Student Activity Board Events
Welcome! All Events Are Free and Open To Students!
The Lake Land College student activity period is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
Keep an eye out for the next issue of the Navigator News! They will be on stands around campus soon. Check out the Navigator News website here!
March 2026 Events
Join us for an inspiring session with an award-winning executive leader and international speaker. Whether you want to improve your communication, master management, or find your own path to success, Tim will show you how to unlock your full potential and lead with confidence.
Dr. Kathryn J. Edin, a Princeton Professor and leading expert on rural poverty, will discuss here impactful book, $2.00 a Day: Living on Almost Nothing in America – a topic deeply relevant to our community. Following the presentation, Dr. Edin will host a personal book signing, and the first 100 students receive a FREE copy.
Support your classmates who are running for positions on the Student Government Association by taking part in the elections on the Laker Hub! Show proof of your vote (a screenshot on your phone works) to a Student Life representative and receive a FREE surprise!
The Summer and Fall schedules are out and registration is coming soon! Attend this event to identify your advisor and additional information to ensure you are eligible for registration. Graduates are encouraged to stop by to review completion info! FREE PIZZA for attendees! (while supplies last).
If you plan to graduate and participate in this year’s Commencement, you must apply to graduate in the Laker Hub or in person at Admissions & Records by March 20th to be guaranteed seating in the Field House for your guests!
Call 217-234-5028 for more information.
Commencement is Friday, May 15, at 6 p.m. in the Field House.
Friday, March 6 – the summer and fall schedules are available.
Wednesday, March 25 – summer and fall registration opens!
Between these dates, students who are seeking a degree or certificate at Lake Land College should connect with their academic advisor for clearance to register. Contact information and office hours can be found in the HUB, under Who’s My Advisor. Register early to get the classes you need at the times you want!
Have you completed 29 or more credit hours? Will you be returning to campus in the Fall? We need YOU to be the voice of the student body by joining SGA! Applications will be available on the Laker Hub from February 20 at 8 a.m. to March 20 at 4 p.m.
Invitations for the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) have been sent out to eligible Lake Land College students! NSLS is a nationally accredited honor society open to any LLC student with a GPA of 2.75 or higher. This is an amazing opportunity for our students to grow both personally and professionally.
Don’t miss out! Join us Wednesday, March 18, for a talk and book signing with Princeton Professor Dr. Kathryn J. Edin. We’re giving away 100 free copies of her book, $2.00 a Day.
MARCH
- Women’s History Month
- Holi – March 4, 2026
- Fid al-Fitr – March 19 – March 20, 2026
- Transgender Day of Visibility – March 31
Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or burned out? You don’t have to manage it alone – support is here.
Appointments with the Wellness Center can be made through Navigate at the Mattoon campus and the Effingham Technology Center.
The Laker Food Pantry is available for all students with To-Go Bags available at our off-campus locations.
Students now have access to on demand virtual counseling through TalkCampus.
3 FREE sessions for all students (pre-approved). Additional support options available if needed.