Chandler, Lyons receive MAMA scholarships With the announcement of Mississippi Automotive Manufacturers Association's 2023-24 Scholarship Recipients, MAMA's scholarship fund that has supported 205 students enrolled in Mississippi community colleges and universities reached a total of $407,500 awarded since 2006. Selected from Itawamba Community College include Quen'Darrius "Que" Chandler and Julius Lyons, both of Houston, sophomores in Industrial Maintenance and participants in the Advanced Manufacturing Technician program at Toyota Mississippi. Chandler wrote in his essay, "I am currently working at the Toyota plant in Blue Springs, where I am experiencing real-world maintenance training. I am hardworking and dedicated to becoming more knowledgeable about the automotive manufacturing industry, and I desire to improve it in any way that I can within my company and the industry as a whole. His group leader at Toyota Mississippi recognized Que's commitment in his letter of recommendation. "Quen'Darrrius has consistently shown his interest in learning new skills while applying his analytical abilities and critical thinking skills. He also actively seeks out opportunities to ... September 21, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules Preparing for the ACT sessions The Itawamba Community College Continuing Education Department has scheduled several sessions for Preparing for the ACT during the 2023 fall semester. All meet on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Math and science sessions include Oct. 21 and Dec. 2. English and reading are offered Oct. 14 and Nov. 18. ICC’s ACT prep instructors use three intensive classroom review methods in English, reading, science reasoning and math that focus on strategies for improving test-day performance and scores. Those methods include a review of all concepts tested, tips for overcoming test anxiety and guides for “studying smart.” Those who are enrolled have an opportunity to pre-test early and post-test later in the class using full-length ACT practice tests to measure performance and practice for the testing dates. Students must bring their books to all sessions. The cost is $50 per session. Preregistration is required. For more information and to register, email continuingeducation@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1500. September 11, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Sept. 28 Fall Preview Day designed for high school seniors High school seniors will have an opportunity to learn about Itawamba Community College during its Fall Preview Day, which is scheduled for September 28 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. at the Fulton Campus. Fall Preview Day attendees will also have free admission for the ICC/Northwest football game at Eaton Field, beginning with a tailgate at 5:30 p.m. They can select from up to two information sessions about ICC’s schools of academics, health science and career education, and participants will hear directly from faculty within the areas. They can choose which schools to attend based on a selected major through the registration link. Attendees will also receive information on involvement at ICC, financial aid/scholarships, housing and residence life, Phi Theta Kappa and honors. Student recruiters will lead the campus and residence hall tours during this event. Although attendance at the football game is optional, two Fall Preview Day guests will have the opportunity to participate in a passing competition for a chance to win a $500 scholarship sponsored by Dr. Pepper. Preregistration at www.iccms.edu/PreviewDays is required, and spots are filled on ... September 1, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration now open for ICC Practical Nursing program Registration is now open for Itawamba Community College’s Practical Nursing program, which begins in January 2024. Practical Nursing is a three-semester program. Upon completion, the graduate will receive a certificate and will be eligible to take the N-CLEX (national board exam) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. Those who start the program in the spring are expected to graduate in December. Prerequisites include Anatomy and Physiology I and II with a ‘C’ or above and an ACT score of at least 16 as well as completion of an Itawamba Community College application for admission. The deadline for application for the program is Nov. 1. For more information, contact Cassidy Little at celittle03@iccms.edu, (662) 620-5206, or Blake Buse at pbbuse@iccms.edu, (662) 620-5239. August 23, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to enroll new adult education students during two Sept. 11 sessions Itawamba Community College will enroll new adult education students at the Belden Center during two sessions on Sept. 11. The first, which is at 9 a.m., will be for individuals who are 18 and older; and the second, at 1 p.m., will include those who are 16-/17-years-old. Participants must have a photo ID, and 16-/17-year-olds should be accompanied by a parent or guardian and bring a withdrawal form from the most recent school attended. Entry into the adult education area is across from the WIN Job Center at ICC-Belden. Day and evening classes are offered at ICC-Belden as well as in Chickasaw, Itawamba, Lee, Monroe and Pontotoc counties. There is no cost for the classes. The ESL program, Belden Center evening courses and all WIN Job Centers offer open, continuous enrollment. GED and HiSET testing is continuing on a weekly basis, and all program-enrolled students take the GED or HiSET free of charge. For more information on scheduling an appointment, contact Priscilla Trice at pbtrice@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1513. For general information about classes or program information, email adulteducation@iccms.edu or ... August 23, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules September pathways classes at Belden Center Itawamba Community College has scheduled several pathways classes to begin in September at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). They include Food Management Certification, Sept. 11-Oct. 6, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. p.m.; Introduction to Welding and Cutting, Sept. 12-Oct. 12, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.; Small Engine Repair Technician, Sept. 12-Nov. 2, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.; and Electrician Assistant, Sept. 12-Oct. 12, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9p.m. Food Management Certification includes the essential skills needed to thrive in the restaurant and hospitality industry. Students will experience training opportunities including ServSafe® Food Manager Certification, ServSafe® Alcohol Certification, menu planning preparation, assist/participate in execution of catered events, résumé/interview skills and front- and back-of-the-house operations. Introduction to Welding and Cutting is designed to give students entry-level skills and to prepare them to do basic GMAW and SMAW welding jobs that some industries and small businesses require. Small Engine Repair Technician enables students to prepare for a career as they develop small engine repair skills, and upon completion, they will be equipped for an entry-level technician position at an ... August 14, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC fall registration continues Registration for classes for the 2023 fall semester at Itawamba Community College is continuing. The last day to add traditional full-term day/night and first eight-week classes is Aug. 18; eLearning first eight-week classes, Aug. 22; and eLearning full-term classes, Aug. 25. Financial aid is available as well as scholarships for adult learners. In addition, students may qualify for free tuition for several short-term career pathway programs, which are taught at the ICC Belden Center. Academic, career education, eLearning (online) and workforce opportunities are available in an extensive schedule. For more information, call (662) 862-8000 or email eadviser@iccms.edu. August 14, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Itawamba Community College receives $100,000 and joins 41 other schools across the US as All Within My Hands' Metallica Scholars Initiative expands in year five Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands, continues its multimillion-dollar investment in critical workforce programs at community colleges nationwide. Among the schools, Itawamba Community College was selected from a competitive pool of applicants to receive $100,000 to transform the futures of students in the community. “It is a tremendous honor for Itawamba Community College to be selected as one of the recipients of the prestigious All Within My Hands grant, which will significantly impact our career education programs, providing funding for students to pursue a pathway and their best start,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “It is another indication of the success of the College and reinforcement of the mission that students and their success are our top priority.” The Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) was launched in 2019 by Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands (AWMH), in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). The workforce initiative marks its fifth year with an ambitious expansion into new curricula. MSI now directly supports 42 community colleges across 33 states, and by the end of this year, it will have helped ... August 9, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Food Management Certification class to begin Aug. 7 at Belden Center Registration is underway for a Food Management Certification class that will begin Aug. 7 at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center. The class will meet Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. through Sept. 1. Highlights of the hands-on course include both ServSafe® Food Manager and Alcohol Certification, menu planning/preparation, assistance/participation in execution of catered events, résumé/interview skills and both front- and back-of-the-house operations. Tuition assistance could be available for those who qualify. For more information or to register, call Christy Scheuer, instructor, at (662) 407-1505 or email acscheuer@iccms.edu or pathways@iccms.edu. July 24, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Adult learners enrolling at ICC this fall have scholarship options Adult learners who plan to attend Itawamba Community College in the fall have two scholarship opportunities for financial support. They include ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive and the statewide Complete 2 Compete. ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, which provides $2,000 ($500 per semester for full-time students and $250 for part-time), is designed to provide an incentive for returning or new students, age 21, or older to pursue a degree at ICC. Criteria for selection include enrollment in a minimum of 12 hours (scholarship can be reduced to $25o per semester for part-time – six hours – status), meeting admission requirements and in good standing at ICC. The application deadline is Aug. 15, and the form is available at www.apply.iccms.edu. To find out more about the Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, contact Candace Thomas, assistant director of Financial Aid, at cdthomas@iccms.edu or call (662) 862-8261. Qualification requirements for the C2C grant include at least 21 years of age but no greater than 59, Mississippi residency and U.S. citizenship, household income that meets the Grant Household Income ... July 18, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>