09.13.24

Wellness screenings and flu shots

Sign up for a wellness screening and flu shot on Oct. 10 or Oct. 23, 7 -11:30 a.m. in the Student Union in Menard Hall. All benefit-eligible employees and their spouses may participate. The screening is free to benefit-eligible employees and for spouses who are enrolled on a LLCC health insurance plan. All benefit-eligible employees who participate in the wellness screening and complete the health risk assessment survey will receive a $50 Visa gift card! You may also sign up for a flu shot. A regular flu shot, as well as a preservative free and high dose flu shot, will be available. View Monday’s email from HR for the link and program code to sign up!

The 3rd Annual Health & Wellness Fair will also be held during the first wellness screening event on Thursday, Oct.10. Look for more information soon in LincIn!

09.13.24

Get Registered for the 2024 Cardboard Boat Regatta!

Cardboard Boat Regatta. Lincoln Land Community College.Faculty, staff, students and alumni are invited to participate in LLCC’s third cardboard boat regatta on Sept. 27 at Lake Macoupin! Check in will be 9-10 a.m. with the race starting at 11 a.m. Register by Sept. 20 at the LLCC PoliceDepartment in Sangamon Hall South or by calling 217-786-2278.

The LLCCPD can provide cardboard, while supplies last. (Please note: duct tape is not provided.) A boat construction area is provided under the overhang between Sangamon Hall North and Sangamon Hall South. All painting must be done in the grass west of the construction area. Please respect the space and keep your site tidy. Contact LLCC PD for more details.

The boats will be on display on the lawn west of the Helen Hamilton Center prior to the race. Awards will be given in such categories as fastest boat, best design, LLCC spirit and Titanic!

Register online.

Important event details

•There is an entry fee of $20 per team. Money raised will be donated to a charity.
•There must be at least two people per boat; there is no maximum.
•Minimum age to participate is 16; minors will need parental consent.
•Closed toe shoes and life preservers are required (if you cannot bring one, please make priorarrangements with the LLCCPD)
•Each preliminary race, or “heat race,” of 3-4 boats will take place around the Lake Macoupinfountain from the east bank in the Helen Hamilton Center.
•Winners of each preliminary race will compete in the final race.
•An opening ceremony prior to the first race and closing ceremony with awards will be held in theoutdoor amphitheater.
•Rain date: Oct. 11

TRIO staff paddling in a cardboard boat.Boat Construction Materials

Accepteble materials:

  • corrugated cardboard
  • duct tape
  • water-based paint

Materials not allowed:

  • oil-based paint
  • water-proof paint
  • wood
  • styrofoam
  • plastic sheathing
  • fiberglass
  • Son0tubes/coated cardboard
  • silicon, wax or tar
  • caulking compounds
  • metal
  • staples, clamps or screws

Police paddling their boat, "Donut Pirates"Rules

1. Life preservers/vests must always be worn while on/in the water.
2. Closed toe shoes are required. Shoes that tie/zip are preferred, tennis or water shoes. NO flip flops or Crocs.
3. The ENTIRE boat including paddles must be made from cardboard and duct tape. Corrugated cardboard only!
4. Duct tape may be used only to reinforce seams. DO NOT duct tape the entire hull of the boat!
5. Water-based paint is allowed (no oil-based paint) for decorating the boat.
6. Decorations are allowed and encouraged, provided they are not used as structural or floatation elements.
7. Crew costumes are encouraged.
8. Design is left to builder(s). Let your creativity take over.
9. NO surfboard style boat allowed.
10. Team members who start the race must finish the race without leaving the interior of the boat. If a team member exits the boat for any reason during the race, the team will be disqualified.
11. Please make sure all packing labels and staples are removed!
12. Throwing water on another boat is reason for disqualification, unless said water comes from the incidental splash of a paddle or other propulsive device.
13. Sunken or discarded boats must be disposed of in the designated trash receptacle.

Integrity Challenge

An individual or team may submit a challenge of integrity on any of the top three finishing boats.
Procedures will be developed for an individual or team to submit a challenge confidentially.
There is a challenge fee of $20 per submission. All challenge money will be donated to a charity.
Challenged boats will be thoroughly inspected. This may involve cutting the boat to inspect the internal structure.

09.13.24

Workforce Institute welcomes two new instructors

Workforce Institute welcomes Casey Busboom and Dillon Cuthbert as new instructors.

Casey BusboomCasey has been in the electrical field for about 20 years in various industries including rail, health care and the military and is a journeyman electrician with IBEW. He has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from UIS and is a graduate of LLCC. He is excited about transferring from an adjunct position to full-time instructor to be part of the future of LLCC’s industrial and commercial maintenance programs. A lifelong resident of central Illinois, he is grateful to be more involved in this community through his work at LLCC. You can reach Casey by email or phone, 217-786-3694.

Dillon Cuthbert Dillon started his diesel training at Illinois Central College as a student of LLCC’s now program director, Jeff Gardner. He then completed a bachelor of applied science degree in diesel and heavy equipment at Pittsburg State University. Dillon has worked as a technician for several diesel companies including Vermeer Midwest, Sloan Implement and AGCO where he traveled from Texas to Colorado working as a harvest support team intern. Dillon will be an instructor in our diesel technologies program. You can reach Dillon by email or call 217-786-2441.

09.13.24

Faculty Book Club begins Monday

Join us for a three-part faculty book club series, led by Becky Miller, professor,  psychology, centered on “Small Teaching” by James Lang, a transformative guide offering practical, research-based strategies for enhancing classroom instruction. We will explore how small, targeted changes in teaching practices can lead to significant improvements in student learning. Each session will provide a collaborative space for faculty members to discuss and apply these insights to their own teaching. Engage with your peers, share experiences and discover actionable strategies that can be immediately integrated into your courses. All participants will receive a free copy of “Small Teaching.”

Register now and receive your copy of “Small Teaching” before the session dates.

Note: Faculty will receive one point for each session attended. Those who attend all three will be awarded an extra point (four total).

09.13.24

NAMI: Ending The Silence

NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness, will be on campus on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at noon to present NAMI: Ending the Silence in the Trutter Center. This evidence based, 50 minute session includes a brief presentation, short videos, and a personal testimony from a young adult who describes their journey of recovery. The presentation includes warning signs, facts and statistics, and how to approach students. Audience members can ask questions and gain understanding of an often misunderstood topic. Through dialogue, the goal is to help grow the movement to end stigma.

Any questions can be emailed to Rachel Duff by call 217-786-2204.

09.13.24

VALIC/AIG REP ON CAMPUS Sept. 19

David Jones, certified financial planner with VALIC/AIG Retirement, will be on campus for 30-minute account reviews to help you understand your options and for new enrollments on Sept. 19 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. in the VP Conference Room, Menard Hall.

  • 403b Plans
  • Roth 403b Plans
  • 457b Plans
  • Financial Planning
  • Retirement Planning

To register, go to my.VALIC.com/seminars and enter registration code 6303SPR11AB or call 217-714-2862.

09.13.24

Spring Quinoa and Asparagus Salad from LLCC Community Education

Spring quinoa and asparagus saladSpring and early summer is a great time to include asparagus into salads and other dishes. They are tender and less fibrous this time of year.

4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
1 cup quinoa
1½cups water for quinoa
Salt to taste
1 pound asparagus, ends trimmed
5-6 radishes, halved and thinly sliced
2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts or pepitas
3 tablespoons finely chopped chives
2 teaspoons finely chopped tarragon
1 ounce feta cheese, crumbled (about ¼ cup)
For the dressing
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1-2 garlic cloves finely minced or about 1 teaspoon garlic paste
2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
3 fl oz buttermilk
Freshly ground pepper and salt to taste

Preparation:
Place the quinoa in a mesh strainer and rinse several times with cold water. Add to a medium saucepan with 1½ cups salted water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer about15 minutes (until the grains absorb the water). Remove from the heat then tilt the lid to let the steam out and let sit for 10 minutes or longer undisturbed. Transfer to a salad bowl and fluff with forks. Continue to let cool.

Whisk together the lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil, buttermilk, and pepper. Set aside. Steam the asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes, until just tender. Rinse with cold water, pat dry, and cut on the into 1-inch or smaller pieces. Add to the quinoa, along with the radishes, pine nuts, chives, and tarragon. Toss dressing with the quinoa and asparagus mixture shortly before serving. Sprinkle the feta over the top and serve.

09.12.24

Early Alert Workgroup meets today, 1-3 p.m.

The first of five LLCC workgroups, inspired by convocation, meets today, Sept. 12, from 1-3 p.m. in the Robert H. Stephens Room.

Early Alert

We have tried for years to adopt and use an early alert system. We have had a number of versions, but now is an opportunity to take a look at what we really want this to accomplish and to create a system that is systematic, user friendly, and significantly increases retention of our students.
Co-chairs: Dr. Kalith Smith, Susan Boehler
Cabinet Liaison: Shanda Byer
Kickoff Meeting: Sept. 12, 1-3 p.m., R.H. Stephens Room

All LLCC colleagues are encouraged to join a workgroup that interests them. Diverse input helps ensure that decisions are well-rounded and consider the needs of the entire campus community. See the message from Dr. Charlotte Warren and the entire list of kick-off meetings.

09.12.24

SPRING 2025 PAYMENT PLAN FLYERS

The spring 2025 payment plan flyer is now available! To order printed copies for your area, please complete a PRM KBOX ticket.

LLCC Student Accounts is proud to offer plans with more flexibility. In the past, payment plans for the spring term could only be split into five payments (December-April). Now that students start making payments as soon as they enroll in the plan, they could have their payments extended into seven total payments (October-April) instead of five!

Please use this as an incentive for early registration when talking with students. If you have any questions, please contact Student Accounts at 217-786-2480 or Student.Accounts@llcc.edu.