Paranormal author schedules ICC visit L. Sydney Fisher, paranormal author and researcher of true hauntings and supernatural phenomena, true ghost stories, unsolved mysteries and true crime, will visit the Learning Resource Center at the Fulton Campus at 1:30 p.m., Oct. 31. Fisher will discuss her new book, The Devil’s Board, as well as share other haunting stories. A 2001 Writer’s Digest finalist as well as a 2016 Silver Falchion Award finalist, Fisher wrote her first novella by the age of 15. Her family’s roots are deep in Northeast Mississippi, but she also spent time as a child in Missouri and Tennessee. She earned the bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi and the master’s degree from the University of Missouri. Fisher’s books include The Bradford Haunting Series, See No Evil, Haunted History Series, The Phoenix Mission and The Phoenix Codes. Admission is free, and the public is invited. For more information, call (662) 862-8383 or email jyarmour@iccms.edu. October 4, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Financial aid plans area events Representatives of Itawamba Community College’s financial aid department will be available at area high schools in a series of FAFSA Completion days and Parent Nights during October and November. Parent Night, which is usually a one-hour event, is an overview of what is available in financial aid as well as information about housing, admissions and all of ICC’s applications, according to Terry Bland, ICC financial aid director. The FAFSA Completion Day consists of 30-minute sessions one-on-one with a financial aid counselor. Assistance will be provided with application for federal, state and county aid as well as answering questions. The schedule includes FAFSA Completion – Nettleton, Oct. 10, noon-5 p.m.; Aberdeen, Oct. 11, 1-6 p.m.; Smithville, Oct. 12, 1-6 p.m.; Mantachie, Oct. 16, 1-6 p.m.; Tupelo, Oct. 17, noon-5 p.m.; Fulton, Oct. 18 and 19, 8 a.m.-noon; Okolona, Oct. 23, noon-5 p.m.; Houlka, Oct. 24, 1-6 p.m.; Shannon, Oct. 25, 1-6 p.m.; TCPS, Oct. 26, 1-6 p.m.; Tremont, Oct. 30, 1-6 p.m.; Hatley, Nov. 2, 1-6 p.m.; Pontotoc area, Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m.; Saltillo, Nov. 13, 1-6 p.m. with a break from 2:30-3:30 ... October 4, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration continues for Counseling to Career program Registration is continuing for the Counseling to Career program at Itawamba Community College. The program is designed for individuals who are between the ages of 16-24, do not have a high school diploma or its equivalent, want career coaching and are serious about exploring employment opportunities. In addition, those who have a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma may qualify if they have another type of barrier, including but not limited to, single parent, low income, disabilities and homeless. Enrollments are currently being accepted for new training sessions in Chickasaw, Itawamba, Lee, Monroe and Pontotoc counties. Participants receive a $50 gas card incentive a week for the first two weeks. C2C at ICC can open doors for opportunities in certified nursing assistant; welding and heating ventilation and air conditioning. The first phase of the program is three weeks. The program is funded by the Mississippi Partnership Workforce Development Board and the Three Rivers Planning and Development District, Inc. For more information or to register, visit a WIN Job Center in Amory, Houston, Belden or Pontotoc or call ... October 2, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC offers Pathway to Construction Employment Registration is underway for a Pathway to Construction Employment program, which is scheduled for Oct. 30-Nov. 15 at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). The sessions will meet Mondays through Wednesdays from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Topics include basic safety, construction math, introduction to hand tools and power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication and employability skills and introduction to material handling. The 64-hour program includes the core curriculum of the National Center for Construction Education and Research. No experience and no skills are necessary. Upon successful completion, participants will earn NCCER Certification for the Construction Core program. For more information, contact Tatiana (Tanya) Sherman at (662) 407-1523 or email tlcipkowski@iccms.edu. October 2, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets Junior Preview Day Area high school juniors and their parents are invited to participate in a special event at the Itawamba Community College Fulton Campus, Oct. 5. Junior Preview Day, which will begin with registration at the Davis Event Center from 3-3:30 p.m., is designed for current high school juniors and their parents or guardians to receive valuable information to assist in the decision-making process of after high school choices. Highlights of the event will include a question and answer session, meetings with areas of interest, tour of the campus and residence halls, free dinner and the ICC vs. Northeast football game. Areas to be showcased are financial aid, scholarships, admissions, Honors program, academic programs, health professions, career and technical education programs and housing. Registration is available at http://www.iccms.edu/JuniorPreview. For more information, contact Marty Cooper, director of recruiting, at pmcooper@iccms.edu or (662) 862-8252. September 26, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
DPW screening Oct. 13 Itawamba Community College’s film students played a vital role in the filming of a new TV show at the Tupelo Campus during spring break. The students worked as the crew for “DPW” (Department of Public Works) for which a screening is scheduled at 7 p.m., Oct. 13, at the Link Centre in Tupelo. The public is invited. Professionals from Los Angeles were hired for the main film positions by New Jersey producer PJ Leonard. According to Morgan Cutturini, sponsor of ICC’s Film Club and English instructor, in this sitcom, the team of intellectually-challenged employees must eventually work together to save each other from embarrassment and from being fired. Three of the show’s stars include Obba Babatunde′ (from “Madame Secretary” and “Grey’s Anatomy”), Josh Sussman (from “Glee”) and James Madio (from “Hook” and “Band of Brothers”). Participating students include Jared Shields of Amory; Hunter Rodgers of Baldwyn; Christopher Roberts, Sarah Dobbs, Elijah Killian, all of Fulton; Peyton Tackett of Golden; Telexus Miller, Chelsea Page, both of Hatley; Dylan Sullivan of Houston; Grace Polite of Jackson; Jon Ray ... September 21, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC, MUW sign articulation agreement An articulation agreement signed today between Mississippi University for Women and Itawamba Community College will give students in the allied health profession upward mobility in their career. The formal signing, held in Tupelo, was for The W’s new Bachelor of Applied Science in public health education program. “Itawamba Community College appreciates the significant partnership with Mississippi University for Women, one that will provide our students in the allied health programs, with a seamless transition as they pursue the Bachelor of Applied Science degree in public health education,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “This innovative initiative by MUW will not only benefit ICC’s students but will impact regional healthcare as well.” MUW President Jim Borsig said, “We are pleased to be a formal partner with Itawamba Community College. The first of its kind in Mississippi, the 2+2 degree will allow AAS graduates to obtain a bachelor degree in public health education quicker than ever before.” The program is ideal for students who have completed an Associate of Applied Science degree in the health sciences from a Mississippi community college. These students will be ... September 20, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Military Appreciation Past and current members of the armed forces will be honored during Itawamba Community College’s Military Appreciation Night, Sept. 28, at Lambert Stadium/Eaton Field at the Fulton Campus during ICC’s football game with Northwest Mississippi Community College, which begins at 7 p.m. and pre-game at 6:30 p.m. Special activities will include a salute during halftime featuring ICC’s All-American Band. Admission is free to all past and current armed forces members and their families. For more information on the event, which is sponsored by Community Relations, email Dr. Jan Reid-Bunch, executive director, or call (662) 862-8035. September 11, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Youth Open Bass Tournament The Itawamba Community College Bass Club will sponsor a Youth Open Bass Tournament, Oct. 21. The tournament is open to any student in the sixth through twelfth grades. Teams will consist of two students, and the boat captain must be 19 years of age or older. The entry fee is $20 per boat. Launch will be at 6:30 a.m. from the Whitten Center in Fulton, and check-in at 2:30 p.m. at the boat ramp. Participants are to lock through at their own risk. Weigh-in is at 3 p.m. in front of the David C. Cole Student Services building on the ICC Fulton Campus. Cash prizes and plaques will be presented to the winners, and the big bass will win a Hammer Rod and Lew’s Reel. Entries should be mailed to the ICC Bass Club, 602 West Hill Street, Fulton, MS 38843. For more information, contact Jason Campbell at (662) 862-8357 or email jwcampbell@iccms.edu. September 8, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Tailgate contest Area residents are invited to participate in a tailgate contest on the lawn of the Davis Event Center at the Fulton Campus of Itawamba Community College, beginning at 5 p.m., Sept. 28. Entries, which must have three tailgate leaders, will be judged on creativity, pride, food and atmosphere. Winners of best atmosphere, best food, most spirit and best overall will be announced at 6:30 p.m. The award for best overall will be presented at Eaton Field during ICC’s football game with Pearl River Community College. Each tailgate will include one 10 x 10 space for a personal tent and items. Participating groups must complete the registration form, which is available at ICC’s website, www.iccms.edu, and return it to Community Relations, the sponsor of the event, by Sept. 25, either by email at jrbunch@iccms.edu or by mail to 602 West Hill Street, Fulton, MS 38843. For more information, contact Dr. Jan Reid-Bunch, executive director of Community Relations, at jrbunch@iccms.edu or (662) 862-8035. September 8, 2017 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>