Convocation, this Friday, Aug. 16

The annual Convocation for faculty and staff will be held Friday, Aug. 16, starting at 9:30 a.m. in the Student Union. This year’s event will feature a well-recognized global futurist, speaker and the author of 14 books, including award-winning best sellers — Jack Uldrich! In addition, the day will include an address by Dr. Charlotte Warren, department meetings in the afternoon and a social from 4-6 p.m. in the Hamilton Area.

Jack Uldrich speaking on a stageUldrich helps organizations gain the critical foresight they need to create a successful future. His work is based on the transformational principles of unlearning as a strategy to survive and thrive in an era of unparalleled change. He is a frequent speaker on technology, change management and leadership and has addressed hundreds of corporations, associations and not-for-profit organizations on five continents. He regularly makes appearances on major media outlets and is also an ongoing contributor on emerging technologies and future trends for “The Wall Street Journal,” “Forbes,” “Wired Magazine” and “Inc.”

LLCC offering extended hours for fall registration

LLCC Student Services and Bookstore will offer extended hours for fall registration on the Springfield campus. Student services include admissions, registration, records, financial aid, testing and student success coaching.

  • Monday-Thursday, Aug. 12-15, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Friday, Aug. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
  • Saturday, Aug. 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (Testing closed)

Fall 16-week classes begin Aug. 19. Eight-week classes begin Aug. 19 and Oct. 14. Current students may register for classes via LoggerCentral or by phone (217-786-2292). New students should first apply to LLCC or visit www.llcc.edu/new for more information.

Sign up to help at the Welcome Week tables

LLCC Public Relations and Marketing would appreciate your assistance during fall Welcome Week! PRM is looking for volunteers to assist at the welcome tables in A. Lincoln Commons, Montgomery Hall, Logan Hall, Kreher and the Workforce Career Center, Aug. 19-23 during the first week of fall classes.

Help students get a great start to the semester by greeting them, answering their questions, providing directions and encouraging them to stop by the Welcome Week events hosted by LLCC Student Life! An FAQ reference sheet will be on the table along with highlighters to help in marking students’ routes to their classes.

To sign up, add your name to this Welcome Week sign-up sheet or email Russell Michelich at Russell.Michelich@llcc.edu.

LLCC to host Conversation Tables at Chatham Public Library

LLCCAdult Education will host Conversation Tables for English language learners every Monday, 5-6:30 p.m., from Oct. 7-Nov. 18, at Chatham Public Library, 600 Spruce Street.

“Conversation Tables will give English language learners a chance to connect with others and practice conversational English in a comfortable environment,” said Patty Mendoza, director, adult education and literacy at LLCC.

It’s free to participate in Conversation Tables, but registration is required. LLCC will hold information sessions at the Chatham Public Library on the following dates:

  • Sept. 10 – 9-9:30 a.m. & 10-10:30 a.m.
  • Sept. 12 – 5-5:30 p.m.
  • Sept. 17 – 9-9:30 a.m. & 10-10:30 a.m.
  • Sept. 26 – 5-5:30 p.m.

Registration will be held immediately following each session and will include a short English language assessment, which could take up to an hour.

Conversation Tables were made possible through a grant awarded by the Illinois State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State, using funds designated for literacy.

Visit www.llcc.edu/literacy-tutoring for more information. You can also register for Conversation Tables by contacting Marybeth Hentrich, adult education coordinator, at 217-786-2572.

Fire alarm testing test begins today

As a reminder, LLCC Facilities Services is coordinating testing of building fire alarm systems beginning today, Aug. 12. Buildings on main campus will be tested first, followed by all Outreach Center locations. While we strive to keep disruptions to a minimum, it is necessary to activate fire alarm strobes and horns during testing. Your patience is appreciated.

Health Insurance Update

Please note that if you search for an in-network urgent care facility on the My Cigna website, none will appear for Springfield. The Springfield urgent cares are not contracted with Cigna as Urgent Care, which is why they don’t show up in the search. However, Springfield Clinic PromptCare, Springfield Priority Care through HSHS Medical Group and Memorial Expresscare are all in the Cigna network and claims will be processed in-network. Apologies for any confusion this may have caused.

Fire alarm testing test begins Monday

Facilities services is coordinating testing of building fire alarm systems beginning Monday,  Aug. 12. Buildings on the main campus will be tested first, followed by all outreach center locations. While we strive to keep disruptions to a minimum, it is necessary to activate fire alarm strobes and horns during testing. Your patience is appreciated.

LLCC at state fair

Illinois State Fair, Aug. 8-18, 2024.LLCC will be at the Illinois State Fair! The college will be in the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) tent (off Brian Raney Ave., near Lincoln Stage) on four days to share information on the wide array of educational opportunities available from LLCC and other Illinois community colleges. Representatives from LLCC Recruitment and Admissions and academic departments will be on hand with interactive activities and to talk with fairgoers.

  • Friday, Aug. 9 – Natural and Agricultural Sciences
  • Saturday, Aug. 10 – Community Education
  • Wednesday, Aug. 14 – Workforce Institute
  • Friday, Aug. 16 – Health Professions

The LLCC Ag Club will be helping out at the Pork Patio on Saturday, Aug. 17.

Jay Kitterman, culinary and special events consultant, will be judging the Blue Ribbon Pie Contest once again at the state fair.

ALC sign inserts

Looking to help guide students or visitors to an event once they enter A. Lincoln Commons? PRM can help! Place a PRM KBOX work order, including information on the date signage needs placed, name of the event and location.

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