Welcome! We are excited to meet you! Through our virtual and on-campus tours, events, and one-on-one meetings, you can learn more about becoming a Laker, discover the many academic areas of study and experiences we provide and connect with an admissions representative who will help answer all of your questions.
Take a Virtual Tour
Campus tours and visits are available to be scheduled on the following dates and times:
Please schedule your visit at least 3 days in advance to ensure availability of the times/dates you wishing to attend. If you are feeling ill leading up to your appointment, we kindly ask you reschedule your appointment.
To schedule a group tour, please email admissions@lakelandcollege.edu and an Admissions Representative will reach out to you within the next business day.
Discover all that Lake Land College has to offer at Laker Visit Day! At this event, prospective students will get to tour campus with a student ambassador, meet with faculty to discuss their program interests, and learn about the various resources available at Lake Land College. Parents and guardians are also welcome to attend, as a session will be offered for them, too! Laker Visit Day takes place from 9 a.m. – noon, with check-in from 8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m. in the Luther Student Center lobby.
For questions regarding Laker Visit Day, please contact Peighton Hinote, Coordinator of Student Communication & Initiatives, at 217-234-5230 or by email at phinote@lakelandcollege.edu.
Check back for more program-specific events!
You have an admissions representative just for you at Lake Land College! They would love to hear from you and answer all of your Lake Land and college-bound questions.
Laura DeOrnellas Enrollment Specialist 217-234-5053 ldornellas@lakelandcollege.edu
“Hi! I’m Laura DeOrnellas. I work in Recruitment and Enrollment Management, with a focus on Career and Technical programs (CTE). I am a proud alumni of Lake Land College, where I earned a degree in Ag Production and Management. I then went on to earn a Marketing degree from Eastern Illinois University and a master’s degree in Career and Technical Information at Ball State. With my education and experience, I will work to help your student become a Laker– I look forward to working together!”
Pamela Hartke Associate Dean of Recruitment & Enrollment 217-238-2705 phartke@lakelandcollege.edu
“Hi, I’m Pam Hartke, and I serve as the Associate Dean of Recruitment and Enrollment Management. My journey with Lake Land began years ago when I was a student here, earning my associate degree while working part-time in the admissions office. After transferring to Eastern Illinois University, I completed a bachelor’s degree in Marketing and later earned a Master’s in College Student Affairs in 2005.
I’ve spent more than 16 years working full-time in higher education, both at community colleges and four-year universities. I’m passionate about helping students find their way to Lake Land and committed to helping them succeed when they are here and beyond.”