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mar. 2020 vol. 50/Issue 06
Discover Day Kicks Off Spring 2020
Story by Alexandra Blockton ablockton@lc.edu
Students participating in intense races during Discover Day.
By David Tupper.
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iscover Day 2020 was an extravagant occasion, which included numerous activities. The majority of the students in attendance are high school students and their families. They visited campus to explore majors and enjoy the fun festivities that come along with student life, such as the walking tacos. “We really want to emphasize, the earlier students complete applications and submit, the more they maximize their eligibility for grants,” said Mary-Kate Terry in financial aid. Current L&C students, faculty, staff, advisors and coordinators were able to provide the most up to date and accurate information for the visitors. There were multiple games for enrolling students to play and win prizes of L&C branded t-shirts, backpacks, school supplies and lots more. Media services were also distributing prizes for completing a short student media survey. Students and their families were able to view and speak with current students and faculty members from Lewis and Clark nursing program, student development and counseling, College for Life, financial aid, Phi Theta Kappa for Honors College, speech (public speaking), criminal justice, welding, Pathways to STEM leadership scholarships with Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois,
as well as Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE). One of the advantages for being a Phi Theta Kappa student is that it looks good on resumes and helps with scholarships. Cathy Laramee, coordinator of Nelson Campus, located in Edwardsville, Illinois, was in attendance for students who are considering enrolling for classes on her campus. Student Mili Pinksi, who attends SIUE, said, “Communication is more than just speeches, and the career options are endless.” There were also current L&C students, instructors, teachers, associate professors, etc., available to talk with potential students looking to learn more about mass communication, process operations technology/instrumentation and control systems, Missouri Baptist University, and Student Success Center, among others. New students looking to enroll were given a chance to learn about the multiple careers offered here at L&C, along with other college campuses they partner with, such as Missouri Baptist University and SIUE. Student Success Center specialist Ashley Luster said, “It’s important to advertise one-on-one tutoring for the Student Success Center. It’s covered through student fees, and students should really consider getting the
extra help at no cost.” New students, as well as current students, can take full advantage of the Student Success Center while attending classes here at L&C. There were also current students in attendance to promote their L&C clubs, including The Bridge (campus newspaper), BSA (Black Student Association), LC Pride, SGA (Student Government Association) and the Video Game Club etc. L&C Program Director Nathan Pearcy, of the radio station, said, “It’s a very hands-on program. It has great success with job placement. We have half of our graduating class being placed into radio.” Trailblazer Commons Property Manager Moselle Ash was in attendance to answer any questions for new students and family members interested in the on-campus apartments, which are offered for students at L&C. They offer shared bedrooms, private bedrooms and other amenities. New students looking to reside there were also given a tour to view the apartments. Those looking to join the Video Game Club please can contact David Crull at dkcrull@ lc.edu, and those wanting to join LC Pride can contact either Shaggy at gdraper@lc.edu or Steve Higgins at shiggins@lc.edu. The LC Pride respects as well as honors all students’ confidentiality.
A balloon artist at Discover Day takes requests.
Photo by David Tupper.
Students line up to take free throws at Discover Day.
Photo by David Tupper.
Board of Trustees
Board Members Hold Closed Sessions With L&C Departments In An Effort To Learn About Our Campus By Dillon Neibel dneibel@lc.edu
After many requests from employees here at Lewis and Clark Community College (L&C), the Board of Trustees is offering departments the opportunity to schedule a listening session with two board members in an effort for better understanding of their place on campus. According to L&C’s Interim President Lori Artis the goals of these sessions are as follows: 1. To learn more about your department/ division 2. To tour facilities, learn about technology, and meet Steve Campbell, Program Coordinator and Professor of Graphic Design, spoke employees 3. To learn about on behave of the Graphic Design and Web challenges depart- design programs. ments might currently Photo by David Tupper. be facing 4. To hear about de5. To hear about stra- about ways to continpartment’s successes tegic goals ue to support students and achievements 6. To hear ideas and the community.
There have been several listening sessions held to date, and while the meetings are not mandatory, Artis has received an overall positive feedback thus far. “The Board has commented on how informational, educational, and transparent the sessions have been. Employees have expressed a feeling of support from the Board who are asking important questions about their needs and their challenges. Overall, the sessions are creating an open dialogue between employees and the board that will serve the college well for years to come,” said Artis. Ethan Braasch is the manager of the Horticulture and Grounds Department,
and has recently had one of these listening sessions with Board members Dwight Werts and Julie Johnson. With only two people in the department, Braasch felt that the meeting between the four of them was both relaxed and intimate. “We were excited when we found out the Board was doing these listening sessions as we wanted a chance to relay the importance of the Monticello Sculpture Gardens and of the general aesthetic of the campus in the success of the institution as a whole. Both Mrs. Johnson and Mr. Werts listened intently to our presentation, taking notes and asking poignant questions throughout. My impression was that
they were there to get to know us personally and to understand the ins and outs of our operations. They were happy to offer input for some of the questions we had for them and seemed eager to help us succeed in our efforts to make the campus beautiful and welcoming,” said Braasch. Braasch recommends other departments arrange a listening session if possible. “It’s just good to know that there is a concerted effort by both long-standing and new board members to become familiar with us, as individuals and as a department,” said Braasch. See more Board of Trustees news on page A2.