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  • LC Poised to Make a “Bigger Impact” with a “Smaller Footprint” in Carlinville

    LC Poised to Make a “Bigger Impact” with a “Smaller Footprint” in Carlinville

    High School Liaison Cora Gill and Office Assistant Laura Stayton are shown in the new Macoupin County CEC office, located inside the Carlinville School District middle school and high school facility. Photo by JAN DONA/LC…

  • The 2025-2026 Yearbook is Here!

    The 2025-2026 Yearbook is Here!

    We are thrilled to share our 2025-2026 yearbook created by our student-run news outlet, The Bridge. This edition is more than just a collection of photos—it reflects the experiences, academic growth, and community spirit that…

  • LC Students Host Panel on AI & Education

    LC Students Host Panel on AI & Education

    Lewis and Clark hosted a student-led panel discussion on AI in Education in May. Panelists included (L-R): faculty members Christina Wickenhauser, David Ollenbittle, Francis Corby and Mumba Mumba; and students Julia Janus, Roland Gonzalez, Ethan…

  • LC Welcomes New Vice President of Finance and Operations

    LC Welcomes New Vice President of Finance and Operations

    GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College welcomed its new Vice President of Finance and Operations last month, as it prepared to wind down the academic year. Area-native Jonathan Lasinski, a 2002 graduate of Alton…

  • Mother Teresa: A Life Dedicated to Helping the Poor

    Mother Teresa: A Life Dedicated to Helping the Poor

    Javier Lopez Jlopezmedinaceli@lc.edu Godfrey – Mother Teresa was one of the most influential humanitarian figures of the 20th century. She was known for her complete dedication to helping the poor and the sick, spending most…

  • LC’s New Workforce Training Coordinator Focuses on Connecting Community Needs with Career Pathways

    LC’s New Workforce Training Coordinator Focuses on Connecting Community Needs with Career Pathways

    GODFREY – Building stronger connections between local employers, community partners and workforce education programs is the primary focus of new Workforce Training Coordinator Beth Arrowsmith at Lewis and Clark Community College. Arrowsmith joined the college…

  • Lewis and Clark Community College Highlights Role in $27.2B Statewide Economic Impact, Supporting More Than 324,000 Jobs

    Lewis and Clark Community College Highlights Role in $27.2B Statewide Economic Impact, Supporting More Than 324,000 Jobs

    New Study Reinforces Value of Illinois Community Colleges GODFREY — Illinois Community College Board data shows that Illinois’ community colleges are a powerful driver of the state’s economy, generating $27.2 billion in total economic impact…

  • Real Estate Classes Offered this Summer Semester

    Real Estate Classes Offered this Summer Semester

    GODFREY – Lewis and Clark Community College is meeting the changes and challenges in the growing real estate field by offering classes to help individuals enter that career field as brokers. An individual must pass…

  • Winners of LC’s 21st Juried Student Art Exhibition Announced

    Winners of LC’s 21st Juried Student Art Exhibition Announced

    Winners from this year’s exhibit are, from left to right, Gabrielle McQuay, Katelyn Ren Dennis, Madison Rae, Mackenzie Geary, Ann Davidson, Melissa Mulrean, Bobbi Tervasi, Computer Graphics and Web Design Instructor Jacklyn Meyer, Fine Art…

  • Breaking the Silence: Simone Biles and the Strength to Step Back

    Breaking the Silence: Simone Biles and the Strength to Step Back

    David Sanchez Dsanchezmolano@lc.edu Godfrey – Mental health is a crucial topic that affects people in all areas of life, including elite athletes. Many people believe that success means strength at all times, but this is…