Lincoln College President Dr. David Gerlach addresses Logan County Democrats

[May 23, 2017]  LINCOLN -  Dr. David Gerlach, President of Lincoln College, spoke about the State's budget crisis to the Logan County Democrats on Saturday, May 13th.

The financial crisis is affecting students who apply for the MAP grants. These are students motivated to further their education and need the financial grants. These budget cuts to colleges and universities such as Lincoln College are greatly affecting the stability of higher learning in Illinois.

Dr. Gerlach strongly encouraged public involvement in letting our elected officials know the economic loss this is creating for towns and cities like Lincoln.

Logan County Democrats will meet Saturday, June 10th at 10 a.m. at the Lincoln Public Library. A guest speaker will present information about an issue that pertains to our local communities.

Lincoln College President Dr. David Gerlach (tan jacket) with members of the Logan County Democrats.

Friday, June 2nd will be the Annual Logan County Democrats Chicken Dinner at the Elks Club in Lincoln. Serving will be 4:30-7:00 p.m. with guest speakers at 6:00 p.m.

The dinner will be catered with homemade desserts, 50/50 drawing, and noted speakers.

[Rebecca Drake]