Congratulations to Sarah Payne, LLCC’s newest admissions specialist in recruitment and admissions, who begins her new role today. Sarah previously worked as a program navigator in PATH. Prior to her work in PATH, Sarah worked as a talent sourcer and colleague referral program manager in talent acquisition for Memorial Health. Sarah earned a bachelor’s degree in communication and a certificate in nonprofit organization at University of Illinois Springfield. You can contact Sarah via email. Congratulations Sarah!
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Jaramillo wins Individual Literary Artist Award
On Saturday, Nov. 2, John Paul Jaramillo, professor, English and humanities, was awarded the Springfield Area Arts Council’s 2024 “Individual Literary Artist” Mayor’s Award for the Arts.
LLCC-Litchfield welcomes Luke Wright!
LLCC-Litchfield is thrilled to add Luke Wright to their team. Luke has been at the college since August 2022 and will take over in Litchfield as general maintenance technician. Welcome to LLCC-Litchfield, Luke!
Congratulations to Nancy Brawner on her promotion and welcome to Alex Wray
Congratulations to Nancy Brawner, who was promoted to course materials coordinator at the LLCC Bookstore.
LLCC Information Technology welcomes Alex Wray to the team. Alex started with LLCC back in April as a contractor and accepted a full-time position as a network administrator on Sept. 16. Alex is an LLCC alum, having graduated in 2022. Before coming back to LLCC, he worked in managed services at LRS. Welcome home Alex!
Congratulations to Rhilee Cochran on her new role!
LLCC Advancement and the Career Center are excited to announce the promotion of Rhilee Cochran to career coach effective Oct. 21. In her new role, Rhilee will assist students with resumes, cover letters, job search and career and major exploration. Congratulations Rhilee!
LLCC Tik Tok named 2024 Medallion finalist
Congratulations to Sarah Frey, LLCC website and social media coordinator, and the entire PRM team for being named a finalist for the 2024 Medallion Award for Social Media Page from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR). NCMPR Medallion Awards recognize outstanding achievement in design and communication at community and technical colleges in NCMPR’s seven districts. Gold, silver and bronze winners will be announced at the NCMPR district conference at the end of September.
Are you following Lincoln Land Community College on Tik Tok? You can find us @lincolnlandcommunitycollege. While you’re at it, follow LLCC on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn!
Congratulations to John Paul Jaramillo
Professor of English and author, John Paul Jaramillo, received Honorable Mention for the 2024 Rudolfo Anaya Best Latino Focused Fiction Book Award for his novel, “Carlos Montoya – A Novel.” Congratulations, John Paul!
Congratulations to Michelle Burger and Jill Siebert on recent promotions
The LLCC Foundation would like to congratulate Michelle Burger and Jill Siebert on promotions that go into effect Sept. 1
Michelle Burger
Michelle has been promoted to assistant director of alumni services. In her new role, Michelle will spearhead our alumni engagement efforts, fostering meaningful connections with our alumni community nationwide. With her extensive experience at the college, she will enhance programs and strengthen alumni relations. For any alumni-related inquiries or support, Michelle is your go-to person. Congratulations, Michelle!
Jill Siebert
Jill Siebert has been promoted to the position of scholarship program coordinator within the LLCC Foundation. In this role, Jill will oversee all aspects of our scholarship program, ensuring it continues to support student success. She will also play a key role in cultivating and renewing donor relationships. For questions or information related to scholarships, reach out to Jill. Congratulations, Jill!
LLCC Ag Transfer student selected as 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
Congratulations to Malena Kirgan of New Holland, who was selected this summer as a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar. Malena is an ag transfer student and member of Phi Theta Kappa!
Dr. Ryan Stringer publishes in The Philosophical Forum
Assistant Professor of Philosophy Dr. Ryan Stringer recently published an article in The Philosophical Forum. His work, “How will I know if he really loves me? Toward an epistemology of love,” appears in volume 55, issue 3 of the journal. You can read it online. Congratulations, Dr. Stringer!