Olney Central College’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter held its new member induction ceremony on Feb. 18.

Lincoln Trail College has named the three finalists for its next President. Dr. Kathleen Curphy, Dr. Zahi Atallah, and Mrs.Tona Ambrose will visit the college’s campus this week.

Tara Gallion has announced the cast for the Lincoln Trail College Spring 2021 production of “Culture in a Cornfield.” The production is a collection of short comedy skits and features both LTC students and members of the community.

Lincoln Trail College has hired Blake Ordell to be the head coach of the men’s and women’s soccer programs. Ordell played professional soccer for nine years throughout the United States, Sweden, and Canada and coached collegiately for ten years. He previously served as an assistant men’s soccer coach at Quincy University, head men’s and women’s soccer coach at Sheridan College, head men’s soccer coach at Culver-Stockton College, and assistant men’s and women’s soccer coach at MacMurray College.

Career and Technical Education (CTE) prepares individuals for high-skill, in-demand employment that furthers Illinois’ global competitiveness. Last year, about half of all Illinois community college graduates earned a CTE degree or certificate. CTE programs offer flexible scheduling, work-based learning, and stackable credentials that provide a pathway from education to employment not only for recent high school graduates, but also for returning adults, veterans, and workers wanting to update their skills.

Did you drop a math class this semester or change your major and need to complete a math course? Olney Central College is offering MTH 1103 Liberal Arts Math and MTH 1102 College Algebra as 8-week mid-semester courses. Both classes will be offered in a hybrid format. The hybrid format means that most of the homework and the exams for the courses will be online, while instruction will take place face to face. Students should consult their advisors as they may need to take a placement exam.

Mount Carmel, Ill.— The application period for Wabash Valley College’s honor society, Phi Theta Kappa, is now open. Applications are available in the Student Services office and must be turned in by March 5, 2021.

Last October, Governor JB Pritzker announced his intention to construct two community college-based manufacturing training academies in southern Illinois.  “We’re investing directly in communities and in companies with programs that will allow businesses to grow, retain and attract new talent for higher-paying jobs of the future,” Pritzker said.

The Lincoln Trail College Statesmen Singers are giving people a chance to share some love virtually this Valentine’s Day by offering musical virtual valentines. “We’re very excited about this,” says Statesmen Singers Director Rebecca Carmack. “This is a great way for people to share their friendship and love in a very fun way.”

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