College Day Information

About the Kluthe Center

Effingham and the surrounding communities are fortunate to have access to the Lake Land College Kluthe Center, a community college extension center in Effingham County. The Kluthe Center, which opened the fall of 1995, is one of the largest extension centers in the state. Potentially, many of your parents and grandparents played a part in the process to fund this facility for higher education for the citizens of the southwestern part of Lake Land College District. The Kluthe Center offers most courses needed for General Education transfer programs and houses the Physical Therapist Assistant and Massage Therapy programs. Other programs include Certified Nurse Assistant, Practical Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing, and cohort programs for Criminal Justice and Business Administration. Classes for the cohort programs are offered at the Kluthe Center.

As high school juniors and soon to be seniors, you may have already taken, or soon will experience taking a Lake Land College (LLC) dual credit class through your high school. Taking a Lake Land dual credit class allows you to take a college level class and receive college credit for the class, while also using the credits to satisfy high school graduation requirements. While some of you have already been a Lake Land student, we now invite you to visit your local Lake Land College Effingham facility and become acquainted with other college faculty and staff.

About Lake Land College Day at the Kluthe Center

All high school juniors from your school are invited to attend a special event at the Lake Land College Kluthe Center for Higher Education and Technology in March. During the event you will be able to receive information about programs offered at Lake Land College and the Kluthe Center, dual credit classes, transitioning to college, possible careers, plus many more choices! We will answer your questions about the entire college process.

On the day of the event, Lake Land College staff will either greet students at their high schools to distribute student schedules or you will pick up your schedules when you arrive at the Kluthe Center. After you arrive at the Kluthe Center you will attend two standard sessions and three or more student choice sessions. The standard sessions will give you valuable information about the entire college enrollment process, no matter which college you choose.

Standard Sessions

Paying for College: Do you know what it costs to attend college? Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it? Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.

The Enrollment Process: So you are almost ready for college! How do you get started? What’s the first step? Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.

Student Choice Sessions

There will be around 30 student choice sessions to choose from, so please read the descriptions carefully and choose the sessions that interest you the most. Sessions will vary from careers in Criminal Justice, Agriculture or Health Fields to discussions with a student panel or what happens in the day of a college athlete. Please note that several sessions are offered multiple times. You will be able to add and delete sessions until you get the schedule you desire.

You will register for the sessions online at the instruction of your guidance counselor.

Additional Features of the Day

All students attending will be eligible to win prizes!
Over 40 Lake Land College faculty, staff and students are hosting the event and would love to answer your questions!
Students who are considering completing a degree at Lake Land College and then transferring will have the opportunity to speak to transfer coordinators from Eastern Illinois University-Charleston, University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale, and Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville. Please register for the “Transfer” session to do this.

As you begin to ponder your future, this is just one step that will help answer questions and open your mind to many career choices and opportunities you may not have been aware of.

We are looking forward to your visit!

Jerry Tkachuk, Director of the Kluthe Center
Jennifer Hedges, Director of Financial Aid and Veteran Services
Emily Hartke, Chair of Counseling and Judicial Affairs Advisement
Lisa Shumard-Shelton, Director of Student Life
Rachel Ervin, Admissions Representative
Holly Olson, Admissions Representative
Peighton Hinote, Coordinator for Strategic Student Communication & Initiatives
Angela Parr, Kluthe Center Administrative Assistant

Description of Student Choice Sessions

Please note, several sessions will be offered multiple times.

Session Title	Session Description
An Awesome Career in Dental Hygiene	Learn about the Dental Hygiene program offered at Lake Land College.
Careers in the mental health helping industry	Attend this session to begin your understanding of the difference between clinical psychology, clinical or school counseling and social work
Construction Technology	This session will focus on careers in Building Construction, CAD, Residential Wiring, and Civil Engineering Technology.
Growing Success. Consider a career in Agriculture	Learn about the amazing career opportunities that await you in Agriculture as well as the related fields that now employ 24% of the Illinois workforce.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Physical Therapist Assistant/Massage Therapy	This session will provide an overview of the responsibilities of PTAs and MTs, an overview of the requirements needed to enter these programs and identify classes that would be beneficial to take prior to attending Lake Land.   We will also discuss salaries and the excellent job opportunities that are available.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what univeristies have to offer after attending Lake Land	Speak with Chair of Counseling services, Heather Nohren about transferring. Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
Radio, Television and Your Phone. The future of communication is now!	Find out how Radio-TV Broadcasting is available at your fingertips! We’ll show you opportunities to stream live audio and recorded audio and video during this session and explain how you can gain valuable experience through Lake Land College Broadcast Communication courses.
Research like a college student using Lake Land library databases	Are you a dual credit student? Or planning to be next year? Take full advantage of that Lake Land login and learn how the college library’s databases can help you in ALL your high school classes and improve your SAT and ACT scores
Student Life in college! How to be involved!	Attend this session to chat with current Lake Land students who are involved in Student Life activities, the campus newspaper, Student Activity Board, Student Government Association, and Ambassadors.  Get some insight into what it really means to be a student.  Take this opportunity to ask... What is there to do between classes? What is different about high school and college? What can I become involved in while at LLC?
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college! How do you get started? What’s the first step? Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
Welding Careers and my path into the industry	We will discuss what it takes to become a welder, the different types of welders, job conditions, and Industry demands.
What can I do with a Business degree?	Discover the many career options for business majors, learn about transfer opportunities, and find out which classes you should take to meet the requirements for business degrees at LLC (Accounting, Office Professional, Court Reporting, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Medical Coding, and more).
3D CAD Design and Robotics Apprenticeship Programs	Learn about 3D design, 3D printing, Robotics Apprenticeship programs at Lake Land College
Athletics-The day and life of a college athlete	Collegiate athletics requires excellence on and off the court or field. Come talk to a LLC coach about eligibility and what it’s really like to play in college.
Cosmetology=Hair, Makeup, Nails	From haircutting, manicures, facials, waxing and applying chemicals, such as haircolor and perms, we will discuss what to expect in this demanding, but rewarding career field. We will also inform students on requirements and preparation for the Illinois State Board exam, what to expect when owning a small service business and suggest extra classes that will help obtain your career goals
Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement - Discover the many related career opportunities available	Learn about the education,hiring process and career opportunities of the criminal justice field.
Early Childhood Education Programs, Child and Family Services, Paraprofessional, and/or Nanny care	You will learn that the job outlook is incredible for this field of study and Lake Land College prepares you to graduate with an associate degree and at Level 4 Gateways Credentialed, because we are an entitled institution. Make a difference in the lives of children in a career that is phenomenal.
Growing Success. Consider a career in Agriculture	Learn about the amazing career opportunities that await you in Agriculture as well as the related fields that now employ 24% of the Illinois workforce
Medical coding and Health Information	Explore the many opportunities available in the field of health information. Does healthcare interest you but you are not a “hands-on, patient care” type of person? Health information combines business and healthcare for a rewarding career in the ever changing world of healthcare. We will also discuss medical coding and solve a few cases together in this interactive discussion
Nursing programs at LLC	The nursing programs at Lake Land College are special admission and very competitive. This session will highlight ways to increase your chances of being accepted, the application process, and what coursework in high school will prepare you for the program. Starting salaries and nursing employment opportunities will also be discussed
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Physical Therapist Assistant/Massage Therapy	This session will provide an overview of the responsibilities of PTAs and MTs, an overview of the requirements needed to enter these programs and identify classes that would be beneficial to take prior to attending Lake Land.   We will also discuss salaries and the excellent job opportunities that are available.
Psychology All Around You	Attend this session to learn about courses, recommended years of education and various career options within Psychology, Sociology and Social Work.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what universitieshave to offer after attending Lake Land	Speak with Chair of Counseling Heather Nohren and transfer coordinators from Eastern Illinois University, to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
What can I do with a Business degree?	Discover the many career options for business majors, learn about transfer opportunities, and find out which classes you should take to meet the requirements for business degrees at LLC (Accounting, Office Professional, Court Reporting, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Medical Coding, and more).
Become a Service Technician in the John Deere Tech program	John Deere is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of farm equipment. In this program you will earn a salary while learning through on-the-job training at a participating dealership.  Students also have the opportunity to move directly into employment after completion of the program.
Cosmetology - Join us for an overview of typical day in the hair salon	From haircutting, manicures, facials, waxing and applying chemicals, such as haircolor and perms, we will discuss what to expect in this demanding, but rewarding career field. We will also inform students on requirements and preparation for the Illinois State Board exam, what to expect when owning a small service business and suggest extra classes that will help obtain your career goals.
Cosmetology-Hair, makeup, nails	From haircutting, manicures, facials, waxing and applying chemicals, such as haircolor and perms, we will discuss what to expect in this demanding, but rewarding career field. We will also inform students on requirements and preparation for the Illinois State Board exam, what to expect when owning a small service business and suggest extra classes that will help obtain your career goals.
Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement - Discover the many related career opportunities available	Learn about the education, hiring process and career opportunities of the criminal justice field.
Get the most out of college through Honors and Dual Credit courses	Lake Land College offers multiple opportunities for you to earn college credit while still in high school, many of them can save you time and money. Additionally, once in college, maximize your experience with the Honors Experience! Attend this presentation to learn about the qualifications, how to enroll, and what will be expected of you.
Human Services	Interested in a professional, community-based health career? Learn about the various career opportunities in public health and how to start this path at Lake Land College!
Learn about Internships and Apprenticeships	Looking to build your career and education at the same time? Bonnie Moore, Director to the Center for Business & Industry at Lake Land College, will introduce students to the “earn and learn” model of apprenticeships and internships. Students will learn the difference between internships and apprenticeships, which business partners are currently offering apprenticeship opportunities, and how students can work with Lake Land College and industry partners to secure an internship or apprenticeship for themselves.
Mechanical Electrical Technology and Robotics	Learn about Tech 2 Day and apprenticeship programs geared for the manufacturing industry in this session.
Medical coding and Health Information	Explore the many opportunities available in the field of health information. Does healthcare interest you but you are not a “hands-on, patient care” type of person? Health information combines business and healthcare for a rewarding career in the ever changing world of healthcare. We will also discuss medical coding and solve a few cases together in this interactive discussion
Nursing Programs at LLC	The nursing programs at Lake Land College are special admission and very competitive.  This session will highlight ways to increase your chances of being accepted, the application process, and what coursework in high school will prepare you for the program.  Starting salaries and nursing employment opportunities will also be discussed.
Physical Therapist Assistant/Massage Therapy	This session will provide an overview of the responsibilities of PTAs and MTs, an overview of the requirements needed to enter these programs and identify classes that would be beneficial to take prior to attending Lake Land.   We will also discuss salaries and the excellent job opportunities that are available.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what EIU has to offer after attending Lake Land	Speak with an Chair of Counseling, Heather Nohren about transferring. A representative from Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what these universities have to offer	Speak with Heather Nohren about Transferring. Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
Research like a college student using Lake Land library databases	Are you a dual credit student? Or planning to be next year? Take full advantage of that Lake Land login and learn how the college library’s databases can help you in ALL your high school classes and improve your SAT and ACT scores
Technology Programs including Mechanical Electrical and Electronics	Learn about Mechanical Electrical Technology and Electronics programs in this session.
Cosmetology-Join us for an overview of a typical day in the hair salon	From haircutting, manicures, facials, waxing and applying chemicals, such as haircolor and perms, we will discuss what to expect in this demanding, but rewarding career field. We will also inform students on requirements and preparation for the Illinois State Board exam, what to expect when owning a small service business and suggest extra classes that will help obtain your career goals.
Get the most out of college through Honors and Dual Credit courses!	Lake Land College offers multiple opportunities for you to earn college credit while still in high school, many of them can save you time and money. Additionally, once in college, maximize your experience with the Honors Experience! Attend this presentation to learn about the qualifications, how to enroll, and what will be expected of you.
Healthcare careers you can COMPLETE at Lake Land	Learn about healthcare careers that can be completed at Lake Land in two years or less.  Receive information about Dental Hygiene, Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Services and Certified Nurse Assistant.
Mechanical Electrical Technology and Robotics	Learn about Tech 2 Day and apprenticeship programs geared for the manufacturing industry in this session
Nursing programs at LLC	The nursing programs at Lake Land College are special admission and very competitive.  This session will highlight ways to increase your chances of being accepted, the application process, and what coursework in high school will prepare you for the program.  Starting salaries and nursing employment opportunities will also be discussed.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college? Have you thought about how you're going to pay for it? Our financial experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Physical Therapist Assistant/Massage Therapy	This session will provide an overview of the responsibilities of PTAs and MTs, an overview of the requirements needed to enter these programs and identify classes that would be beneficial to take prior to attending Lake Land. We will also discuss salaries and the excellent job opportunities that are available.
Public Health Careers	Discussing the important roles of public health professionals
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what these universities have to offer.	Speak with Heather Nohren about transferring. Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
3D CAD Design and Robotics Apprenticeship Programs	Learn about 3D design, 3D printing, Robotics Apprenticeship programs at Lake Land College.
An Awesome Career in Dental Hygiene	Learn about Dental Hygiene program offered at Lake Land College.
Careers in the mental health helping industry	Attend this session to begin your understanding of the difference between clinical psychology, clinical or school counseling and social work
Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement-Discover the many related career opportunities available	Learn about the education, hiring process and career opportunities of the criminal justice field.
Early Childhood Eduation	You will learn that the job outlook is incredible for this field of study and Lake Land College prepares you to graduate with an associate degree and at Level 4 Gateways Credentialed, because we are an entitled institution. Make a difference in the lives of children in a career that is phenomenal.
Exercise Science & Physical Education Careers	Are you an active person? Do you see yourself working in the fitness industry or physical education field? Come learn about this career path at Lake Land College
Growing Success: Consider a Career in Agriculture	Learn about the amazing career opportunities that await you in Agriculture as well as the related fields that now employ 24% of the Illinois workforce
Medical coding and Health Information	Explore the many opportunities available in the field of health information. Does healthcare interest you but you are not a “hands-on, patient care” type of person? Health information combines business and healthcare for a rewarding career in the ever changing world of healthcare. We will also discuss medical coding and solve a few cases together in this interactive discussion
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Paying for College	Do you know what it costs to attend college?  Have you thought about how you’re going to pay for it?  Our financial aid experts will discuss current programs and resources available to assist you and your family with paying for college and how to apply for them.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what universities to offer after attending Lake Land	Speak with an Academic Counselor about transferring. Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
Student Life in college! How to be involved!	Attend this session to chat with current Lake Land students who are involved in Student Life activities, the campus newspaper, Student Activity Board, Student Government Association, and Ambassadors.  Get some insight into what it really means to be a college student.  Take this chance to ask... What is there to do between classes? What is different about high school and college? What can I become involved in while at LLC?
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
The Enrollment Process	So you are almost ready for college!  How do you get started?  What’s the first step?  Learn about the process for applying to Lake Land or any other college or university.
What can I do with a Business degree?	Discover the many career options for business majors, learn about transfer opportunities, and find out which classes you should take to meet the requirements for business degrees at LLC (Accounting, Office Professional, Court Reporting, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Medical Coding, and more).
Become a Service Technician in the John Deere Tech program	John Deere is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of farm equipment. In this program you will earn a salary while learning through on-the-job training at a participating dealership.  Students also have the opportunity to move directly into employment after completion of the program.
Broadcast Communication and Your Phone. The future of communication is now!	Find out how Radio-TV Broadcasting is available at your fingertips! We’ll show you opportunities to stream live audio and recorded audio and video during this session and explain how you can gain valuable experience through Lake Land College Broadcast Communication courses.
Construction Technology	This session will focus on careers in Building Construction, CAD, Residential Wiring, and Civil Engineering Technology.
Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement-Discover the many related career opportunities available	Learn about the education, hiring process and career opportunities of the criminal justice field.
Early Childhood Education, Child and Family Services, Paraprofessional and/or Nanny Care	You will learn that the job outlook is incredible for this field of study and Lake Land College prepares you to graduate with an associate degree and at Level 4 Gateways Credentialed, because we are an entitled institution. Make a difference in the lives of children in a career that is phenomenal.
Medical coding and Health information	Explore the many opportunities available in the field of health information. Does healthcare interest you but you are not a “hands-on, patient care” type of person? Health information combines business and healthcare for a rewarding career in the ever changing world of healthcare. We will also discuss medical coding and solve a few cases together in this interactive discussion
Psychology all around you	This session is targeted for those interested in psychology as a major, or as coursework, beyond the realm of therapy. Learn how psychology is all around you and relevant to everyone every day.
Pursuing a Bachelor Degree? Learn what universities have to offer after attending Lake Land	Speak with Heather Nohren, Chair of Counseling about transferring. Eastern Illinois University, will be here to discuss the reasons you should pursue that four-year degree and how taking classes at LLC can get you there.
Student Life in college! How to be involved!	Attend this session to chat with current Lake Land students who are involved in Student Life activities, the campus newspaper, Student Activity Board, Student Government Association, and Ambassadors.  Get some insight into what it really means to be a college student.  Take this opportunity to ask... What is there to do between classes? What is different about high school and college? What can I become involved in while at LLC?
Welding Careers and my path into the industry	We will discuss what it takes to become a welder, the different types of welders, job conditions, and Industry demands.
What can I do with a Business degree?	Discover the many career options for business majors, learn about transfer opportunities, and find out which classes you should take to meet the requirements for business degrees at LLC (Accounting, Office Professional, Court Reporting, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Medical Coding, and more).