10.08.24

Reminder: Employee Health Fair – this Thursday, Oct. 10!

Our highly anticipated Employee Health Fair is just around the corner! Mark your calendars for Thursday, Oct. 10, from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Student Union.

As you enter, you’ll receive a Health Fair passport. We encourage you to visit different vendors and get your passport signed as you explore all the health and wellness options available.

Highlights include:

  • Free 10-minute chair massages, courtesy of Inner Health Spa. Appointments are available and can be scheduled using the link. Tips are encouraged!
  • Balance Yoga will lead 10-minute breathing exercises at the top of each hour, starting at 9 a.m. These exercises are designed to help you relax and recharge.
  • LLCC Culinary students will be offering live cooking demos, showcasing two delicious and healthy taco recipes at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Giveaways include:

  • Ninja CREAMi
  • Stationary Pedals
  • Stanley cup
  • Plus more from area vendors

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn more about your health and wellness. We look forward to seeing you there!

10.08.24

LLCC Facilities welcomes Diane Green!

Diane GreenLLCC Facilities welcomes Diane Green to the team. Diane, who started on Oct. 1, is the facilities office coordinator. She comes to us from the State of Illinois. She holds a business management degree and has extensive experience in real estate. Welcome Diane!

10.08.24

The Writing Center can help with paper revisions

Faculty please let students know to keep the Writing Center in mind during the revision process. Appointments are available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Fridays. Students may call 217-786-2341 or stop by the Writing Center to find a time (in person or online) that works for them.

10.07.24

Take a tour of student services in Menard Hall

Remodeling of the new facilities for LLCC Student Services in Menard Hall is nearing completion! Faculty and staff are invited to take a tour of the new facilities today. Tours will be available 1-3 p.m., and Student Services staff will be on hand to point out the new features of the space.

10.07.24

Submit your PDD proposal by noon today!

LLCC’s Fall Professional Development Day will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 5. The Faculty Development Advisory Group is currently seeking proposals for sessions. This call for proposals will close at 12 p.m. today.

Professional Development Day is a great opportunity to share new ideas and teaching success stories, and to explore innovative teaching and learning experiences with your colleagues.

Suggested topics for presentation proposals include:

  • Active Learning
  • AI (Artificial Intelligence)
  • Assessment
  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ)
  • Online Teaching and Learning
  • Open Educational Resources (OER)
  • Recent research/scholarship work
  • Student Engagement and Motivation
  • Technology Tools for Teaching
10.07.24

RECIPE FOR CYBERSECURITY: Using strong passwords and a password manager

Recipe for CybersecurityKey to a successful cybersecurity recipe: Strong and unique passwords

Welcome to Week 2 of Cybersecurity Awareness Month! It is important to always use a unique password for each of your online accounts. Don’t reuse the same password across websites. If one of those sites gets compromised, hackers will try that password on other sites. No matter the account, all passwords should follow these preparation steps:

  • The more characters you use the better (at least 12 characters)
  • Never reuse passwords. Each account needs its own unique password.
  • Use a combination of upper and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. Some websites will even let you include spaces.
  • Use a random password generator paired with a password manager for extra security.
  • Look for this week’s Recipe for Cybersecurity poster on bulletin boards around campus.

Thank you for being the key ingredient in our recipe for cybersecurity success!

10.07.24

LLCC Cutest Pet Contest

United Way of Central Illinois

There is still time to cast your vote for LLCC’s cutest pet! The contest will run until end of the day on Oct. 11. Donations are made by casting your vote for the cutest pet(s) of LLCC faculty and staff. You may vote for multiple pets, more than once.

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.