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LLCC students named to Phi Theta Kappa leadership positions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 2, 2020 LLCC students named to Phi Theta Kappa leadership positionsFaculty advisor and recent graduate win awards SPRINGFIELD — Two Lincoln Land Community College students have been elected to officer positions for the Illinois Region of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.Hyler Pence of Palmyra was elected president, the first time a member of the LLCC chapter has achieved this honor. This year, he was also named to the Phi Theta Kappa
LLCC welcomes new dean of English and humanities
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 1, 2020 SPRINGFIELD — Joel Dykstra, Ed.D., from Roswell, New Mexico, has joined Lincoln Land Community College as dean of English and humanities. He began his new duties May 18. Dr. Dykstra comes to LLCC from the New Mexico Military Institute where he served as associate dean of the humanities division for eight years. He also taught Arabic and Spanish at NMMI for 15 years. In 1999, Dykstra enlisted in the U.S. Army as an Arabic linguist. He served
LLCC Academy of Lifelong Learning (ALL) hosting discussion on pandemic’s impact on local restaurants
MEDIA ALERT June 1, 1 p.m. via Zoom Lincoln Land Community College’s Academy of Lifelong Learning (ALL) has quickly adapted to virtual programming, embracing learning, exercise and interaction while also supporting local businesses. ALL is kicking off June programming with a focus on local restaurants. Dr. Charlotte Warren, LLCC president, will moderate a Zoom discussion for ALL members June 1, 1 p.m. with Chef Michael Higgins, owner of Maldaner’s restaurant, on the impact of the COVID-19
LLCC’s summer College for Kids to be offered online
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 21, 2020 LLCC’s summer College for Kids to be offered online Registration open through June 15 SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College’s College for Kids programs will be offered online for summer 2020. Registration is open through June 15. “We are excited to continue our tradition of providing quality youth enrichment activities and look forward to sharing innovative online experiences to help youth learn
LLCC Community Education offering 10 free, non-credit online classes
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2020 Contact: Kyla Kruse, kyla.kruse@llcc.edu LLCC Community Education offering 10 free, non-credit online classes SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College’s community education program is offering 10 free, non-credit online classes from now until June 30. Once signed up, participants can complete these courses at their own pace within three months. Classes include 12 Steps to a Successful Job Search,
LLCC Financial Aid offers ''Moving Forward'' FAFSA and Financial Aid assistance
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 12, 2020 Contact: Lynn Whalen, lynn.whalen@llcc.edu SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College’s Financial Aid office is offering free, personalized financial aid assistance and help in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Current and future LLCC students are invited to schedule a one-on-one, “Moving Forward” Zoom meeting with a financial aid advisor any weekday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
LLCC Students honored in virtual Student Recognition Ceremony
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 8, 2020Contact: Kyla Kruse, kyla.kruse@llcc.edu LLCC students honored with academic, leadership and special awards in virtual Student Recognition Ceremony Erica Lay of Jacksonville named Outstanding Graduate SPRINGFIELD — Lincoln Land Community College recently recognized students with academic, leadership and special awards in a virtual 2020 Student Recognition Ceremony video. The video can be viewed at
LLCC Virtual Experience Events Start May 20
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2020 Contact: Kyla Kruse, kyla.kruse@llcc.edu Virtual LLCC Experience events begin May 20 Information on college and career training SPRINGFIELD — Prospective students interested in starting or restarting college or training for a new career are invited to attend Lincoln Land Community College’s Virtual LLCC Experience on May 20 from 6-8 p.m., June 9 from 3-5 p.m. or June 22 from 6-8 p.m. The free events will be
