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EASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CAMPUS Founded in 1895, Eastern Illinois University is a public institution with a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,957. Located in the city of Charleston, about 180 miles south of Chicago and about 140 miles northeast of St. Louis, it utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Undergraduates can choose from many majors in the fields of arts and humanities, business and applied sciences, education and professional studies, and the sciences. The university also offers more than 25 master’s degree programs, including those in the Lumpkin College of Business and Applied Sciences and the Department of Communication Disorders & Sciences.
EIU offers Community Ambassador Scholarships to regional students CHARLESTON — Eastern Illinois University has offered 66 regional students its Community Ambassador Scholarship — a scholarship program that encourages local high school graduates to stay in the area by continuing their academic careers at EIU. According to a press release, each of the 66 students is eligible to receive a $2,000 reward to help offset tuition costs from the scholarship fund. The fund
itself was created in late 2017 as a proactive way to keep Illinois’ prospective college students in Illinois, where they can add tangible value to the region as a whole. Josh Norman, associate vice president for Enrollment Management at EIU, applauds the collaborative community effort driving the scholarship’s creation, development and ongoing support, citing the importance of continued community and
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$461.8 million in economic output to the region alone on an annual basis. High school graduates within a 60-mile radius of EIU were encouraged to apply for the scholarships. Students selected for the fall 2018 awards include: Champaign County: Dre’Anna Colvin, Courtney Kneer, Samantha Mabry, Lexington Mahaffey, Mathew Paquin, Brianna West, and Grace
West Clark County: Jurnee Evans and Audria Truelove Coles County: Nicholas Bays, Blake Bonnstetter, Madison Freeman, Alexa Fifield, Tanner Gray, Brandon Ingram, Emily Logsdon, Jessica Nichols, Keegan Noll, Nicholas Oakley, Vinh Phan, Will Sharp, Kennedy Tozer, Ella Wettig, and Elliott Winkleblack Crawford County: Shalyn Fear and Logan Richards Cumberland County: Victoria Wilson Douglas County: Sabrina Bettinger, Breleigh Eversole, Hannah Hudson, Holly Olson, Grace Snider, and Meredith Vandeventer Edgar County: Carrington Gann, Serenity Parrent, Cody Richardson, and Megan Seuffer Effingham County: Emily Becker, Kathren Courson, Rachel Mette, and Lauren Meyer
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regional growth. “Our Community Ambassador Scholarship partners understand and appreciate the benefits of growing our own future right here at home,” he said. “This specific scholarship allows EIU to enroll highly qualified local students who, upon graduating, are likely to continue living, working, and engaging in their east central Illinois communities. Studies show this has a monumental impact on our region, and EIU’s enduring commitment to local students is a trademark of this university’s successful past and positive future.” The impact Norman refers to is based on the results of a study by Coles Together, the economic development organization for Coles County. That study indicates EIU adds $503.5 million in economic output to the State of Illinois while contributing
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LAKE LAND COLLEGE CAMPUS Lake Land College District 517, located in Mattoon, Illinois, serves the second largest community college district in the state, with a total population of 189,869. The Lake Land College district comprises all or part of 15 counties and 31 public school districts in rural east central Illinois. Counties served by Lake Land College include: Christian, Clark, Clay, Coles, Crawford, Cumberland, Douglas, Edgar, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Macon, Montgomery, Moultrie and Shelby.
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Lake Land College renovating Luther Student Center MATTOON — The Laker experience is getting an upgrade starting this summer, according to a Lake Land College press release. Construction will soon be underway for a 15,200-square-foot addition and interior renovation to the Robert K. Luther Student Center. The Luther Student Center remodel allows for student services to be centralized in the heart of campus. Making the move to the new space will be the Bookstore, Financial Aid, TRiO Student Support Services and the Police Department. The new layout will simplify the new student experience, with a welcoming environment that fosters success.
Whether it be a future student visiting campus for Laker Visit Day, a current student checking on financial aid, or an alumnus stopping by Admissions & Records to pick up a transcript, the new space will offer ease of navigation between services. In addition to campus, the Lake Land presence in Effingham will be growing. The Rural Development Center, adjacent to the Kluthe Center for Higher Education and Technology, is expected to begin construction in 2022. The center will house the Effingham Regional Career Academy as well as additional classroom and lab space. The Rural Development Center
will focus on providing educational opportunities to train for careers in advanced manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, technology and transportation. “As a college, we continuously seek innovative opportunities to enhance learning and improve services. Through these construction plans, we will position ourselves to better serve a new generation of students,” said Lake Land College President Josh Bullock.
UNDERWAY The new Board and Administration Center construction is already underway. This past spring and summer, the college has been busy renovating the former Child Care Lab to accommodate administrative offices and create additional space for a dedicated board of trustees meeting room.
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EIU anticipates enrollment growth this fall CHARLESTON — EIU leaders are anxiously awaiting for the fall semester to begin, and rightly so. Early indications suggest that EIU’s first-time freshmen enrollment numbers will increase by more than 20 percent, and that
the university is also likely to see upticks to its transfer, online and graduate student enrollments as well. This follows January’s news that Eastern Illinois University’s official springto-spring enrollment increased five per-
cent from 2017 to 2018. According to university leaders, the ongoing growth is attributable to the accelerated, ongoing efforts of EIU’s admissions, enrollment and marketing teams to create broader awareness of EIU
in the state and the region. “We’ve worked hard to better unify and reinforce our overall outreach efforts by strategically aligning those areas,” said Josh Norman, EIU’s associate vice president for Enrollment Management.
“Anyone affiliated with EIU knows we offer a top-quality experience to all our students, but creating that heightened awareness is also an important counterpart in sharing and spreading our distinct EIU narrative.”
EIU’s Access Granted Program benefits first-generation college students CHARLESTON — Eastern Illinois University is helping several first-generation minority students achieve remarkable new heights, according to a press release. The university’s Access Granted is a recruitment and retention program for students of color who have been admitted to EIU as freshmen. Beginning in 2006 as a collaboration between the Office of Admissions and Minority Affairs, 50 to 75 prospective students are selected each year to visit EIU during a February weekend. Transportation, lodging, and meals are offered at no cost to the students or their families. Once on campus, they are given a snapshot of what life for them would be like as an EIU student. Mona Davenport, director of Minority Affairs, applauds the program for its outreach and impact. “The program gives an exclusive weekend pass to preview the life of a college student,” Davenport said. “Incoming students listen to workshops conducted by faculty and professional staff, addressing leadership and teambuilding, conflict resolution, and scholarship opportunities. Students also participate in social activities like bowling and the Step Show to give them the full view of what it is like to come to
college at Eastern.” “I loved the fact that I was able to get a one-on-one connection with the students, campus, and faculty. It was my first time living on campus, and I enjoyed every last bit of it,” said Raven Ramsey, a spring 2018 Access Granted participant. Another 2018 program participant, Hannah Moore, admitted that—despite encouragement from EIU alumni in her own family—EIU wasn’t her first pick. That changed during her Access Granted visit. “After my participation in Access Granted I loved the feel on campus,” Moore said. “The overall positivity and good vibes that I received during my weekend experience amazed me and is the reason why I am a member of [the EIU 2022 class] today.” In addition to familiarizing themselves with campus, students who participate in the pro-
gram demonstrate higher retention and graduation rates than their counterparts who do not attend Access Granted, according to Davenport. In fact, for four of the six years for which the university has collected program data, Access Granted students’ graduation rates exceed the university average. Davenport attributes this success to attention and involvement. Through one-on-one engagement, students are assisted with enrollment, campus layout, and available resources that can help them continue their academic journeys with confidence. “The majority of these students are first-generation, [so they are] not that familiar with the navigation process. We show them the ropes of how to be a success,” Davenport said. “Students who participate in Access Granted are also invited to help plan and deliver the next annual Access Me n ad tion th a 10 nd g is e % en off t tre e
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Laker Homecoming set for Sept. 28-29 MATTOON — Lake Land College is calling all alumni home to celebrate Laker Homecoming from Sept. 28 –29. All alumni, including graduates and those who have taken a class or two, are invited to return to campus and share memories of their alma mater with family and friends throughout the weekend’s activities, according
to a college press release. The theme for this year’s festivities, “Welcome to Paradise,” kicks off on Friday, Sept. 28, with a Laker volleyball game. On Saturday, Sept. 29, an Alumni Recognition Banquet will be held at Mattoon Golf and Country Club followed by a free concert on campus by the Jimmy Buffett-inspired band,
The Boat Drunks. “As we celebrate Lake Land College, we invite all of our alumni to reconnect with friends and faculty and visit campus during homecoming weekend. Those alumni who have been away for a while will be amazed at how their alma mater has grown into a beautiful campus,” Dave Cox, director
of alumni relations and annual giving, said. For more information about any of the homecoming events, visit www.lakelandcollege. edu/alumni or email Cox at dcox5612@lakelandcollege.edu. For athletic events information, contact Lake Land College Athletics at 217-234-5333 or wroberts52500@lakelandcollege.edu.
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Lake Land College opens scholarship opportunity for students MATTOON — The Lake Land College Foundation will reopen its scholarship application period to allow incoming students to apply for a scholarship for the 2018-19 academic year. Applications will be accepted Aug. 7 through Aug. 23. The application must be submitted by 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, to be considered for a Lake Land College Foundation scholarship. All incoming students, including non-traditional students, recent high school graduates and current students, are encouraged to apply. If a student previously applied for a Foundation scholarship for fall 2018 and did not receive one, they need not apply again. Those applications will automatically be reviewed again during this period. “The Lake Land College Foundation Board of Directors is very excited to assist our incoming students in making college more affordable with this scholarship blitz,” Jackie Joines, executive director of college advancement, said. Scholarship applications are available on the Lake Land College website. Go to lakelandcollege.edu and look for the “Paying for College” menu. Then select “Scholarships” or go directly to lakelandcollege. edu/dv/fd/scholarships. To be considered for scholarship awards, completed applications must be received by the Lake Land College Foundation office by 5 p.m. on August 23. Applicants will be considered for all Foundation scholarships for which they qualify. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. For additional information, contact Lake Land College Foundation at 217-234-5445 or prosine@lakelandcollege.edu.
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Girls State, Smith-Walbridge CHARLESTON — Eastern Illi“Programs like the American nois University has extended its Legion Illinois Premier Girls State partnership to continue hosting are exactly what is needed today two renowned events each year. to create the leaders of the future, as well as the responsible citizens American Legion Auxiliary we need them to be,” Stone added.
Celebrating the Girls State contract extension are, from left to right: EIU President Dr. David Glassman; Marsha Haag, President of American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State; Sarah Wyckoff, 2018 Girls State Camp Director; Karen Boughan, Executive Secretary of American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State; Lynette Drake, Vice President of Student Affairs at Eastern Illinois University; and Mark Hudson, Director of University Housing and Dining Services at Eastern Illinois University.
Illini Girls State, EIU extend Smith-Walbridge Clinics, contract for 10 years EIU extend contract for Representatives of both American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls five years State and Eastern Illinois University used the occasion of the 33rd session in June to formally sign a 10-year contract extension. “Eastern Illinois University has had a long history of working with the American Legion Auxiliary Illini Girls State, and we are really excited to be able to continue this partnership,” said Jody Stone, senior associate director of Residence Life and Conference Services. Premier Girls State brings together young women from the state of Illinois for a week-long program where they are provided training in city, county and state government. The participants have a chance to run for office, vote, campaign and write legislation for the organization. Guest speakers in the political arena and motivational speakers are invited to encourage young women to become more confident and provide them with a solid foundation of leadership and management as they transition into adult life.
Representatives of both the Smith-Walbridge Clinics and Eastern Illinois University also used their 18th partnership event to formally sign a five-year contract extension. “Smith-Walbridge Clinics is one of the preeminent marching band clinics in the US. In fact, it also draws a significant number of international participants,” said Mark Hudson, director of University Housing and Dining at EIU. “It is a huge honor that they want to continue working with Eastern Illinois University to host their conference for the next five years.” Smith-Walbridge Clinics was the first camp to host marching band-related activities serving high school students, undergraduate college students and band directors. Smith-Walbridge offers different clinics and programs for participants to apply to their own programs. EIU hosts several opportunities throughout the year catered to grade school and high school
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EIU recognizes scholarship recipients, applauds donors CHARLESTON — Eastern Illinois University’s annual Tribute event recognized a variety of student scholarship recipients, and celebrated the many donors who made those scholarships possible. The event, held in early April, celebrated those students who are currently taking advantage of at least one of the more than 600 scholarships the university offers students on an annual basis. In
addition, the 2018 event highlighted the lifelong contributions of Dr. Harry and Gladys Frost and Paul Snyder, who were presented with the EIU Foundation’s 2017 Burnham and Nancy Neal Outstanding Philanthropist Awards for their ongoing contributions and support. Both Dr. Frost and Snyder are alumni of EIU. “The critical contributions of these valued EIU advocates and
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DORM SWEET DORM Preparing your teenager for college life? Don’t overpack
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To save precious dorm space, roommates should talk about what they’re bringing to avoid duplication, and check what supplies a dorm may provide, like vacuum cleaners and microwaves.
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ou’ve shared a home for a lifetime and felt secure knowing that child of yours was just a bedroom away. Now, you’re shipping your teenager off to begin a new chapter in an unfamiliar place, possibly hundreds of miles away — all without you. Dropping a child off at college for the first time can be an emotional transition. And in that overwhelming run-up to the eventual goodbye, overbuying and overpacking are easy mistakes to make as parents hope to inoculate their teens against every collegiate scenario. “Sometimes we don’t know what to do with emotions,” so parents channel them into packing and shopping to feel productive, said Beth Miller, a coordinator for residence life at University of Wisconsin-Madison who has been involved in campus life for the past 17 years. “But sometimes parents are purchasing things based on emotion and not necessarily based on need.” It’s natural to want to send your child with all the dorm supplies necessary to start college off right, and overbuying is “an expression of love,” says Mary Dell Harrington, co-founder of Grown & Flown , a website for parents of high school and college students. “But their success doesn’t have anything to do with the perfect comforter,” she says. “It has to do with them actually doing the work and making friends and having a feeling of belonging. Those aren’t things we can impact at all as their parents. What we can do is help with the comforter shopping.” Some packing tips from the experts:
Rather than thinking about what the student will need for the school year, Miller recommends bringing enough for the first two weeks. That means students don’t necessarily need their warmest coat if the cold isn’t due to arrive before a family weekend or trip home. And don’t forget to bring a few things that make college feel like home, like photos or posters.
Skip the extras
Students should skip anything on the list that they haven’t used at home, with some exceptions, Miller says. Those include items that will help with a roommate issue, like earplugs and an eye mask. Or, for students who need to walk down the hall to the bathroom, a shower caddy, shower shoes and something to cover up with are recommended.
Shop your home first
To save money, Harrington recommends that families shop their closets first. “They don’t have to send their kid with all new stuff to college,” she said. “It does get wrecked, and it’s hard for kids to keep things orderly and clean in a dorm room because it’s such tight quarters.”
Check the website
Before the first set of twin XL sheets is even selected, the first stop on the road to buying just the right amount should be the college website. Many universities list the items and amenities that come with each room. Some include dimensions for the room, the under-the-bed space and the best size carpet for the space. They also list prohibited items (possibly certain appliances) and have a packing list.
See what’s included
Perfection will come later
Check whether the room comes with a trash can or lamp. Is there a convenient printing center or does the student need a printer? Will your student walk down the hall, or across the quad, to do laundry? Some campuses allow twinkle lights, others don’t. “Each one of these things will determine what your purchases will likely be,” Harrington said. Your child won’t need — or have room JOEL NINMANN PHOTOS, UW-MADISON UNIVERSITY HOUSING for — everything on the college packing list, Harrington says. “Like an alarm clock: Dorm rooms at University of Wisconsin-Madison are shown. To avoid overbuying and Maybe your kid is accustomed to using their overpacking for dorm life, check the college website beforehand to see what’s included and what’s prohibited, and involve your student in the process, experts recommend. phone as an alarm clock.”
Remember, the room doesn’t have to be perfect on day one. And parents, so full of hope and excitement for their child on move-in day, have many ways to tell their children they love and care about them without spending another dime or making another trip to the car. “Show it through a hug, show it through a text message, show it through an email or a letter that you leave them on their desk,” Miller said.
Stick to basics
When shopping, focus on your child’s needs for their specific dorm room, Harrington advises. Get the basics and a few extras, and then plan on running to the store after move-in to pick up a few helpful items, like a hook for that wet towel or a fan if it’s hot. Of course, students can order online as well. Get your child involved. “Have students lead the way,” Miller says. “Ask them what they think they will need.”
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You won’t regret saving a portion of your summer income for the long term. You won’t be able to spend it right away, but it will last long past graduation day. Say you open a retirement account like a Roth IRA with $50 when you’re 20 years old and put $50 in it every month. At 70, you would have over $175,000. Increase your contribution to $100 a month in two years, and you would end up with almost $330,000. A Roth IRA in particular is a good idea because you can withdraw money you’ve put into it at any time without penalty. So it can function as a backup emergency fund. Another way to plan for your future: Put down a deposit on a secured credit card. Your deposit — say, $200 — will generally be equal to your credit line. That will help you safely build credit, which could mean lower interest rates on a car loan and an easier time getting an apartment in the future.
Send money directly to savings Your employer may give you the choice between getting paid by direct deposit or by payroll card, which works like a prepaid debit card. “Always use direct deposit if you’re given the option,” says Amelia O’Rourke-Owens, program manager for the nonprofit America Saves for Young Workers, an initiative of the Consumer Federation of America, a consumer research and advocacy organization.
When you’re paid by direct deposit, you’ll generally have the option to split your paycheck into separate checking and savings accounts. You’re more likely to save money you’ve earned if some of it never hits checking at all. Consider sending 20 percent of your paycheck to savings to start. Make sure you have enough money in the checking account for regular expenses first; you can always save more.
Pick the right bank account
A checking account with lots of fees will needlessly eat into your earnings. You might be tempted to choosethe bank your parents use, but shop around. Make sure you understand minimum balance requirements and monthly maintenance, ATM and overdraft fees. While some banks waive fees if your paycheck is deposited directly into an account each month, that won’t help college students who work only part of the year, O’Rourke-Owens says.
Several online banks and credit unions offer free or low-fee checking accounts. Prioritize one that will reimburse ATM charges or has a wide ATM network and that has low overdraft fees. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s website offers a guide to managing your checking account. Done right, your summer job can lead to new friends, pizza money, a line on a resume — and a step toward long-term financial security.
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