Lake Land College offers an Introduction to Concealed Carry Class Posted on September 17, 2018 Lake Land College is offering a two-day Introduction to Concealed Carry Class at Accuracy Firearms, 1300 S. Raney St., Effingham. The 16-hour course will be held Saturday, Nov. 17- Sunday, Nov. 18. The class will meet from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Instructor Dwayne Beccue has designed this class to educate the student about handguns best suited for personal defense, how to carry them safely, and how to deploy and use them efficiently in the context of a dynamic critical incident. The class will also cover the laws pertaining to the appropriate and lawful use of carrying handguns in public. The cost is $150 for the two-day class. To register, go to https://www.lakelandcollege.edu/works/ind/register/all.php. Drop date for a refund is five business days prior to the class. For more information, contact Jackie Wake, professional development support, at 217-234-5087 or email jwake@lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College Adult Education to Offer Free Food Sanitation Classes Posted on Lake Land College’s Adult Education is offering free food sanitation classes at various locations for the first 12 applicants who register. Those who complete the course and pass the test, which costs $36, will receive a Food Protection Manager certification, which is valid for five years. The class locations and dates are as follows: Marshall – Lake Land College Eastern Region Center, 224 S. 6th, Saturday – Oct. 20 and 27, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Pana – Lake Land College Western Region Center, 600 E 1st, Friday – Nov. 9 and 16, 5-9:30 p.m. Effingham – Lake Land College Kluthe Center for Higher Education and Technology, 1204 Network Centre Blvd., Saturday – Nov. 10 and 17, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mattoon – Lake Land College Workforce Development Center, 305 Richmond Ave. E., Saturday – Dec. 1 and 8, 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. To enroll or to find more information, contact Adult Education at 217-238-8292 or adulteducation@lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College Announces Summer Graduates Posted on September 14, 2018 Lake Land College announces summer graduates Lake Land College is proud to announce the 2018 summer graduates. The following students completed their degrees and certificates this summer: Name City Degree Acad. Program Title Carrie Ruholl Altamont Associate in Arts Business Administration Kaylee Shane Argenta Certificate Cosmetology Hannah Diener Arthur Certificate Practical Nursing Isaac Kitchen Atwood Associate in Applied Science Agriculture Business & Supply Angelica Haslett Beecher City Associate in Arts Sociology/Social Work Kailyn Boyer Bethany Certificate Esthetics Kristina Mounce Bloomington Associate in Applied Science Early Childhood Care and Education Stephen Oberhill Bowling Green Associate in Applied Science Electronics Engineering Technology Seth Powell Brownstown Certificate Entrepreneurship Seth Powell Brownstown Certificate Electronic Marketing Jennifer Blair Casey Associate in Arts Liberal Arts Chelsea Clapp Casey Associate in Arts Business Administration Madison Dane Casey Certificate Practical Nursing Karla Drum Casey Associate in Liberal Studies Associate In Liberal Studies Olivia Judson Casey Associate in Science Business Administration Mickenzie Veach Casey Certificate Cosmetology Tyler Wright Centralia Certificate Geospatial Technology Albert Adkins Charleston Associate in Arts Criminal Justice Lori Douglas Charleston Certificate Esthetics Ashley Funneman Charleston Certificate Practical Nursing Emily Galbreath Charleston Certificate Practical Nursing Chelsie Gast Charleston Certificate Practical Nursing Kyle Hanks Charleston Certificate Auto Mechanic Kyle Hanks Charleston Associate in Applied Science Automotive Technology Hannah Jackson Charleston Associate in Arts Early Childhood Education Kimberli Jones Charleston Associate in Liberal Studies Associate In Liberal Studies Jared King Charleston Certificate Programmable Logic Controllers Jared King Charleston Associate in Applied Science Mechanical-Electrical Technology Robert Miller Charleston Associate in Science Pre-Engineering Steven Oliver Charleston Certificate Geospatial Technology Steven Oliver Charleston Associate in Arts Business Administration Steven Oliver Charleston Associate in Science Earth Science Lashawnda Poree Charleston Certificate Practical Nursing Andrea Spears Charleston Certificate Practical Nursing Kyle Stewart Charleston Certificate Manufacturing Skills I Drew Stoutin Charleston Associate in Science Business Administration Jerod Thomason Charleston Associate in Arts Criminal Justice Kelly Hargrave Clinton Certificate Management Kelly Hargrave Clinton Certificate Professional Sales Kelly Hargrave Clinton Certificate Marketing Kelly Hargrave Clinton Associate in Applied Science Management Kyle Hardiek Dieterich Associate in Science Pre-Engineering Noah Heuerman Dieterich Associate in Applied Science Mechanical-Electrical Technology Allie Mahaffey Dieterich Certificate Accounting Tristan Warner Edwardsville Associate in Arts Business Administration Keegan Avery Effingham Associate in Science Clinical Laboratory Science Kory Avery Effingham Associate in Science Bioscience Non-Teaching Lauren Fox Effingham Associate in Arts Art Justine Funneman Effingham Associate in Arts Pre-Nursing Jayson Graves Effingham Certificate Manufacturing Skills I Megan Harris Effingham Associate in Arts Business Administration Tanner Jones Effingham Certificate Geospatial Technology Tanner Jones Effingham Associate in Science Earth Science Alysha Loy Effingham Associate in Arts Art Abby Marxman Effingham Associate in Science Pre-Nursing Jessica Mette Effingham Associate in Arts Psychology Faith Miller Effingham Certificate Practical Nursing Brittney Reed Effingham Certificate Medical Assistant Courtney Rieman Effingham Associate in Arts Elementary Education Keiko Ripley Effingham Associate in Arts Pre-Nursing Blake Schumacher Effingham Associate in Applied Science Agriculture Business & Supply Misty Snyder Effingham Certificate Practical Nursing Reanne Thies Effingham Associate in Science Pre-Nursing Coral Thoele Effingham Certificate Accounting Collin Wallace Effingham Certificate Practical Nursing Heather Wallace Effingham Certificate Management Heather Wallace Effingham Certificate Marketing Heather Wallace Effingham Certificate Professional Sales Heather Wallace Effingham Associate in Applied Science Management Melissa Lye Findlay Certificate Medical Assistant Paige Tippit Findlay Certificate Practical Nursing Alyssa Willoughby Gays Associate in Applied Science Medical Assistant Kirby Casner Herrick Associate in Arts Sociology/Social Work Heartly Smith Herrick Certificate Accounting Haylee Short Hillsboro Associate in Science Bioscience Non-Teaching Kristy Warman Hindsboro Associate in Applied Science Medical Assistant Kelsey Slager Hopedale Associate in Arts Agriculture Michelle Chupp Indianapolis Associate in Science Bioscience Non-Teaching Michelle Chupp Indianapolis Associate in Liberal Studies Associate In Liberal Studies Nathan Greuel Louisville Associate in Science Physics Jarrett Stanfield Louisville Associate in Arts History Jennifer Erixon Lovington Certificate Management Kelly Schroeder Manhattan Associate in Applied Science Dental Hygiene Olivia Reynolds Mansfield Certificate Cosmetology Vance Oetjen Marshall Associate in Science Pre-Engineering Adora Gowin Martinsville Associate in Arts Business Administration Alyssa Maxey Martinsville Certificate Practical Nursing Matthew Healy Mason Associate in Arts Business Administration Sara Miller Mason Certificate Cosmetology Amber Aleshire Mattoon Certificate Office Support Specialist Lynette Bell Mattoon Certificate Medical Coding Specialist Jodie Carey Mattoon Certificate Medical Assistant Cherilyn Carlson Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Kristen Chumbley Mattoon Associate in Arts Psychology Anna DeBuhr Mattoon Associate in Arts Agriculture Sarita Dunne Mattoon Associate in Applied Science Human Services – Psychology Shalana Elder Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Taylor Fray Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Brylin Garren Mattoon Certificate Cosmetology Anthony Golding Mattoon Associate in Arts Criminal Justice Stephanie Gordon Mattoon Certificate Cosmetology Julie Gosnell Mattoon Certificate Medical Coding Specialist Morgan Hampton Mattoon Associate in Arts Psychology Dylan Harper Mattoon Associate in Applied Science IT-Network Administration Jacqueline Hawkins Mattoon Associate in Arts Liberal Arts Jonathan Johnson Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Scott Johnson Mattoon Certificate Manufacturing Skills I Tashi Kuti Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Nicholas LeDoux Mattoon Certificate Manufacturing Skills I Benjamin Mabiala Mattoon Associate in Arts Business Administration Kristen Morlen Mattoon Certificate Accounting Clarissa Mouley Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Kyla Ohm Mattoon Certificate Medical Assistant Triston Overton Mattoon Certificate Computer-Aided Drafting John Price Mattoon Certificate Manufacturing Skills I Rachel Renwick Mattoon Associate in Arts Sociology/Social Work Julie Rose Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Clarissa Seal Mattoon Certificate Medical Assistant Rebecca Smith Mattoon Associate in Applied Science Human Services – Psychology Danielle Stapleton Mattoon Certificate Welding Technology Melinda Strawn Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Jackson Utsler Mattoon Associate in Applied Science Ag Power Technology LesLee Watkins Mattoon Certificate Practical Nursing Zoe West Mattoon Certificate Cosmetology Kelly Harmon Montrose Certificate Practical Nursing Megan Bush Neoga Certificate Practical Nursing Hunter Krampe Neoga Associate in Arts Psychology Josie McMahon Neoga Certificate Practical Nursing Joshua Jefferson New Albany Associate in Arts Business Administration Karla Madden Newman Associate in Arts Business Administration Joseph Brooks Newton Certificate Geospatial Technology Erica Swisher Newton Certificate Esthetics Rayanna Mboma Normal Associate in Science Health Education Micayla Clapp Oakland Associate in Arts Pre-Nursing Lori Magnussen Oconee Certificate Practical Nursing Bethany Beeson Pana Associate in Science Business Administration Whitney Matthews Pana Certificate Practical Nursing Whitney Matthews Pana Associate in Liberal Studies Associate In Liberal Studies Joshua McCombe Pana Certificate IT-Computer Game Development Aubrey Puckett Pana Associate in Science Pre-Nursing Edith Warcup Pana Certificate Practical Nursing Karen Cook Paris Associate in Arts Sociology/Social Work Madison Gates Paris Certificate Practical Nursing Kamryn Kingery Paris Associate in Arts Pre-Nursing Jenna Lawson Paris Associate in Science Pre-Physical Therapy Darla Redman Paris Certificate Practical Nursing Phillip Williams Rosenberg Associate in Arts Undecided Taran Duckworth Saint Elmo Associate in Science Pre-Dental Parker Nolan Schaumburg Associate in Arts Business Administration Ryann Ambrose Shelbyville Associate in Arts Psychology Megan Donnel Shelbyville Associate in Arts Early Childhood Education Hannah Koonce Shelbyville Associate in Arts Pre-Veterinary Medicine William Lenz Shelbyville Associate in Arts Liberal Arts Abby Manship Shelbyville Associate in Applied Science Agriculture Production & Management Olivia Reimer Shelbyville Associate in Science Pre-Medicine Lisa Kaufman Shumway Associate in Applied Science Human Services – Criminal Justice Barbara Phillips Shumway Certificate Practical Nursing Rachel Gratz Sigel Certificate Practical Nursing Ty Hewing Sigel Associate in Applied Science Agriculture Business & Supply Sean Kromah Smyrna Associate in Arts Physical Education Baylee Cohan Sullivan Certificate Esthetics Micah Dickens Sullivan Certificate Practical Nursing Tiffani Golden Sullivan Certificate Practical Nursing Cadisen Nuzzo Sullivan Associate in Applied Science Human Services – Psychology Jennifer Penberthy Sullivan Certificate Practical Nursing Kaleb Shumard Sullivan Associate in Science Pre-Dental Andrew Sims Sullivan Associate in Arts Speech Communication Trina Smith-Roberts Sullivan Certificate Medical Assistant Bailey Sparling Sullivan Associate in Arts Undecided Bailey Sparling Sullivan Associate in Science Pre-Pharmacy William Tate Sullivan Certificate Welding Technology Lija Workman Sullivan Associate in Science Bioscience Non-Teaching Hayley Zirkle Sullivan Certificate Medical Assistant Jonathan Beck Teutopolis Associate in Arts Pre-Nursing Jordan Wellbaum Teutopolis Associate in Arts Criminal Justice Austin Light Toledo Associate in Arts Business Administration Chasity Moses Toledo Associate in Arts Criminal Justice Walter Robison Toledo Certificate Electronic Control Technician Alisha Ruholl Toledo Associate in Liberal Studies Associate In Liberal Studies Teresa Allsop Tower Hill Certificate Practical Nursing Randa Morris Tower Hill Certificate Medical Assistant Alicia Pritchard Urbana Certificate Practical Nursing Brady Cappe Waterford Ontario Associate in Arts Criminal Justice
Lake Land College Honors First Medical Assistant Graduates in Pinning Ceremony Posted on September 12, 2018 At the 2018 Lake Land College first ever Associate Degree in Medical Assisting Pinning Ceremony, graduating medical assistants received their pins. Medical Assistant Program Instructor Molly Yeske said she saw huge improvement in her students academically and professionally. “Some students went from absolutely no healthcare knowledge and typing less than three words a minute, to typing 47 words a minute with fewer than two errors and being able to pass their certification exam on the first try,” Yeske said. Jodie Carey, Mattoon, received the Overall Progress Award, which is given each year to a graduating student who showed overall progress clinically, academically and socially/affectively. The recipient of this award is chosen by instructors. Kristy Warman, Hindsboro, received the Associate Degree Medical Assisting Peer Award. The recipient is chosen based on his or her clinical and scholastic performance, willingness to help other students, professionalism, maturity and spirit. The award is characterized by a true team player, who also is considered a leader. The recipient of this award is chosen by fellow medical assisting students. The new medical assisting program trains students in a combination of clinical and administrative skills. Medical assistants are well-rounded in working on a range of functions, from drawing blood and providing injections, to formatting spreadsheets to medical accounting and billing. Medical Assisting is a special admission program offered as both a certificate and an associate degree. To learn more visit lakelandcollege.edu and under “Academics” click on “Academic Majors, Degrees & Certificates.” The following students received their pins at the ceremony: Jodie Carey Mattoon Kyla Ohm Mattoon Kristi Warman Hindsboro Trina Smith Sullivan Hayley Zirkle Sullivan Randa Morris Shelbyville Purisima Palmer Shelbyville Alyssa Willoughby Windsor Clarissa Seal Mattoon Melissa Lye Findley Brittney Reed Effingham
Lake Land College to Rename Hall and Dedicate to Sixth President Posted on September 11, 2018 At the September meeting, the Lake Land College Board of Trustees approved the renaming of the college’s Net Zero Energy Building to Lensink Hall in posthumous honor of its sixth president, Scott Lensink. Lensink was instrumental in the building of the Net Zero Energy Building (ZEB Hall) on campus, and for making Lake Land a national leader in sustainable energy. ZEB Hall is a highly energy efficient building offering a sustainable-learning center where students can gain practical experience and training for green-energy jobs. During Lensink’s tenure, the college successfully secured several grants to advance its sustainable energy efforts, expanding solar and geothermal power opportunities on campus, and attracting national attention from public officials and higher education leaders. A dedication ceremony will be held at the lawn area of the current Net Zero Energy Building, Friday, Sept. 28, at noon. In the 20 years of service to Lake Land, Lensink is fondly thought of by many for his compassionate personality and constant dedication to Lake Land students and staff. He began his career at the college as a business instructor and head coach for the Laker women’s basketball team. He went on to hold several leadership positions including business division chair and vice president for academic services before successfully rising through the ranks to become the college’s sixth president from 2007 until his retirement in 2013. Lake Land College, under Lensink’s guidance, received numerous state and national recognitions such as the esteemed designation by the Aspen Institute to be among the top 10 percent of community colleges in the nation and recognition by SafeCampusUSA as the safest campus in Illinois. When Lensink was posthumously honored with the College’s Distinguished Service Award in 2017, nominator Dave Cox, director of alumni relations and annual giving said, “Scott will forever be remembered at Lake Land College for the impact of his professional career; but just as importantly, he will be remembered by employees and students as a jovial, caring, larger-than-life personality, who inspired us to make an impact at Lake Land College.” Beyond his outstanding service at Lake Land, Lensink received praise in his educational skills wherever he went, and received the Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers Award, American Marketing Association Faculty Appreciation Award, Eastern Illinois University Management/Marketing Department Teacher of the Year Award and the Outstanding Young Men of America Award. Lensink also served as a member of the Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Systems Health Center Board of Directors, the Coles County Historical Society Depot Restoration committee and Mattoon Foundation Board. Most of all, Lensink cherished time spent with wife Michele and sons Zachary and Alexander.
Lake Land College Honors Nurses in Pinning Ceremony Posted on At the 2018 Lake Land College Licensed Practical Nursing Pinning Ceremony held in July, graduating nurses received their pins. Rachel Gratz, Sigel, received the Marilyn Fuqua Thompson Nursing Award, which is given each year to a graduating student who is considered to be the all-around best student in the class and is voted on by faculty. The student must be professionally superior and morally responsible, be capable of making wise decisions, be compassionate and caring, be dedicated and possess common sense and a strong scientific knowledge base, demonstrate superior technical skills, possess superior communication skills and composure, often in crises situations. Gratz’s name will be engraved on a plaque that is located in the nursing skills lab in Neal Hall. Julie Rose, Mattoon, and Lori Magnussen, Oconee, received the Licensed Practical Nursing Peer Award. These students are chosen because of their clinical and scholastic performance, willingness to help other students, professionalism, maturity and spirit. The award is characterized by a true team player, who also is considered a leader. The recipients of this award were chosen by fellow nursing students. Faith Miller, Effingham, received the award for Clinical Excellence and Emily Galbreath, Charleston, received the award for Client Advocate. For serving as a positive representative of the LPN program student liaisons, Gratz and Misty Snyder, Effingham, received certificates of recognition. The following students received their pins at the ceremony: Mattoon/ Lake Land Campus: Cherilyn Carlson Mattoon Hannah Diener Arthur Shalana Elder Mattoon Taylor Fray Pana Ashley Funnema Charleston Emily Galbreath Charleston Chelsie Gast Charleston Madison Gates Paris Tiffani Golden Sullivan Jonathan Johnson Mattoon Clarissa Mouley Mattoon Jennifer Penberthy Sullivan Lashawnda Poree Chicago Heights Alicia Pritchard Urbana Darla Redman Paris Julie Rose Mattoon Andrea Spears Charleston Paige Tippit Findlay LesLee Watkins Arcola Effingham/ Kluthe Center: Teresa Allsop Shelbyville Megan Bush Neoga Madison Dane Casey Micah Dickens Sullivan Rachel Gratz Sigel Kelly Harmon Montrose Tashi Kuti Mattoon Lori Magnussen Oconee Whitney Matthews Pana Alyssa Maxey Martinsville Josie McMahon Neoga Faith Miller Effingham Barbara Phillips Shumway Misty Snyder Effingham Melinda Strawn Mattoon Collin Wallace Effingham Edith Warcup Pana
Lake Land College Board of Trustee election petitions available Posted on Persons who wish to file for a seat on the Board of Trustees of Lake Land College, Community College District No. 517, may pick up nominating petitions at the office of Jean Anne Grunloh, senior executive to the president, at Lake Land College on or after Sept. 18. Petitions are available from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday when the college is open. Grunloh’s office is located in the Board and Administration Center at the main campus in Mattoon. Completed petition packets will be accepted on behalf of Board Secretary Ms. Ann Deters in the same office from 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Dec. 10 through Dec. 17, 2018. Two six-year terms and one four-year vacancy will appear on the Lake Land College ballot. The two six year terms are held by Mr. Bruce Owen, Dieterich, and Mr. Dave Storm, Effingham. Ms. Meg Yargus Steward, Marshall, was appointed in October 2017 to fill the vacancy created by Dr. Robert Luther’s resignation. Her appointment to the vacancy was to serve on the Board until the next regular election in April 2019 when a successor will be elected to serve the remainder of the unexpired term that goes through 2023. Persons elected on April 2, 2019, will begin their terms of office by April 30, 2019. To run in the election, interested persons must: Hold U.S. citizenship; Be 18 years of age or older; Be a resident of the state of Illinois for one year immediately preceding the election; Be a resident of Community College District No. 517 for one year immediately preceding the election and; Be a registered voter. Nominating petitions require the signatures of at least 50 registered voters and should be filed with the office of the senior executive to the president. The candidate may file in person, by mail or by a representative. Each board candidate must also submit a statement of candidacy and a receipt indicating he or she has filed a statement of economic interest with the county clerk of the county in which the principal office of the unit of local government with which the person is associated is located. The period for filing objections to nomination papers will be from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the same office during the following five business days: Tuesday, December 18, 2018; Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2018; Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018; Friday, Dec. 21, 2018; and Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. For more information, contact Grunloh at 217-234-5329.
LAKE LAND COLLEGE CONTINUES TO BE THE FIRST CHOICE AMONG HIGH SCHOOL GRADS Posted on September 10, 2018 The 2018 Fall 10th Day Enrollment Report shows Lake Land College continues to be the first choice among district high school seniors. For 17 years, the college has attracted more than 30 percent of all area high school graduates. This fall, 34 percent of the Class of 2018 is enrolled at Lake Land College. “This is a remarkable achievement considering all the enrollment challenges we have seen throughout the state. During these years, Lake Land College has continued to focus on our students by providing a personalized educational experience that leads to success in the workforce or upon transfer. We are proud to be the college of choice for high school graduates in our area,” Lake Land College President Josh Bullock said. The enrollment report also indicates Workforce Ready programs are seeing upward growth for the second year in a row. New programs and enhancements in response to workforce needs are paving the way for the increase. Throughout the district, many schools have nearly 40 percent of the graduating class attending Lake Land, with some schools nearing 70 percent. The schools with the highest percentage enrolled are Neoga Junior Senior High, Stewardson-Strasburg High School, Sullivan High School and Kansas High School. The schools with the largest number of graduates enrolled are Mattoon, Charleston, Effingham and Sullivan. In total, 625 in-district graduates are enrolled this fall. When looking at all new high school graduates, the number grows to 758. “We are pleased that every high school in our district has 2018 graduates enrolled with us this fall,” Vice President for Student Services Tina Stovall said. Data from the National Student Clearinghouse indicates in-district graduates have chosen Lake Land College over any other college by a 10 to 1 ratio each of the past three years and we anticipate that 2018 will be no exception, said Stovall who presented the enrollment report to the Lake Land College Board of Trustees at the Sept. 10 meeting. “Of those in-district graduates attending college, more than 600 were enrolled at Lake Land. In comparison, the second and third colleges on the list each had closer to 60 students enrolled from each graduating class,” she added. Overall, there are 4,582 students enrolled in Lake Land College classes this fall semester. Despite consistent enrollment of high school graduates, fall enrollment shows an overall 7.7 percent drop in headcount and a 4.9 percent drop in credit hours or full time equivalency (FTE), compared to last fall, according to the 10th day report. Much of the decline comes in the area of non-degree enrollment which includes students taking individual courses but not pursuing a degree or certificate. Two main factors influencing enrollment are the size of the high school graduating class and increased opportunities for employment in our area. This year’s high school graduating class of 1,826 was the second smallest in the college’s history. Over time, the college has seen a direct correlation between unemployment rates and college enrollment, particularly with adult students, Stovall said. With today’s unemployment rate less than 4 percent, the adult student enrollment at the start of fall semester has dropped by nearly 40 percent over the past five years. “A low rate of unemployment is good for our community and allows our alumni to be gainfully employed, families to contribute to their communities and businesses to thrive. With more of our community, particularly adults, employed there are fewer students seeking a college education. Lake Land College stands ready with opportunities to help them to advance in their careers with specific courses or new programs,” Bullock said. During the past few years, Lake Land College has introduced several new programs and strengthened many others in response to the needs of local employers. These efforts have paid off in the Workforce Ready side of the college which is seeing its second year of enrollment growth. Workforce Ready programs provide workforce credentials through associate degree and certificate programs that prepare students for immediate employment upon graduation. Recent examples of these new programs include Medical Assistant, IT-LaunchCode and LSC Communications Fast Track. All of these programs were developed in response to a need identified in the local business community. “Our student population at Lake Land is unique to the communities we serve. Our goal is to provide the education and training to meet those unique needs, Stovall said. “With new initiatives throughout the state addressing the migration of students outside of Illinois when seeking higher education opportunities, Lake Land College is proud to be the first choice of our district high graduates and our business partners seeking training programs for their workforce,” Bullock said. The 10th day enrollment report is a standard report among the higher education community that captures opening enrollment data each semester. -30-
Prospective Students Invited to Laker Visit Day Posted on September 7, 2018 Prospective Lake Land College students and parents are invited to learn more about the college at one of the two upcoming open houses. Laker Visit Days are scheduled for Oct. 12 and Dec. 7. Beginning at 9 a.m. in the Luther Student Center Lobby and running until noon, Laker Visit Day provides an opportunity for students to tour campus, sit in on a class, meet current students and talk with faculty. Parents and guardians are welcome to attend and learn more about the college during a parent session. Representatives from Admissions and Records, Financial Aid, Counseling Services, Career Services and Student Life will provide information and answer questions. The event includes campus tours and informational sessions by current Lake Land College Student Ambassadors and college staff. Participants will also meet with faculty members in their academic area of interest to learn about the more than 150 majors at Lake Land. “Laker Visit Day is a great way for prospective students and parents to talk to faculty and staff about academic options and majors, to talk to current students about student life and to learn about financial aid options and opportunities,” Olivia Mintun, admissions representative, said. Guests should be prepared to walk the beautiful campus. To get to the Student Center take Entrance 1, turn right after the curve and park in Lot B. Then, walk towards the Bookstore as far South as possible. In case of inclement weather on the day of the event, please check the college’s homepage for closures at lakelandcollege.edu. For more information, or to reserve a space for Laker Visit Day, register online at lakelandcollege.edu/visit or call 217-234-5377.
WALLETHUB: LAKE LAND COLLEGE 4TH BEST COMMUNITY COLLEGE IN ILLINOIS Posted on September 6, 2018 Lake Land College has been ranked the fourth best community college in the state of Illinois according to a recent independent study by the financial website WalletHub. The study examined 17 key factors, ranging from cost and finances to educational and career outcomes. The ranking, published August 20, 2018, compares 715 community colleges from across the country, and 40 community colleges in Illinois. Lake Land College also ranks 20th nationally in the same study for educational outcomes. Metrics used when comparing educational outcomes include first-year retention rate, graduation rate, transfer-out rate, credentials (degrees and certificates) awarded per 100 full-time equivalency students, share of full-time faculty, and student-faculty ratio. Lake Land College President Josh Bullock said Lake Land College’s standard of excellence is reflected in the college’s ranking. “The findings demonstrate the commitment of our board, faculty and staff to offer a quality academic environment that provides a local pathway for students to reach their career goals and seek gainful employment,” Bullock said. “We offer this opportunity to students at a price point that allows them to begin a future on solid financial footing. We are pleased to receive this endorsement from WalletHub, an organization that promotes financial literacy.” At about $4,000 per year, Lake Land College’s tuition and fees are among the lowest in the state. Students who begin a bachelor’s degree at Lake Land College will save about $40,000 in room and board, tuition and fees compared to a state university. Plus, students do not have to pay for books with the college’s textbook rental program. These savings significantly reduce the potential for crippling student loan debt upon graduation. Students who complete a Workforce Ready program gain valuable hands-on training and workforce connections that open doors for employment upon graduation. This affordability and academic quality are the top reasons students choose to begin their educational journey at Lake Land College, according to the Spring 2018 Novel Levitz Student Satisfaction Inventory Survey. The same study indicated Lake Land College was the first choice of more than 80 percent of its students. Throughout the district, high school graduates also put Lake Land College at the top. Of those students attending college, students choose Lake Land over other higher education options by a margin of 10:1. According to WalletHub, the information and data included in the ranking was gathered from the National Center for Educational Statistics, US News, U.S. Department of Education, Council for Community & Economic Research, and College Measures. To view the WalletHub ranking, visit wallethub.com. Visit lakelandcollege.edu for more information on how to get started at Lake Land College.