Lewis and Clark Community College

January 2022
Jan 25, 2022
L&C Announces Fall 2021 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Fall 2021 semester.
Jan 21, 2022
20-Year L&C Adjunct Winn Earns ICCTA Awards Nomination
In his 20 years as both an adjunct instructor at Lewis and Clark Community College and Superintendent of the Lewis and Clark State Historical Site in Hartford, Brad Winn has made it a goal to transform history into an experience.
Jan 14, 2022
L&C’s Graphic Design and Web Programs Going All in on Flexibility
Two of Lewis and Clark Community College’s tech career programs are going all-in on flexible course offerings to maximize student accessibility.
Jan 14, 2022
L&C GED® Classes Provide Students with Flexible Options
Get it Done Online, Remote or In-Person
Jan 10, 2022
NGRREC Taking Applications for Expanded Paid Internship Program
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠), a division of Lewis and Clark Community College, is offering an opportunity for students enrolled in area colleges and universities to apply for paid internships in the 2022 School Year Internship program.
Jan 6, 2022
L&C to Launch Competency Based Education in Welding This Spring
Now students can earn a degree based on their skills, rather than their time in the classroom, with Lewis and Clark Community College’s new Competency-Based Education (CBE) track in Welding Technology.
Jan 6, 2022
January Neighbor Nights Virtual Event Explores Watershed Cairns
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) will kick off 2022 with a virtual Neighbor Nights event, featuring the work of artists Libby Reuter and Joshua Rowan and their Watershed Cairns: Water Marked with Art project.
Jan 5, 2022
L&C Responds to High Demand in Paralegal Job Market
In an effort to help meet the demand for paralegals in the St. Louis job market, Lewis and Clark Community College will offer eight-week classes to earn a Paralegal Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree beginning Jan. 18.
Jan 4, 2022
Real Estate Classes Offered this Spring Semester
Lewis and Clark Community College is meeting the changes and challenges in the growing real estate field by offering classes to help individuals on their path to becoming brokers.
December 2021
Dec 10, 2021
Trailblazers Give Back: Student Food Giveaway Back for a Second Year
Lewis and Clark Community College is making an annual holiday tradition out of making sure students have access to good food over winter break.
Dec 9, 2021
L&C Enrolling Now for New Pharmacy Technician Program
Students interested in a career as a Pharmacy Technician can now earn a Certificate of Completion in just one semester through Lewis and Clark Community College, starting in the Spring 2022 semester.
November 2021
Nov 22, 2021
L&C Blendflex Offers the Best of Both Worlds – In Person & Online
Lewis and Clark Community College students can now attend classes online or in-person – or a little bit of both – with nearly 40 Blendflex sections being offered this spring.
Nov 19, 2021
NGRREC Awarded Swarovski Waterschool Grant
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRRECsm), a division of Lewis and Clark Community College, has been awarded a renewal of their grant with Swarovski Waterschool.
Nov 4, 2021
Celebrate America Recycles Day at Interactive Neighbor Nights
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) will celebrate America Recycles Day with an interactive Neighbor Nights, providing information about recycling and composting.
Nov 3, 2021
L&C Veterans Club to host Blood Drive Wednesday, Nov. 17
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 17, in The Commons on L&C’s Godfrey Campus.
Nov 3, 2021
L&C Faculty Art Exhibit Opens in Hatheway Cultural Center
The annual Lewis and Clark Community College Art Faculty Exhibition opened Friday in the Hatheway Cultural Center on the college’s Godfrey Campus.
Nov 3, 2021
NGRREC Expands Fall Walk and Talk Series
Due to the success of the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s (NGRRECsm) recent Walk and Talk events, the program will be extended into November.
October 2021
Oct 22, 2021
L&C Students’ Art Displayed at Wood River Small Works Competition
The artwork of six Lewis and Clark Community College students has been chosen for display at the annual Wood River Heritage Council’s Small Works Art Competition.
Oct 22, 2021
L&C Scholarship Applications Open for 2022-2023
Lewis and Clark Community College’s scholarship application is now available for students planning to attend in 2022-2023. Apply today at www.lc.edu/scholarships.
Oct 21, 2021
Yoga, Self Defense, Medicare and Waltz: L&C’s Community Education Classes Begin Soon
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education classes begin the week of Oct. 25 with four eclectic courses designed to educate and enrich community members.
Oct 21, 2021
L&C Art Faculty Exhibition Back in Person for 2021
Lewis and Clark Community College’s annual Art Faculty Exhibition is returning to the Hatheway Cultural Center Gallery this year.
Oct 20, 2021
Join L&C for a Filmmaker Discussion on ‘The Pruitt-Igoe Myth’
Join an exploration and discussion of the history and culture of systemic racism and stigmas around poverty and public housing with Lewis and Clark Community College this month during a free, virtual discussion with Filmmaker Chad Friedrichs from “The Pruitt-Igoe Myth.”
Oct 15, 2021
Tigers Invited to Join Trailblazers for “Friday Night Lights’
Are you ready for some football? Tigers fans and area residents are invited to join Lewis and Clark Community College for a pre-game social event on the college’s N.O. Nelson Campus from 5-7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 22.
Oct 14, 2021
Haskell Named Distinguished Woman in American History
The Ninian Edwards Chapter, National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) has recognized Harriet Newell Haskell as a Distinguished Woman in American History.
Oct 12, 2021
L&C to Hold eWaste Drive October 29-30
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Office of Sustainability, along with CJD e-Cycling, will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, October 29, and Saturday, October 30, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from the college’s Godfrey Campus.
Oct 6, 2021
L&C YouthBuild Helping to Make Seniors’ Homes Smarter
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Building Futures YouthBuild is partnering with Ameren Illinois, Senior Services Plus (SSP) and the Alton Housing Authority to help local senior citizens save energy and money while making their homes more comfortable.
Oct 5, 2021
October Neighbor Nights Will Focus on Grassland Birds
October Neighbor Nights at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) will present research findings on grassland birds and how they respond to different management practices.
September 2021
Sep 24, 2021
NGRREC to Hold Fall Native Bulb and Seed Swap
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center is inviting the public to the Field Station for a fall native bulb and seed swap in October.
Sep 24, 2021
L&C Hosting Minority Info Fair Sept. 30
Lewis and Clark Community College will engage with minority students on campus next Thursday to share information and resources that can help them reach their academic and career goals.
Sep 23, 2021
NGRREC to Offer Field Station Walk and Talks in October
Members of the public will have the opportunity to learn about the environment and tour the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s Field Station on three separate dates in October.
Sep 23, 2021
Massie is L&C’s 2021 Emerson Award Nominee
DeAnna Massie is Lewis and Clark Community College’s 2021 Emerson Electric Excellence in Teaching Award nominee.
Sep 21, 2021
Volunteers Needed for Nurdle Patrol at a River Near You
Illinois Riverwatch and the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center are partnering with the Nurdle Patrol to recruit volunteers to clean up plastic waste in local waterways this October.
Sep 14, 2021
Bike MS: Gateway Getaway 2021 Returns to L&C
After taking 2020 off for the pandemic, cyclists from across the region gathered at Lewis and Clark Community College Sept. 11-12 for Bike MS: Gateway Getaway 2021.
Sep 10, 2021
NGRREC Hosts Virtual Neighbor Nights on Nurdle Patrol
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center is partnering with Illinois RiverWatch for a virtual September Neighbor Nights.
Sep 8, 2021
Pre-Entrance Exam Opens for L&C Nursing Program
Future nurses hoping to attend Lewis and Clark Community College’s prestigious Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program should register now for their pre-entrance exam (HESI) to be considered for admission in Fall 2022 or later.
Sep 3, 2021
L&C Recognizes Labor Day, 9/11 and End of Afghanistan War
Lewis and Clark Community College and L&C Veteran Services is honoring the anniversary of 9/11, the end of the war in Afghanistan and Labor Day.
Sep 2, 2021
L&C Vets Club Teaming Up with Old Bakery Beer Company for Blood Drive Sept. 15
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 15, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, in Alton.
Sep 2, 2021
L&C President Trzaska Addresses COVID-19 Mandate Concerns
Lewis and Clark Community College President Dr. Ken Trzaska led an open community forum on Tuesday, Aug. 31, in the Hatheway Cultural Center’s Ann Whitney Olin Theatre, and on Zoom, to answer questions and address concerns regarding COVID-19 protocols mandated by the State of Illinois at colleges and universities.
August 2021
Aug 30, 2021
L&C to Close Areas of Main Complex Aug. 30
Lewis and Clark Community College announced Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2021 that it will be closing areas of its historic Main Complex on the Godfrey Campus to address safety concerns, resulting mainly from the building’s natural aging process and limited use throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Aug 27, 2021
L&C Plans Community Forum to Discuss COVID Mandates
Lewis and Clark Community College will hold a hybrid community forum next Tuesday to discuss Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s recent mask and vaccine mandate for higher education to mitigate spread of COVID-19 in Illinois.
Aug 27, 2021
L&C’s College for Life Accepts Sewing Machine Donation
Students in the College for Life program at Lewis and Clark Community College will have the opportunity to expand their life skills with the addition of sewing machines donated by the Lynne F. Solon Foundation.
Aug 23, 2021
L&C Students Return to Campus This Week
For the first time since coronavirus restrictions caused a campus-wide shift to virtual learning, Lewis and Clark Community College welcomed students back to an open campus Aug. 23 for the start of the Fall 2021 semester.
Aug 23, 2021
Gateway Region Grow Solar Programs Reach Third Goal: 300kW Benchmark
The Grow Solar St. Louis and Grow Solar Metro East programs have met their third kilowatt hour volume milestone of 300 collective kilowatts (kW), resulting in a larger discount to all participants.
Aug 20, 2021
L&C Adult Education Program Receives State Adult Literacy Grant
The Office of Illinois Secretary of State/Illinois State Librarian Jesse White has announced that Lewis and Clark Community College has been awarded an Adult Volunteer Literacy Grant in the amount of $64,896.
Aug 20, 2021
Support-Driven Dean Joins L&C Team
One of the latest in a slew of changes to Lewis and Clark Community College’s organizational structure to streamline its focus on student service is the addition of a new Dean of Liberal Arts, Business and Information Technology.
Aug 17, 2021
L&C’s Blockton Wins National Award for Commitment to Service
Alexandra Blockton, a student of Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, Illinois, has been nationally recognized for her outstanding leadership through service.
Aug 16, 2021
Lewis and Clark Welcomes Dean and Four Faculty Members
Lewis and Clark Community College has welcomed a new dean, in addition to four full-time faculty members, for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Aug 13, 2021
New DEI Director Seeks to Foster Sense of Belonging on L&C Campus
Lewis and Clark Community College is strengthening its commitment to empowering students and team members this fall with the addition of a new Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusive Excellence.
Aug 11, 2021
L&C Community Education Offers Waltz for Beginners Class
The Community Education division at Lewis and Clark Community College is offering a waltz class for beginners this fall.
Aug 5, 2021
New Counselor Joins L&C in Time for Fall Semester
Terri Austin, LCPC, transitioned into her new role as Lewis and Clark Community College’s new full-time counselor July 1, just in time to welcome students back to campus for the fall semester.
Aug 5, 2021
Real Estate Classes Offered this Fall Semester
Lewis and Clark Community College is meeting the changes and challenges in the growing real estate field by offering classes to help individuals on their path to becoming brokers.
Aug 5, 2021
Urban Native Habitat Installation is Topic of August Neighbor Nights
August’s Neighbor Nights event at Lewis and Clark Community College’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will not only feature a presentation on urban native habitat installations, but an open house and tours of the facility will also be available.
Aug 3, 2021
July Solar Flare Results in Increased Residential Solar
Bulk Purchase Program Helps New Solar Buyers Learn and Save
July 2021
Jul 27, 2021
L&C Grad Tucker Made Mark in Sports Broadcasting and Writing
Whether it was print, radio or video broadcasting, Lewis and Clark Community College 2021 graduate Nathan Tucker played an integral part in nearly all forms of student-run sports media in his two years as a Trailblazer.
Jul 22, 2021
L&C and NGRREC Habitat Strike Team Earns New Grants, Funding
Lewis and Clark Community College and the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center recently received grants and funding totaling $420,000, which will be used to expand full-time staff and expand the capability of the Habitat Strike Team.
Jul 20, 2021
L&C Veterans Club is Teaming Up with Old Bakery Beer Company for Blood Drive July 21
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, July 21, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, in Alton.
Jul 19, 2021
L&C Project READ Tutor Beneze Honored with State Service Award
Lewis and Clark Community College Project READ tutor Lee Beneze was one of only 10 voluntary adult tutors across Illinois to be honored by the State Library last Thursday, July 15, with a 2021 Spotlight on Service Award.
Jul 19, 2021
Planned Services Outage for System Upgrades
Due to necessary upgrades to our systems, Colleague, Self-service, and Blazernet will be down.
Jul 7, 2021
Environmental Educator Flips the Switch on New Solar System
Bulk Purchase Program Helps New Solar Buyers Learn and Save
Jul 6, 2021
L&C Student Trustee Copeland Makes Mark with Honors College
With a focus on science, communication and inclusivity, Lewis and Clark Community College student Sam Copeland certainly made the most of his freshman year in 2020-21, and he’s far from done.
Jul 6, 2021
L&C’s YouthBuild, Collaborators Celebrate Completion of Habitat for Humanity Project at Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Members of Lewis and Clark Community College's Building Futures YouthBuild/AmeriCorps joined other collaborators, including an NFL Hall of Famer, Friday morning to see Lewis and Clark Habitat for Humanity’s latest project come to fruition.
June 2021
Jun 28, 2021
July NGRREC Neighbor Nights to Highlight Intern Projects
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will be highlighting the work of its interns and staff during a special July Neighbor Nights event.
Jun 28, 2021
NGRREC to Offer Free Summer Camps for Kids
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will host free summer camps for kids in July and August this year.
Jun 28, 2021
L&C Vets Club to Host KSHE-95 Summer Blood Drive July 9-10
Roll up your sleeves with the home of Real Rock Radio, KSHE-95, and the Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club and donate blood to help ImpactLife save lives.
Jun 25, 2021
L&C Summerfest Welcomes Prospective Students Back to Campus
Lewis and Clark Community College is planning a recruitment event and summer barbecue Thursday, July 15, to welcome prospective and current students back to campus.
Jun 24, 2021
Lewis and Clark Community College Building Futures YouthBuild Receives $159,459 AmeriCorps Funding from National YouthBuild USA Grant
In recognition of its continued service to opportunity youth, Lewis and Clark Community College Building Futures YouthBuild has been awarded $99,400 in AmeriCorps funding and $60,059.24 in available education award for service members from a national YouthBuild USA grant.
Jun 22, 2021
L&C Announces Spring 2021 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Spring 2021 semester.
Jun 17, 2021
L&C Hosts Targeted Job Fair for Food Service Workers
Lewis and Clark Community College, along with Madison County Employment and Training and the RiverBend Growth Association, hosted a targeted job fair in The Commons, Wednesday, June 16.
Jun 15, 2021
New Agreement to Streamline Path from L&C to Lindenwood
Lewis and Clark Community College and Lindenwood University marked a new agreement that will streamline the transfer process and make more scholarship money available to Lindenwood-bound Trailblazers, Monday, June 7.
Jun 14, 2021
‘Intimate Parallels’ is L&C Alum’s First Solo Exhibition
The photography of Lewis and Clark Community College alumna Kaleigh Grace will be featured this summer in “Intimate Parallels,” a solo exhibition at Picture This and More in Alton.
Jun 14, 2021
L&C Monticello Sculpture Gardens Announces 2021 Summer Garden Show
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Monticello Sculpture Gardens is inviting guests back to campus this summer for a home-grown garden show full of optimism and hope after a rough year.
Jun 3, 2021
L&C Hoping to Engage Minority Students During Recruitment Event
Lewis and Clark Community College is inviting prospective minority students to a new event on campus designed to show how the college can help them reach their academic and career goals.
Jun 3, 2021
Lewis and Clark Hosting Targeted Job Fair June 16
Lewis and Clark Community College will host a Targeted Job Fair this month to match students and community residents with area employers who are searching for servers, dishwashers, bartenders, etc.
Jun 1, 2021
L&C’s College for Life Program to Continue Offering Virtual Option
Lewis and Clark Community College’s popular College for Life program for adults who have disabilities will continue offering a virtual option for participants this fall after a successful first run during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 2021
May 27, 2021
Standout Nursing Student Has Eye on Advanced Degree
Some people know what they want to do from a young age. Others, like Lewis and Clark Community College Nursing graduate Christopher Elam, are guided by circumstance.
May 25, 2021
L&C Grad Hannaford Became Familiar Voice on Local Sports Radio
The voice of Lewis and Clark Community College graduate Ethan Hannaford became a familiar one to area sports fans during his time broadcasting games for WLCA 89.9-FM.
May 24, 2021
Community Forums to Discuss Future of Mannie Jackson Center
Lewis and Clark Community College is hosting upcoming community forums to gather feedback related to the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities® building in Edwardsville.
May 24, 2021
NGRREC Opens Its Doors for June 15 Neighbor Nights
For the first time in more than a year, the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center will welcome visitors, giving the public the option of attending June Neighbor Nights in person or virtually.
May 20, 2021
College for Kids Offers Summer of Learning and Fun
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education division invites children to learn and have fun during its College for Kids program this summer.
May 18, 2021
Graphic Design Student Leaves Mark on L&C Campus
After the diplomas are distributed and the caps are tossed into the air, the work of Lewis and Clark Community College graduate Breanna Sak will continue to brighten a corner of campus.
May 18, 2021
Graphic Design & Photography Student of the Year to Continue Studies in Fine Arts
Mary Curvey, 20, of Alton is graduating this week with an Associate in Applied Science degree and Certificate of Proficiency in Graphic Design – but you won’t see her at Commencement. You will, however, see her on campus next year, as she continues her education in pursuit of a Fine Arts degree.
May 18, 2021
YouthBuild to Offer Brunch and Blessing Bags with Salvation Army
A little extra help will be available to those in need Friday, May 21, as students from Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild AmeriCorps program will host a “Brunch and Blessing Bags” event at the Salvation Army, 525 Alby St. in Alton.
May 14, 2021
L&C Grad Sets Sights on Career in Automotive and IT
When choosing a career, people are often advised to do what they love. Lewis and Clark Community College graduate Ethan Boyer has fully grasped this concept.
May 14, 2021
L&C Veterans Club Teaming Up with Old Bakery Beer for Blood Drive
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, May 18, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, in Alton.
May 12, 2021
L&C Graphic Design Student Wins Interactive Mural Competition
A new, interactive mural will soon be revealed on Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey Campus, and campus and community members alike are invited to come out and take pictures with it.
May 10, 2021
Copeland Lands Roberts Motors Endowed Scholarship
Lewis and Clark Community College Honors College scholar and Student Trustee Sam Copeland, of Bethalto, was awarded the Roberts Motors Endowed Scholarship during the Honors College’s scaled-down annual Expo, May 6, in the Ringhausen Music Building Atrium.
May 7, 2021
L&C College for Life Student Honored for Saving Baby
Ben Mazur, a Lewis and Clark Community College student enrolled in the College for Life program, was officially hailed as a hero by the City of Alton on Wednesday, during a surprise ceremony on his 25th birthday.
May 5, 2021
L&C’s Student Newspaper Hauls in 22 ICCJA Awards
Besting last year’s tally of 17 awards, Lewis and Clark Community College’s student-run newspaper, The Bridge, earned a record-breaking 22 awards in the 2021 Illinois Community College Journalism Association (ICCJA) awards.
April 2021
Apr 30, 2021
Barach, Rumph, Schrimpf Join L&C Foundation Board of Directors
The Lewis and Clark Community College Foundation Board installed three new directors April 21 – Marlene Barach, Jerry Rumph and Matt Schrimpf.
Apr 23, 2021
L&C Student Art Exhibition Opens Virtually, Featuring 96 Works
Lewis and Clark Community College’s 16th annual Student Art Exhibition opened virtually on Friday, April 23, with all 96 works displayed online for viewing.
Apr 23, 2021
L&C’s Macoupin County Community Education Center Celebrates Earth Week
In celebration of Earth Week and in recognition of the late State Senator and Carlinville Mayor Deanna Demuzio, and her husband, the late State Senator Vince Demuzio, Lewis and Clark Community College Horticulture Manager Ethan Braasch braved the spring snow to plant two holly trees and a holly shrub at L&C’s Macoupin County Community Education Center in Carlinville.
Apr 22, 2021
L&C Adult Education Thanks Tutors With Lunch
Members of Lewis and Clark Community College’s Adult Education Department served boxed lunches to their volunteer tutors on Saturday, April 17, 2021, as thanks for their work in the program.
Apr 19, 2021
L&C Board Honors Longest Tenured Trustee
L&C’s longest tenured trustee ended his final term serving Community College District 536 Tuesday night and looks forward to retirement. Trustee Robert L. Watson has been serving the L&C Board of Trustees since 1977, including a stint as board chairman from 1983-2019.
Apr 19, 2021
L&C Gives Away Hygiene Products for National Volunteer Week
Student Activities and SGA are participating in this year’s National Volunteer Week by giving away personal, household and laundry products to students in need through an LC Cares Hygiene Giveaway event Monday and Tuesday.
Apr 19, 2021
L&C YouthBuild Students Volunteer for Clean Communities Program
A group of students from Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild AmeriCorps program volunteered Friday, April 9, to tidy an Alton neighborhood as part of the Alton City-Wide Litter Clean-Up coordinated by Alton Main Street.
Apr 19, 2021
Student Starts and Completes Paralegal Degree During Pandemic
It takes a significant amount of strength and hard work to overcome a difficult childhood. Lewis and Clark Community College alumna Tabitha Elliott not only survived some tough years; she thrived.
Apr 19, 2021
L&C to Hold eWaste Drive April 23-24
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Office of Sustainability, along with CJD e-Cycling, will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, April 23, and Saturday, April 24, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from the college’s Godfrey Campus.
Apr 15, 2021
L&C Student’s Stage Experience Provides Competitive Edge
As it turns out, 2021 You Have A Voice! Humanities Speech Competition winner Grace Costello delivered more than a well-crafted and presented speech – she brought years of performance experience to the virtual stage.
Apr 15, 2021
Neighbor Nights to Showcase NGRREC’s Educational Opportunities
Join the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) in celebration of National Environmental Education Week with a virtual Neighbor Nights featuring a presentation on the center’s educational initiatives.
Apr 15, 2021
LC Cares: Free Hygiene Products for Students in Need
National Volunteer Week kicks off Monday, April 19, and L&C Student Activities is celebrating by hosting a personal and home hygiene products giveaway for LC Cares.
Apr 14, 2021
L&C Plans Outdoor Commencement at Public School Stadium
As COVID-19 metrics continue to improve in the Metro East region, Lewis and Clark Community College is planning to hold its 50th Annual Commencement ceremony outdoors next month.
Apr 6, 2021
FAIT Academy Offers High School Students a Unique Look at FBI
The Future Agents in Training (FAIT) Academy is offering high school juniors and seniors a unique opportunity to learn what it’s like working for the FBI.
Apr 5, 2021
Grow Solar Returns for Sixth Year to the Metro East Region Due to Demand
Bulk Purchase Program Helps Homeowners and Businesses by Reducing the Cost of Renewable Energy
Apr 2, 2021
NGRREC Invites Public to Plastic Pollution Initiative River Clean-up
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) invites the public to a river clean-up event at the Jerry Costello Confluence Field Station.
March 2021
Mar 30, 2021
L&C Honors College Seeks Applicants, Sets Informational Meeting
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Honors College (LCHC) is holding a virtual event to provide information on how the program can maximize transfer-bound students’ collegiate experience at L&C.
Mar 29, 2021
NGRREC Announces Photo Contest Winners
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) has announced the winners of the Swarovski Waterschool photo contest, recently held in recognition of United Nations World Water Day and as part of the 2021 Water Festival.
Mar 24, 2021
Summer and Fall Registration Now Underway at Lewis and Clark
Lewis and Clark Community College is now enrolling for the Summer and Fall 2021 semesters, with more face-to-face options available for students.
Mar 19, 2021
L&C Leads Peers in Persistence and Completion Rates
Lewis and Clark Community College not only offers a high quality education, but also the support needed to keep students successful.
Mar 18, 2021
Blockton Named IACEA 2021 Adult Learner of the Year
The Illinois Adult Continuing Educators Association (IACEA) has named Lewis and Clark Community College Adult Education student Alexandra (Thompson) Blockton as the winner of the 2021 Paul Simon Adult Learner of the Year award.
Mar 16, 2021
‘GED® With Jill’ Offers Answers, Info on Adult Learning at L&C
Ready to take the next step toward a steady career by earning your GED®/High School Equivalency (HSE)? Lewis and Clark Community College Adult Education Outreach Coordinator Jill Dupy is here to help you.
Mar 16, 2021
Grow Native! Digging in to Your Garden Part 2 Panel Webinar March 25th, 2021
Learn from four southwestern Illinois regional experts on landscaping and designing with native plants in this panel webinar, free to all registrants, hosted by the Grow Native! Southwest Illinois event committee and the Grow Native! program.
Mar 15, 2021
Patient Advocate and Entrepreneur Found Confidence at L&C
While doubts and a lack of confidence hold most people back, Lewis and Clark Community College alumna Whitney Joy used those doubts to light her path.
Mar 15, 2021
L&C Music Department Thrives with In-Person Classes and Safety Measures
Thanks to the success of its COVID-19 safety precautions, the Lewis and Clark Community College Music Department hasn’t missed a beat while holding in-person classes.
Mar 15, 2021
LC Cares Efforts This Year to Address Student Hygiene Needs
Lewis and Clark Community College students are driving home a need for personal and home hygiene donations, and leading an effort to make a big impact for those in need on campus.
Mar 15, 2021
NGRREC Celebrates UN World Water Day with Photo Contest
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) and Swarovski Waterschool will host a student photography contest to celebrate United Nations World Water Day on March 22.
Mar 10, 2021
Lewis and Clark Seeks Community Feedback on Strategic Direction
Lewis and Clark Community College is planning for the future and seeking feedback from community stakeholders.
Mar 8, 2021
March Neighbor Nights will be “All About Water”
Water will be the focus of the March Neighbor Nights virtual event at The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC).
Mar 4, 2021
L&C Professor of Art Featured in Multiple Shows This Spring
Lewis and Clark Community College Art faculty don’t just teach art – they’re also working artists. Their students learn and benefit from not only their instruction, but also their experiences.
Mar 4, 2021
Work of Two L&C Students Displayed at Art St. Louis Exhibition
The work of two Lewis and Clark Community College Art students will be on display in the upcoming Art St. Louis exhibition “Varsity Art XXV.”
Mar 2, 2021
L&C Grad Brings Inspiration to Macoupin County
Pablo Picasso once said, “Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.” It’s a mantra not lost on Lewis and Clark Community College alumna and The Macoupin County Art Collective (The MAC) Executive Director Brandace Cloud.
Mar 2, 2021
Virtual Early Bird Registration Now Underway
Early Bird Registration for high school seniors is now underway at Lewis and Clark Community College in a virtual format.
Mar 2, 2021
NGRREC Summer Research Program Prepares Next Generation of Wetland Scientists
The National Great Rivers Research and Education (NGRRECsm) is accepting applications for a summer program aimed at giving undergraduates the opportunity to conduct real-life field research in area wetlands.
February 2021
Feb 26, 2021
L&C Grad Introduces Welding to the Masses
As in many trade industries, there’s a job gap between the number of welders looking to retire and the number of qualified applicants entering the workforce. Women, like Lewis and Clark Community College’s Charlie Vonder Haar, have found great success in an industry traditionally dominated by men.
Feb 25, 2021
L&C Veterans Club Teaming Up with Old Bakery Beer for Blood Drive
Be a lucky charm for someone in need this St. Patrick’s Day.
Feb 25, 2021
L&C Phi Theta Kappa Recognized for 25% Growth
Lewis and Clark Community College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, Eta Psi, has been recognized by the national honor society for its growth.
Feb 11, 2021
L&C Announces Fall 2020 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Fall 2020 semester.
Feb 8, 2021
UMSL, Lewis and Clark Sign Transfer Agreement to Support East St. Louis Students Pursuing Degrees in Nursing
A new articulation agreement between UMSL and Lewis and Clark Community College’s East St. Louis Higher Education Center in Illinois is helping alleviate the nursing shortage and developing a diverse workforce across the region through the newly created Bridge to BSN program.
Feb 3, 2021
Germania Brew Haus Creates New Scholarship at L&C
Germania Brew Haus’ newly established scholarship for Lewis and Clark Community College students is now open for applications, along with more than 150 other opportunities.
Feb 2, 2021
L&C Announces Virtual Events for Black History Month
Lewis and Clark Community College Student Activities is hosting and promoting a myriad of free virtual events for February’s Black History Month, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Feb 2, 2021
Need Help Navigating College Enrollment? Just Ask Amy
Lewis and Clark Community College Recruiter Amy Bowling is going live on Zoom weekly to answer questions about the college enrollment process.
January 2021
Jan 29, 2021
NGRREC Continues Work at Palisades Preserve, Hopes to Add Public Programming
The National Great Rivers Research Education Center (NGRREC℠) and its collaborators continue efforts to restore and maintain the Palisades Nature Preserve near Grafton, with an eye on adding public programming at the site.
Jan 28, 2021
L&C Nursing Students Give COVID-19 Vaccines in Partnership with Madison County Health Department
The Commons at Lewis and Clark Community College on Tuesday was transformed into a multi-station COVID-19 vaccine clinic, serving as many as 120 healthcare students and staff.
Jan 27, 2021
Illini Legend Deon Thomas Headlines RiverWatch Virtual Fundraiser
Fighting Illini basketball great Deon Thomas will be the featured guest at an Illinois RiverWatch virtual fundraiser on Thursday, Feb. 18, hosted by the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center.
Jan 26, 2021
Grow Native! Digging in to 2021 with Your Garden Plan Panel Webinar February 4th, 2021
Learn from four regional experts on landscaping and designing with native plants in this panel webinar, free to all registrants, hosted by the Grow Native! Southwest Illinois event committee and the Grow Native! program.
Jan 22, 2021
L&C Truck Driver Training Promises a Road to a Comfortable Career
Of all the roadmaps to a reliable, well-paying career, Lewis and Clark Community College’s Truck Driver Training program could be described as an expressway of sorts.
Jan 22, 2021
NGRREC Invites Public to Great Backyard Bird Count
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRRECsm) invites members of the community to take part in The Great Backyard Bird Count, an annual global event designed to better understand global bird populations and their annual migrations.
Jan 20, 2021
Lewis and Clark to Hold Virtual Premiere in Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.
Join Lewis and Clark Community College for a virtual celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. at noon, Thursday, Jan. 21.
Jan 19, 2021
Lewis and Clark Celebrates 660 Years of Staff and Faculty Service
The Lewis and Clark Community College Board of Trustees recognized 51 faculty and staff for their combined 660 years of service to the college during last Tuesday’s regular meeting.
Jan 15, 2021
L&C’s Mozur Earns ICCTA Outstanding Faculty Member Nomination
Lewis and Clark Community College has named Professor of Philosophy Gerald Mozur as its Spring 2021 Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member Award nominee.
Jan 14, 2021
Late Start Courses Available this Spring
Lewis and Clark Community College is offering a slate of 12-week, late start courses that will give students a second chance at a full schedule beginning in February.
Jan 11, 2021
L&C Paralegal Students Find Quick Path to Success
No matter the economy, the key to finding a good job or advancing in a chosen field is the right training. Students from L&C’s Paralegal program have proven that the need for qualified paralegals is real and immediate.
Jan 11, 2021
Papin Proves Herself in L&C’s Criminal Justice Program
During her time in Lewis and Clark Community College’s Criminal Justice program, alumna Betsy Papin showed that she has what it takes to protect and serve.
Jan 4, 2021
L&C’s Fire Science Program Earns FESHE Designation
The Fire Science program at Lewis and Clark Community College has earned recognition as a Fire and Emergency Services Higher Education (FESHE) college from the National Fire Academy (NFA), a subset of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Jan 4, 2021
L&C Veterans Club Teaming Up with Old Bakery Beer for Blood Drive
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 14, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, in Alton.
December 2020
Dec 22, 2020
L&C Food Drive Benefits Students and Families
Lewis and Clark Community College volunteers provided 107 students and families with frozen meals prepared by L&C Chef Tim Weaver during a food giveaway held Dec. 21 and 22.
Dec 18, 2020
L&C Student Marenike Moyegun Finds Happiness in Leadership Roles
In her first three semesters studying science and chemistry at Lewis and Clark Community College, Marenike Moyegun has established herself as a future leader whose life experience has directed her to make a positive impact on generations to come.
Dec 15, 2020
Trailblazers Give Back: L&C Feeding a Need This Holiday Season
Lewis and Clark Community College is giving back this holiday season by providing free meals, food items and grocery gift cards to help students in need weather the upcoming winter break.
Dec 11, 2020
NGRREC to Lead Outreach and Education Component of NSF Grant
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) has been chosen to lead the outreach and education component of a $6 million grant awarded to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Civil and Environmental Engineering department.
Dec 10, 2020
L&C Music Video Collaboration Shares Happiness in Difficult Times
A new music video produced by a wide collaboration of Lewis and Clark Community College students, faculty and staff seeks to find some positivity and share kindness amid the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dec 7, 2020
L&C’s 49th Annual Commencement to Premiere on YouTube Dec. 20
Lewis and Clark Community College’s belated 49th Annual Commencement is moving forward in a virtual format this month to celebrate the achievements of 872 graduates and members of the Class of 2020.
Dec 1, 2020
Holiday Décor Goes Up at L&C Thanks to Godfrey Women’s Club Donation
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Lewis and Clark Community College, thanks to the continued generosity and holiday spirit of the Godfrey Women’s Club.
November 2020
Nov 25, 2020
Learn Why the Mississippi is Listed Among the World’s Great Rivers
Join the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) for a Neighbor Nights virtual presentation on why the Mississippi River is considered one of the world’s great waterways.
Nov 23, 2020
Godfrey’s Germania Brew Haus Funds L&C Scholarship
Lewis and Clark Community College has partnered with Germania Brew Haus to fund a scholarship for L&C students.
Nov 19, 2020
L&C Moving Offerings in Pharmacy Tech, Diesel Forward
Lewis and Clark Community College is moving forward with two new programs to meet industry needs and create meaningful employment opportunities for district residents.
Nov 18, 2020
Lewis and Clark 2021-2022 Scholarship Application is Open
The application for Lewis and Clark Community College scholarships for 2021-2022 is now available at www.lc.edu/scholarships.
Nov 16, 2020
L&C Diversity Council, LC Pride to Honor Trans Day of Remembrance
Lewis and Clark Community College will observe a Trans Day of Remembrance, Thursday, Nov. 19, with virtual guest speaker Jaimie Hileman.
Nov 16, 2020
Germania Brew Haus, L&C Kick Off Fundraiser for New Scholarship Nov. 21
Coffee lovers, get ready to “round up” and be the change by supporting a new Germania Brew Haus Scholarship for Lewis and Clark Community College students.
Nov 16, 2020
L&C Veterans Club to Host Blood Drive Wednesday, Nov. 18
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, at The Old Bakery Beer Company, 400 Landmarks Boulevard, Alton, IL.
Nov 16, 2020
L&C Photography Students See Success at Wood River Art Competition
The work of Lewis and Clark Community College art students is being noticed in the thriving local community art scene.
Nov 9, 2020
L&C Music Faculty to Livestream Concert Featuring ‘Banned Composers’
An array of early works by famous composers will be the subject of an upcoming concert by Lewis and Clark Community College Music faculty, which will be livestreamed on YouTube at noon, Thursday, Nov. 12.
Nov 9, 2020
L&C’s Seble Burton Receives Illinois Spotlight on Achievement Award
Seble Burton, of Alton, a student in Lewis and Clark Community College’s Project READ program, recently received a Spotlight on Achievement Award presented by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Literacy Office and the Illinois State Library.
Nov 9, 2020
L&C to Introduce Blendflex Courses This Spring
Lewis and Clark Community College will add a new, flexible course format to its spring offerings, which otherwise will look much like the fall semester.
Nov 6, 2020
L&C’s WESST Meets Market Demand with Contact Tracing Course
Recognizing the need for trained contact tracers in the region, Lewis and Clark Community College’s Workforce Education, Solutions and Safety Training (WESST) has added an online Contact Tracing and Infection Control course to its curriculum.
Nov 4, 2020
L&C Honors College, Diversity Council to Host Discussion with ‘The Pruitt-Igoe Myth’ Filmmaker Chad Friedrichs
Join an exploration and discussion of the history and culture of systemic racism and stigmas around poverty and public housing with Lewis and Clark Community College this November during a free, virtual discussion with Filmmaker Chad Friedrichs from “The Pruitt-Igoe Myth.”
Nov 2, 2020
Young Making Waves in NGRREC Education Programming
It’s only been a couple months since Jen Young joined the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRRECsm) as an environmental educator, but she’s already making waves of progress within the program, stationed at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station in East Alton.
Nov 2, 2020
L&C’s Art Faculty Exhibition Has Gone Virtual
Lewis and Clark Community College’s annual Art Faculty Exhibition has gone totally online this year, due to COVID-19.
October 2020
Oct 30, 2020
Earn Full College Credit in One-Fourth the Time at L&C This Winter
Students can earn full college credit in a number of transferrable online courses in just a fraction of the time with Lewis and Clark Community College’s Winter Intersession offerings.
Oct 30, 2020
L&C Board, President Looking Ahead to the ‘Next 50 Years’
The Lewis and Clark Community College Board of Trustees attended a virtual retreat in mid-October with college President Ken Trzaska to start laying the groundwork for the “next 50 years.”
Oct 26, 2020
L&C Restoration Ecology Student Lives His Passion
Hard work and a clear vision of what he wants to achieve has helped a Lewis and Clark Community College student step from his degree program into his field of choice.
Oct 23, 2020
L&C to Hold eWaste Drive Oct. 30-31
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Office of Sustainability, along with CJD e-Cycling, will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Oct. 30, and Saturday, Oct. 31, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from the college’s Godfrey Campus.
Oct 20, 2020
Free COVID Testing Continues Tuesday at Godfrey Campus
Free drive-thru testing for COVID-19 will continue Tuesday on the campus of Lewis and Clark Community College.
Oct 16, 2020
Neighbor Nights Return to NGRREC in a Virtual Format
Neighbor Nights are back at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) in a new virtual format.
Oct 15, 2020
Drive-through COVID Testing on Campus Oct. 19-20
Drive-through COVID-19 testing will return to Godfrey next week, but is moving to a new location – Lewis and Clark Community College.
Oct 9, 2020
Grow Native! Nature at Your Doorstep Panel Webinar on October 21, 2020
Learn from six regional experts on landscaping and designing with native plants in this panel webinar, free to all registrants, hosted by the Grow Native! Southwest Illinois event committee and the Grow Native! program.
Oct 9, 2020
NGRREC Interns Wrap-up Summer with Virtual Symposium
Despite the pandemic, Lewis and Clark Community College’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) summer internship was able to take place.
Oct 8, 2020
New L&C President Exploring District 536
It’s week three officially on the job as Lewis and Clark Community College’s sixth president, and Dr. Ken Trzaska is on a journey of discovery across Community College District 536.
September 2020
Sep 30, 2020
L&C Introduces Full Month of Virtual Open House Events
Lewis and Clark Community College invites prospective students of all ages to join one of a series of upcoming virtual recruitment events to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer.
Sep 25, 2020
L&C Adult Education Student Shines as Ambassador
The road to success doesn’t always follow a typical path. Jarrius Burton is one example of how education and leadership skills can be achieved through non-traditional means.
Sep 24, 2020
L&C Recognizes Offerings for National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, Sept. 20-26
At Lewis and Clark Community College, many different paths lead to a successful future.
Sep 23, 2020
Project READ Student Wins State Spotlight on Achievement Award
An adult learner in Lewis and Clark Community College’s Project READ program has been recognized by the State of Illinois with a Spotlight on Achievement Award.
Sep 22, 2020
Student Launches Life-Changing Comeback with L&C and MoBap
Michelle Savage seized the opportunity for a second chance at academic success and found it, thanks to a partnership between Lewis and Clark Community College and Missouri Baptist University (MoBap).
Sep 18, 2020
Illinois RiverWatch and NGRREC to Host Fall Speaker Series
Join the Illinois RiverWatch Network and the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) for the Illinois RiverWatch Fall Speaker Series, featuring free Zoom presentations from four different scientists.
Sep 14, 2020
Environmental Education Expert Joins NGRREC’s Staff
A passion for rivers and a desire to promote place-based environmental education inspired the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s new Director of Environmental Education Sarah Fisher to join the team at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station in East Alton, Illinois.
Sep 11, 2020
New RiverWatch Technician Grew Up in the Program
Although Hannah-Beth Griffis recently joined the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC) as a RiverWatch Technician, she grew up in the program.
Sep 2, 2020
New Solar Surges in Gateway Region Despite Pandemic
The pandemic has prompted many people to make their households more sufficient, and for some St. Louis area residents, that means investing in solar power.
Sep 2, 2020
L&C and NGUD No. 3 Team Up for Innovative Welding Program
Lewis and Clark Community College and North Greene Unit District No. 3 have teamed up to offer an innovative welding program to meet the needs of students, community members and local employers.
Sep 1, 2020
Higgins Named L&C Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award Recipient
English Professor Steve Higgins is Lewis and Clark Community College’s 2020 Emerson Electric Excellence in Teaching Award recipient.
August 2020
Aug 27, 2020
L&C Welcomes Four New Full-Time Faculty
Lewis and Clark Community College welcomed four new full-time faculty members this fall.
Aug 25, 2020
Ambitious Student Launches IT Career at L&C
With an eye on a career in Information Technology (IT) and an internship already secured, Lewis and Clark Community College sophomore Tristan Moore is excited for what his future holds.
Aug 24, 2020
L&C Trustee Kevin Rust Joins ICCTA Executive Committee
Lewis and Clark Community College Trustee Kevin Rust has joined the Illinois Community College Trustees Association’s Executive Committee as the Southwest Region’s Chair for FY2021.
Aug 20, 2020
L&C Offering 12-Week, Late Start Courses This September
Lewis and Clark Community College is offering a slate of 12-week, late start courses that will give students a second chance at a full schedule beginning this September.
Aug 14, 2020
Real Estate Classes Offered this Fall
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.
Aug 14, 2020
L&C Artists Featured in “Public/Private” International, Virtual Art Exhibition
Lewis and Clark Community College Associate Professor of Art/Gallery Director Angela Hung, along with art students Jen Metcalfe, Mahogne Chapple and Sarah Gorman, recently participated in an international, collaborative, virtual art exhibition called “Public/Private.”
Aug 12, 2020
L&C Open for Walk-In Advising, Financial Aid Services
Lewis and Clark Community College is now open for limited walk-in advising and financial aid services.
Aug 12, 2020
A Message from Lewis and Clark Community College President Ken Trzaska
L&C President Ken Trzaska shared a message of inspiration for the campus community this week, just ahead of the start of the Fall 2020 semester, which begins Aug. 24.
Aug 11, 2020
L&C Working to Make Campus Safe for Students, Faculty this Fall
Lewis and Clark Community College is working to make college as safe as possible for students, faculty and staff this fall.
Aug 7, 2020
Join Licensed Kindermusik Educator Ellen Singh for a Free Zoom Presentation
Parents are invited to learn more about Kindermusik® during a free mini-course with Licensed Kindermusik Educator Ellen Singh at 7 p.m., Wednesday, August 19, on Zoom.
Aug 7, 2020
New Alton Superintendent, L&C President Address Questions from Business Group
Newly appointed Alton Superintendent Kristie Baumgartner and newly elected Lewis and Clark Community College President Ken Trzaska joined the RiverBend Growth Association for a virtual meet-and-greet Wednesday.
Aug 6, 2020
L&C’s Career Coach Provides Students with Direction and Options
With unemployment at historically high levels, many people are reevaluating their career options.
Aug 6, 2020
L&C Hosting Virtual Recruitment Event Aug. 11
Wondering what college might look like this fall? Join Lewis and Clark Community College for a virtual Trailblazer Talk recruitment event Tuesday, Aug. 11, to find out.
July 2020
Jul 31, 2020
L&C Foundation Taking Applications for Remaining Scholarships
The Lewis and Clark Community College Foundation is accepting applications for about $27,000 in remaining scholarships available to support L&C students during the 2020-2021 academic year.
Jul 29, 2020
Lewis and Clark Announces 2020-2021 Scholarship Awards
Through various opportunities, L&C is empowering students by making higher education more accessible.
Jul 28, 2020
L&C Announces Faculty Association Scholarship Recipients
The Lewis and Clark Community College Faculty Association has announced the recipients of the Academic Excellence Scholarship and the Chris Sutcliff Education Career Scholarship.
Jul 28, 2020
L&C Nursing Graduate Sets Sights on Doctorate Degree
A mission trip to Guatemala and a recommendation from a friend set Lewis and Clark Community College alumna Gretchen Werner on a life-defining career path.
Jul 27, 2020
L&C Recognizes Outstanding Spring Students with Honors Awards
Each spring, Lewis and Clark Community College celebrates students, nominated by their instructors, who go above and beyond in demonstrating dedication, intelligence and resilience with an Honors Ceremony.
Jul 23, 2020
L&C Blazing Trails in Student Retention and Completion
Lewis and Clark Community College recently completed a big step in its continuing maximum accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) – and has come out the other end a leader among its peers in student retention and completion rates.
Jul 20, 2020
L&C Continuing to Offer Streamlined Path to Paralegal Degree
Back by popular demand, Lewis and Clark Community College is offering a two-semester, online Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree option in Paralegal for Fall 2020.
Jul 17, 2020
L&C Student Empowered by Support and Mentorship
Lewis and Clark Community College has changed Alexandra Blockton’s life for the better.
Jul 15, 2020
L&C Names New Fire Science Coordinator
Following the retirement of long-time Fire Science Program Coordinator Bernie Sebold, Lewis and Clark Community College looked among its ranks to name Edward Burnley to the position.
Jul 15, 2020
NJCAA, L&C Move Fall Sports to Spring Semester
Following a July 13 vote by its Board of Regents, the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) will move most Fall 2020 athletics to the Spring 2021 semester.
Jul 9, 2020
L&C Receives Tutoring Grant From IL
In an effort to promote statewide literacy, Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White has announced its grant recipients.
Jul 9, 2020
Lewis and Clark Announces Hybrid Plan for Fall 2020
Lewis and Clark Community College is announcing a hybrid approach to instruction for Fall 2020, which will utilize a mix of hands-on and virtual learning opportunities for students.
Jul 9, 2020
Stilts Shines On Mound
Adam Stilts has been one of the best pitchers on an Alton Post 126 American Legion baseball team's staff that has been one of the biggest strengths of the team in the abbreviated 2020 season.
Jul 6, 2020
Large-School Boys Soccer Player of the Year Cooper Nolan Chooses L&C
Soccer, it seems, is in Cooper Nolan’s DNA. And so are trips to the IHSA Boys State Soccer Tournament.
June 2020
Jun 23, 2020
L&C Announces Spring 2020 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Spring 2020 semester.
Jun 23, 2020
Join L&C for a Free, Virtual Lesson in Biology
Join Lewis and Clark Community College this Friday for a free, virtual “Peek into Life, Evolution and the Future of Our Beautiful Planet.”
Jun 18, 2020
Grow Solar Delivers Energy Programs to Gateway Region
More time spent at home has made the high cost of electricity a noticeable problem for many in the Gateway Region.
Jun 17, 2020
L&C Offers In-Demand Criminal Justice Program Options
Law enforcement professionals are always in demand and the Criminal Justice program at Lewis and Clark Community College offers options that fit the needs of new students, returning students or students seeking an incoming or outgoing transfer degree.
Jun 16, 2020
Application Deadline for Whitlock Scholarship is June 30
Jersey County students planning to attend Lewis and Clark Community College have until June 30 to submit their application for the Calvin and Juanita Ritchey Whitlock Education Scholarship.
Jun 10, 2020
L&C Welcomes Newest Student Trustee
Lewis and Clark Community College Student Trustee Ashtyn Britt has always been intrigued by the criminal justice system.
Jun 4, 2020
L&C Can Help Teachers Earn Additional Endorsements for Less
Lewis and Clark Community College can help area teachers earn extra endorsements in just a semester or two.
Jun 3, 2020
L&C Board of Trustees Announces College’s Sixth President
Lewis and Clark Community College will welcome its sixth president – Dr. Ken Trzaska – to campus this fall.
Jun 3, 2020
L&C Offering Free GED® Classes
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Adult Education division is offering community members who do not have a high school diploma the opportunity to change their lives this summer by completing free classes that will help students earn their GED® or High School Equivalency.
Jun 3, 2020
L&C Professor Writes Love Letters to Alton Businesses in Watercolor
Inspired by her love of Alton, Lewis and Clark Community College Professor Chrissie Chapman has created a series of paintings featuring local businesses entitled “Downtime Painting Downtown” to help boost morale and raise money for the struggling Main Street staples.
Jun 1, 2020
Real Estate Classes Offered this Summer
Lewis and Clark Community College is meeting the changes in the real estate field by offering courses to help individuals on their path to become brokers.
Jun 1, 2020
L&C Manufactures PPE for Local Healthcare Workers and First Responders
Lewis and Clark Community College is using innovation to continue contributing to the community throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jun 1, 2020
Alumni Danita Smith Provides Mobile Phlebotomy During COVID-19
Danita Smith, owner of My Blooming Health in St. Louis, and her group are definitely Difference Makers during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
May 2020
May 28, 2020
L&C to Offer Free Online Workforce Training Courses in June
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Workforce Education, Solutions and Safety Training (WESST) can help community members make the most of their time at home this summer work to their advantage with free online courses.
May 22, 2020
Lewis & Clark Helps Provide 400-plus Face Shields
An instructor at Lewis and Clark Community College is using a 3D printer to create plastic face shields for healthcare workers and first responders.
May 22, 2020
Lewis and Clark’s College for Kids Goes Digital
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education division invites children to join experts on Zoom to learn about various topics and participate in fun activities during its College for Kids program this summer.
May 21, 2020
Mobile Testing to Start Next Week in Madison County
Officials announced Madison County would roll out mobile COVID-19 testing starting next week.
May 20, 2020
L&C Delivers Programs Students Can Complete Online
Students who want to make the most of their time at home can choose from several online degree and program options offered by Lewis and Clark Community College.
May 15, 2020
Letter from the Interim President: Phased Re-opening
By now you have most likely heard that the Madison County Board of Health voted to allow businesses to reopen this week.
May 12, 2020
L&C Offers Exponential Savings for Baccalaureate Degree-Seeking Students
When times are tough, plans can change – but a person’s goals don’t have to.
May 11, 2020
SIUE & Lewis and Clark Community College Embrace Remote Learning Lessons
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced colleges and universities worldwide to revise how they deliver instruction and diplomas, including SIUE and Lewis and Clark Community College.
May 8, 2020
LC Alum McMichael Helps Home Dialysis Patients
Shawna McMichael has made a career out of helping other people, and she and her medical team from Washington University are keeping it up during the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 5, 2020
L&C to Hold Additional Virtual Recruitment Events This Month
Lewis and Clark Community College is announcing more upcoming Trailblazer Talks, on the heels of its first successful virtual recruitment event in April.
May 5, 2020
L&C Steps Up as a Resource for Support
Bolstering its commitment to helping the community thrive during uncertain times, Lewis and Clark Community College is hosting Ask the Experts, a series of online discussions with local experts on a variety of subjects.
May 4, 2020
L&C student, Robert Whitener Helping COVID-19 Response in Yonkers, N.Y.
During the current COVID-19 pandemic that has swept across the country and around the world, many medical professionals, such as doctors, nurses, paramedics, among others, are currently being hailed as heroes who are risking their lives in order to help out patients that are currently suffering from the disease.
May 4, 2020
L&C Announces Finalists for Next President
Lewis and Clark Community College is another step closer to naming its next president.
May 1, 2020
L&C Board Member Dwight Werts Donates Building for New Wood River COVID-19 Testing Station
A new COVID-19 testing station on Old St. Louis Road at the former emissions testing station, will be opened Friday thanks to a generous move by businessman/humanitarian Dwight Werts.
May 1, 2020
L&C Offering Streamlined Path to Paralegal Degree
In reaction to a void in the St. Louis-area job market, Lewis and Clark Community College is introducing a two-semester, online Paralegal Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree program, beginning this summer.
April 2020
Apr 30, 2020
L&C’s Scheffel Retiring After 28 Years of Service
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Vice President of Enrollment Kent Scheffel is retiring this month after 28 years of service to the college. His last day is April 30.
Apr 29, 2020
Accounting Professor is an Institution at L&C
In the 50 years since Lewis and Clark Community College was founded, few have left their mark on the institution like Professor of Accounting Margie Sinclair-Parish, who has been a faculty member for 38 years.
Apr 27, 2020
Working on the Front Line
After graduating from Granite City High School in 2001, Jill Edwards had dreams of becoming a teacher. But when the Moro resident enrolled at Lewis and Clark Community College, those plans changed. She wanted to become a nurse.
Apr 24, 2020
L&C Automotive Technology Alum Thriving at General Motors
Thanks to an astute teacher who recognized and encouraged her ability, Tara Rodgers found the right program at Lewis and Clark Community College to fuel her career with one of the world’s largest automobile manufacturers.
Apr 23, 2020
Let’s Talk Trailblazers: L&C to Host Virtual Recruitment Event
Thinking about what’s next for your education or career? Lewis and Clark Community College is the place to be this summer and fall.
Apr 21, 2020
Grow Solar Metro East Brings Affordable Renewable Energy to Residential Homes
This Earth Day, Grow Solar Metro East will launch the fourth year of its group-buy program. The program, which began in 2016, offers the opportunity to learn more about solar energy and to access more affordable pricing on solar installations during 2020.
Apr 21, 2020
L&C Reinventing Itself in its 50th Year to Reach Students in the Face of COVID-19
Lewis and Clark Community College has been honored to serve and be a part of the communities that make up District 536 for the past 50 years.
Apr 20, 2020
L&C’s Student Newspaper Collects 17 ICCJA Awards
Lewis and Clark Community College’s student-run newspaper, The Bridge, earned a total of 17 awards in the Illinois Community College Journalism Association’s (ICCJA) annual competition.
Apr 16, 2020
Letter from Vice President of Academic Affairs: Spring 2020 Grading Options and Summer 2020 Statement
All summer courses will be taught either online or remotely.
Apr 9, 2020
L&C Honors College Students Chat with Best Selling Author Paul Schneider
Not even a global pandemic can stop the Lewis and Clark Community College Honors College from finding new ways to engage academically and socially – while practicing social distancing, that is.
Apr 7, 2020
Foundation Raising Money to Assist Students Affected by COVID-19
The Lewis and Clark Community College Foundation is raising money to assist students who are struggling from financial impacts caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Apr 7, 2020
L&C Health Sciences Programs Donate to Local Hospitals
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Health Sciences programs and others are doing their part to support area healthcare institutions preparing for an influx of COVID-19 patients.
Apr 6, 2020
L&C Students Compete in Speech Contest
Seven students took to the stage of the Ann Whitney Olin Theatre in the Hatheway Cultural Center at Lewis and Clark Community College March 10 to face off in the “You Have A Voice!” speech competition, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
March 2020
Mar 23, 2020
Letter from the Interim President: Stay-at-Home Order
First, I want to thank everyone who has been dealing with so much uncertainty during this unprecedented time. I want to assure you that administration is working with state officials as well as college faculty and staff to try to get as many questions answered as possible.
Mar 17, 2020
L&C Radio Students Launch Careers in Sports Broadcasting
The Trailblazers Women’s Soccer team’s run at the 2019 NJCAA National Championship last fall wasn’t just a win for athletics – it was a unique opportunity for two radio broadcasting students who traveled with the team and broadcasted their games live on College Radio’s Best WLCA 89.9-FM.
Mar 12, 2020
Letter from the Interim President: L&C’s Response to Coronavirus
Although Lewis and Clark Community College wants to express that it is NOT CLOSING, we do recognize the need to make modifications that will mitigate our risk of exposure and the potential spread of COVID-19.
Mar 12, 2020
East St. Louis Higher Education Center Gives Progress Report at L&C Board Meeting
Education was the main focus of the Lewis and Clark Community College Board meeting on Tuesday.
Mar 11, 2020
L&C, SIUE Taking Coronavirus Seriously, but no Confirmed Problems, or Changes, So Far
Area colleges are taking precautions as they address coronavirus concerns.
Mar 10, 2020
L&C Invites Prospective Students to Learn About Criminal Justice
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Criminal Justice program is opening the doors for prospective students to learn more about the program and pursuing a career in Criminal Justice.
Mar 3, 2020
L&C Summer Garden Show to Celebrate College’s 50th Anniversary
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Monticello Sculpture Gardens will celebrate the college’s 50th anniversary during the 2020 interactive summer garden show, Golden Jubilee.
Mar 2, 2020
Two L&C Students Featured in Art St. Louis’ Varsity Art XXIV
Lewis and Clark Community College Art students Kaleigh Grace and Amber Miller are featured in Art St. Louis’ Varsity Art XXIV this spring.
February 2020
Feb 26, 2020
Chemistry Professor Named L&C’s 2020 ICCTA Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member Award Nominee
Professor of Chemistry Alan Bruha is Lewis and Clark Community College’s Illinois Community College Trustees Association (ICCTA) Outstanding Full-Time Faculty Member Award nominee for Spring 2020.
Feb 19, 2020
Students Discover L&C at Spring Recruitment Event
Lewis and Clark Community College hosted prospective students and their families for Discover Day, Monday, Feb. 17, ahead of the college’s next year-round enrollment period, which opens in March.
Feb 14, 2020
Grow Native! Nature at Your Doorstep Workshop Brings Two Great Keynotes and Extended Panel Discussion for Homeowners
Native plant enthusiasts, home gardeners, landowners, stormwater engineers, and landscape, land care, and wildlife professionals are invited to learn first-hand about creating biodiverse and functional native landscapes in home gardens at the Grow Native! Workshop.
Feb 13, 2020
L&C Named Military Friendly School for 2020-2021
Lewis and Clark Community College has once again been named to the Military Friendly® Schools list by VIQTORY.
Feb 11, 2020
Madison County Associate Judge Speaks at L&C
Black History Month continued at Lewis and Clark Community College Feb. 10 when Madison County Associate Judge Veronica Armouti discussed the judicial system and encouraged students to strive for excellence in their pursuit of a career in the legal field.
Feb 3, 2020
Join L&C for a Special Blazer Day in Honor of 2019 Women’s Soccer
Lewis and Clark Community College is inviting the community to enjoy basketball, food, giveaways, a halftime contest and a special ceremony honoring the 2019 Women’s Soccer Team at a special Blazer Day event, Saturday, Feb. 22, at the George C. Terry River Bend Arena.
Feb 3, 2020
Lewis and Clark Kicks Off Black History Month
Veteran St. Louis broadcaster Rene Knott visited with a group of students Feb. 3 to discuss the changing face of mass communications in 2020.
January 2020
Jan 29, 2020
New Agreement Offers Nursing Students Path from Lewis and Clark Community College to UIC BSN Degree
Lewis and Clark Community College nursing students may have an easier time earning their bachelor’s degree thanks to a new agreement with the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Jan 28, 2020
L&C to Celebrate Black History in February 2020
Lewis and Clark Community College has a variety of events planned in February to celebrate Black History Month.
Jan 28, 2020
L&C Announces Fall 2019 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Fall 2019 semester.
Jan 24, 2020
L&C Commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Cindy N. Reed, a local writer, poet, speaker and singer, was the keynote speaker at the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration held Jan. 24 at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Jan 24, 2020
Prospective Students Invited to Explore L&C
Prospective students are invited to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer and experience campus during Lewis and Clark Community College’s next Discover Day, Monday, Feb. 17.
Jan 17, 2020
L&C to Honor MLK at Commemoration Ceremony Jan. 24
Lewis and Clark Community College will honor Martin Luther King Jr. during its annual MLK Commemoration ceremony at noon, Friday, Jan. 24, in the Trimpe Ahlemeyer Atrium (Room 141) on the Godfrey Campus.
Jan 13, 2020
‘What Were You Wearing?’ Exhibit Busts Rape Culture Myths
Lewis and Clark Community College students aimed to bust rape myths and dismantle rape culture through a special interactive exhibit called “What You Were Wearing,” this past December.
Jan 10, 2020
Community Education at L&C Offers a Variety of Upcoming Courses
From dancing to painting to basic home repairs, the Community Education division of Lewis and Clark Community College has several upcoming non-credit courses.
December 2019
Dec 20, 2019
L&C Automotive Technology Program Receives Vehicle Donation
Students in the Lewis and Clark Community College Automotive Technology program have been given another resource to advance their education with the donation of a 2015 Ford Focus.
Dec 13, 2019
Private Pilot Ground School Now Enrolling for Spring
Aspiring private pilots can take their first step toward earning their license by training with Lewis and Clark Community College’s Workforce Education Solutions and Safety Training (WESST) division this spring.
Dec 6, 2019
L&C Vets Club to Host KSHE-95 Winter Blood Drive Dec. 13-14
Roll up those sleeves with the home of Real Rock Radio, KSHE-95, and the Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club and donate blood to help the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center save lives.
Dec 3, 2019
L&C Students Aim to Stop Rape Culture with ‘What Were You Wearing?’ Exhibit
Lewis and Clark Community College students are busting rape myths and tackling rape culture during the “What Were You Wearing?” exhibit, on display Dec. 9-19 on L&C’s Godfrey Campus.
November 2019
Nov 27, 2019
L&C Honors Transgender Day of Remembrance
Trans/LGBTQIA+ Cultural Competency Educator Jaimie Hileman presented Challenges Facing the Trans Community at Lewis and Clark Community College Wednesday, Nov. 20, in honor of the Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Nov 22, 2019
Local Habitat Strike Team Receives External Grants to Restore Habitat for Wildlife and Provide Lewis and Clark Student Training
The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s (NGRREC℠) Habitat Strike Team recently received funding totaling $353,632 from both the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ (IDNR) Habitat Fund and the Division of Natural Heritage to continue and expand their management capacity in the confluence region of Illinois.
Nov 22, 2019
L&C Dental Hygiene Students Looking for Clinical Patients
Lewis and Clark Community College Dental Hygiene students are currently searching for patients for their clinical board exams.
Nov 20, 2019
Time Travel & Transformation at Middle Woodland Hopewell Mounds
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, Executive Director of the Center for American Archeology Jason L. King gave a presentation about the indigenous people of the Lower Illinois River Valley and the artistic and sociological dimensions of the archaeological record that they left.
Nov 20, 2019
Winter Intersession Courses Offer Quick Credit Online
Students can earn full college credit for a number of transferable online courses during the holiday break through Lewis and Clark Community College’s 2019-2020 Winter Intersession offerings.
Nov 19, 2019
Chapman Receives 2019 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award for Lewis and Clark Community College
Developmental Education Professor Chrissie Chapman is Lewis and Clark’s 2019 Emerson Electric Excellence in Teaching Award recipient.
Nov 18, 2019
L&C Veterans Club Holding Applebee’s ‘Dining to Donate’ Event
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Veterans Club is hosting a “Dining to Donate” event at the Applebee’s in Alton from 4-9 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 21.
Nov 18, 2019
L&C Hosting Financial Aid Workshop for Active Military & Veterans
Lewis and Clark Community College Financial Aid and Veteran Services are offering a workshop to help active military, veterans and their spouses and dependents navigate options for financial aid.
Nov 15, 2019
L&C Ranked Among Top 150 Community Colleges Nationwide
Lewis and Clark Community College is officially among the Top 150 community colleges across the nation eligible to win the $1 million 2021 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence for strong and improving student outcomes.
Nov 11, 2019
L&C and North Elementary Students Honor Veterans
Lewis and Clark Veterans Services, along with North Elementary School students and the Alton High School ROTC, gathered with a group of area veterans Nov. 8 in recognition of Veterans Day.
Nov 8, 2019
L&C Veterans Club to Host Blood Drive Wednesday, November 13
The Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, in The Commons on L&C’s Godfrey campus.
October 2019
Oct 25, 2019
Dogs of Society Raise Money for Music Scholarship
Dogs of Society: The Ultimate Elton John Tribute will take the stage in support of Lewis and Clark Community College’s Dogs of Society Scholarship Nov. 9 at the Hatheway Cultural Center Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.
Oct 24, 2019
NPR’s Diane Rehm to Speak at MJCHF Annual Distinguished Leadership Dinner and Fundraiser at SIUE Feb. 19
Award-winning radio host and bestselling author Diane Rehm will be the featured guest speaker for the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation’s Fifth Annual Distinguished Leadership Dinner and Fundraiser, Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Oct 23, 2019
Grow Solar Metro East Reaches Goal, Lowering Solar Pricing
Highly-anticipated Tesla Powerwall battery deployed as bulk purchase program continues to help Metro East homeowners and businesses
Oct 23, 2019
L&C Partners with JC Penney to Help Students Dress for Success
Lewis and Clark Community College Career and Veteran Services has partnered with JC Penney at the Alton Square Mall to bring a Suit-Up and Scrub-Up event to L&C students, their spouses and their parents.
Oct 15, 2019
School of Dental Medicine Offers Wide Range of Free Services for the 14th Annual Give Kids a Smile Day
On Monday, September 14, Southern Illinois University’s School of Dental Medicine hosted its 14th annual Give Kids a Smile Day at 2800 College Ave., Alton.
Oct 4, 2019
L&C Art Faculty Exhibition Opens Oct. 18 in Hatheway Gallery
Lewis and Clark Community College’s annual Art Faculty Exhibition will open Oct. 18 and run through Nov. 9 in the Hatheway Cultural Center Gallery.
September 2019
Sep 30, 2019
L&C Celebrates National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Adult Education division celebrated National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week, Sept. 22-28, by spreading awareness of the approaches used to educate adults and promote family literacy.
Sep 26, 2019
L&C Visiting Artist Lecture Series to Feature Former Post-Dispatch Photographer Odell Mitchell Jr.
Photographer/artist Odell Mitchell Jr. will be the featured speaker at the next Visiting Artist Lecture Series, Wed., Oct. 16, at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Sep 26, 2019
Prospective Students Invited to Explore L&C During Discover Day Oct. 14
Prospective students are invited to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer and experience campus during Lewis and Clark Community College’s fall Discover Day, Monday, Oct. 14.
Sep 23, 2019
Benjamin Godfrey Trail Traces a Historic Path
A ceremony at the Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel on the campus of Lewis and Clark Community College recognized Godfrey’s vision and contributions to the area.
Sep 19, 2019
Expert Chat: Emerging Legal Issues for Illinois
The community is invited to a free chat with expert Thomas E. Berry, Jr., about emerging employment related issues and effective human resources procedures next month.
Sep 19, 2019
Illinois Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments at L&C
The Illinois Supreme Court listened to oral arguments on two cases (one criminal; the other civil) in the Ann Whitney Olin Theatre of the Hatheway Cultural Center at Lewis and Clark Community College, Sept. 18.
Sep 18, 2019
Learn about Careers in Nursing at East St. Louis Campus
Lewis and Clark Community College’s East St. Louis Higher Education Center invites the community to attend Careers in Nursing, an informational event, from 10 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 21, in the Building B Cafeteria at 601 James R. Thompson Blvd in East St Louis.
Sep 17, 2019
Give Kids a Smile Day Set October 14 in Alton
Southern Illinois University’s School of Dental Medicine’s 14th annual Give Kids a Smile Day is planned 7:30 a.m. to noon Monday, Oct. 14, at the main clinic in Building 263 at 2800 College Ave., Alton.
Sep 16, 2019
L&C Dedicates Mobile Firefighting Training Unit
Lewis and Clark Community College and the Alton Fire Department dedicated the Live Fire Multi-Trainer System, a mobile firefighter training unit, Sept. 7 at the Alton Public Works.
Sep 12, 2019
New Legacy Trail Will Tell Godfrey’s Story
Dedication ceremonies are planned at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 21, for the Benjamin Godfrey Legacy Trail. The ceremony will be held at the Benjamin Godfrey Memorial Chapel at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey.
Sep 11, 2019
‘The Jake’ Firefighter Training Simulator Dedicated to Godfrey’s Capt. Ringering
Local firefighters, residents and community officials gathered Saturday morning to dedicate the Alton Fire Department’s new 48-foot mobile firefighter training simulator in memory of Capt. Jake Ringering who died in the line of duty on March 6.
Sep 9, 2019
YouthBuild to Receive Harvest of Hope Award Oct. 10
Madison County Child Advocacy Center will present its annual “Harvest of Hope” award during an Oct. 10 luncheon to a local organization designated to helping youth build a better future. The CAC’s Executive Director Carrie Cohan said Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild AmeriCorps program will receive the award.
Sep 6, 2019
“Cannabis in the Community” Discussion Set for Sept. 12
The L&C East St. Louis Higher Education Center will hold an informational discussion entitled “Cannabis in the Community” on Sept. 12.
Sep 6, 2019
Evening Kindermusik Classes Now Enrolling
Kindermusik “Move & Groove” evening classes are open and enrolling preschool-age children for four fall sessions Kindermusik is an award-winning, research-based language and early literacy program built around music.
Sep 5, 2019
Thousands of Cyclists to Ride in National MS Society’s Bike MS
Some 2,000 cyclists are setting out to raise $1.7 million to make a difference in the lives of nearly 1 million Americans living with multiple sclerosis.
August 2019
Aug 26, 2019
L&C Visiting Artist Lecture Series Welcomes Dion Dion
Nationally exhibiting and award-winning artist Dion Dion will be the guest speaker who kicks off the 2019-2020 school year Visiting Artist Lecture Series at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Aug 22, 2019
Illinois Supreme Court to Hear Oral Arguments at Lewis and Clark Community College
The Illinois Supreme Court will leave the Illinois Supreme Court Building in Springfield behind for a day to hear oral arguments at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey.
Aug 20, 2019
L&C Co-Sponsors Hazardous Collection
County residents seeking to dispose of electronic or hazardous waste have three special collections planned by the Madison County Planning & Development Department.
Aug 20, 2019
Lewis and Clark Welcomes Five New Faculty Members
Five full-time faculty members have joined Lewis and Clark Community College for the 2019-2020 academic year. Each fills a vacated faculty position.
Aug 16, 2019
L&C Nursing Students Engage in Live Case Studies
In a continuing effort to expand the clinical judgment of graduates of the Lewis and Clark Community College Nursing Program, students participated in a Live Case Study exercise on Aug. 14.
Aug 14, 2019
NGRREC and USACE to Discuss Emerald Ash Borer at Seminar
Lewis and Clark Community College’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) would like to address the public regarding an invasive species that was recently detected in the Mississippi River floodplain: Emerald Ash Borer.
Aug 12, 2019
L&C to Commemorate the First Soybeans Planted in Illinois
Lewis and Clark Community College, the City of Alton, and the Illinois State Historical Society will reveal hidden history with the dedication of an official Illinois State Historical Society marker on the site where the first soybeans were planted in Illinois in 1851 on Friday, August 23, at 2 p.m. at 417 Prospect, Alton, Illinois.
Aug 8, 2019
Community Education at L&C Offers a Variety of Upcoming Courses
From dancing to electrical repairs, the Community Education division of Lewis and Clark Community College has several upcoming courses.
Aug 2, 2019
L&C Successfully Conducts Tornado Disaster Exercise
Lewis and Clark Community College conducted a full-scale disaster exercise on its main campus in Godfrey today, Friday, August 2.
Aug 2, 2019
L&C Focuses on Student Success and Outperforms Peer Institutions
Lewis and Clark Community College offers a mosaic of services that have helped to increase student success, which is defined by retention and graduation rates.
July 2019
Jul 26, 2019
L&C to Conduct Campus Disaster Exercise August 2
Lewis and Clark Community College will conduct a full-scale disaster exercise on its main campus at 5800 Godfrey Road Friday, August 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Jul 23, 2019
L&C Veterans Club to host LIFESAVER Blood Drive August 2
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross LIFESAVER Blood Drive from 2-7 p.m., Friday, August 2, in The Commons on L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Jul 15, 2019
NGRREC to Host Brewers and Biologists Event
Lewis and Clark Community College’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) invites the public to attend Brewers and Biologists from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station located at One Confluence Way in East Alton.
Jul 15, 2019
Edwardsville Secures Location for Restored Nickel Plate Depot
After years of being the subject of ideas, visions and the backdrop for high school senior portraits, the old Nickel Plate Depot appears poised for another move, a makeover and a restored purpose.
Jul 11, 2019
NGRREC Interns Spending Summer on River Research Projects
Eighteen students from 15 schools in 11 different states visited Lewis and Clark Community College’s National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC℠) at the Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station to begin the 2019 NGRREC Summer Internship program in late May.
Jul 10, 2019
Lewis and Clark Community College Board of Trustees Accepting Proposals for Legal Services
The Board of Trustees of Lewis and Clark Community College is seeking a law firm or individual attorney to provide college attorney services.
Jul 5, 2019
Artists Sought for Dog Park Picnic Tables
The picnic tables were made by students of Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild program
June 2019
Jun 28, 2019
L&C Vets Club to Host KSHE-95 Summer Blood Drive July 12-13 on the Godfrey Campus
Roll up your sleeves with the home of Real Rock Radio, KSHE-95, and the Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club and donate blood to help the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center save lives.
Jun 28, 2019
L&C’s Melissa Batchelor Honored with Gateways to Opportunity Faculty Fellowship
The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) recently named Lewis and Clark Community College Child Development and Education Program Coordinator Melissa Batchelor a 2019-2020 Gateways to Opportunity Faculty Fellow.
Jun 28, 2019
Army Veteran Touts Veteran Support at Lewis and Clark
College student and U.S. Army veteran Joseph Brown, 37, came to Lewis and Clark to pursue a degree in business, and found camaraderie and connections that will stay with him long after college.
Jun 27, 2019
Grow Solar Metro East Returns in 2019
Bulk Purchase Program Helps Homeowners and Businesses by Reducing Cost of Renewable Energy
Jun 26, 2019
L&C Announces Spring 2019 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Spring 2019 semester.
Jun 13, 2019
New Student Trustee Joins L&C’s Board of Trustees
As a non-traditional student, Lewis and Clark Community College Student Trustee April Tulgetske is grateful for the opportunity to pursue her goals – even after stepping away 20 years ago to raise a family.
Jun 11, 2019
GED Graduation to Celebrate Students’ Perseverance
Approximately 110 students earned their General Equivalency Diploma (GED®) through Lewis and Clark Community College’s Adult Education department and the Regional Office of Education No. 40 Adult Learning Centers in 2019.
Jun 4, 2019
YouthBuild Helps with Flood Relief Efforts in Downtown Alton
A group of students from Lewis and Clark Community College’s YouthBuild AmeriCorps program volunteered Friday, May 31, in Downtown Alton to help with flood relief efforts.
May 2019
May 16, 2019
Lewis and Clark Community College Celebrates Class of 2019
Lewis and Clark Community College celebrated the achievements of more than 1,000 members of the Class of 2019 during its 48th Annual Commencement ceremony, Wednesday, May 15, in the Hatheway Cultural Center’s Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.
May 15, 2019
More Than 1,000 to be Celebrated During L&C’s 48th Commencement
Lewis and Clark Community College will celebrate the achievements of more than 1,000 members of the Class of 2019 during its 48th Annual Commencement ceremony tonight in the Hatheway Cultural Center’s Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.
May 15, 2019
Wanted by the FBI: Future Agents in Training
Have you ever wondered what it takes to work for the FBI?
May 10, 2019
L&C’s College for Life Students Take to the Stage
Students in Lewis and Clark Community College’s College for Life program showed off their talents in the 2019 Spring Performance, May 7, in the Hatheway Cultural Center’s Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.
May 9, 2019
Official Statement in Response to David Heyen’s Facebook Page
The college has released the following official statement in response to David Heyen’s Facebook page
May 8, 2019
L&C Honors College Students Display Knowledge at Expo
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Honors College (LCHC) recently held an exposition, during which students showcased their culminating humanities research projects in the form of interactive exhibits and demonstrations.
May 7, 2019
ICCB Executive Director to Speak at L&C Commencement
Illinois Community College Board Executive Director Brian Durham will deliver the Commencement address at L&C’s 48th Annual Commencement ceremony, May 15.
May 7, 2019
L&C Summer Garden Show Will Be a Feast for the Senses
Visitors to Lewis and Clark Community College’s Monticello Sculpture Gardens will explore and engage all five senses during the 2019 interactive summer garden show, SENSE-sational Blooms.
May 3, 2019
L&C’s 2019 Springfest Goes on Despite the Rain
Lewis and Clark Community College sidestepped the rain May 1 by moving its annual Springfest, a Student Activities event, indoors.
May 2, 2019
Lewis and Clark Honors Top Students at End of the Year Banquet
Lewis and Clark Community College recognized the efforts of its best and brightest students at the Annual Honors Banquet, April 26 in The Commons.
May 2, 2019
Learn More About Personal Finance Online This Fall with L&C
Learn more about personal finance with a new online course at Lewis and Clark Community College this fall.
May 1, 2019
L&C Sociology Class Presents ‘East St. Louis, Illinois: Where History, Courage and Community Meet’
Sandra Pfeifer, producer of the 2009 East St. Louis documentary “Against All the Odds,” joined Lewis and Clark Community College Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Cline’s Racial and Ethnic Relations class for a presentation and interactive discussion on the 1917 East St. Louis riots, Tuesday, April 30, in L&C’s Ahlemeyer Atrium.
April 2019
Apr 26, 2019
L&C’s Music Department to Deliver an Entertaining Spring
The Music Department at Lewis and Clark Community College will bring out its talented best in several performances this spring, which are free and open to the public.
Apr 24, 2019
College for Kids Offers a Summer Full of Educational Fun
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education division invites children to learn and have fun during its College for Kids program this summer.
Apr 17, 2019
L&C Students Show Work at Varsity Art XXIII in St. Louis
A pair of Lewis and Clark Art students were recently given the opportunity to show their work in Varsity Art XXIII, an undergraduate and graduate exhibition presented annually at Art St. Louis.
Apr 16, 2019
L&C Student Art Exhibition Opens to Large Crowd
Lewis and Clark Community College’s 15th Annual Student Art Exhibition opened April 12 to one of largest crowds ever seen at the event.
Apr 15, 2019
Wanted by the FBI: Future Agents in Training
Have you ever wondered what it takes to work for the FBI?
Apr 15, 2019
Students Support the Community Though L&C Cares
Lewis and Clark Community College students gave their assistance across the area as part of L&C Cares, April 8-12, in conjunction with National Volunteer Week.
Apr 12, 2019
New L&C Coordinator Leverages Campus Diversity as a Resource
Lewis and Clark Community College’s new Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator Tandra Taylor hopes to use her role as a diversity leader to help institutions of higher education achieve their fullest potential for teaching, research and service.
Apr 11, 2019
L&C, CJD e-Cycling, RBGA to Host E-Waste Drive
L&C’s Office of Sustainability, CJD e-Cycling and the RiverBend Growth Association (RBGA), will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, April 19, and Saturday, April 20, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Apr 11, 2019
L&C Veterans Club to host Blood Drive Wednesday, April 24
The L&C Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., April 24 in The Commons.
Apr 11, 2019
L&C Student Forges a Career Path While Supporting Fellow Veterans
To most people, the connection between Lewis and Clark Community College and a veterans’ organization may not be obvious, but veteran and student Matt Tracy not only bridges the gap, he does so to the benefit of both.
Apr 9, 2019
L&C Alum Helps Lead SSP Wellness Center Expansion
Wellness Director Jacob Shaw teaches medical fitness over commercial fitness to his clients at Senior Services Plus.
Apr 3, 2019
Job Seekers and Employers Meet at 2019 Job Fair
Employers and job seekers alike filled The Commons at Lewis and Clark Community College Wednesday, April 3, during the 2019 Job Fair.
Apr 3, 2019
Join L&C for Spring-Themed Painting Workshops
Grab some friends and celebrate spring with this series of three evening guided canvas workshops on Lewis and Clark Community College’s Godfrey Campus this month.
Apr 3, 2019
Take the Mystery Out of Medicare at L&C
Medicare can be complicated and the Community Education division of Lewis and Clark Community College wants to help.
Apr 2, 2019
L&C Hosts 12th Annual Trebuchet Competition
For the 12th consecutive year, Lewis and Clark Community College hosted its annual trebuchet competition at George C. Terry Riverbend Arena.
March 2019
Mar 29, 2019
Treasure Shields Redmond Discusses Civil Rights Icon Fannie Lou Hamer at Lewis and Clark
Poet, educator and entrepreneur Treasure Shields Redmond visited Lewis and Clark Community College, March 28, to discuss civil rights icon Fannie Lou Hamer in honor of Women’s History Month.
Mar 27, 2019
L&C to Celebrate First Career Signing Day April 23
Lewis and Clark Community College will celebrate students entering the college’s career programs – from health sciences to automotive and more – at its first ever Career Signing Day, Tuesday, April 23, in The Commons.
Mar 27, 2019
Fareed Zakaria Models Humanities-Inspired Leadership During MJCHF Speaker Series Fundraiser
International television news host Fareed Zakaria spoke on the importance of humanities-inspired leadership during the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Speaker Series Fundraiser, Tuesday, March 26, at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Mar 25, 2019
Students Dive Into World Water Day at Lewis and Clark
Swarovski Waterschool USA: Mississippi River celebrated World Water Day, Friday, March 22, with an interactive event that taught attendees about the importance of water.
Mar 22, 2019
Law Enforcement Professionals Speak at L&C Criminal Justice Open House & Panel
Professionals from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Illinois State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) addressed those interested in a career in criminal justice during an open house and panel discussion March 20 at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Mar 21, 2019
15th Annual L&C 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.
Mar 21, 2019
Visiting Artist Sun Smith-Foret Shares Love of Art and Community
Textile artist and independent curator Sun Smith-Foret visited Lewis and Clark Community College March 20 as a part of the Visiting Artist Lecture Series, sponsored by 1st MidAmerica Credit Union.
Mar 21, 2019
Letsie Wins ‘You Have A Voice!’ Humanities Speech Contest
Five student competitors took the stage in the Ann Whitney Olin Theatre at Lewis and Clark Community College’s Hatheway Cultural Center March 19 for the annual “You Have A Voice!” Humanities Speech competition, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
Mar 18, 2019
L&C Visiting Artist Lecture Series Welcomes Sun Smith-Foret
Local artist Sun Smith-Foret will be the featured speaker at the next Visiting Artist Lecture Series at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Mar 18, 2019
Marker to Designate Alton’s Soybean History
Plans are in motion to place a historical marker on Prospect Street in Alton to commemorate the ground where, in 1851, the first soybeans ever grown in Illinois were planted.
Mar 15, 2019
L&C Associate Professor Receives Nursing Honors from McKendree
Lewis and Clark Community College Associate Professor of Nursing Denise Caldwell has been chosen as the 2019 Honor Recipient for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at McKendree University.
Mar 15, 2019
L&C Honors College Student to Host Faith and Feminism Panel
Lewis and Clark Community College Honors College Student Vanessa Perkinson will host “Faith and Feminism: A Conversation About Equality,” from 1:30–3:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 27.
Mar 14, 2019
L&C Criminal Justice Program Holding Open House Event
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Criminal Justice program is opening the doors for prospective students to learn more about the program and pursuing a career in Criminal Justice.
Mar 13, 2019
Screening of ‘WATERSCHOOL’ Documentary to Coincide with World Water Day Event
Swarovski Waterschool USA: Mississippi River is celebrating World Water Day with an interactive event and screening of the new documentary, “WATERSCHOOL,” which brings to life the importance of empowering youth around the globe to become water ambassadors.
Mar 11, 2019
Lewis and Clark Hosting Annual Job Fair April 3
Lewis and Clark Community College will host its annual Job Fair this spring, hoping to match students and community residents with employers from throughout the region.
Mar 11, 2019
L&C Professor 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.
Mar 8, 2019
What Would Fannie Lou Do? Dig Up the Roots of Intersectionality with Treasure Redmond Shields at L&C March 28
The Lewis and Clark Community College Diversity Council will welcome poet, educator and entrepreneur Treasure Shields Redmond to campus at noon, Thursday, March 28, in the Ringhausen Atrium.
Mar 7, 2019
L&C Students Speak on ‘Trilogy of Topics’ for Women’s History Month
Students in Associate Professor of English Emily Corby’s Women in Literature class (LITT 135) at Lewis and Clark Community College presented a “Trilogy of Topics” at noon, Wednesday, March 6, in L&C’s Ringhausen Atrium in honor of Women’s History Month.
Mar 7, 2019
L&C College for Life Instructor Loves Connecting with Students
Amanda Kay Werner, of Wood River, loves connecting with each of the students she teaches through L&C’s College for Life program.
Mar 6, 2019
Fire Captain Killed in Line of Duty Taught for L&C
Two Godfrey firefighters involved in a fatal house fire in Bethalto Tuesday were recent fire science instructors for Lewis and Clark Community College.
Mar 4, 2019
‘ALL THAT I CAN FIX’ Author Speaks on Activism and Compassion
“ALL THAT I CAN FIX” Author Crystal Chan visited Lewis and Clark Community College February 28 to speak about the path to publication, justice activism and writing compassion.
Mar 4, 2019
L&C Offering Year-Round Registration Beginning March 11
This year, for the first time, Lewis and Clark Community College students will be able to register for a year’s worth of courses in a single advisor visit, rather than one semester at a time.
Mar 4, 2019
George C. Terry River Bend Arena Closing for Renovation April 1
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.
Mar 1, 2019
L&C Associate Professor Brings Professional Experience into Instruction
Program Coordinator Joel Hall was a well-established industry professional when he decided to make the leap to education.
Mar 1, 2019
Join NGRREC for Neighbor Nights in 2019
Neighbor Nights is a community event series at the National Great Rivers and Education Center held on the first Tuesday of select months from 5:30-8 p.m. throughout the year.
Mar 1, 2019
L&C Named Military Friendly School for 2019-2020
Lewis and Clark Community College has once again been named to the Military Friendly® Schools list by VIQTORY.
February 2019
Feb 22, 2019
L&C Professor Study Highlights Importance of State Legislation to Protect Insect Pollinators
Lewis and Clark Community College 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.”
Feb 18, 2019
Students, Parents Turn Out for L&C’s 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.
Feb 18, 2019
L&C Experts Highlighted in Illinois Bicentennial Podcast
Illinois Humanities’ “lllinois Turns 200” podcast kicks off in Alton.
Feb 15, 2019
‘All That I Can Fix’ Author Crystal Chan to Speak at L&C Feb. 28
Crystal Chan, author of the novel “All That I Can Fix,” will speak about the path to publication, justice activism and writing compassion from 9:30-10:45 a.m., and then again from 12:15-1:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 28, in Lewis and Clark Community College’s Reid Memorial Library.
Feb 15, 2019
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.
Feb 13, 2019
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 Community College and the L&C Board of Trustees are announcing that a tuition freeze is in effect for the 2019-2020 academic year.
Feb 11, 2019
L&C Announces Fall 2018 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Fall 2018 semester.
Feb 5, 2019
CNN’s Fareed Zakaria to Speak at MJCHF Annual Dinner and Fundraiser at L&C Godfrey Campus March 26
International television news host Fareed Zakaria will be 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.
Feb 4, 2019
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 Community College students to earn guaranteed acceptance while saving thousands on tuition during their first two years of college.
January 2019
Jan 31, 2019
Prospective Students Invited to Explore L&C
Prospective students are invited to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer and experience campus during Lewis and Clark Community College’s Winter Discover Day, Monday, Feb. 18.
Jan 29, 2019
Improve Health and Mobility with Tai Chi at L&C
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education department invites people to experience Tai Chi, a low-impact, non-contact form of exercise featuring slow and deliberate body movements designed to improve flexibility, balance, strength and circulation.
Jan 25, 2019
Celebrate Black History with Lewis and Clark in February
Lewis and Clark Community College has a variety of events planned in February to honor Black History Month.
Jan 24, 2019
Join Trailblazers Basketball for Blazer Day Feb. 9
Lewis and Clark Community College is inviting the community to enjoy basketball, food, giveaways, contests and more during Blazer Day, Saturday, Feb. 9, at the George C. Terry River Bend Arena.
Jan 17, 2019
L&C Named in Two Institute of Museum and Library Sciences Grants
As a leader in the field of academic data analytics, Lewis and Clark Community College was recently named in two grant projects being funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
Jan 17, 2019
Grant Expands L&C’s Offerings to East St. Louis
Due to a grant and directive from the Illinois Community College Board, Lewis and Clark Community College is now offering courses and programming on the East St. Louis Higher Education Center campus.
Jan 15, 2019
REPORT: Lewis and Clark Outperforming Peer Institutions
Lewis and Clark Community College 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.
Jan 8, 2019
NGRREC’s Justin Shew Publishes Research Findings in the Journal of Applied Ecology
The Journal of Applied Ecology recently published an article about grassland-bird nest survival by National Great Rivers Research and Education Center’s (NGRREC℠) Conservation Program Manager Justin Shew.
Jan 7, 2019
Pillars of Positivity
The Mannie Jackson Center and Lewis and Clark Community College partnered with the regional superintendent and Madison County to support a youth-driven Conversation Toward a Brighter Future.
Jan 2, 2019
Known for Academics and Elegance, Monticello College Opened 180 Years Ago
Unlike many community colleges with cookie-cutter campuses, Lewis and Clark Community College features classic grey stone buildings, eye-catching landmarks, and tree-lined, lush lawns.
December 2018
Dec 20, 2018
L&C Collects Donations for Oasis Women’s Center
Students, faculty and staff at Lewis and Clark Community College recently collected health and hygiene items for Alton’s Oasis Women’s Center. Students created handmade holiday cards, which were distributed to seniors at United Methodist Village and Beverly Farm.
Dec 11, 2018
L&C College for Life Program Expanding to N.O. Nelson Campus
Lewis and Clark Community College’s popular College for Life program for adults with intellectual disabilities is coming to the college’s N.O. Nelson Campus in Edwardsville in Fall 2019.
Dec 5, 2018
L&C’s New Gospel Choir to Perform in Concert
The Gospel Choir at Lewis and Clark Community College will showcase songs from traditional, Southern, contemporary gospel and Gospel blues at a Dec. 9 concert in the Hatheway Cultural Center.
November 2018
Nov 16, 2018
Illinois Ranked No. 1 in Bachelor’s Degree Completion by Community College Students
A new report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center shows Illinois leading the nation in bachelor’s degree completion rates among community college students – 27.5 percent higher than the national average.
Nov 9, 2018
Join L&C for Rustic Barn-Themed Painting Classes
Bring friends and register for one (or three) fun evenings of painting with L&C’s Community Education division, which is offering a series of three country barn-themed art classes this semester.
Nov 9, 2018
Lewis and Clark Mascot Inspires 3D Creation and Speech
When Lewis and Clark Community College’s new mascot, Blazer, visited Faculty Member Mary Busler’s speech class on the first day of school, Josh Schaffer was inspired.
Nov 8, 2018
L&C Veterans Club to host Blood Drive Wednesday, Nov. 14
The L&C Veterans Club will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 14, in The Commons.
Nov 7, 2018
Lewis and Clark 2019-2020 Scholarship Applications are Open
Scholarship applications for Lewis and Clark Community College’s 2019-2020 academic year are now available. The entire process is online at www.lc.edu/scholarships. Filling out a single application will match students with multiple eligible scholarships, aside from a specific few.
Nov 7, 2018
L&C Recognized as a Leader in Sustainability for 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College was among 27 Illinois companies and organizations honored in October with the Illinois Sustainability Award for significant achievements in protecting the environment, helping to sustain the future, and improving the economy.
Nov 6, 2018
L&C, CJD e-Cycling to Host E-Waste Drive
L&C’s Office of Sustainability, CJD e-Cycling and the Riverbend Growth Association (RBGA), will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon, Friday, Nov. 16, and Saturday, Nov. 17, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Nov 5, 2018
Trailblazer Snack Pantry Feeding Hungry Students
Lewis and Clark Community College’s new Trailblazer Snack Pantry (TSP) is now open to serve students with immediate hunger needs on the college's Godfrey campus.
Nov 5, 2018
League of Their Own: Terri Hilgendorf
Looking up the word “passionate” in “Dictionary of Shakespeare” and there will be a picture of Terri Hilgendorf, professor at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey.
October 2018
Oct 31, 2018
Screenings of New ‘WATERSCHOOL’ Documentary Open to Public
The Swarovski Waterschool USA: Mississippi River is inviting the community to an upcoming premiere of a compelling new documentary, “WATERSCHOOL,” which brings to life the importance of empowering youth around the globe to become water ambassadors.
Oct 23, 2018
Lewis and Clark to Host Nursing Open House
Potential students and curious parents are invited to Lewis and Clark Community College’s Nursing and CNA Open House from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 7, in the Templin Nursing Building located on L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Oct 23, 2018
L&C to Co-host Diversity and Inclusion Workshop with Walmart
Lewis and Clark Community College and Jerseyville Walmart are co-hosting a Diversity and Inclusion Workshop from 1:30-3:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 29, in the Trimpe ATC on L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Oct 15, 2018
Dental School Event Provides Care for More Than 100 Children
The Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine hosted its 13th annual Give Kids a Smile Day on Oct. 8.
Oct 12, 2018
Explore Your Options During L&C’s Transfer Day 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College will welcome more than 35 college and military representatives looking to recruit students from noon-2 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 23, in The Commons for Transfer Day 2018.
Oct 1, 2018
Students Fish for Knowledge at 16th Annual Lewis and Clark Water Festival
Approximately 500 fifth grade students from six different schools and 20 classes gathered at Lewis and Clark Community College for the 16th annual Water Festival, Friday, Sept. 28.
September 2018
Sep 28, 2018
RBGA to Recognize Community Leaders
Honorees will include 1st MidAmerica Credit Union, AdVantage, the Alton School District, Alton Memorial Hospital, Imperial Manufacturing Group, Lewis and Clark Community College, OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center, and WBGZ Radio.
Sep 27, 2018
Solarize Metro East Reaches Third Milestone; Program Deadline Extended
The group purchasing program for homeowners, renters, businesses and non-profits includes price breaks as the group collectively reaches benchmarks – most recently 250 kW – which earns all participants a 3 percent rebate on their purchase price.
Sep 25, 2018
Dogs of Society Raise Money for Music Scholarship
Dogs of Society: The Ultimate Elton John Tribute will take the stage in support of Lewis and Clark Community College’s Dogs of Society Scholarship Oct. 20 at the Hatheway Cultural Center Ann Whitney Olin Theatre.
Sep 20, 2018
L&C Honors Legacy of Professor Jim Price
Lewis and Clark Community College Professor and Art Curator Jim Price passed away Sept. 19, 2018.
Sep 19, 2018
Njoroge Receives 2018 Emerson Excellence in Teaching Award for Lewis and Clark Community College
English Professor Kamau Njoroge is Lewis and Clark Community College’s 2018 Emerson Electric Excellence in Teaching Award recipient.
Sep 19, 2018
L&C Professor Among the 2018 Nurse Educator Fellows Recognized by the IBHE
The Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Nursing Workforce Center (INWC) Advisory Board are proud to acknowledge the 2018 Nurse Educator Fellow recipients, each of whom is awarded $10,000 to help promote excellence in nursing education.
Sep 13, 2018
L&C Offering Students, Faculty and Staff Free Self Defense Classes
September is National Campus Safety Awareness Month
Sep 10, 2018
Mannie Jackson Center Receives Prestigious Landmarks Illinois’ Project of the Year Award for Leadership
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities is a 2018 recipient of Landmarks Illinois’ Project of the Year Award for Leadership.
Sep 5, 2018
Prospective Students Invited to Explore L&C at Discover Day
Prospective students are invited to learn more about becoming a Trailblazer and experience campus during Lewis and Clark Community College’s next fall Discover Day, Monday, Oct. 8.
Sep 4, 2018
Expert Chat: How to Engage a Professional Coach to Boost your Career
The community is invited to chat with an expert, Dr. Nadine Kouba, for tips on picking a career coach and to learn about the career boosting approaches used by them.
Sep 1, 2018
L&C, AFD Combine Efforts to Bring Mobile Fire Training to District
Lewis and Clark Community College and the Alton Fire Department have teamed up to earn an Assistance for Firefighters Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to purchase a mobile firefighter trainer.
August 2018
Aug 30, 2018
Hightower to retire as Foundation’s Executive Director
Dr. Ed Hightower will retire from the Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation effective Dec. 1.
Aug 28, 2018
Security Notice: 8/28/18 - 8/31/18 Update:Suspect in Custody
Lewis and Clark Community College has recently been notified that a suspect has been arrested in connection with the threat to campus on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018.
Aug 27, 2018
Eat, Drink, and Grow Native! and Neighbor Nights @NGRREC Collaborate on Special Event
The public is invited to a free Eat, Drink, and Grow Native! Neighbor Nights @NGRREC.
Aug 23, 2018
L&C’s Community Education Dept. Offers Everything from Horseback Riding to Basic Electrical Repairs and More
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education department invites people to enroll in its fall offerings.
Aug 21, 2018
L&C Reveals New Mascot, Athletics Logo
It’s cute. It’s furry. It’s friendly. It’s loyal. It’s Lewis and Clark Community College’s newest “student” – a Newfoundland mascot named Blazer.
Aug 17, 2018
Improve Health and Mobility with Tai Chi at L&C this Fall
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education department invites people to experience Tai Chi, a low impact, non-contact form of exercise featuring slow and deliberate body movements designed to improve flexibility, balance, strength and circulation.
Aug 13, 2018
Weber Workforce Center to Open for Classes in Fall 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College’s new Weber Workforce Center will officially open to students when fall classes begin Aug. 20.
Aug 13, 2018
L&C Welding Faculty Leading AWS St. Louis Section
Lewis and Clark Community College Welding faculty members are leaders in their field.
Aug 10, 2018
First Daughter Touts Education, Workforce Plans in Visit to L&C
First Daughter and White House adviser Ivanka Trump on Wednesday made Lewis and Clark Community College’s brand new Weber Workforce Center a stop on her current barnstorming tour.
Aug 10, 2018
Evening Kindermusik Classes Now Enrolling
Kindermusik “ABC Music & Me” evening classes are open and enrolling children ages 2-5 for three fall sessions beginning Sept. 5.
Aug 8, 2018
Ivanka Trump to Visit Welding Center at Lewis and Clark Community College
The Weber Workforce Center is a new 16,000 square foot building that will hold classes for the first time this fall.
Aug 3, 2018
Express Enrollment, Walk-In Advising Now Available at L&C
There’s still time to enroll for Fall 2018 classes at Lewis and Clark Community College. Classes begin Aug. 20.
Aug 2, 2018
Tim Rooney Stadium Dedication Set for Aug. 11
Lewis and Clark Community College is set to dedicate its soccer field in honor of Coach Tim Rooney, Saturday, Aug. 11.
Aug 2, 2018
Landmarks Illinois Announces 2018 Preservation Award Recipients, Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Annual Awards Program
Landmarks Illinois has announced the recipients of the 2018 Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards – an annual program that calls attention to exceptional historic preservation projects in the state now celebrating its 25th anniversary.
Aug 2, 2018
Community invited to Live Taping of 'Illinois Turns 200,' a Bicentennial Podcast Series
Illinois Humanities welcomes residents of Alton and surrounding communities to join us for a free live taping of Illinois Turns 200, a bicentennial podcast series, on Saturday, August 25th, 2018 from 3:00-5:30pm at the National Great Rivers Museum (#2 Locks and Dam Way).
Aug 2, 2018
Dr. Dale Chapman Named Southwest Illinois Division of United Way Fundraising Chair
Dale Chapman, president of Lewis and Clark Community College and resident of Alton has been named campaign chair for the Southwest Illinois Division of United Way of Greater St. Louis.
Aug 1, 2018
College is Just a Click Away
Lewis and Clark Community College strives to make college accessible to anyone interested in pursuing higher education.
July 2018
Jul 30, 2018
L&C Empowers Student Trustee to Positively Impact Others
Lewis and Clark’s newest Student Trustee Robyn Scott jumped right into student life because she loves to help others.
Jul 25, 2018
L&C Pegs Lancaster to Instruct Gospel Choir
Lewis and Clark Community College alumna Brenda Lancaster will instruct the school’s Gospel Choir, a new addition to the music department’s curriculum for the fall 2018 semester.
Jul 13, 2018
L&C Family Health Clinic Offers Sports Physicals at Athletic Registration Night
The Alton High School and Alton Middle School athletics offices will hold a physical and athletic registration night from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, July 19, in the AHS Commons.
Jul 13, 2018
Soil Health Grow Native! Event to feature Wine & Beer Tasting
Agricultural producers, gardeners, native plant enthusiasts and everyone else interested in pollinator and soil health are invited to a special Eat, Drink, and Grow Native! Wednesday, Aug. 1, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Eckert's Country Store & Farms in Belleville, Illinois.
Jul 3, 2018
Area Students Participate in FBI Training Academy
Incoming juniors and seniors from several area high schools participated in a Future Agents in Training (FAIT) Academy conducted by the Springfield Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) June 20-21 at Lewis and Clark Community College.
Jul 2, 2018
Solarize Metro East Reaches Solar Energy Milestone, Makes Solar Easy and Affordable
Don McQueen, a Village of Glen Carbon homeowner, will soon get some of his electricity from the sun and will be paying less on his monthly electric bill.
June 2018
Jun 29, 2018
L&C Vets Club to Host KSHE-95 Blood Drive July 6-7 on Godfrey Campus
Roll up your sleeves with the home of Real Rock Radio, KSHE-95, and the Lewis and Clark Community College Veterans Club and donate blood to help the Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center save lives.
Jun 29, 2018
Local Experts Collaborate on Solution for Erosion at SSP
While volunteering at Senior Services Plus in Alton, Thom Rhanor, of Godfrey, noticed damaging erosion near the greenhouse and decided to collaborate with other local experts to find a solution.
Jun 28, 2018
L&C Radio Broadcasting Graduate Lands On-Air Dream Job
Mikeith Teague, also known as Keith on da Beat, loves to talk, so being an on-air radio personality suits him well.
Jun 27, 2018
L&C to Offer Free Presentation on Worker Safety in Confined Spaces
Join Lewis and Clark Community College’s Workforce Education, Solutions and Safety Training (WESST) division for a presentation on the New Construction Confined Space Standard on Wednesday, July 25, from 8-10 a.m. at L&C’s Bethalto Education Center.
Jun 25, 2018
Local Radio Student Accepts Night Shift at Popular St. Louis Radio Station
Keith Teague, more famously known as Keith on da Beat, is a young man who said he is living his dreams at the age of 24.
Jun 15, 2018
L&C Releases Spring 2018 Honors Lists
Lewis and Clark Community College has released the lists of full- and part-time honors students for the Spring 2018 semester.
Jun 15, 2018
Chestnut Health Systems, Mannie Jackson Center Hosting Ex-Offender Job Fair
Chestnut Health Systems and Lewis & Clark Community College Mannie Jackson Center for Humanities will host an ex-offender job fair at the Nelson Campus, Leclaire Room 600 Troy Road, Edwardsville.
Jun 12, 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College Celebrates 42nd Annual GED Graduation
Lewis and Clark Community celebrated the 42nd GED graduating class of 2018 Thursday evening at the Hatheway Cultural Center.
Jun 6, 2018
Lewis and Clark, UIC Announce Nursing Degree Collaboration
State Rep. Monica Bristow, D-Godfrey, and state Sen. Andy Manar, D-Bunker Hill, have been working with the University of Illinois at Chicago and Lewis and Clark Community College to provide nursing students in the Metro East and Central Illinois with more opportunities to receive their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees.
Jun 4, 2018
Children Ages 10-13 Invited to Free Waterschool Camp
The Swarovski Waterschool USA program invites children ages 10-13 to participate in a free, one-week global education program about water, sanitation, hygiene and the environment.
May 2018
May 31, 2018
Graduation is a Special Life Moment for L&C student
Alton’s Matt Maag has had a lot of special moments in his young life, but he experienced another one this past week with Lewis and Clark Community College’s graduation.
May 30, 2018
Illinois Community Colleges Closer to Offering Four Year Nursing Degrees
Some Illinois community colleges are a step closer to being able to offer four-year nursing degrees.
May 29, 2018
Teachers Encouraged to Register for Free Two-day Swarovski Waterschool Educator Workshops
The Swarovski Waterschool USA program is looking for fifth through seventh-grade teachers (formal and non-formal educators) who want to educate their students about water and river systems and engage them in a community action project.
May 22, 2018
13-Year-Old Earns Two College Degrees
When Anya Alexis Wilkie was still in diapers, her mom Brandy knew she was ready to read.
May 21, 2018
Improve Your Health with Tai Chi at L&C
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education department invites people to experience Tai Chi, a low-impact, non-contact form of exercise featuring slow and deliberate body movements designed to improve flexibility, balance, strength and circulation.
May 21, 2018
Rexford Signed to Play Softball with L&C
Ronda Roberts, head softball coach at Lewis and Clark Community College in Godfrey, watched Hannah Rexford as a sophomore and liked what she saw. She decided to give Rexford another shot, signing her to play for the Trailblazers next year.
May 15, 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College to Offer Four-day Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Training Event
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Workforce Education, Solutions and Safety Training (WESST) division will be offering a four-day hands-on automotive training course focusing on advanced technologies, such as hybrid and electric vehicles.
May 14, 2018
The Captain Comes A-Calling
Capt. Benjamin Godfrey, turning 224 years old later this year, paid a visit to elementary students at St. Mary’s and Ss. Peter and Paul in Alton and at St. Ambrose and Evangelical Elementary in Godfrey on April 25 and 26.
May 11, 2018
SIUE Chancellor, an L&C Alumnus, to Deliver Commencement Address May 16
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Chancellor Randy Pembrook, a Lewis and Clark Community College alumnus, will deliver the Commencement address at L&C's 47th Annual Commencement ceremony May 16.
May 9, 2018
Conversation Toward a Brighter Future Summit Brings Students Together for Change
“Conversation Towards a Brighter Future” (CTABF) is a youth driven program that is occurring as a solution to the negative discourse that is taking place across the country among our national leaders.
April 2018
Apr 30, 2018
Solarize Metro East Builds on Past Successes with More Solar Energy
Residents, businesses, farms and non-profits in Madison County and St. Clair County have an opportunity to learn more about solar energy and participate in affordable solar through a new program called Solarize Metro East.
Apr 25, 2018
Wanted by the Springfield FBI: Future Agents in Training
Have you ever wondered what it takes to work for the FBI? If so, and you’re an incoming high school junior or senior – the 2018 Future Agents in Training (FAIT) Academy, to be held June 20-21 at Lewis and Clark Community College, is for you.
Apr 23, 2018
Join L&C Students for Race Matters on Campus: A Panel Discussion
Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Cline’s Race and Ethnic Relations class will be hosting a panel discussion on race on college campuses from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25.
Apr 23, 2018
Local High Schools Find Varied Uses for New Money Under Overhauled State Formula
East Alton-Wood River Superintendent John Pearson said while nothing is finalized, they have a few ideas in mind to what the additional $380,658.18 will go toward.
Apr 23, 2018
Talking Green with L&C Biology Professor Dr. Dalley
Dr. Patrick J. Dailey of Alton has been in the business of biology, ecology and entomology (the study of bugs) for quite some time now. His reputation as an expert is well-established throughout the region and beyond.
Apr 23, 2018
Wading for Wisdom
Alton High School seniors are earning college credit to splash around in the water, all in the name of science. Participating students in the school’s field ecology class not only fulfill high school graduation requirements for lab science, they also earn dual credit to take with them to college.
Apr 18, 2018
Parents and Students Invited to Preview College for Kids Summer Line Up at Summer Camp Expo
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Community Education division has announced its College for Kids summer camp lineup for 2018.
Apr 18, 2018
Lewis & Clark Community College’s Vocal Music Traditions Continue and Grow
Lewis and Clark Community College’s Concert Choir and its Limited Edition ensemble keep up the vocal tradition of song, both groups based on the former campus of Monticello Female Seminary.
Apr 16, 2018
L&C’s Vaughn Among Landscape Artists Featured at Duane Reed Gallery
Jeffrey Vaughn, associate professor in the Art program at Lewis and Clark Community College, is among a group of landscape artists being featured at Duane Reed Gallery in St. Louis this month.
Apr 13, 2018
L&C to Host Free Financial Literacy Workshop for Students and the Community
Madison County Housing Authority and Chestnut Health Systems have joined forces with Lewis and Clark Community College’s Career and Veteran Services Department to bring financial education to L&C students, MCHA tenants and the community.
Apr 10, 2018
Lewis and Clark Community College to Host Earth Week Activities
To celebrate Earth Week, Lewis and Clark Community College is hosting several events on its Godfrey campus April 16-21.
Apr 10, 2018
L&C Partners with CJD e-Cycling to Host E-Waste Drive
L&C’s Office of Sustainability, CJD e-Cycling and the Riverbend Growth Association (RBGA), will host a community eWaste drive from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, April 20, and Saturday, April 21, in the Tolle Lane parking lot across from L&C’s Godfrey campus.
Apr 10, 2018
L&C, Rep. Bristow Team Up to Offer Free Mobile Health Screenings
Lewis and Clark Community College and Rep. Monica Bristow teamed up to provide free health screenings through the college’s Mobile Health Unit Friday, April 6, in East Alton.
Apr 6, 2018
Summer Pell Reinstated for 2018
Summer classes just got more affordable. Lewis and Clark Community College is announcing the return of year-round federal Pell Grants to help students stay on track toward degree completion.
Apr 4, 2018
14th Annual L&C Student Art Exhibit Opens April 4
Lewis and Clark Community College’s 14th Annual Student Art Exhibition will run April 4-17 in the Hatheway Cultural Center Gallery, with a reception and awards ceremony from 5-7 pm. Friday, April 6.
Apr 4, 2018
Phi Theta Kappa, L&C to Host Opioid Crisis Summit
Opioid related deaths are on the rise, with thousands of people from all walks of life dying of overdoses each year.
Apr 2, 2018
Human Rights Advocate Emphasizes Importance of Respect
Humanitarian Naomi Tutu was the guest of honor at the 2018 Mannie Jackson Center for the Humanities Foundation Annual Speaker Series and Fundraiser on Wednesday at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

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