09.20.24

Non-Traditional Course Delivery Follow Up

The Non-Traditional Course Delivery Workgroup held their kick-off meeting on Sept. 16. The team is focusing efforts in three different areas including Competency Based Education (CBE), Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) and Blending Non-Credit/Credit programming. The co-chairs have developed a one-pager for each and invite anyone who could not attend the kickoff to review them and contact a co-chair by Friday, Sept. 27 if interested in working with a group of colleagues to advance the college in any of the three areas.

Co-Chairs:
Dr. Corrine Hinton
Dr. Laurel Bretz

09.20.24

Is your pet cute enough to win LLCC’s Cutest Pet Contest?

Cute puppyEnter your pet today, to win the LLCC Cutest Pet Contest to support the United Way campaign!

Email your pet’s photo along with their name to Sarah.Frey@llcc.edu by Friday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. The contest will launch on Monday, Sept. 23, and run until end of the day on Oct. 4.  Donations are made by casting your vote for the cutest pet(s) of LLCC faculty and staff.

Other ways to support LLCC’s United Way campaign include through employee payroll deduction. You may also make an outright gift via credit card or check. Learn more about United Way and make your pledge on the LLCC United Way donation page.

 

09.20.24

National Hispanic Heritage Month – La Loteria

Make plans to experience Loteria as part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, Wednesday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons.

A Spanish word meaning “lottery,” Loteria is a traditional game of chance, similar to bingo, but using images on a deck of cards instead of numbered ping pong balls. Students participating in Loteria will have the opportunity to win prizes. Let’s test your luck with this timeless game and see if fortune will be on your side!

Volunteers are needed to assist with setup, decoration, serving food, and clean up. Please sign up on this online form. For questions about the event, contact Fabiola Gonzalez.

National Hispanic Heritage Month 2024 Poster LLCC Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month Cultural conversations through the years with Hispanic art, music and literature! Sept. 16-Oct. 15 Kick-Off Event Monday, Sept. 16 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons La Loteria Mexicana (Mexican Bingo) Wednesday, Sept. 25 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons 5-7 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons “Cultural Conversations” with Latino author John Paul Jaramillo ¡La Familia es Todo! Wednesday, Oct. 9 2-3:30 p.m. in the LLCC Library Closing Fiesta Tuesday, Oct. 15 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in A. Lincoln Commons

09.20.24

Upcoming Event: “Ending the Silence” by NAMI

We are excited to remind everyone about the upcoming event titled Ending the Silence hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). This informative session is designed to raise awareness and break the stigma surrounding mental health, providing valuable insights and resources.
Event Details:

  • Date: Tuesday, Sept. 24
  • Time: 12-1 p.m.
  • Location: Trutter Center

While we encourage everyone to attend in person for the full experience, we understand that not all may be able to join physically. For your convenience, the event will also be available via Teams. The link to join will be shared in the employee newsletter on the day of the event. If you have any questions, please email Rachel Duff or call 217- 786-2204.

 

09.19.24

Message from the President: LLCC United Way Campaign begins Monday

Ignite the Future. United Way of Central Illinois logo.Ignite the future. Donate today to spark change. Your contribution to United Way of Central Illinois fuels programs that empower individuals, strengthen communities and create lasting impact.

LLCC will officially launch its annual United Way campaign Monday, Sept. 23. Please consider a gift to United Way of Central Illinois, which works to address the basic needs, education, financial stability and health of every person in our community. Your gift will be spread among local social service agencies, or you can designate your gift to one or more favorite charities. LincIn will include more information about the work of your local United Way over the next two weeks.

The college supports United Way and makes payroll deduction available to employees. You may also make an outright gift via credit card or check. Learn more about United Way and make your pledge on the LLCC United Way donation page.

This year, there is an additional, fun way to participate — through a cutest pet contest! Donations are made by casting your vote for the cutest pet(s) of LLCC faculty and staff. To enter your pet to earn top honors, please email your pet’s photo along with their name to Sarah.Frey@llcc.edu by Friday, Sept. 20, at 2 p.m. The contest will launch on Monday, Sept. 23, and run until end of the day on Oct. 4.

Thank you,
President Charlotte Warren, Ph.D.

09.19.24

Parking Changes today for Ag & Workforce Careers Expo

Local employers will be moving in equipment today for the Ag & Workforce Careers Expo. To help our current students with parking, employees are asked to park in lots 9, 11, 13 or 15 or in Cass Gym lots. View campus map.

Thank you for your assistance as we prepare for this event, which connects high school students with local employers to learn about careers in ag, health care and the skilled trades.

(Note: LLCC students are encouraged to park in Lots 1, 3, 5 and 7.)