37TH ANNUAL SALUTE TO GOSPEL SET TO TAKE THE VIRTUAL STAGE
The Annual Salute to Gospel Music Program comes to a screen of your choice Feb. 27 and 28, with the surprise artist announcement set for Monday, Feb. 1. The concert exists to encourage African American youth to appreciate the many advantages of a CLC education. Over the years, Salute to Gospel Music has showcased nothing but the industry's best, featuring dynamic and legendary artists such as The Winans, Shirley Caesar and many more. The program has continued to grow in popularity with the college's support. Salute to Gospel Music proves that Black music motivates us to better our communities and bring races together.
MORE THAN ONE DOZEN WAYS TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Poetry, soul food, college fairs, health discussions and tracing family lineage are among the many events being hosted by the college to celebrate Black History Month. All events are free, virtual and open to the public.

According to History.com, every president since Gerald Ford in 1976 has designated February as Black History Month and endorsed a specific theme. The 2021 theme, “Black Family: Representation, Identity and Diversity,” explores the African diaspora and the spread of Black families across the United States.
STUDENTS PARTNER WITH LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES FOR "OUR VOICE IS BLACK HISTORY"
A collaboration between the Dunn Museum and the college's Black Student Union, this exhibit offers a unique look at a representation of the African American voice in Lake County. Presented virtually, the exhibition examines and explores multigenerational stories and experiences through graphic design, poetry, writing, art and video interviews which portray the voice of the African Americans’ past and reality, becoming Our Voice.

Preview the exhibit at the 38th Annual Profiles in Excellence event on Saturday, Feb. 6.
NEARLY 90 STUDENTS HELPED BY METALLICA SCHOLARS INITIATIVE
Yes, that Metallica. In 2017 the world-famous heavy metal band created the All Within My Hands Foundation in order to "assist and enrich the lives of members of the communities who have supported the band for years" with a focus on supporting workforce education, the fight against hunger and other critical local services.

In 2020, CLC received its second $100,000 grant from the foundation which helped 68 students overcome various financial barriers to continuing or completing their education in manufacturing focused fields of study. An additional grant resulting from vocalist / guitarist James Hetfield holding a raffle led to and additional 18 students receiving scholarships.
OPEN EDUCATION RESOURCES SAVES STUDENTS $365K IN FALL '20
Traditional college textbooks can cost students hundreds of dollars per semester, causing a financial strain or the inability to buy required course materials. Students who show up to the first day of class without what they need are immediately put at a disadvantage and less likely to succeed.

One strategy which cuts the cost of some materials to zero involves Open Education Resources (OER). OER alone saved students $365k in Fall 2020, or $31 per student. It's not the only effort being made by the college, including a recently proposed Inclusive Access policy.
FIRST LAKE COUNTY MAKER FAIRE SET FOR APRIL: MAKERS WANTED!
Calling all makers and creatives! The college will host the first Lake County Maker Faire virtually on Saturday, April 17.

Tune in to this family-friendly event to see the best of our community's creations, including works from CLC's Baxter Innovation Lab. Think you have what it takes to MAKE? Show us what amazing designs you've created using simple household items such as toilet paper tubes, LEGO® and cardboard boxes, or as complex as 3D printers, microcontrollers and other innovative technology.

Submit your proposal by March 20 to present your work live.
ADDRESSING STUDENTS' MENTAL HEALTH DURING DISTRESSING TIMES
A full-time staff therapist position is getting support from the Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County. The $50,000 grant will help the college's counseling and psychological services (CAPS) provide mental health resources to students who may otherwise not have access to supportive therapy.

"They have things going on at home, they may be employed, they may be parents, they may be struggling with their own mental health, so it’s important to look at the holistic health,” said CAPS Director Arellys Aguinaga.
COVID-19 VACCINATIONS, PHASE 1B, BEGINS IN LAKE COUNTY
Starting Monday, Jan. 25 the Lake County Health Department is allowing area pharmacies, hospitals, healthcare providers and other partners to begin Phase 1b of COVID-19 vaccinations. The State of Illinois Vaccine Distribution Priority Group Phase 1b includes frontline essential workers and all residents age 65 and over. For details on occupations included in Phase 1b, visit www.lakecountyil.gov/vaccine.

The county's vaccine registration portal, AllVax, continues to accept new registrants and the health department is asking for help to reach all of our community members. Certain populations have serious fears, concerns and hesitancies towards getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
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