Saturday, Feb. 15, is the deadline to apply for LLCC Foundation Scholarships. Please remind students to apply if they will be attending LLCC during the 2025-2026 academic year. Learn more about LLCC Foundation scholarships and apply online!
Workforce Institute Information Night, Feb. 18
Know a student interested in an in-demand career field? Invite them to LLCC’s Workforce Institute information nights, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Students can speak with instructors, look at curriculum, career pathways and learn about real-world training for:
- Commercial Electrical & Industrial Maintenance
- Construction Occupations
- Diesel Technologies
- Hospitality Management & Culinary Arts
- Welding
Lingo Bingo with LLCC Financial Aid!
Encourage students to put their financial aid knowledge to the test for a chance to win free prizes and enjoy a hot cocoa bar with tasty treats! LLCC Financial Aid staff will also be on hand to help students complete the 2025-26 FAFSA and review their financial aid.
- Monday, Feb. 17, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Menard Hall Atrium
Join Us for the Heart Safety Expo, Feb. 19
In observance of Heart Health Month, we’re excited to invite you to the Heart Safety Expo — an event dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and providing valuable resources to support your wellbeing. The expo takes place Wednesday, Feb. 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the LLCC Student Union.
Local vendors in attendance:
- Amy Giles with Fit-Mind Body
- Angie Ryan with Balance Yoga
- Jan Dowell, LLCC Culinary adjunct instructor and registered dietician
- Amy Wiese with Prairie Heart Institute
- Stephanie Carson with the Gateway Foundation
Plus:
- Get a blood pressure check from LLCC nursing students.
- Watch an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) demo given by an LLCC EMS student.
- Get a chair massage from an LLCC Massage Therapy student (massages available from 12:30-2:30 p.m. on a first come, first served basis).
Those in attendance can also enter to win a variety of prizes such as:
- A neck and back massager
- Yoga equipment
- A set of resistance bands
- A light therapy lamp
- Self care kits
- And more!
Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with health professionals and LLCC students, and to take steps toward a healthier heart. Your heart matters. Let’s keep it strong together!
THRIVE ON THURSDAY
Join Kellee Phillips, student care coordinator, TODAY in the commons lounge from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day of wellness and inspiration! Students can make bracelets, color or journal and sign up for a FREE subscription to the Calm App. There will be mental health & wellness resources for students to take, and the student care cart will be in attendance as well! Encourage your students to stop by, take a break for their wellness, and partake in some healthy coping skills!
LLCC HR advertising for a donor relations coordinator
The LLCC Human Resources office is advertising for a donor relations coordinator. Full details on this and all other open positions can be viewed on the HR employment page.
Journal Making Workshop Today!
A reminder that employees are invited to attend the Journal Making Workshop today, presented by LLCC faculty Laura Anderson and Ryan Roberts.
- Date: Today, Feb. 13
- Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
- Location: The Robert H. Stephens Room
- Register online for the Journal Making Workshop
Unlock your creativity and create your own customized journal. We hope to see you there.
KUDOS nominations are open
Key or Unique Demonstrations of Outstanding Service award nominations are open! They will be accepted through Friday, Feb. 21. Faculty and staff can nominate a deserving colleague by submitting the KUDOS form (also available by clicking on the KUDOS tab in the upper-right corner of LincIn). The KUDOS awards will be announced on Friday, March 7.
The KUDOS awards are an informal way to recognize the special contributions — small and large — made by faculty and staff that create the positive environment that is LLCC.
Reminder: PRM has thank you cards if you’d like to personalize a note of gratitude for a coworker.
Wear red on Friday for Valentine’s Day
Faculty and staff may wear Valentine’s red apparel on Friday rather than/or in addition to their LLCC wear.
Lincoln Lecture happens in the Trutter Center today
In honor of President Lincoln’s 216th birthday, join us for the 2025 Lincoln Lecture, today at 9 a.m. in the Trutter Center. Christina Shutt, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum will speak about how ALPLM approaches Lincoln’s story. You can also choose to join via Teams.