Prospective students invited to Laker Visit Day Posted on June 6, 2018 Visit Lake Land College and find out all the college offers at Laker Visit Day. The event will be held Thursday, June 21 in the Luther Student Center starting at 9 a.m. and will run until noon. The event is for potential students who are interested in learning more about Lake Land College. Parents/guardians and spouses are welcome to come along and attend the Parent and Spouse Session. Representatives from Admissions & Records, Financial Aid & Veteran Services, Counseling Services, Career Services and Student Life will provide information and answer questions. The event includes campus tours and informational sessions by Lake Land College Student Ambassadors. Participants will also meet with faculty members in their academic area of interest to learn more about program offerings 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 programs of study, to talk to current students about student life and to learn about financial aid options and opportunities,” said Olivia Mintun, admissions representative. Register online at lakelandcollege.edu/visit or call 217-234-5254.
Lake Land College faculty participate in Laker Innovation Camp Posted on June 5, 2018 Lake Land College faculty participated in a four-day workshop focusing on accessibility and innovation in the classroom. Pictured from left to right are: Tina Moore, director of career services; Sarah Hill, information services librarian; Tanille Ulm, early childhood education instructor; Sue Nugent, CTPD support technician; Katie Lotz, economics instructor; David Seiler, history instructor; Nicole Zeller, nursing instructor; Lisa Earp, business instructor/ office professionals program coordinator; Andrea Bright, academic counselor; Josh Fulk, civil engineering technology instructor/coordinator; Brian Lynch, economics instructor; Matt Greider, history instructor; Brenda Hunzinger, biological science instructor; Ryan Wildman, agriculture business instructor. In early May, 14 Lake Land College full-time faculty members attended workshops focusing on innovation in the classroom. Faculty members applied to take part in the camp and funding was provided by Lake Land’s Innovation Committee. Information Services Librarian Sarah Hill developed the idea to host the camp after attending similar workshops. The Innovation Camp focused on innovation and improving pedagogy and brought together faculty members who often do not have the opportunity to interact with one another. The four-day professional development activity included sessions on finding an d evaluating open educational resources, copyright, intellectual property, best practices in Canvas course design, creating videos, accessibility and web 2.0 tools to use in the classroom. Faculty were especially interested in making all their classes accessible to everyone and were exploring new ways to make information engaging and varied. New databases, Padlet, Quizlet, webcams and video were some of the engaging resources that the faculty were excited to implement into their teaching. “I’m going to enjoy using these new innovative means of technology,” said Nursing Instructor Nicole Zeller. “Making the classroom user friendly is important to all of us.” For more information about Lake Land College, visit lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College Adult Education offers free welding classes Posted on June 4, 2018 Lake Land College’s Adult Education is offering free welding classes in Marshall for the fall semester. Orientation will be held the first night of class as follows: Eastern Region Center, 224 S. Sixth St., Marshall – June 18 at 4 p.m. For more information contact Adult Education at 217-238-8292 or email adulteducation@lakelandcollege.edu
Lake Land College Students assist in Habitat for Humanity build Posted on May 31, 2018 Lake Land College Building Construction Technology sophomores from a Basic Carpentry II class gained hands-on training by helping build a Habitat for Humanity house. Lake Land College Building Construction Technology (BCT) students worked on a Charleston home for Coles County Habitat for Humanity this past spring. Zach Whitley, adjunct faculty for the technology division, arranged the partnership because of his ties to the organization. Whitley has served as a project manager for Habitat for Humanity for eight years. “These builds get students out of the classroom and out doing something good for the community. We were happy to have the build times switched to midweek, that way our students could participate,” Whitley said. Lake Land BCT students had a hand in nearly all stages of building. Back in 2017, a BCT student developed blueprints for a class project—that same plan is the one being used for the house in Charleston. Each Habitat for Humanity house has the same layout, with minor design changes depending on the family. Time ran out on the semester before the students were able to finish the build, though they did complete an entire garden shed for the Habitat home. They also constructed the framing for the house, along with some flooring and foundation work. The project is slated for completion around September. Habitat for Humanity Coles County is still looking for volunteers to help complete the Charleston house. For more information about Building Construction Technology, visit lakelandcollege.edu and under the “Academics” drop-down menu, select “High Demand Programs.” For additional information, contact Building Construction Technology Instructor/Coordinator Neal Haarman at 217-234-5421 or nhaarman@lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College holds extended registration today, May 31 Posted on Lake Land College will hold extended registration hours today, Thursday, May 31, in the Luther Student Center on campus in Mattoon. Lake Land College summer classes begin Monday, June 4. Counselors will also be available for walk-in testing until 5 p.m. and for walk-in counseling from noon to 7 p.m. Students can contact Counseling Services at 217-234-5232 or counsel@lakelandcollge.edu for additional information regarding the enrollment process or to schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor. Lake Land College courses are offered throughout east central Illinois at convenient times and locations for you! Take a class online, in your community or on campus in Mattoon. For a list of summer classes throughout the Lake Land College district, look for the “View Schedules” button at lakelandcollege.edu. For a map of Lake Land College, visit lakelandcollege.edu/campus-maps/. To stay up-to-date with activities, deadlines and information, be sure to “like” the Lake Land College Facebook page at: facebook.com/lakelandcollege.
Lake Land College President Commencement Editorial Posted on May 30, 2018 Former Lake Land College Board of Trustees members joined in the celebration of the college’s 50th anniversary commencement. Pictured left to right are: Lake Land College President Josh Bullock with former trustees Gary Kuhns, Kent Metzger, Dr. Leland McNeil, Henry Merz, Carl Hart, Bob Johnston and Len Defend. On May 11, 2018, Lake Land College celebrated its 50th spring commencement. In those five decades, more than 56,500 students have graduated from Lake Land College and moved on to brighter futures. To put the college’s impact into perspective, one in four people living in the East Central Illinois Lake Land district is a Laker Alumnus. Our graduates are likely your neighbors, your community leaders and your trusted nurses, teachers and service technicians. During this year’s celebration, we were fortunate to welcome back several Lake Land College Board of Trustees members who served throughout our history. Len Defend, Henry Merz, Carl Hart, Gary Kuhns and Kent Metzger joined Bob Johnston and Dr. Leland McNeil who served on the very first Lake Land College Board. In those early years, trustees established a unique higher educational opportunity that put the needs of students first. They never imagined Lake Land would grow from a small college holding its first commencement in 1968 at the First Baptist Church in Mattoon to a nationally-recognized college serving 20,000 students per year, celebrating 1,600 graduates each spring and hosting an expansive, beautiful 317-acre campus. The Laker Nation Class of 1968 included many nurses, business majors and technical graduates. The Laker Nation Class of 2018 received degrees and certificates in more than 150 majors. It includes students who entered college immediately upon high school completion, those who returned to college after several years in the workplace and those who enrolled in college to train for a new career. Kimberli Jones graduated from Mattoon High School in 2015 and found herself struggling when she first started college at Lake Land. Through determination and hard work, along with the help of Lake Land’s TRiO Student Support Services program, Kimberli found herself thriving. Not only did she earn her degree but she also received recognition as TRiO Student Support Services Student of the Year. Charles Cox found himself at Lake Land College after his position was eliminated at GE. He hadn’t been in a classroom for 30 years, yet with determination and hard work he achieved his goal. He often slept in his car after working third shift before class and took advantage of tutoring services to help him through math courses. Like many of our graduates, he was hired in a new job before he even graduated. Tina Hooper graduated from high school more than 30 years before she enrolled in college. She first completed a basic nurse assisting course and then went on to pursue an associate degree in Human Services. She discovered her true potential and will transfer to Eastern Illinois University this fall following graduation. Tina, Charles and Kimberli are just a few of the many outstanding graduates who have worked hard to reach their goals. As college leaders we can only imagine the challenges many of our students have overcome and worked through to join us onstage during commencement. We thank all who have been a part of our commencement celebration. As our anniversary festivities come to a close this summer, we look forward to another 50 years of serving you and our communities, and celebrating with our future graduates. Dr. Josh Bullock Lake Land College President
Lake Land College Foundation announces scholarship opportunity Posted on May 29, 2018 The Lake Land College Foundation announced that the Effingham Regional Growth Alliance Technology Scholarship is now available for individuals interested in the LaunchCode program. IT-LaunchCode offers students an opportunity to train for a career in the fast growing field of web application development. In just 20 weeks, students will gain skills in Python, JavaScript, SQL and front-end web development. Those who complete the program will earn a Lake Land College certificate as well as the opportunity to test for eight industry-leading Microsoft certifications. Students who meet the criteria are eligible for the scholarship. The recipient must be a student currently enrolled in the IT-LaunchCode course at Lake Land. The student also needs to be a resident of Effingham County and demonstrate an aptitude for information technology through the completion of the IT-LaunchCode aptitude test. Preference will be given to a displaced worker or an applicant changing careers. Visit lakelandcollege.edu and look for the “Paying for College” drop-down menu, then select “Scholarships.” To enroll in the IT-LaunchCode program visit lakelandcollege.edu/high-demand-programs. Enrollment will be accepted through May 29. For additional information, contact Director of Foundation Operations Paula Rosine at 217-234-5445 or prosine@lakelandcollege.edu.
Lake Land College recognizes students at annual banquet Posted on May 24, 2018 Lake Land College honored outstanding students at the annual Student Recognition Banquet. Pictured left to right, back row: Graeme Stewart, Arthur, Technology Division; Cody Borntreger, Oakland, Humanities and Communications Division; Caleb Abernathy, Neoga, Business Division. Front row, left to right: Megan Winchester, Lerna, Allied Health Division; Amber Tegeler, Paris, Social Sciences and Education Division. Lake Land College recently honored students at the annual Student Recognition Banquet hosted by the Student Government Association. Students were recognized for their academic achievements, elected offices and organizational roles for the academic year. Seven students received the Outstanding Student Award for their academic division. The awards are given to a student from each academic division who has displayed excellence within his/her division as well as contributed to Lake Land College and the community. The Outstanding Award Recipients include: Cody Borntreger, Oakland, Humanities and Communications Division; Amber Tegeler, Paris, Social Sciences and Education Division; Graeme Stewart, Arthur, Technology Division; Maddison Caldwell, Elmwood, Agriculture Division; Jed Boyer, Mattoon, Math and Science Division; Caleb Abernathy, Neoga, Business Division and Megan Winchester, Lerna, Allied Health Division. The criteria of the award include: graduation from a program with 30 or more hours during the 2017-2018 academic year, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, outstanding contributions to the division and outstanding contributions to Lake Land College and the community. The following students were also recognized for their participation in the organizations listed: Student Representative to the Board of Trustees Charles Meaker, Mattoon, 2017-2018 representative 4.0 GPA Caleb J. Abernathy, Neoga Jamiu A. Amusa, Charleston Faron Z. Bartens, Newton Tuesday A. Baumiller, Charleston Savannah N. Birch, Bethany Jessica J. Blazich, Neoga Kelsey S. Bloemker, Effingham Jed Boyer, Mattoon Corey J. Callison, Charleston Nathan Carpenter, Mattoon Krystyn M. Fitch, Brownstown Emily N. Galbreath, Charleston Landon C. Gingerich, Arthur Joshua R. Graves, Effingham Alex J. Grove, Decatur Levi Jones, Effingham Lauren R. Keck, Neoga Dalton Kemper, Teutopolis Timothy D. Kremitzki, Paris Jenna M. Lawson, Paris Logan D. Malcome, Neoga Cole Marxman, Effingham Jenna M. Maulding, Mattoon Adam J. Mayhaus, Edgewood Tracey McCutcheon, Hutsonville Molly J. McElwee, Mattoon Lauren M. Mersman, Effingham Christian Miles, Pana Nicole L. Miller, Findlay Blair K. Monroe, Bethany Kristen B. Morlen, Mattoon Derrick J. Osborn, Tower Hill Jenna L. Parrott, Toledo Cody Parsons, Charleston Kaitlyn M. Pearson, Mattoon Emma Pierce, Flora Olivia Reimer, Shelbyville Alexander L. Rhine, Mattoon Maggie M. Roberts, Hume Walter S. Robison, Toledo Eve Roosevelt, Ellery Brandon Schubert, Jewett Carmen P. Smith, Mattoon Sidney L. Smith, Mattoon Stacey C. Smithenry, Newton Cathy M. Sowa, Valdosta, Ga. Erica Swisher, Newton Luke M. Thomas, Mattoon Lowell S. Townsend, Mattoon Gael M. Tshilombo, Mattoon Mathew Weber, Teutopolis Alyssa R. Weidner, Mattoon Chelsey N. Wilkins, Casey Christina L. Welker, Clay City Student Ambassadors Autumn Brandenburg, Casey Maddison Taylor Caldwell, Mattoon & Elmwood Maddie Fugate, Mattoon Carson Leigh Goff, Mattoon Danelle Helton, Shelbyville Sterling Howard, Windsor Lily Laatsch, Altamont Karla Madden, Mattoon Charles J. Meaker, Mattoon Ashley Miller, Mattoon Tessa Philpot, St. Elmo Sidney Smith, Mattoon Olivia Telgmann, Strasburg Eric Wolff, Effingham Navigator Editor-in-Chief: Derby Roan, Sigel Managing Editor: Zoe Donovan, Windsor Business Manager: Abigail Buenker, Effingham Designer: Lilly Ames, Greenup Multimedia Manager: Catrina Oberfeldt, Dieterich Reporter: Ethan Neal, Windsor Reporter: Will Starwalt, Effingham Archivist/Distributor: Cedric Peoples, Mattoon Student Activity Board Chayli Blackwell, Pana, Chairperson Aubrey Puckett, Pana, Vice Chairperson Bailey Boswell, Pana, Secretary Lauren Merrifield, Pana, Treasurer Nick Esslinger, Strasburg, Co-Marketing Carrie Ann Dilley, Cowden, Co-Marketing Elixa Enriquez, Effingham Ross Lynch, Pana Alyson Houchins, Mattoon Becky (Hsin-Hui) Huank, Mattoon Rayanna Mboma, Mattoon Gael Tshilombo, Mattoon Raissa Tshilombo, Mattoon Russel Tshilombo, Mattoon Student Government Association Brock Hammond, Shelbyville, President Lacie Butler, Mattoon, Vice President Christian Dolan, Mattoon, Secretary Eunice Nzuka, Mattoon, Treasurer Chipman Schmidt, Effingham, Public Info Officer Mazi Walker, Mattoon, Public Info Officer Macy Davidson, Marshall Taylor Davidson, Marshall Cole Keller, Effingham Grace Mauck, Sullivan Charles Meaker, Mattoon Geonel Moluba, Mattoon Tessa Philpot, St. Elmo Emily Stutzman, Arthur Megan Woodruff, Charleston
Lake Land College recognizes new dental hygienists at pinning ceremony Posted on May 23, 2018 Linda Lee Fletcher Scholarship: At left, Kristen Holsapple, dental hygiene instructor, is pictured with Sydney Niemann, Hillsboro. Niemann received the Linda Lee Fletcher Scholarship. Preventive Dentistry Award: At left, Beth Hartrich, dental hygiene instructor, is pictured with Maci Kyger, Attica, Ind. Kyger received the Proctor and Gamble Preventive Dentistry Award for demonstrating the best patient education. Golden Scaler Award: Deborah Thomason, dental hygiene instructor, director of dental hygiene, left, is pictured with Savannah Thomas, Mattoon, right, recipient of the Golden Scaler Award. Best Dental Hygienist and STAR Award: At left, Dr. Margaret Merry-Niebrugge, dental hygiene instructor, is pictured with Larissa Grove, Strasburg. Grove is the recipient of the Best Dental Hygienist Award and the Colgate Student Total Achievement Recognition (STAR) Award. Lake Land College dental hygiene graduates received their pins at the annual pinning ceremony. Several students received scholarships or awards during the ceremony. Sydney Niemann received the Linda Lee Fletcher Scholarship earlier this year. Larissa Grove received the Colgate Student Total Achievement Recognition (STAR) Award, which is offered to a graduating student who shows excellence and commitment to the hygiene profession by demonstrating true dedication to the profession, exhibiting extraordinary compassion in patient care, displaying enthusiasm and follow-through for community service, and demonstrating outstanding patient education and motivation skills. Grove also received the Best Dental Hygienist Award, which was voted on by students in the program. Savannah Thomas received the Golden Scaler Award for demonstrating advanced skills in instrumentation. Maci Kyger received the Proctor and Gamble Preventive Dentistry Award for demonstrating the best patient education. Kyger and Niemann were also inducted into Sigma Phi Alpha Dental Hygiene Society. During the ceremony the following students were honored: Brittani Chamberlain, Terre Haute, Ind.; Alyxis Coon, Oakwood; Mikaela Cox, Dieterich; Jordon Fulford, Pana; Larissa Grove, Strasburg; Kelsey Guyer, Neoga; Alexis Halbrook, Shelbyville; Hannah Hyde, Robinson; Chelsy Julian, Newton; Bridget Kennedy, Terre Haute, Ind.; Katie Kochan, Custer Park; Maci Kyger, Attica, Ind.; Sydney Niemann, Hillsboro; Amanda Price, Auburn; Kelly Schroeder, Charleston; Nicole Sessler, Oakwood Hills; Rachelle Sessler, Lockport; Kelley Stanley, Indianapolis, Ind.; Zoe Stewart, Charleston; Savannah Thomas, Mattoon; and Trista Williams, Shelbyville. Dental Hygiene is a special admission program at Lake Land College. The program prepares students with specialized skills necessary for employment as a dental hygienist. Emphasis is on dental hygiene treatment and on the hygienist’s abilities as a dental health educator. The hygienist’s services are sought by dentists, schools, prisons, hospitals, departments of health and industry. The dental hygiene program is fully accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation.
Lake Land College honors nurses at annual pinning ceremony Posted on May 21, 2018 At the 2018 Lake Land College Associate Degree in Nursing Pinning Ceremony, graduating nurses received their pins. Megan Winchester, Lerna, 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. Winchester’s name will be engraved on a plaque that is located in the nursing skills lab in Neal Hall. Briana Gour, Herrick, and Ryan Johnson, Charleston, received the Associate Degree 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. Aliya Schutte, Neoga, received the award for Clinical Excellence and Bryan Russell, Mattoon, received the award for Client Advocate. For serving as a positive representative of the ADN program student liaisons, Megan Winchester, Lerna, and Sarah Raddatz, Effingham, received Certificates of Recognition. Tuesday Baumiller, Charleston, received the Academic Achievement Certificate for earning a 4.0 GPA throughout the program. The following students received their pins at the ceremony: Name Hometown Alex Aitken Oakland Kylee Blake Effingham Morgan Breer Teutopolis Randy Carpenter Brownstown Paige Conner Altamont Hannah Dallmier Effingham Ana Evans Charleston Ashley Fancher Edgewood Tiffany Gilbert St Elmo Erin Goeckner Effingham Briana Gour Herrick Lauren Heuerman Teutopolis Lauren Horn Effingham Amanda Koester Watson Madason Ledbetter St Elmo Devin Olmstead Neoga Meghann Pruemer Effingham Sarah Raddatz Effingham Julia Roberts Farina Kristi Skelley Shelbyville Karine Tappendorf Altamont Cheyenne Timman Toledo Molly Warfel Dieterich Kylee Whitehurst Newton Jaden Zumbahlen Altamont Kelly Adams Pana Nicole Barnes Mattoon Lacee Beabout Charleston Ashley Butler Mattoon Krista Carver Sullivan Courtney Cole Windsor Abby Coleman-Russell Pana Sarah Curry Mattoon Jami Devall Greenup Kamryn Drake Charleston Macey Goad Arcola Mallori Harshman Neoga Ryan Johnson Charleston Erin Kinsel Charleston Katlyn Lane Dieterich Mychal McAllister Effingham Tiffani McCormick Dennison Brett Poorman Sullivan Evalena Pullen Mattoon Erin Risley Windsor Bryan Russell Mattoon Marissa Showalter Mattoon Garrett Storm Charleston Miranda Upton Westfield Layney Askins Pana Tuesday Baumiller Charleston Mathew Blount Oakland McKenzie Brewer Westfield Amanda Clements Pana Lisa Edwards Pana Angel Hall Ashmore Tayelar Hayes Casey Derek Hayse Arthur Brittany Herring Neoga Emily Lee Westfield Ami Meyer Oakland Rachelle Miller Shelbyville Keshia Newton Shelbyville Amber Potter Neoga Jacqueline Rainey Charleston Amy Rhoades Herrick Jordan Rhodes Pana Aliya Schutte Neoga Peyton Sledge Charleston Grace Upton Neoga Ashley Webb Mattoon Lauren Wellbaum Greenup Megan Winchester Lerna Alison Wood Paris