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DEGREES & CERTIFICATES Transfer Degrees

Alton High School students visit campus on March 15, 2019.

‘Early Birds’

Get the Best Classes Seniors from district high schools take part in Early Bird Registration at Lewis and Clark Community College each spring.

Each half-day event typically involves a tour of campus, meetings with advisors, new student orientation and information on L&C student life, then culminates in a free lunch. Students also receive a free L&C T-shirt for participating. Hundreds of students register through Early Bird registration events February through April each year. For more information, contact (618) 468-2222.

save the date for fall

Discover Day

The future was on the minds of parents and their high school students during Discover Day at Lewis and Clark Community College, Monday, Feb. 18. Students got the opportunity to tour the Godfrey campus and collect information about L&C’s programs, as well as scholarships and financial aid. The next Discover Day event is scheduled for Oct. 14, 2019.

www.lc.edu/discoverdays On the Cover:

Jocelyn Anderson, Garrett Haring and Sadie Lupercio wait for spring to finally get here on the front steps of Caldwell Hall.

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Offered

These degrees are specifically geared toward students who plan to continue their education beyond L&C. • Associate in Arts • Associate in Science • Associate in Engineering Science • Associate in Fine Arts – Art • Associate in Fine Arts – Music Performance

Career Programs

These programs are geared toward students who want to begin their career after L&C. Many offer options for an Associate in Applied Science, Certificate of Proficency and/or Certificate of Completion. Learn more at lc.edu.

• Accounting • Architectural Technology • Automotive Technology • Business Technology • Child Development • Criminal Justice • Dental Assisting • Dental Hygiene • Drafting and Design • Environmental Science • Exercise Science • Fire Science • Graphic Design • Health Information & Medical Coding • Information Technology • Instrumentation and Control Systems • Management • Medical Assisting • Music Production • Nursing (ADN) • Nurse Assistant • Occupational Therapy Assistant • Paralegal • Paramedicine • Process Operations Technology • Radio Broadcasting • Restoration Ecology • Social Media Management • Truck Driver Training • Web Design & Development • Welding Technology

www.lc.edu/credit-programs

Letter From The President Lewis and Clark and

the L&C Board of Trustees continue our commitment to making higher education and career training accessible and affordable for the 220,000+ people living in the Lewis and Clark Community College District.

Although L&C already offers a quality education for much less than other area institutions, we hope that the freeze on tuition for 20192020 (which you’ll read more about on pages 4-5) continues to minimize financial barriers that may stand as a roadblock to education for district residents.

Career students can get a two-year degree from L&C for around $8,880 and begin working in their field right away.

This spring, we’ll celebrate the next class of students planning to enter our career programs at the college’s first ever Career Signing Day. The students will sign ceremonial letters of intent to complete their education and training at Lewis and Clark and be welcomed into their programs.

Learn more about this event on page 10.

Transfer students can save an average of $17,598 on a bachelor’s degree by attending L&C for the first two years rather than enrolling at a four-year college or university right after high school.

The result is less dependence on student loans, one of the many reasons students choose Lewis and Clark.

One example of this is a new transfer agreement with the University of Illinois College of Engineering to create an Engineering Pathway for L&C students, which you’ll read more about on page 7. The transfer students participating in this program will graduate from the U of

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Scholar Spotlight: Isaiah Cross

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Melissa Batchelor Honored by Kreative Kids

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New this year, students can enroll for the fall semester, or for an entire year’s worth of courses at the same time, if they wish. This ability to plan long-term is meant to not only make the enrollment process more seamless, but to also allow students to stay on track toward graduation.

Flexibility and open enrollment options continue to make Lewis and Clark an accessible choice for those wanting to further their education, to pursue career training or to change careers.

One-on-one attention from awardwinning faculty members like Melissa Batchelor (page 6) and Joel Hall (page 7) continue to be a draw as well.

We hope to see you this fall.

“Although L&C already offers a quality education for much less than other area institutions, we hope that the freeze on tuition for 2019-2020 continues to minimize financial barriers that may stand as a roadblock to education for district residents. ”

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Interactive Garden Show to Please the Senses

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Trailblazer Snack Pantry Feeding a Need

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Student Art Exhibit Opens in April

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College for Life Expanding to Edwardsville

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Blazer Day Draws a Crowd

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MJCHF Recieves National Recreation Foundation Grant

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Neighbor Nights Releases 2019 Event Calendar

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L&C Board of Trustees Announces

Freeze on Tuition for 2019-2020

At a time when other colleges and universities across the state are raising tuition, Lewis and Clark and the L&C Board of Trustees have announced that a tuition freeze is in effect for the 2019-2020 academic year.

“Lewis and Clark continues to empower our community by offering district residents a quality, accessible and affordable college education,” L&C President Dale Chapman said.

In-district tuition will remain $125 per credit hour, plus fees, with out-of-district tuition at $375 per credit hour. Compared to other community colleges in the state, L&C is more affordable than the state average, based on data from 39 community college districts and their Boards.

Pictured (from left to right) students Sadie Lupercio, Jehu Lafeuillee, Garrett Haring and Jocelyn Anderson.

“This is a perfect example of the commitment of Lewis and Clark and the Board of Trustees to keep education affordable for students – very exciting news,” said L&C Student Board of Trustees member Robyn Scott.

For a full-time student taking 30 credit hours, it costs roughly $4,440 per year for tuition and fees to attend Lewis and Clark.

Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree can save an average of $17,598 by attending L&C for the first two years of a four-year degree (based on 2018-2019 tuition and fees) – even more when housing is accounted for.

www.lc.edu/save

L&C Outperforming Peer Institutions Lewis and Clark is outperforming its peer institutions in terms of enrollment, retention and graduation rates, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Education.

The Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) report compares Lewis and Clark to a group of 28 peer institutions from 17 states across the United States, including five other institutions in Illinois – Black Hawk College in Moline; Kishwaukee College in Malta; McHenry County College in Crystal Lake; Morton College in Cicero; and South Suburban College in South Holland.

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lower tuition and fees ($3,432 compared to $3,513).

“The college strives to be a highquality, low-cost leader, and the Department of Education’s findings demonstrate the value of Lewis and Clark,” said Vice President of Enrollment Kent Scheffel. “The outcomes in this annual comparison report validate the college’s work in helping students succeed in their academic programs while simultaneously controlling costs.”

According to the report, Lewis and Clark also has a higher retention rate – 66 percent for full time students (versus 58 percent) and 54 percent for parttime students (versus 38 percent), and a higher graduation rate overall (39 percent compared to 28 percent).

For the most recent reporting year, L&C awarded 831 associate degrees, 281 one- to two-year certificates and 374 less-than-one-year certificates, in contrast with 591 associate degrees, 161 one- to two-year certificates and 156 less-than-one-year certificates.

IPEDS places colleges in comparison groups based on the mix of career and transfer courses, demographics and enrollment.

The data is used at the federal and state levels for policy analysis and development, at the institutional level for benchmarking and peer analysis, and by parents and students through the College Navigator website, https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/.

Year-Round Registration

Now Open for 2019-2020

For the first time, Lewis and Clark Community College students can register for a year’s worth of courses – Fall 2019, Spring 2020 and Summer 2020 – in a single advisor visit, rather than one semester at a time.

Registration for the 2019-2020 academic year began March 11 and runs through the start of classes each semester.

“The change in the college’s registration procedures is designed to make the

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process more efficient for students,” said Vice President of Enrollment Kent Scheffel. “The registration process will be easier, students will know their class schedule for a complete year – which will help them in planning any work or family obligations – and students can see a clear pathway to achieve their goals.”

Summer 2019 enrollment is also currently underway.

www.lc.edu/admissions

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NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST Apply online anytime at www.lc.edu/admissions.

• Admission to some programs is selective and may require some extra steps. Visit www.lc.edu/ applying to learn more.

Fill out your FAFSA! (The sooner, the better.)

Mail your official high school/ other college transcripts to: Enrollment Center 5800 Godfrey Rd. Godfrey, IL 62035 Schedule your New Student Orientation by calling (618) 468-5240.

Meet with an Academic Advisor to enroll in classes.

Get your student ID. Get your parking hang tag.

Log in to your Blackboard account and then log in to LC Alert (emergency messaging) to check your contact info.

Isaiah Cross With his eye on a master’s degree in Computer Science, Isaiah Cross plans to graduate from Lewis and Clark with an Associate in Science degree after the fall 2019 semester, then transfer to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville to complete his studies.

“When I heard that Americans had $1.5 trillion in student loan debt, I knew I didn’t want any part of that,” Cross said.

“I knew there had to be a better way to achieve my goal; that’s why I chose Lewis

and Clark Community College.”

A graduate of Alton High School, Cross recognized the value of a Lewis and Clark education.

“My teachers know each student by name,” Cross said. “They work hard to make sure you learn the material, instead of just passing the class.”

Cross’ efforts have earned him a L&C Foundation Golden Eagle Scholar award and an Olin Minority Scholarship.

www.lc.edu/scholarships • www.lc.edu/foundation

Buy/rent your books (if you’re using financial aid to do so, you will be able to buy your books two weeks before the start of the semester.)

Pay* for classes before deadline (or check to be sure Financial Aid has paid for them). *Payment plans available in the Bursar’s office, (618) 468-3313 www.lc.edu - 5

Batchelor Honored with

Concern For Children’ Award

Melissa Batchelor, professor and program coordinator for L&C’s Education and Child Development programs, has earned the 2018 Concern For Children award from Kreative Kids Learning Center, a division of the Alton Day Care and Learning Center.

The award recognizes those who have made significant contributions to the care and well-being of children living in the region.

Batchelor, who has worked in child development for many years, is humbled by the award.

“I consider it an honor to receive this sort of recognition from a group of professionals I admire,” Batchelor said. “I’m fortunate to work in a profession I’m passionate about.”

Although Batchelor began teaching at L&C as an adjunct professor in 2004 and as a full-time professor in 2011, she started as a student at L&C, earning both an Associate in Applied Science in Child Development and an Associate in Science.

She earned her Bachelor of Science in Special Education and Master of Science in Elementary Education at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and her Educational Leadership doctorate from Lindenwood University.

“I’ve always had an interest in teaching,” Batchelor said. “Once I started in the Child Development Program at Lewis and Clark, I was hooked by the faculty and my passion for children and the adults working with those children.”

Batchelor doesn’t hesitate to explain what she likes most about her job.

“The students,” Batchelor said. “I’m able to connect with my internship students in the field and watch them make a difference every day in the lives of the children they teach.”

Currently, Batchelor is developing an Early Childhood Education program through L&C at the East St. Louis Higher Education Center.

“There is such a need for quality early childhood programs in all communities,” Batchelor said. “Having the opportunity work

with students and providers in East St. Louis to provide quality programming is fulfilling a need for that community. Becoming a teacher at any age or grade level is one of the most important jobs.”

www.lc.edu/program/childdev • www.lc.edu/major/education/education

What is your child

doing this summer?

Through College for Kids, students can discover new talents, expand their knowledge and enjoy hands-on learning under the guidance of experienced educators. Stay tuned for a complete schedule.

www.lc.edu/c4k

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New Pathway to U of I Engineering for Lewis and Clark Students

A new agreement with the University of Illinois College of Engineering is paving the way for Lewis and Clark students to earn guaranteed acceptance while saving thousands on tuition during their first two years of college.

L&C is currently recruiting high school seniors to start the program in Fall 2019.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for students in the L&C district who will benefit from significantly lower tuition for their first two years, smaller class sizes, dual advising, and a freshman orientation course, all with guaranteed admission into one of the highest ranked engineering programs in the country,”

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said L&C Dean of Transfer Programs Jill Lane.

Students must first apply to Lewis and Clark and take their math placement test, which can be scheduled by calling (618) 468-5240. After doing so, they can apply to the U of I Engineering Pathways Program for L&C at http://pathways. engineering.illinois.edu.

Students will move through the program as a cohort, taking a specific course load each semester for two years at Lewis and Clark to earn their Associate in Engineering Science degree. During the summer between their freshman and sophomore years, they will complete a summer residency at the U of I in

Urbana-Champaign.

As long as they maintain the academic requirements, which include a 3.5 cumulative and technical GPA at L&C, and complete the required coursework on time, they will be guaranteed admission into the College of Engineering at U of I. Compared with students who enter the College of Engineering right out of high school, L&C students will save more than $22,858 (based on 2018-2019 tuition) on their first two years of college.

They can also take advantage of the opportunity to stay close to home, and thrive in small class sizes.

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TRAILBLAZER Joel Hall

Program Coordinator Joel Hall was a well-established industry professional when he decided to make the leap to education.

Since 2005, he has been helping guide students at Lewis and Clark, where he coordinates the Architectural Technology and Drafting and Design programs.

“I felt that after 14 years in the industry, I could give some insight to students on how to more easily make the transition to the workplace,” Hall said. “I saw an opportunity to be a compass for students struggling to find their way in their educational endeavors.”

Hall, who hails from Long Branch, New Jersey, earned a Master of Architecture from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, a Bachelor of Arts from Governors State University and an Associate in Applied Science in Drafting/CAD from Lewis and Clark.

A registered architect and associate professor, Hall teaches Architectural Graphics, Building Technology and Engineering Graphics. His background includes architectural design work on transportation projects at St. Louis International, JFK International and Dallas-Ft. Worth International airports. His institutional healthcare experience includes several projects in the BJC Healthcare system.

Since coming to L&C, Hall has worked to establish the Architectural Technology program to compliment the Drafting

and Design program so students would have additional choices in their design paths. His goal is to double the programs’ enrollment.

“My students bring me a great deal of joy and they are the bonus when it comes to this job,” Hall said. “I still have relationships with students that walked into my classroom on my first day of teaching. Getting to know them and their families and forming lifetime friendships is a true blessing.”

Hall received L&C’s nomination for the 2004 Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Distinguished Alumni Award and is a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, which allows him to practice architecture in all 50 states and U.S. territories, as well as Europe and Mexico.

www.lc.edu/program/architecturaltech • www.lc.edu/program/draftingdesign

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2019 Interactive Summer Garden Show Will Cater to the Senses

The Lewis and Clark Community College Monticello Sculpture Gardens is excited to announce this year’s Summer Garden Show theme – SENSE-sational Blooms.

The show will be an interactive feast for the senses, with pocket gardens representing touch, sight, sound, smell and taste.

Among 11 planned pocket gardens, roughly half will be interactive exhibits involving one or more of the primary senses. The interactive displays will draw guests in and encourage visitors young and old to engage with the plants and props to create an overall immersive experience.

SENSE-sational Blooms is the Monticello Sculpture Gardens’ 7th annual curated garden show. Previous shows have included Bicentennial Blooms (2018), Solar Flair (2017), Gardens through the Looking Glass (2016), Garden of Eatin’ (2015), Bee-Dazzled (2014), and Menagerie in Bloom (2013).

The gardens will be open for self-guided tours from JuneAugust. Guided group tours are also available during the college’s regular business hours.

For more information or to schedule a group tour contact Horticulture Manager Ethan Braasch at ebraasch@lc.edu or call (618) 468-3140.

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Trailblazer Snack Pantry Feeding Hungry Students

Lewis and Clark’s new Trailblazer Snack Pantry (TSP) is now open to serve students with immediate hunger needs on the college’s Godfrey campus.

The pantry has served more than 240 individual students since it opened in the fall.

“The mission of the Trailblazer Snack Pantry is to meet the immediate hunger needs of students to eliminate that distraction from their day,” said Student Development and Counseling Division Assistant Barbara Cadle.

Hungry L&C students are allowed two free snacks per day. They can be obtained in Caldwell 4331; Trimpe 241; Nursing L107; the Enrollment Center (Baldwin 1440) during regular office hours, and in Reid Memorial Library from 4:30-8 p.m. Monday through Thursday.

Feeding a Need

The TSP runs on food item donations.

Anyone interested in making a L&C Counselor Renee Bauer and Drafting and Design Coordinator Joel Hall pose with donation can contact Alice Bunjan, a stack of donations for the Trailblazer Snack Pantry. coordinator, Perkins Transfer, Transition and Recruitment, at (618) 468-2730 or abunjan@lc.edu.

“Donations started pouring in as soon as the word was out to faculty, staff and student groups and clubs,” Bunjan said. “Along with spreading awareness of student hunger insecurities, the The following items are needed for the Trailblazer Snack Pantry: L&C Godfrey campus has embraced this project and hopefully students will • Single serving, non-perishable, non-refrigerated food and drinks overcome this barrier and continue • Healthy choices preferred - low sugar, high protein to strive, less hindered, to meet their • Snack bars - including but not limited to granola, fruit educational and life goals.” and nut, protein, cereal Assistant Sociology Professor Jen Cline’s Social Problems class collected • Various types of crackers - peanut butter and donated food items this past fall in cheese-filled, other varieties of cracker packets or conjunction with the “A Place at the snack-sized crackers Table” & “Put A Fork in Hunger” • Single serving beverages - juice boxes or Documentary Screening and Food Drive. Trailblazer Athletics collected pouches, preferably low sugar, shelf donations during basketball home stable milk games and during Blazer Day Feb. 9.

• Nuts and trail mix Both the L&C Faculty Association and • Dried fruit or fruit snacks Reid and Commons Cafes have also made generous donations, including a • Fruit cups small mini fridge and microwave from the cafes.

Please contact Alice Bunjan at

Want to Help?

Donations Needed!

abunjan@lc.edu or (618) 468-2730.

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Lewis and Clark will celebrate students entering the college’s career programs – from welding to truck driver training, health sciences, automotive and more – at its first ever Career Signing Day, Tuesday, April 23 in The Commons.

Similar to more widely known athletic signings, the students will be recognized as they sign symbolic letters of intent to continue their education at the college, and will receive program-specific T-shirts.

Scholarship recipients in attendance will be announced as well.

Area business leaders and other program influencers will be in attendance to mingle with the incoming students, who will also have the opportunity to learn more about Student Activities and program-specific organizations to enhance their student experience on campus.

Learn more or RSVP today at www.lc.edu/signingday

15th Annual Student Art Exhibit

to Run April 5-26

L&C’s 2019 Student Art Exhibit will run April 5-26, with an opening reception on Friday, April 5, from 5-7 p.m.

The juried exhibit typically features 100-150 pieces, and many will be available for sale.

“The annual student exhibit is always a great event and represents the culmination of much hard work by our students over the course of an academic year,” said L&C Art Program Coordinator Chris Brennan. “All members of the community are encouraged to come and enjoy the art submitted by our talented students.”

Awards, including Best in Show, Second Place, Third Place and three Honorable Mentions, will be presented at the opening reception.

Special Merit Awards vary from year to year.

The exhibit is free and open to the public. Gallery hours will run 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays throughout the exhibition.

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Honors College student Katherine Schoeberle placed third for her oil painting, “Drapery Study #6,” during L&C’s 2018 Student Art Exhibit.

L&C College for Life Progrpuam s Expanding to N.O. Nelson Cam

L&C’s acclaimed College for Life program for adults with intellectual disabilities is coming to the college’s N.O. Nelson Campus in Edwardsville in Fall 2019.

A $272,000 grant from the Illinois Council on Disabilities, spread over the course of three years, is making it all possible through the Southern Illinois Transition Project.

The program’s expansion will open 24 new spots for students from Madison, Jersey, Macoupin, Greene, Calhoun, St. Clair, Randolph, Clinton and Bond counties in Illinois. Persons on the program’s current waiting list will get the first chances to enroll.

L&C’s College for Life program’s goal is to promote lifelong learning as well as personal enrichment and independence.

Through partnerships with Challenge Unlimited and the Madison County Transition Council, students also have access to employment if they wish.

“CFL gives students an opportunity to become more independent, to continue learning and to advocate for themselves and others,” said Lead Instructor Kay Werner, who is working to get the program expansion off the ground.

“It gives them an outlet for their creativity. They get to shine in their strengths and be recognized for it. I am so excited to be part of opening a door of opportunity for more students and drawing from the Edwardsville community resources to make this a unique program.”

Like the original program, the curriculum will be student interestdriven. Classes mix academics with hands-on activities, ranging from reading, math and foreign language to pop culture, healthy snacking, sewing and scrapbooking.

For more information, visit www. lc.edu/disability. To place a student on the waitlist for College for Life at either location, contact L&C Student Development and Counseling at (618) 468-4121.

Students in L&C’s College For Life program took to the stage inside the Hatheway Cultural Center’s Ann Whitney Olin Theater Dec. 14, 2017, for their holiday show.

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Amanda Kay Werner, of Wood River, loves connecting with each of the students she teaches through L&C’s College for Life program.

“I want them to love coming to college, so I strive to provide the best experience I can for them,” she said.

“The students are the best part of my job. I love interacting with them, teaching to their interests, getting to know them and watching them shine as they give back to the class what they have to offer.”

Werner has been teaching with College for Life for six years.

This year, she’s working to expand the program to L&C’s N.O. Nelson Campus in Edwardsville. Once it opens in the fall, she will continue teaching on both campuses.

Classes include everything from math and current events to digital photography, scrapbooking, drama, sewing and self-advocacy.

“College for Life is student interestdriven,” Werner said. “There are a variety of classes they can choose from and no two classes are ever taught the same way. The program gives students an outlet for their creativity. They have an opportunity to become more independent, to continue learning and to advocate for themselves and others.

It’s fun getting to go to college and take classes of your choice, meet new friends and participate in college activities.”

Werner grew up in a large family that fostered a love of helping others from an

Kay Werner early age. When she was 11, her family moved to Guatemala and shortly after began Agua Viva Children’s Home.

“I loved caring for the children in the home for the seven years I lived there,” she said. “All of this transferred into my love for teaching.”

Before coming to Lewis and Clark, she worked as a home school teacher for more than a decade, and with grade school students with learning and mental disabilities for several years.

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Trailblazer Fans Turn Out for

Blazer and Basketball

There weren’t many empty seats at George C. Terry River Bend Arena Feb. 9 as fans came out to meet L&C’s mascot, Blazer the Newfie, and enjoy a day of Trailblazers basketball.

The free family event featured food, fan contests, prizes, photos with Blazer and a basketball double-header as the women’s team took on Parkland, coming away with a 69-54 win, followed by a men’s 88-74 loss to SWIC.

(Top) L&C’s Mascot, Blazer, hypes the crowd during halftime at the George C. Terry River Bend Arena Feb. 9.

(Above) Blazer poses with some fans outside the gym during a Meet and Greet before one of the games.

(Right top) Ayonna Clanton drives the ball through the Parkland defense in the Trailblazers’ 69-54 win.

(Right bottom) Fans participated in a hula hoop contest during the men’s game halftime in order to win restaurant gift cards provided

by L&C Student Activities.

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Kenya Burnett

Most college athletes leave high school having already signed with a school to pay a specific sport. That wasn’t the case for Kenya Burnett, a 2017 graduate of Alton High.

Although Burnett gets plenty of playing time on L&C’s women’s basketball team, she wasn’t automatically handed a spot on the roster.

“I was a walk-on,” Burnett said. “I had to prove to myself and to others that I belonged on the team.”

Burnett is in her freshman year at L&C, and she considers making the Trailblazers women’s basketball team the highlight so far.

An all-around athlete, Burnett started in youth soccer when she was six years old. Eventually, her focus shifted to volleyball and basketball. While at Alton High, she was named Athlete of the Month, Most Valuable Player and earned

the 110% Award.

Her goal as a Trailblazer is to transform into a guard and score more than 10 points a game on average, she said.

Academically, though she hasn’t settled on a career path, she’s aiming to complete her Associate in Science degree in 2020, and transfer to a university to complete her studies.

“If you don’t know what you want to do career-wise, get your general education classes out of the way,” Burnett said. “There are a lot of different things I can do with an Associate in Science. It’s a good foundation.”

Burnett considers L&C the best place for her because of its size and location.

“The campus is small and easy to get around,” Burnett said. “It’s important to me to be close to my family.”

George C. Terry River Bend Arena Closing for Renovation April 1 Dental Clinic Will Remain Open

Earn Stotler 400th Career Win

Trailblazers men’s basketball left little to chance in their Nov. 26 home game against Lindenwood-Belleville.

L&C powered its way to a 101-39 victory and in the process gave Coach Doug Stotler his 400th NJCAA win as a head basketball coach.

In his 24 years as a head coach, Stotler’s record stands at 406-332 (at the end of the 2018-19 regular season). He’s quick to downplay his role in those victories.

“Milestone accomplishments are never about just one person,” Stotler said.

“Without the support of my family, the hard work of the players, patience from the parents and quality instruction from high school coaches, 400 wins would not have been possible.”

The satisfaction Stotler receives from coaching can’t be measured in wins and losses.

“Coaching happens during practice,” Stotler said. “The time I spend with these players and the effort they give me is what I find satisfying.”

L&C’s George C. Terry River Bend Arena will undergo a renovation project this spring and summer, which will include a new roof, HVAC upgrades, gutter replacement, electrical improvements, waterproofing, a new gym floor, and other interior improvements.

Crews are moving faculty and staff out of the arena portion in March with an April 1 construction start date. Most of the classrooms will also move after the semester ends in May, with the intention of being back up and running for fall sports and classes in August. The Paul B. Hanks Dental Clinic will remain open for the duration. The entire renovation project will be completed by December 2019.

During the renovation project, you can find the majority of athletics staff in Wade Hall (list office suite number).

All phone lines for coaches and athletics staff will remain the same during the renovation project.

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MJCHF Annual Fundraiser Dinner Featured

CNN’s Fareed Zakaria March 26

International television news host Fareed Zakaria was the featured guest speaker for the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation’s Fourth Annual Fundraiser Dinner, Tuesday, March 26, at The Commons on Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey Campus.

Zakaria spoke on the role of leadership in pressing national and global issues.

“Fareed Zakaria is a living example of the mission of the MJCHF Humanities-Inspired Leadership program,” said MJCHF Founder and President Mannie Jackson. “We are pleased to model the mission through his message.”

Zakaria hosts Fareed Zakaria GPS (Global Public Square) for CNN Worldwide and is a columnist for The Washington Post, a contributing editor for The Atlantic, and a bestselling author.

CNN’s Fareed Zakaria, shown here at Newsweek, spoke at the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation Annual Dinner March 26. Photo by Charles Ommanney, Getty Images

To view event photos visit flickr.com/MJCHFoundation

MJCHF Awarded $95,000

National Recreation Foundation Grant The Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation (MJCHF) will receive a $95,000 grant from the National Recreation Foundation to fund water recreation through the Swarovski Waterschool USA: Mississippi River and urban gardening efforts through the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville STEM Center in 2019.

One focus of the NRF grant is on water recreation efforts through the Swarovski Waterschool, headquartered at L&C’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center. The program targets primarily fifth and sixth grade students in L&C’s District, and reached more than 70 students in its first year in 2017.

“This funding enables us to use recreational activities, such as paddling the Mississippi River, to provide our Swarovski Waterschool students a real and tangible Students attend a Swarovski Waterschool Camp at the National Great Rivers Research and connection to the aquatic resources in Education Center in July 2018. their communities,” said Natalie Marioni, will target fourth through sixth graders in Alton, Collinsville, NGRREC Director of Environmental Education. “Our goal is to Madison and Venice. pair these on-the-water experiences with watershed education The project will be run through the Mannie Jackson Center and community engagement activities to foster a stewardship for the Humanities’ Alma Aitch STEM Center, in conjunction ethic in students, ultimately leading to young community with the SIUE STEM Center, which has run an urban gardening members who value and will make decisions to benefit our project for the past two years. Last year, the center’s efforts aquatic resources for everyone.” reached around 60 students.

Another focus of the grant is on the development and operation of an outdoor urban gardening program, which

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Neighbor Nights @NGRREC 2019 Join the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center and Schlafly Beer for a community event series, Neighbor Nights @NGRREC, held from 5:30-8 p.m. on the first Tuesday of select months throughout the year.

Neighbor Nights is a great time for NGRREC’s river neighbors to come and learn more about the great rivers of the world, the watersheds that feed them and the communities that use them. Each Neighbor Night will offer something

2019 Neighbor Nights @NGRREC Management for Game Wildlife Apr. Habitat Habitat Project Junior Assistant Cody Berry 2 Building Tour May 7

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Micro Plastics in Fresh Waters

Community Ecologist Dr. Tony Dell Ecology Laboratory Tour and Mesocosm Demonstration

Dragonfly Conservation Sep. Environmental Technician Dr. Britt Ousterhout 3

different and highlight a unique project led by one of NGRREC’s researchers, educators or conservationists.

While visitors hear from NGRREC staff about their work and learn about river-related topics, they can also enjoy free food and Schlafly beverages.

“Both Schlafly Beer and NGRREC are committed to environmental sustainability, so the partnership is a natural fit,” said NGRREC Environmental Educator Allison Rhanor.

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Building Tour

Swarovski Waterschool Student Engagement

Swarovski Waterschool USA Educator Corrinne O’Brien Student-led Activities

and Reptile Conservation nov. Amphibian Terrestrial Wildlife Ecologist Dr. John Crawford 5 Building Tour dec. Monitoring Sediments and Nutrients in the 3 Mississippi River Environmental Technician Miles Corcoran Water Quality Laboratory Tour

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Scientific News & Notes

The Journal of Applied Ecology published an article about grassland-bird nest survival by National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s (NGRRECSM) Conservation Program Manager Justin Shew. Shew studied the nest survival of red-winged blackbirds and dickcissels, and two nesting communities (ground and above-ground nesters), relative to management and multi-scale habitat.

Many grassland bird populations in North America have been consistently declining over decades and properly guided management decisions may help alleviate these declines.

Physical and Environmental Science Adjunct Professor Rebecca Steiner recently co-authored a study cataloging state-level legislation that addresses insect pollinator protection, to help addresses the worldwide “insect pollinator health crisis.” The resulting peer reviewed article Steiner co-authored was published in the scientific journal “Environmental Science and Policy.” The paper showcases areas of agreement useful for international, national, providence/state/territory and municipal policies.

An article published in the prestigious journal, Science, led by NGRREC postdoc John Grady and co-authored

by Ecologist Tony Dell focuses on the importance of temperature in structuring ecosystems. Using marine predators as a case study, the researchers worked with other scientists to synthesize range maps from almost 1,000 species to show that richness, abundance and locomotion vary with water temperature, reflecting metabolic differences between warm-blooded and cold-blooded animals. Their work was picked up by the global media, including Reuters, The Atlantic, and the New York Times. NGRREC researchers recently secured $300,000 in NSF funding to extend these ideas to other habitats, including those found locally such as riparian systems and lakes and rivers. www.lc.edu - 15

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