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students and the longest continuous growth trend in the state. Lewis and Clark has achieved maximum institutional and program accreditations. We have also earned such national recognitions as the MetLife Foundation Community College Excellence Award for Innovation and the 2011 U. S. Water Prize.

Today we employ approximately 600 employees and add $248 million in regional income annually, which represents nearly 4 percent of On Oct. 18, 2011 – exactly 48 years the regional economy. from the date of the original All of this is to say that, thanks in dedication of Hatheway Hall – we large part to the vision of Spencer T. were pleased to rededicate what we and Ann Whitney Olin and more appropriately refer to today as hundreds of community minded Hatheway Cultural Center. area citizens like longtime Board We were honored to have in attendance members of the Spencer T. Chairman Robert L. Watson and founding Board Chairmain Paul and Ann Whitney Olin Family, Hanks, we have been advantaged, including our featured speaker Mary Dell Olin Pritzlaff, daughter of Spencer and over the decades their vision has created a legacy of devotion to the T. and Ann Whitney Olin and grandadvancement of this region that daughter of Norah Dell Hatheway – Lewis and Clark proudly champions. for whom the building was originally The Monticello culture and the named. Mrs. Pritzlaff took part in the Lewis and Clark culture have proven original dedication in 1963 – at that to be a powerful winning time speaking on behalf of the combination.

Monticello College Alumnae We strive to continue to remember Association. and celebrate the traditions that laid Spencer T. and Ann Whitney Olin the framework for Lewis and Clark. were tremendous champions for this We hope that you will have a chance region during their lives – and their to visit the Hatheway Cultural children carried out their Center for an upcoming philanthropic work through the performance to see all the Spencer T. and Ann Whitney Olin renovations and improvements that Foundation. have made this classic building state What started as 450 students when of the art.

Lewis and Clark first took over the I should also highlight that in Monticello College campus in 1970 has celebrating the multi-generations of grown to more than 26,000 Olin women who graced the halls of students annually, and we recognize the foundation established by the Olin Monticello College, we also chose to focus on some of Lewis and Clark’s Family many years ago. We still see the impact they have had on Lewis and own multi-generational families who have made Lewis and Clark a family Clark and the region. tradition. You can read all about Now a national and state award them, as well as the latest news from winning standout among Illinois community colleges, we have achieved the college, in the pages that follow.

Sincerely, 16 consecutive years of enrollment growth, a 70 percent increase in credit

From The President

Table of Contents Page 4-5 It’s a Family Tradition...

Page 6 Dual Credit Radio

Pages 7 Fall Event Features and Photos

Page 8-9 Hatheway Rededicated

Page 10 Dental Hygiene

Page 11 Adult Education GED

Page 12-13 All Things “New” at L&C

Page 14-15 Trailblazers

Don’t Wait!

It’s Time to Enroll Register for Spring 2012 classes today – early online enrollment has already begun (Oct. 31). Open registration begins Nov. 7, and will continue through Jan. 16. Classes begin Jan. 17, and some will fill up early, so don’t wait!

L&C By The Numbers

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Number of new full time faculty members this year (Pages 12-13)

32 30 Number of teeth in the human mouth. Discover tips on the best ways to take care of them from our own dental professionals (Page 10)

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Number of high school radio stations established

by L&C’s dual credit program in radio broadcasting (Page 5)

Chances to catch Trailblazers men’s and women’s basketball at home this season (Page 14)

73,500 Square footage of the Hatheway Cultural Center after renovation and expansion (Pages 8-9)

It’s a Family Tradition...

It’s A Family Tradition. .

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Criminal Justice Program coordinator and retired East Alton police chief Darren Carlton, 51, went through L&C’s criminal justice program from 1978-1980. His sister is also a Lewis and Clark alum and his son and daughter have followed in their footsteps.

His daughter, Desiree Naylor, 26, of Bethalto, attended from 2003-2005 for her Associate in Science degree before transferring to Greenville College to become a teacher.

Today, she teaches second grade.

“I liked the small class sizes, affordable tuition and location close to home and work. It’s a beautiful campus,” Naylor said.

Her brother, Zachary Carlton, 21, of East Alton, is a current exercise science major at L&C.

n its 42 years delivering quality education to the community, Lewis and Clark has become more than a school – it’s a family tradition.

From parents who enrolled themselves in classes here decades ago and had their children follow the same path, to multiple generations attending the college at the same time – Lewis and Clark is honored to have become a legacy in these families and many others like them around the community.

Shaun Young, 26, of Fosterburg, studied criminal justice at L&C. His mother, Nancy Young, 51, of Fosterburg, was a transfer degree student who now is a GED instructor with Lewis and Clark, and his sister, Candice Coffey, 29, of Fosterburg (also a former transfer student), is currently a graduate student at Logan College of Chiropractic.

“I would recommend Lewis and Clark to anyone,” said Shaun Young, who chose the college because of its convenient location, affordability, scholarship opportunities and smooth transfer programs. “What I like best is that most of my instructors are/were still in the field of Criminal Justice, which allowed them to apply real life situations to the lessons and make it more enjoyable to attend class.”

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in er student who competes Ariel Weinman, a transf to nts wa d an nt) eve eo ve rod both barrel racing (a competiti t tha C d the same halls at L& her become a teacher, walke hig n ow ir the d in pursuit of of her parents once walke g. rin Sp s thi E er to SIU ded education. She will transf inman, of Brighton, atten We ss We d an ie as Both Debb ie bb De g rently work at Boein L&C in the 70s. Both cur l ica ctr ele an st and Wess as rs. a payroll business analy there for more than 30 yea en be ve ha re engineer - and the ng rki wo s wa I al. loc s re “We chose it because it wa we t tha s d I had other friend t in Godfrey at the time, an fel t jus it so ey, w up in Godfr we rs going there too. Wess gre yea ny ma so r “Fo .

Weinman it so like home,” said Debbie s, pu other activities on cam s joy attended First Night and en she so , e’s also a homebody was familiar to Ariel. Sh the location as well.”

Clark s who attend Lewis and Ariel also has two cousin y Rose. le Ashley Kuhn and Lindse the college to a lot of peop and “We have recommended wis Le of e tag they take advan re,” and even my sisters that the get you t tha n tio ty of educa Clark and the high quali Debbie said.

Rodney A. White, 48, of

Brighton, is an alumnus and

instructor of the Nursing department,

but he didn’t start the tradition – his

father did. Clarence White earned his Associate Degree in Business from L&C in the mid 1970s. Today, the tradition continues with Rodney’s daughter Jamie White, 20, of Brighton, and his son Daniel White, 19, also of Brighton. Daniel is pursuing an Associate in Science degree, while Jamie follows her father’s lead with a career in Nursing.

“L&C has become a family tradition, and the quality of the education in regard to the cost -effectiveness is superior to all of the colleges in our area,” said Jamie White, who said she will one day encourage her children to choose L&C as she did.

The Embry family has multiple generations attending L&C at the same time – Kimberly Embry is studying nursing alongside daughter Dawn Embry, 25 of Wood River, who is working on a transfer degree with emphasis on communications, and another daughter, Heather, 23, of Alton, who is studying to become a paralegal.

Kimberly, 51, of Alton, came to L&C for the first time in 1980 to take a nurse’s aide class and a computer class. After some encouragement from her daughters, she returned to L&C more recently to pursue a degree.

“I actually have a class with my oldest (Dawn) this semester – Music Appreciation,” Kimberly said.

Heather is not only a student, but also is a student worker in the college’s financial aid office. www.lc.edu - 5

89.9 Expands Reach Into Marquette, EA-WR High Schools

Program coordinator Mike Lemons first brought radio broadcasting into area high schools four years ago when he set up a dual credit partnership class with Alton High. Since then, the

program has expanded into three other schools – first, Civic Memorial in Bethalto, and since fall 2011, East Alton-Wood River and Marquette in Alton.

Within the program, students get to learn the ropes and practice their skills on the air, all the while earning dual credit that will give them a jump on college.

The high school stations currently broadcast on two digital substations of 89.9 – a hit radio format station shared by AHS and CM, and a station shared by EA-WR and Marquette (which will eventually take on a “Jack” format, or a little bit of everything) – both of

Faculty Spotlight Faculty member, radio broadcasting program coordinator and WLCA 89.9-FM station manager Mike Lemons is Lewis and Clark’s 2011 Emerson Excellence in Education Award winner.

In his 16 years at the college (not counting his years as a radio 6- “Discover”

broadcasting student), he has taught Mass Communications courses ranging from announcing to advertising sales, managed an award winning radio station and pioneered dual credit radio courses within four local high schools.

“Mike demonstrates daily that his highest priority is the success of his

which Lemons manages in addition to the college station.

The three public schools have studios on campus, but Marquette utilizes a studio at the Riverbender Community Center in Downtown Alton, which all four programs can access for after hours work. In June 2011, the station broadcast its first live performance by up-and-coming Chicago band Company of Thieves, Lemons said.

“They played twice for us, and we invited listeners to come down,” he said.

Learn more about 89.9, dual credit or the Radio Broadcasting program by visiting www.lc.edu today. students,” said Linda Chapman, vice president for Academic Affairs at L&C. “He is an excellent classroom instructor and professional who regularly assesses his students’ learning in order to continuously improve his program.”

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in workforce education from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and has worked at stations including WBGZ in Alton, Hot 97 STL and 105.7 The Point in St. Louis, in addition to his education career.

“I really enjoy getting to meet the new students each year and seeing them grow. I’ve even become friends with some of them over the years. I also really enjoy running the station,” Lemons said. “I have one of the greatest jobs that I know.”

“I have one of the greatest jobs that I know.”

Fall Fest 2011

Despite having to move Fall Fest 2011 inside River Bend Arena due to rain, hundreds of students still attended the annual event, and enjoyed free food, games, giveaways and fun – including a dance contest, inflatable games and a psychic.

Student organizations like WLCA 89.9-FM, The Bridge and the Dental Assisting/Hygiene Club sponsored informational tables to attract new members. Visit www.flickr.com/lewisandclarkcc for more photos available for print and download (free).

Open House 2011

Lewis and Clark introduced a few changes to Open House in 2011 to make the experience more accessible and more valuable to prospective students and their families. While program coordinators and enrollment and financial aid advisors offered informational tables and displays in The Commons, students and parents got a chance to tour the Godfrey campus and meet with some of the instructors in the labs, classrooms and facilities they would utilize as Lewis and Clark students.

L&C Self Study is First Step in Re-Accreditation Process Public Comment is Welcome

Lewis and Clark Community College was last re-accredited for 10 years by the Higher Learning Commission (http://www.ncahlc.org/) in 2003. Our self-study is an opportunity for the college to reflect on our strengths and weaknesses, improve effectiveness, and stay up to date on how to serve the educational needs of the community in the best way possible.

Part of the process includes gathering facts and information that will be used to create a strategic plan, to be presented to the Higher Learning Commission in March 2012. Those findings will be posted at www.lc.edu and are open for public comment along the way.

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Hatheway Cultural Center Rededication

The New and Improved Hatheway On Oct. 18, 2011, 48 years from the date of its original dedication, Lewis and Clark Community College rededicated Hatheway Cultural Center, located on the historic Godfrey campus.

The building, which draws more than 100,000 visitors and community members to campus every year, was originally dedicated on Oct. 18, 1963 and named for Norah Dell Hatheway, a Monticello College alumna. Mary Dell Olin Pritzlaff, granddaughter of Norah Dell Hatheway, daughter of building donors Spencer T. and Ann Whitney Olin and third generation Monticello alumnae, spoke at both the original and rededication.

Renovations and an expansion to include more safety and handicap accessible features and a new multipurpose facility, among other improvements, began in May 2010 and wrapped up just in time one year later for the college’s 2011 Commencement ceremony.

Over the years, many performers, entertainers and educators have graced the stage of the Ann Whitney Olin Theatre inside the Hatheway Cultural Center, and the building’s new features are designed to attract even more notable groups and performances in the years to come.

Building Features

• The building renovation and expansion was designed by AAIC, Inc. and the lead contractor was Contegra Construction.

• The $12 million renovation project was funded equally by Protection, Health, Life Safety funds and local bonds.

• Total square feet in the new building = 73,500 (original portion was 67,000) • A new glass entrance has been constructed on what used to be the back of the building, but has now become the front. It will be the new main entrance, complete with visitor drop-off area.

• Photovoltaic solar panels and solar hot water panels have been added to the new roof to increase the building’s efficiency.

• An elevator has been added to make the facility more handicap accessible.

• Restrooms have been added on both levels.

• Emergency lighting and handrails have been added inside the Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.

• The auditorium has received lighting and sound upgrades.

• A new meeting room has been added for college and community functions.

• Food preparation and catering facilities have been added, and the former gym has been renovated into a multi-purpose facility that can be utilized for banquets, meetings and exhibition space.

To learn more about Hatheway, view photo slideshows and access an online calendar of events, visit www.lc.edu and search keyword “Hatheway Cultural Center.”

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Pictured from left to right: Saint Paul Episcopal Church’s Father David Boase, Winchester President Tom O’Keefe, L&C Professor of Art, History and Culture Jim Price, Monticello College Foundation Board Trustee Karl K. Hoagland, Jr., Mary Dell Olin Pritzlaff, L&C President Dale Chapman, L&C Board of Trustees Chairman Robert L. Watson, L&C Foundation Board Chairman William Schrimpf, Monticello College Foundation Board Vice Chair Alice Milnor Norton, Contegra Construction’s Eric Gowin and AAIC’s Cal Morris.

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Faculty Member Joins Illinois Board of Dentistry Vicki Snell, a Dental Assisting/Dental Hygiene faculty member at L&C, recently added a term on the Illinois State Board of Dentistry to her already extensive experience.

Founded in 1917, the board comprises eight dentists, two hygienists and one public member, all of whom are appointed by the governor to serve a four year term. Its purpose is to protect the dental safety and welfare of the public by ensuring that licensure qualifications and standards for professional practice are properly evaluated, applied and enforced.

“Vicki is an exemplary faculty member who is an outstanding representative of the dental hygiene profession. She is highly regarded as an expert in her field and her involvement in the profession is to be commended,” said Donna Meyer, dean of Health Sciences.

Snell earned degrees in dental hygiene at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and in organizational leadership from Greenville College before pursuing her Master of Education in community college teaching and learning from the University of Illinois.

Her professional experience includes working in the private sector, as well “I love teaching more as serving as a dental hygiene examiner for the than anything else Central Regional I’ve ever done, and I Dental Testing Service and the Northeast never look back.”

Regional Board, in addition to teaching.

“When I started at Lewis and Clark, I considered it a privilege to follow my passion and contribute my knowledge to educating others,” Snell said. “I love teaching more than anything else I’ve ever done, and I never look back.”

She joined Lewis and Clark in 1996 as an adjunct faculty member, and is now full time.

“We are thrilled to have a faculty member who is also a member of the State Board of Dentistry,” said Michelle Singley, coordinator of L&C’s Dental Hygiene program.

Dental Hygiene Tips The Paul B. Hanks Dental Clinic, located in River Bend Arena, offers preventive dental services and screenings to the general public at an affordable price. All ages are welcome and services are monitored by teachers and dentists.

Tooth decay is the single most chronic disease seen in children, and is 100 percent preventable. Nearly 75 percent of American adults suffer from various forms of gum disease and are not even aware of it. Periodontal disease is the most common cause of tooth loss among Americans (most common cause of the disease is smoking).

What can you do about it?

•Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Don’t rush – 2-3 minutes is the amount of time brushing required to remove bacterial plaque from the teeth and gums, but avoid harsh scrubbing.

•Remember to floss! Brushing only removes 60 percent of plaque on teeth – the other 40 percent can only be removed by flossing.

•Use the proper equipment. Use fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush that fits your mouth comfortably.

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•Practice good technique.

Hold your toothbrush at a slight angle against your teeth and brush with short back-and-forth motions. Remember to brush the inside and chewing surfaces of your teeth, as well as your tongue.

•Keep your equipment clean. Always rinse your toothbrush with water after brushing. Store your toothbrush in an upright position, if possible, and allow it to air dry until using it again. Remember to replace your bush every two or three months and after bouts with diseases like the cold or flu.

L&C Piloting Career Pathways Program with Adult Education Lewis and Clark has been selected as one of eight Illinois colleges to pilot a new program aimed at helping accelerate students down career pathways that combine adult education with workforce training options in automotive technology undercar specialist and emergency medical technician licensure.

Accelerating Opportunity is being launched by the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) and Jobs for the Future with funding from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, in partnership with Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges, the National Council for Workforce Education and the National College Transition Network.

The 4-year initiative is being piloted in 11 states, including Illinois, and the colleges that are participating were chosen from a field of competitive applicants.

As part of the program, Lewis and Clark will develop an Integrated Basic Education and Skills Training (IBEST, recently renamed ICAPS) program pairing basic education and literacy skills with valuable career skills students can use upon completion of the program.

Automotive Technology coordinator Ken Holmes will work with adult education instructor Julie McAfoos, and EMT instructor Wade Stalhut will work with adult education instructor Nancy Young in the first three years of the program – to begin in January 2012. The first students to participate will be chosen in December.

The Illinois Community College Board expects each of the eight colleges chosen to produce 450 credentials through the program, or 3,600 total by the end of the implementation period in 2014 to receive funding for another four year period.

Habitat For Humanity Former L&C GED student Micah Scruggs and her family cut the ribbon on their new home during its dedication on July 28 in Alton. The home was built through a partnership between the Alton Area Habitat for Humanity and YouthBuild, a part of the same adult education program at Lewis and Clark that Micah attended.

“I don’t want money or any of the selfish materialistic things in life - just the chance to take care of my family and raise my children in an environment where they can learn, play, and just be happy like normal kids,” said her husband, Shaune Scruggs. “Having a home will provide this environment.”

After receiving her GED through Lewis and Clark, Micah went on to obtain an associate degree and complete some CPA training. She is

currently employed by Liberty Tax. Shaune, a Navy veteran, is currently employed with Whelan Security. They have two little boys, Mauriyon and Shaune Jr. “We are excited to see the nearly two years of work of our Youthbuild students come to fruition, and we couldn’t be more happy to know that we are not only providing a great house for one of our community members, but to know that we are serving one of our former students,” said Val Harris, director of Adult Ed.

Learn more at

www.lc.edu/degrees/AdultEd

View more photos from the dedication at

www.flickr.com/lewisandclarkcc

GED 411 It doesn’t matter why you didn’t finish high school – you still can earn your GED. More than 800 students participate in L&C’s GED program every year, and you could be one of them.

•You’re never too old.

•It’s a challenge you can handle.

The GED test is challenging, but statistics show that students who commit to doing the work have a high pass rate.

•Give your career a boost.

A GED is required for most jobs especially those that pay sustaining wages. Plus, putting in the time and effort demonstrates a level of commitment and a strong work ethic that is attractive to employers.

•If you choose to take the next step, you can even go to college.

New programming like Bridge to Health Sciences and ICAPS are increasing the number of GED graduates that go on to pursue higher education. Call L&C Adult Education Office to learn more.

GET STARTED •Call (618) 468-4141 to register for orientation.

•Attend orientation.

•Commit to attending class.

Depending on which program you attend, it could be an eight or 16-week commitment.

•Take an official practice test with L&C. •Sign up to take the official test with your Regional Superintendent. The cost is $50. (Financial assistance may be available if needed). www.lc.edu - 11

Pleased to Teach You

Getting to Know L&C’s New Faculty

and an M.A. in special and elementary education, respectively, from SIUE. Steve Blount, Developmental Writing Blount has spent much of the past 15 years devoted to his work in developmental studies, and has been an L&C adjunct faculty member for the past four. He taught developmental English, reading and study skills at Lexington Community College, a sister college of the University of Kentucky, where he earned both a B.A. (magna cum laude) and an M.A. in English.

Denise Caldwell, Nursing Caldwell has served as a clinical nursing instructor at L&C, Goldfarb School of Nursing, Southwestern Illinois College and most recently at SIUE. Her clinical teaching experiences range from OB nursing to medical-surgical nursing, and she has also worked as a staff nurse. Caldwell graduated with a BSN from SIUE and an MSN Education from McKendree University.

Ashley J. Harris, Occupational Therapy Assistant Pictured (L to R): Top Row: Stephen Blount, Developmental Harris has an M.S. in occupational therapy from Writing Instructor; Brandon Huff, Mathematics Instructor; Sue Czerwinski, Dean of Math, Science and Technology; Luke Jumper, Washington University and a B.S. in public health Architectural Technology Instructor and Peggy Assman, Nursing; from Dillard University. She brings seven years of Middle Row: Denise Caldwell, Nursing; Peggy Bargiel, Computer clinical experience in a geriatrics, orthopedics Network Security and Administration; Beth Johnson, Nursing; Donna inpatient rehabilitation, acute care, home healthcare Meyer, Dean of Health Sciences; and neurology. Harris has also served as a clinical Bottom Row: Dr. Linda Chapman, Vice President of Academic educator for Occupational Therapy Level I and II Affairs; Melissa Batchelor, Early Childhood and Teacher Education students.

Instructor; Ashley Harris, Occupational Therapy Assistant Instructor; Brandon J. Huff, Mathematics Jessica Nelson, Criminal Justice instructor; Jill Lane, Dean of Liberal Huff graduated with a B.S. in mathematics from SIUE. He taught mathematics at Edwardsville High Ten educators joined L&C’s full time faculty this year.

School and has taught advanced courses in calculus, “What they all share is a common commitment to the trigonometry, pre-calculus, geometry, algebra, community college mission of access and learning introductory computer programming, and AP calculus. He success,” said Linda Chapman, vice president of Academic is currently completing his M.S. in statistics and Affairs. They are: operations research at SIUE. Peggy Assmann, Nursing Beth A. Johnson, Nursing Assmann has more than 30 years of nursing experience For the past two years, Johnson has taught psychiatric and has served as an adjunct faculty member in nursing for nursing theory and clinical and medical-surgical nursing the past three years. A graduate of L&C’s nursing program, theory as an adjunct at L&C. She earned her ADN from Assmann has a BSN and MSN Education from L&C and her BSN and MSN Education from McKendree McKendree University. She is a certified rehabilitation University. Johnson has also worked in medical-surgical registered nurse, and has a strong background in and post-operative nursing. medical-surgical nursing.

Luke Jumper, Architectural Technology Peggy Bargiel, Computer Network Security & Jumper earned his B.S. in Architecture from the University Administration of Illinois and a Master of Architecture from Washington Bargiel enlisted in the United States Navy after high school University. He has been an adjunct faculty member at L&C graduation, was trained as an information systems since 2007. He manages the TrailbLASER studio technician in San Diego, and served on the USS Ronald laser-cutting service and works with the college’s major Reagan before accepting her first job as a junior transfer universities in Architecture – SIUC and the information systems analyst for the Naval Air Forces University of Illinois – He is also LEED certified.

Pacific. She has a B.S. and MBA with specializations in Jessica Nelson, Criminal Justice CMIS and MIS from SIUE. Nelson earned both her B.S. and M.S. in Criminal Justice Melissa Batchelor, Early Childhood and Teacher from the University of Central Missouri. While in graduate Education school, she was a graduate research assistant and teaching Since 2004, Batchelor has taught as an adjunct faculty assistant. Since graduation, Nelson has worked as a deputy member in child development and teacher education at juvenile officer and a foster care case manager. As a L&C. She is completing a doctorate in educational volunteer, Jessica served as a victim’s advocate in a leadership at Lindenwood University and has earned a B.A. prosecuting attorney’s office.

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New NGRREC Staff

New staff members who joined the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center in the fall 2011 include (from left to right): Ted Kratschmer, Water Resources Sustainability Coordinator, Natalie Marioni, Environmental Educator, and Nathaniel Keener, Riverwatch Program Coordinator.

New Grants Help Fund the Future for L&C

In an effort to attract additional funds for innovative programs, Lewis and Clark continues to write and receive numerous competitive grants.

“The economic climate makes the grants we receive increasingly more important to our students and their futures,” vice president of academic affairs Linda Chapman said. “We have a very ambitious staff and a talented group of grant writers who aggressively pursue competitive grants to fund their creative ideas aimed at increasing learning outcomes.”

Below is a list of a few of the biggest grants we have received to date this academic year: National Endowment for the Humanities Challenge Grant for Two-Year Colleges L&C was just one of six two-year colleges in the nation to receive this $250,000 matching grant.

The grant is aimed at raising endowments that will strengthen the humanities program at L&C, encourage the development of model humanities programs and curricula and broaden the base of financial support for humanities on our campuses. This capacity building grant could realize a total of $750,000 for the college, as funds will be matched on a 2:1

basis by non federal funds raised over the next six years.

U.S. Department of Education Title III: Strengthening Institutions Lewis and Clark received approval of a five-year development application under the Strengthening Institutions Program authorized under Title III, Part A of the Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended.

The first year of funding for 2011-2012 is $399,232. Upon the college’s demonstration of substantial progress of achieving its documented goals and objectives, Lewis and Clark would then be eligible for a total five-year grant award totaling $1,998,345.

This amount includes endowment funding of $220,772, which Lewis and Clark will match dollar for dollar.

IDOT/Illinois Community College Board: Highway Construction Careers Training Program L&C has received a grant in the amount of $239,546 to establish a program that will prepare participants for careers in the highway construction trades industry. The targeted population for the program focuses on minorities, women and disadvantaged individuals.

New Programs at L&C Lewis and Clark is constantly adding and improving its degree and certificate options in order to keep its graduates in high demand in a variety of growing career fields.

A theme among many new career programs added during the past year has been a focus on sustainability. Associate in Applied Science degrees are now being offered for Environmental Technician and Restoration Ecology with certificates for Environmental Technician, Restoration Ecology and Sustainable Urban Horticulture. An AAS degree and certificate for Biological Lab Technician were added in August 2011.

“The idea came mostly from our association with the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center,” said Sue Czerwinski, dean of Math, Science and Technology at L&C. “We have this great new facility (Field Station, dedicated in 2010) and now our students can take advantage of it. We also hope that there can be internships involved with those programs.”

Other additions include certificates for 3D Mechanical Modeling (under Drafting/CAD Technology), and 3D Architectural Modeling (under Architectural Technology, which is a new program in itself, added in June 2010.)

“These certificates are more extensive - now students are able to go beyond simple drawings and really get into developing the buildings,” Czerwinski said. “And with instructor Luke Jumper, who is LEED certified, added as a full time faculty member in Fall 2011, we’re keeping with the sustainability theme there too.”

To learn more about these programs contact the Enrollment Center at

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TRAILBLAZERS

Date Thurs., Nov. 3, 2011 Fri., Nov. 11- Sun. Nov. 13, 2011 Wed., Nov. 16, 2011 **Thurs., Nov. 17, 2011 Sat., Nov. 19, 2011 **Mon., Nov. 21, 2011 Wed., Nov. 30, 2011 **Wed., Nov. 30, 2011 **Fri., Dec. 2, 2011 Sat., Dec. 3, 2011 Mon., Dec. 5, 2011 Wed., Dec. 7, 2011 Fri., Dec. 9, 2011 Sat., Dec. 10, 2011 Tues., Dec. 13, 2011 Sat., Dec. 17, 2011 Sat., Dec. 17, 2011 Wed., Dec. 28, 2011 Thurs., Dec. 29, 2011 Wed., Jan. 4, 2011 Sat., Jan. 27 Sat., Jan. 7, 2011 Mon., Jan. 9, 2012 Mon., Jan. 9, 2012 Wed. Jan. 11, 2012 Sat., Jan. 14, 2012 Sat., Jan. 14, 2012 Wed., Jan 18, 2012 Wed., Jan. 18, 2012 Sat., Jan. 21, 2012 Sat., Jan. 21, 2012 Wed., Jan. 25, 2012 Wed., Jan. 25, 2012 Fri., Jan. 27, 2012 Sat., Jan. 28, 2012 Tues, Jan. 31, 2012 **Wed., Feb. 1, 2012 Wed., Feb. 1, 2012 Sat., Feb. 4, 2012 Sat., Feb. 4, 2012 **Mon., Feb. 6, 2012 Wed., Feb. 8, 2012 Wed., Feb. 8, 2012 Sat., Feb. 11, 2012 Sat., Feb. 11, 2012 Mon., Feb. 13, 2012 Wed., Feb. 15, 2012 Wed., Feb. 15, 2012 Mon., Feb. 20, 2012 Mon., Feb. 20, 2012 Wed., Feb. 22, 2012 Wed., Feb. 22, 2012 Sat., Feb. 25, 2012 Sat., Feb. 25, 2012 Wed., Feb. 29, 2012 **Wed., Feb. 29, 2012 Sat., March 3, 2012 Sat., March 3, 2012

Opponent ICC Lake Land Tournament Parkland McKendree Lindenwood-Belleville JV Olney Central Lake Land McKendree JV McKendree Shawnee Mineral Area Blackburn SWIC Olney Central Three Rivers Mineral Area Parkland SW Tennessee Holiday Classic SW Tennessee Holiday Classic Mineral Area Lincoln Trail Lincoln Trail Three Rivers Southeastern IL Lake Land Parkland John A. Logan Lincoln College Three Rivers Danville Area CC SWIC Illinois College Kaskaskia Shawnee Wabash Valley St. Louis CC John Wood Olney Central Lincoln Land Lincoln Trail Blackburn Jefferson Southeastern IL Lincoln Lake Land Shawnee Danville Area John A. Logan St. Louis CC SLCC SWIC SWIC John Wood Kaskaskia Lincoln Land Wabash Valley Parkland Olney Central

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Time 7:30 p.m.

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Men’s Basketball in black, Women’s Basketball in blue **/** televised on LCTV *NOTE: Schedule is subject to change. Please visit www.lc.edu/athletics for most current information*

Train Where the Athletes Train and Support L&C Athletics Athletes always have the best training facilities. Now those same facilities are available to you while at the same time showing your support for the Lewis and Clark Trailblazers.

As a member of the Trailblazer Athletic Club you can work with the most up-to-date fitness equipment. Plus, there’s an indoor running track, lighted tennis courts and an Olympic-style swimming pool. Everything you need for the type of excercise you want is available on the campus of Lewis and Clark Community College.

After your workout, attend the best in collegiate sports action. Members recieve free entry into all at-home Trailblazer sporting events for a whole year. Catch all the Trailblazer action versus their biggest rivalries.

Whether you’re thinking about your family, business, or yourself, the Trailblazer Athletic Club has a membership tailored for your needs.

Join today... students are free!

Facility Hours Fitness Center (River Bend Arena) • 5:30 - 10 a.m.

Mon. - Fri. • Noon - 7 p.m.

Mon. - Fri. Pool (Hatheway Cultural Center) • 11 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Mon. - Fri. (Open) • 6 - 8 p.m.

Fri. (Family Open) • 1 - 3 p.m.

Sat. (Family Open) Open Gym (River Bend Arena) • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Mon. - Fri.

For more information: (618) 468-2262 www.lc.edu - 15

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Holiday Concert (Hatheway Cultural Center) Jan. 17- Spring Classes Begin

Check The Telegraph for a complete listing of Spring 2012 classes on: November 6 December 4 January 1