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Students getting hands-on training in welding

LLCC hosted “Try a Trade” at SCI Center

During the free, five-day Career Quest Camp June 23-27, incoming eighth and ninth grade students were introduced to the trades of construction, carpentry, electricity, automotive and welding.

Leslie Messina

LLCC names new softball coach

LLCC has named Leslie Messina the new head coach of Loggers softball. A Springfield native, Messina brings over 17 years of coaching experience.

Elizabeth Fines-Workman

Elizabeth Fines-Workman named director of LLCC-Taylorville

"I was born and raised in Taylorville, and I am looking forward to building more connections, hosting events for our community and providing the quality education and services that LLCC is known for,” says Fines-Workman.

Ag students in Italy

LLCC students study ag in Italy

LLCC Agriculture students participate in an educational, week-long agricultural industry tour in Italy May 20-28.

RoboQuest campers standing in front of DOT Foods

LLCC hosted “RoboQuest” at Beardstown Junior High School

Thirteen incoming eighth grade students participated in the free, five-day camp, which focused on robotics.

President's and Vice President's Lists

LLCC announces spring 2025 Dual Credit President’s and Vice President’s lists

LLCC's Dual Credit students who earned a 4.0 grade point average (GPA) are noted with an asterisk and achieved President’s list honors. Students who earned a GPA of 3.5-3.99 achieved Vice President’s list honors.

Nancy Sweet

Look to modern manufacturing for high-paying, high-impact careers

Manufacturing is a field in which problem-solving meets production. It blends science, technology and human ingenuity. It's the engine that powers innovation, drives economies and shapes the modern world.

“Ag Explorers” campers in front of a tractor provided by Beard Implement

LLCC hosted “Ag Explorers” at Jacksonville Middle School

LLCC hosted a free, four-day agriculture camp June 2-5 at Jacksonville Middle School. Twenty students in grades 6-8 participated in the camp.

2025 Graduate List

LLCC announces 2025 graduates

Congratulations to the class of 2025! LLCC conferred 1,450 degrees and certificates this academic year. View the list.

Group of eighth grade students standing in and around framed structure

LLCC hosted “Blueprint for Success” at Hillsboro High School

LLCC hosted a free, four-day Career Quest Camp May 27-30. Fifteen eighth grade students participated in hands-on construction skills.