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New registration process for Nurse Assistant program
Posted - 3/11
Students interested in enrolling in Fall 2010 classes in the ICC Nurse Assistant Program should call (309) 999-4275. That number is for the registration line, and they will be given instructions regarding specific information needed. By leaving the requested information, students will be placed on a list with students earning spots into the program on a "first come, first serve basis" after selecting their choice of class meeting schedule (day classes meeting twice a week; day classes meeting four times per week; or evening classes).
For more information on the program, you may contact the program director Jan Matuska, Ext. 4651.
Study Abroad Opportunity in Mexico
Posted - 3/11
ICC students may participate in a Spanish Immersion Program in Merida, Mexico, from May 19 - June 16, 2010. The application deadline is March 29. The program cost is approximately $3,500 which includes room and board, flights, four-credits of ICC tuition, books, supplies, student insurance, etc. The housing provided will be homestays that include three daily meals (included in the cost.)
For more information, contact Titania Vargas, Ext. 8830, or tvargas@icc.edu.
Students will
Posted - 3/10
Lawn Mower Summerization
Sponsored by ICC Diesel Powered Equipment Technology Student Club
Drop off is Thursday, April 8, 7 am - 5 pm
At the north edge of Lot F on the ICC East Peoria Campus
DPET students will get your working push mowers ready for the summer mowing season by providing preventative maintenance (not repair activities). Cost is $30, and service includes cleaning mower deck, sharpening and balancing the blade, installing a new spark plug, changing oil, and cleaning the air filter. Mowers can then be picked up on Monday, April 12, 7 am - 5 pm at the same location.
A limited number of mowers will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Reservations are required by emailing Linda Barnes at lbarnes@icc.edu or phoning her at (309) 694-5416.
Proceeds benefit DPET student contests, banquets, field trips, and student uniforms.
Congrats Peoria Campus Child Care on Perfect Score
Posted - 3/10
Congratulations to the staff of the Peoria Campus Child Care Center on their recent perfect score! They earned a "100" on their most recent inspection by the Peoria County Health Department. Way to go!
Moon Walk Launches April 16
Posted - 3/10
Illinois Central College will form a team for Moon Walk 2010. The community walking program runs April 16 through June 11, 2010, and encourages daily walking and physical activity. The Peoria/Tri-County team will compete against the Quad Cities and Champaign/Urbana to complete one trip to the Moon (238,700 miles). The ICC team’s total miles will contribute to our community’s total.
The first step is to register, and once registered you will be contacted for details on picking up your Moon Walk packet and logging your miles. At the end of the program the miles you logged can earn you Wellness Works points.
100 Moon Walk Miles = 10 points
200 Moon Walk Miles = 20 points
500+ Moon Walk Miles = 30 points
Also, the top five individual ICC “walkers” will receive 25 extra Wellness Works points. Cost to participate is $10 per person* and includes a 2010 Moon Walk T-shirt at 100 miles. An on-line coupon for $10 off shoes is available from Running Central. For those needing to purchase a pedometer, an Accusplit AE 2740 pedometer will be available for an additional $20.
Pick up your registration form in Health Services or give us a call at ext. 5475 to have a form sent to you. To be in the first batch of registrations, please return your registration form and fee to Health Services by April 2, 2010.
For more information or details, contact Health Services, Ext. 5475.
*If making out a check, please make it payable to PALM.
Prostate Cancer Screenings Available March 18 & 22
Posted - 3/8
In cooperation with Methodist Urology Specialists, Wellness Works will be offering prostate cancer screenings (PSA/DRE) to eligible participants. This service is available to full-time employees, retirees, and eligible dependents, covered by ICC’s health insurance plan. The cost of the screening will be covered under the wellness portion of the plan.
Part-time employees, retirees or dependents who have health insurance other than the ICC Health Plan are still eligible for the screening. You must show proof of insurance in the form of a copy of your insurance card. Methodist Urology Specialists will then directly bill the standard rate for this exam to your respective health insurance plan. You are then responsible for any non-covered amount.
The screenings will be performed at the office of:
Dr. Dwayne McQuitty, MD
900 Main Street, Suite 350 (Atrium Bldg)
Peoria, IL 61602
The dates of the screenings are:
Thursday, March 18, and Monday, March 22
Please call 671-7766 to schedule an appointment.
Special Note: This screening is recommended for men over the age of 40 or men younger who have a strong family history of prostate cancer.
If you have any questions, please call Health Services at 694-5475.
Healthcare Plan Addendum for PSAs, exam
Posted - 3/8
Effective 2/1/10, the Illinois Central College Health Care Plan Description is amended to increase the wellness benefit for PSA and Digital Exam to $84.00, payable once per calendar year.
You're invited -- Jean Holmes Retirement Reception
Posted - 3/8
You're invited...
Retirement Reception for Jean Holmes
Tuesday, May 18
2 - 4 pm
Perley Room 203
Stop by and wish Jean well after her 38 years of service to ICC!
AAWCC Coordinates "Race for the Cure" Team
Posted - 3/1
The ICC Chapter of the American Association for Women in Community Colleges (AAWCC) is once again organizing an ICC team for the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which will be held Saturday, May 8, at the Peoria Metro Centre.
The team is open to anyone who would like to join. You will need to register and pay online by April 23rd to be a part of the ICC team. You may register online at www.komenpeoria.org , click on “Race for the Cure” and follow the instructions to join the team. Team name is “ICC”.
**NEW THIS YEAR!** All participants who register by April 23rd will receive their Race packet including Race t-shirt and bib by mail. Packets will begin being mailed in early April. Please contact Jessica Trad at 694-5716 or by email at jtrad@icc.edu for more information. All proceeds benefit breast cancer research through Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
Kim Cioni Receives Distinguished Service Award
Posted - 2/19
Kim Cioni (Business & Information Systems) received the 2009 Distinguished Service Award from the Illinois Business Educators Association. The award was presented for her leadership and enthusiasm for business education.
Congrats to Child Care Center!
Posted - 2/19
Congratulations to the teachers and staff of the ICC East Peoria Campus Child Care Center on the perfect score of 100 they just received on the inspection by the Tazewell County Health Department! Way to go!
COBRA Update Notice for Employees
Posted - 2/4
The Risk & Benefits Management Office share the following coverage update --
http://www.icc.edu/facultyStaff/riskBenefit_coverageUpdates.asp
The change is to the second page. Assistance eligible individuals are eligible for a reduced premium if they are involuntarily terminated between 9/1/08 and 2/28/10.
Section 125/AFLAC Reminder
Posted - 1/6
Employees who participate in the Section 125 program through AFLAC should know that the deadline to file for "unreimbursed medical expenses and/or child care expenses" that occurred during calendar year 2009 is March 31, 2010. All correspondence must be postmarked by that date.
Questions? Contact Angie McElyear, Ext. 5398, or Dale Cunningham, Ext. 5430.
Wellness Works Offers Exercise Bonus
Posted - 11/10
Wellness Works participants can start now to earn a 15 point bonus by simply getting in 20 workouts between October 31, 2009 and January 10, 2010. The workout must be aerobic in nature and at least 30 minutes in length. The workout can be at home or any fitness center. You can log the workouts on an exercise log found on the Wellness Works website or stop by Health Services to pick one up.
Just turn in your completed log to Health Services, Room 338C, by January 22, 2010 to receive15 points toward Wellness Works 2010.
Remember Health Services keeps track of all your Wellness Points for you. Simply turn in the appropriate documentation at the end of each session.
The spring exercise session for Wellness Works 2010 starts January 11, 2010 along with the rest of the program.
Check out e-news and the Wellness Works website for important Wellness Works updates through out the year. Questions? Call Health Services, 694-5475.