10.27.23

“Fear 101” haunted house open today and tomorrow

Grim reaper graphic. Lincoln Land Community College Fear 101. It's the last exam you'll ever take.“Fear 101” is open today, Oct. 27! The public is invited to attend today and tomorrow, Oct. 28, from 6:30-11 p.m.

The evening haunted house is recommended for ages 13 and up. A special “lights on” version for those younger and less adventurous will be held on Oct. 28 from 4-6 p.m.

Fear 101 is sponsored by the LLCC Police Department. Students from construction and art classes assisted in building and decorating the haunted house, which is located in the lower level of Sangamon Hall South.

Admission is $5 and $2 for LLCC students.

10.27.23

Cybersecurity presentation today, 2 p.m.

Join the LLCC Computer Science Academy today, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m. for an insightful presentation by Greg Matejka, IT security and assurance manager at LLCC, as he shares his expertise in overseeing the college’s robust cybersecurity framework. This online cybersecurity presentation will take place via Microsoft Teams teleconference and is expected to run for approximately 30-45 minutes, followed by an engaging Q&A session.

Greg’s talk will not only delve into his pivotal role at the college but will also explore the cybersecurity landscape in today’s job market. While the Q&A session will provide an opportunity for addressing technical inquiries, the primary focus will be on the role and the cybersecurity framework that LLCC has embraced.

10.27.23

Ordering promotional items with the college’s name or logo

As a reminder, if a college department (with the exception of Athletics, Student Life and Bookstore) has funds and wishes to purchase promotional items that would contain the college logo or name, here are the steps to take. These guidelines are intended to ensure consistency, quality and value of promotional items.

  1. Complete a PRM KBOX work order, indicating the items you wish to purchase and the quantity, color and other specifications. You may suggest a vendor, but it is not necessary.
  2. PRM will find a vendor for the items and provide you with price information.
  3. If you approve of the price, PRM will contact the vendor and provide the appropriate artwork and deadlines.
  4. You (or your department assistant) will need to create a requisition on Colleague for the item(s). Once the requisition is approved, the purchasing office will then send the vendor a PO to place the order.
Posted in PRM |
10.27.23

LLCC Giving Day Ambassadors needed

LLCC Giving Day. November 15, 2023LLCC’s annual Giving Day is Tuesday, Nov. 15. The purpose is to impact and transform student lives through giving. Everyone is invited to participate in Giving Day, including:

  • Alumni and students
  • Faculty, staff and retirees
  • Foundation Board and Board of Trustees members
  • Friends of the LLCC

The LLCC Foundation is looking for Giving Day Ambassadors to help spread the word about the event. Giving Day Ambassadors will be given messages to share through email, social media and texts. Ambassadors will also receive LLCC Foundation swag in appreciation for their help.

For more information or to sign up as a Giving Day Ambassador, please contact Barb Eades at 217-786-2255 or email Barbara.Eades@llcc.edu.

10.27.23

LLCC alum opening for comedian David Sedaris

Luis Ignacio AndradeAn LLCC alum, Luis Ignacio Andrade, will be opening for author and comedian David Sedaris on Monday, Nov. 13 at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom, California. Andrade took Composition I with Tiffany Elliott in the fall 2019 and demonstrated a talent for writing autobiographical essays. In her feedback, Elliott told Andrade that his writing reminded her of Sedaris’ work. Andrade took two more writing courses at LLCC — Composition II with Elliott and Creative Writing with John Paul Jaramillo — and worked extensively with Laurie Myers and Lisa Avendano in the LLCC Writing Center to continue to hone his writing skills before transferring to the University of Louisville to study creative writing. In October 2022, Andrade had the opportunity to meet with Sedaris after a show and discuss his writing. Just over a year later, Andrade and Sedaris will appear on the same stage.

10.27.23

In the news

Dee Krueger, director, LLCC-Taylorville, was interviewed Thursday, Oct. 26, on the WTIM Morning Show. She discussed spring registration, Microsoft Office training opportunities available at LLCC-Taylorville and the variety of health care programs available at LLCC.

10.26.23

United Way campaign in full swing!

United Way of Central Illinois. United Way logo.
LLCC’s United Way campaign is in full swing! Make your gift on the LLCC United Way donation page. PLEASE NOTE: Use this link instead of the QR code on posters and table tents.

Today, we’ll focus on how United Way of Central Illinois focuses on education: helping children prepare for kindergarten, stay on track and graduate with a plan for their future.

Last year, United Way of Central Illinois helped 92% of children in summer programs grow their math skills through grant partners:

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois
  • Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Illinois
  • Compass for Kids
  • Girls Scouts of Central Illinois
  • Hope
  • Springfield Public Schools
  • Springfield Urban League, Inc.
  • and, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.

Watch this video on Camp Kindergarten!

Donate today!

10.26.23

Fire alarm testing in Workforce Careers Center tomorrow

LLCC Facilities Services will be coordinating testing of the fire alarm system at the Workforce Careers Center on Friday, Oct. 27.  While we strive to keep disruptions to a minimum, it will be necessary to occasionally activate the strobes as well as the audio system.

Your patience is appreciated as we perform this necessary testing.