Lincoln Land Community CollegeStudent Guide

Academic dates, campus language, housing, and student-life references for Lincoln Land Community College. Core organization is free for students.

College in Springfield, IL. Operating on a semester system.

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Student guide · Fall 2026 Semester (16 weeks)

The semester, explained for Lincoln Land Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 Semester (16 weeks)
Campus terms
8
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 Semester (16 weeks) runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

11 entries
  1. Fall 2026 Module 1 (8 weeks)
  2. Fall 2026 Semester (16 weeks)Relevant now
  3. Fall 2026 Short Semester (12 weeks)
  4. Fall 2026 Module 2 (8 weeks)
  5. Spring 2027 Module 3 (first 8 weeks)
  6. Spring 2027 Semester (16 weeks)
  7. Spring 2027 Short Semester (12 weeks)
  8. Spring 2027 Module 4 (second 8 weeks)
  9. Summer 2027 Module 5 (first 4 weeks)
  10. Summer 2027 Session (8 weeks)
  11. Summer 2027 Module 6 (second 4 weeks)

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Campus language

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8 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, the student group responsible for planning campus events.

L

Logger
The official mascot and the term used to refer to any LLCC student.
Logger Central
The physical and digital 'one-stop shop' for admissions, registration, and financial aid services.

P

PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community college students (Alpha Phi Kappa chapter).

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student population.

T

The Bistro
Bistro Verde, the student-run restaurant operated by the LLCC Culinary Arts program.
The Snack Bar
The main cafeteria and dining area located in Menard Hall.
The Villas
The Villas at Southwood, the privately owned apartment-style housing adjacent to the Springfield campus.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Alert
LLCC Alert, the emergency notification system used for campus closures or safety warnings.
bistro_verde
Bistro Verde
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
Cass
Cass Gymnasium, the main athletic facility for the LLCC Loggers.
L-Number
The unique student identification number assigned to every student, beginning with the letter L.
llcc_cafeteria
LLCC Cafeteria
Logan
Logan Hall, the building primarily dedicated to science labs and health professions programs.
Menard
Menard Hall, the central campus building housing the library, bookstore, and student services.
Millennium
Millennium Center, home to the nursing program and various administrative offices.
Sangamon
Sangamon Hall, a primary academic building containing classrooms and faculty offices.
SMTD
Springfield Mass Transit District, the public bus system that provides transportation to and from the campus.
Trutter
The Trutter Center, a multi-purpose facility used for community events and meetings.
Workday
The cloud-based student information system used for registration, viewing grades, and managing financial aid.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Semester (16 weeks) runs Aug 22, 2026 – Dec 17, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
8 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Springfield for Lincoln Land Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Springfield.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$850

Cost of Living Index

92

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Sangamon Mass Transit District (SMTD) bus system, Amtrak rail service

Nearest Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

51°F

Avg Snowfall

20 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 7

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Lot 8

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Lot 9

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Lot 14

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Lot 15

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Lot 16

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Campus News

Latest updates from Lincoln Land Community College

LLCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society installs new officers

The Alpha Epsilon Kappa chapter of Phi Theta Kappa held its fall induction ceremony in the Student Union.

Oct 30, 2026

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LLCC Police Department swears in newest 'pawfficer'

Everest, a husky dog, has been sworn in as the college's newest outreach and therapy dog.

Oct 26, 2026

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LLCC's Trutter Museum & Murray Gallery to feature 'Lines' Nov. 2-Dec. 4

The exhibit features glass works by Springfield-based artist Mario Clarke with a closing reception on Dec. 3.

Oct 27, 2026

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LLCC Livestock Judging Team earns top honors across Midwest

The LLCC Livestock Judging Team collected team and individual awards at competitions across the Midwest this fall.

Oct 27, 2026

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LLCC ALERT emergency notification system is active for students and employees.

LLCC ALERT emergency notification system is active for students and employees.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Lincoln Land Community College

Trutter Museum Exhibit: 'Lines' by Mario Clarke

November 5, 2026

Trutter Museum & Murray Gallery

An exhibit featuring glass works by Springfield-based artist Mario Clarke, running from Nov. 2 to Dec. 4.

Professional Development Day (College Closed)

November 10, 2026

Main Campus

The college is closed for Professional Development Day; no classes will be held.

Veterans Day Ceremony

November 11, 2026

Main Campus

A ceremony honoring veterans held on campus.

LLCC Giving Day

November 13, 2026

Campus-wide

A day for the community to help advance the mission of LLCC by raising essential funds for student needs.

Women's Basketball: LLCC vs. College of Lake County

November 13, 2026

Cass Gymnasium

LLCC women's basketball home game against College of Lake County.

Women's Basketball: LLCC vs. Milwaukee Area Technical College

November 14, 2026

Cass Gymnasium

LLCC women's basketball home game against Milwaukee Area Technical College.

LLCC Board of Trustees Meeting

November 18, 2026

Main Campus

Regular meeting of the Lincoln Land Community College Board of Trustees.

Women's Basketball: LLCC vs. Illinois Valley Community College

November 24, 2026

Cass Gymnasium

LLCC women's basketball home game against Illinois Valley Community College.

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Email Domain

@llcc.edu

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