Lincoln Frost

WHEREAS, in special recognition of distinguished service to Illinois Valley Community College and the IVCC community, the Board of Trustees wishes to recognize Lincoln Frost by honoring him with the title of Adjunct Faculty Emeritus; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost began his teaching career in 1964 at Tri-Valley High and then joined the LP faculty in 1966, teaching for 28 years and serving 22 as the department chair, retiring from LP in 1994; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost began as an adjunct faculty in 1970 and continued at IVCC even after his high school retirement, retiring in 2011 after 31 years with the College; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost was inducted into the LPO-IVCC Hall of Fame in 2014 after a distinguished career; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost was deeply committed to student success and while many students struggled with math before his classes, his special skill included helping students by clarifying and simplifying math concepts and providing extra help; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost, an LPO graduate, has been a tireless advocate for IVCC, with all five of his children graduating from IVCC and his work inspiring future generations of math teachers, including students who previously disliked the subject; and

WHEREAS, Mr. Frost has demonstrated professional competence, provided meritorious service to the College, community and profession, and has upheld the mission, vision, strategic objectives and core values of the College during his employment, and has championed the role of the College in the community;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College that it approves the designation of Adjunct Faculty Emeritus for Lincoln Frost.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Board herein extends its deepest appreciation to Lincoln Frost for his dedication, generosity, and service to Illinois Valley Community College and to the students, staff, and faculty members who have been positively impacted by his 31 years of service to the College and 47 years as a dedicated educator.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution was presented for approval at the Board of Trustees meeting on February 17, 2026 and will be noted in the permanent minutes of this Board meeting.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Adjunct Faculty Emeritus status for Lincoln Frost hereunto will be listed on the website and identified in publications related to the history of the College and that the use of the title “Adjunct Faculty Emeritus” in community and professional activities may be allowed now and hereafter.

Effective this 17th Day of February, 2026