

If you have any questions, please reach out to Student Life staff at studentlife@llcc.edu or 217-786-2241. 

11.07.23

Tell Your Story for National Career Development Month

Image of My Story poster "From learning to earning." It includes spaces for name, job title, department, education and training, and careers. LLCC Celebrates National Career Development Month. November 2023.The LLCC Career Center is gearing-up for a college-wide celebration of National Career Development Month (NCDM). We are excited to invite all faculty, administrators and staff to participate in our passive programming for NCDM. In the first week of November everyone will receive an 8 ½ x 14 poster titled “My Story, From Learning to Earning.” The poster has two columns denoting “My Education & Training” and “My Careers.” In support of NCDM, please complete the poster with your education, training and careers/job titles. Higher education organizations and activities, specialized certifications and related information can be included in the education section. Consider adding your high school or training at CACC if it applies.

Place the poster by Nov. 10 on your door, window, cubicle or other highly visible location where students will be able to see and read your information. The poster may prompt conversation and career engagement with students. Your poster can grow throughout the month, by adding photos, favorite quotes or even memes to add context and flair.

During our National Career Development Week activities (Nov. 13-16), we will encourage students to review the posters displayed throughout the college. Students may choose to connect with faculty, administrators or staff who have career paths in their interest area or who have a connection to a school they are considering transferring to for a bachelor’s degree.

Please reach out to the LLCC Career Center with any questions (CareerCenter@llcc.edu). We look forward to learning more about your story. Extra posters will be available in the LLCC Foundation office.

Thank you,
LLCC Career Center

11.07.23

Info meeting tomorrow for two-week trip to Italy

Travel to Italy with LLCC!LLCC Hospitality and Culinary Arts is planning a two-week trip to Italy May 20-June 2, 2024, which is open to students, employees and the community. An informational meeting on the trip will be held tomorrow, Nov. 8, 5:30 p.m. in Bistro Verde, located in the Workforce Careers Center on the LLCC campus. If you are unable to attend in person, a Zoom meeting option has also been set up.

The trip, in conjunction with Centro Studi Italiani in Urbania, Italy, will travel to Gradara and the Food Valley of Italy, and includes a capstone weekend in Rome.

While there, various classes will be held in Italian language, culture and culinary heritage and traditions of Italy. This cultural tour will also include meetings with culinary experts, local wine and food producers, restaurant owners and culinary entrepreneurs. Excursions to destinations with artistic interest as well as the natural beauty around Italy will provide a well-rounded perspective of Italian life and culture.

Interested individuals unable to attend the informational meeting may contact Sheridan Lane, director, LLCC culinary program and operations, at 217-786-2494 or sheridan.lane@llcc.edu.