ICC recent graduate, Jordan Allen, selected as candidate for prestigious PROMISE program Jordan Allen of Jackson, recent graduate of Itawamba Community College, has been selected as a candidate for the Promoting Recruitment Opportunities in Medicine with Individual Study Experience (PROMISE). The early assurance program for economically/educationally disadvantaged students with a commitment to pursuing a career as a physician is sponsored and managed by the School of Medicine at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. At ICC, Allen was a member of the women’s soccer team, STEM Club, Trading Post, Phi Theta Kappa and Honors College, Instructional Support Leader and Chemistry II tutor for NASA (Mississippi Space Grant Consortium) as well as 2023 Orientation Leader. Her other activities include assistance in the nursery and singing in the choir at New Jerusalem Church in Jackson. She will continue her education at Mississippi College where she plans to major in biology/pre-medicine with a minor in communication. She is the daughter of Althea Allen. “We are excited to welcome Jordan to the PROMISE program this summer,” said Dr. Dan Coleman, director of Outreach at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine. “This program will ... May 16, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Forbes Advisor ranks ICC Business and Marketing Management Technology program sixth in nation; only Mississippi college recognized Forbes Advisor has ranked Itawamba Community College’s Business and Marketing Management Technology program sixth in the nation, the only community college in Mississippi to be recognized. Forbes Advisor’s ranking methodologies use data from the National Center for Education Statistics, education providers and reputable educational and professional organizations to produce its unbiased rankings. An advisory board of educators and other subject matter experts reviews and verifies its content to provide trustworthy, up-to-date information. “We are honored to be recognized by Forbes Advisor as we strive each semester to teach our students the most relevant skills they’ll need to be successful in the workforce,” said Jodi McCrimon, ICC’s Business and Marketing Management Technology program director. “As one of the top 10 best online community college programs in the nation, we enthusiastically offer this degree to meet the needs of student and adult learners in our community. The best start here!” ICC President Dr. Jay Allen joined McCrimon in appreciation for the honor. “While we strive to always provide the best educational product and experience, it’s always exciting for others to ... May 15, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration underway for ICC's "Seussmania Drama Camp" Registration is underway for Itawamba Community College’s “Seussmania Drama Camp,” which is scheduled for June 3-7 from 9 a.m.-noon at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium at the Fulton Campus. The camp includes classes and performances of “The Lorax,” “Hunches in Bunches,” “Green Eggs and Ham” and “The Sneetches.” Students who are leaving second through eighth grade are eligible to participate. The cost is $100 which includes camp t-shirt and daily snack. To register or for more information, contact Dr. Laurie McBride at lsmcbride@iccms.edu. The deadline is May 28. The public is invited to free closing programs to showcase the students’ talents at noon and 6:30 p.m., June 7. May 14, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets first summer term registration Registration is underway for the first term of summer classes at Itawamba Community College. Students may register for traditional full-term and first-term classes anytime until May 23 at 5 p.m. at the David C. Cole Student Services Building on the Fulton Campus and the Academic and Student Center on the Tupelo Campus. Classes start on May 28, and the last day to register is May 29. Summer office hours for all college locations are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Thursday. For more information, email eadviser@iccms.edu. May 14, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC awards degrees, certificates during 2024 spring commencement ceremonies Several area residents were among those who earned Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates at the conclusion of the 2024 spring semester at Itawamba Community College. They include Abbeville – Armani T. Wilson, A.A.; Kaliah D. Mcjunkins, A.A.; Timothy K. Traylor, A.A.; Aberdeen – Akalin N. McNairy, A.A.; Allison B. Underwood, A.A.; Amber S. Payne, A.A.S.; Amiya S. Robinson, A.A.; Brayden T. Johnson, A.A.; Cara James, A.A.; Cashonna S. Gilleyan, A.A.; Chasitee D. Riddle, A.A.; Daisha L. Moore, A.A.; Dorian M. Shaw, A.A.; Jalyn D. Jones, A.A.; Janya L. Robinson, A.A.; Jatoria C. Garth, A.A.; Jessica D. Ewing, A.A.; Jodi L. Williams, A.A.S.; Jonathan D. Crandall, A.A.S., certificate; Kaylee M. Flippo, A.A.; Kelsey M. Taylor, certificate; Kendall M. Breedlove, A.A.; Kierra A. Haynes, A.A.; Kimberly D. Walker-Burroughs, A.A.S.; Laney R. Howell, A.A.; Lauren B. Gillard, A.A.S.; Layken J. McMillian, A.A.; Maggie J. Irons, A.A.; Malia F. Luker, A.A.; Markeisha L. Hoskin, A.A.; Megan A. Strevel, A.A.; Micah C. Terry, A.A.; Nakiyah A. Gardner, A.A.S., certificate; Olivia E. Randle, A.A.; Rachel Stacy, A.A.S.; Tameria M. ... May 13, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC selects Indian Delegation for 2024-25 Itawamba Community College has selected members of its Indian Delegation for 2024-25. They include Fulton Campus – Karry Linley of Aberdeen; Maggie Caldwell of Algoma; Callie Beasley, Claire Price, Emma Carolyne Wright, all of Amory; Knox Waterer of Belden; Carson Spratlin of Bruce; Summer Bates of Columbus; Braxton Lovvorn, Mallie Milam, Lauren South, all of Fulton; Alivia Harris, Anna Beth Gray, both of Golden; Grace Padgett of Guntown; Shelby Sullivan of Hamilton; Mazzie Cooper of Mantachie, Jack Brown of Mathiston; Lauren Lee of Olive Branch; Caroline Riley of Plantersville; Ella Huey. Abi Grace Warren, Landon Long, Grace Randle, all of Pontotoc; Jana McFarling of Saltillo; Lilly Alexander, Eva Beachum, Anna Kate Crenshaw, Will Hathcote, all of Smithville; Jasmier Coleman, Brantley Martin, both of Tupelo; Braiden Holcombe of Vina, Ala.; and Tupelo Campus – Ty Franklin of Blue Springs; Anna Lauren Glasson, Brooklyn Wicker, both of New Albany; Susana Worsham of Saltillo; and Emily Rushing of Tupelo. The Indian Delegation is a student recruiting team organized to serve as ambassadors for Itawamba Community College. Members are involved in activities directly ... May 13, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Mississippi Speaker of the House of Representatives Jason White challenges ICC graduates in one of three commencement ceremonies Mississippi Speaker of the House of Representatives Jason White challenged Itawamba Community College graduates today (Friday) at the 10 a.m. commencement ceremony at the Davis Event Center at the Fulton Campus to live by the words he shared with his colleagues as they began the new term in January. “To whom much is given, much is expected,” White said. “I would tell you graduates the same message applies as you enter this new chapter of your lives. Hurdles and challenges certainly await you; don’t get bogged down by the small things, focus on the big picture and make an impact. Don’t be trepidatious to do something out of the ordinary, challenge conventional wisdom, and even push yourself to a zone of discomfort.” White said that when he was in law school at Mississippi College, a half mile or two blocks away from the Mississippi State Capitol which he passed every day for three years, he never once dreamed that he would be elected as a Representative nor being involved in politics. “Be open to ... May 10, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC adult education graduates receive diplomas during May 9 ceremony Several area students participated in the 2024 adult education commencement ceremony at Itawamba Community College, May 9, at the Davis Event Center at the Fulton Campus. They include Aberdeen – Savannah Martin (Student of the Year); Amory – Christopher Arnold, Braydon Bynum, Zoie Campbell, MyKaren Clark; Halie Edwards, Kayla Johns, Emily Morris, Jada Morris, Marylou Renfro, Jasmin Tutor, Brittany Vaughn; Baldwyn – Matthew Collis; Belden – Alexis Horne, Robbi Silvan, KaDeidra Vaughn; Blue Springs – David Gardner; Burnsville – Leonard Holloway; Caledonia – Melissa Turner; Corinth – Shalonda Howell; Ecru – Joseph Short; Forest – Victoria Murchie; Fulton – Cristal Campbell (Student of the Year), Leah Darby, Cody Hannon, Gabriel Jones, Anna Kate Moore (Student of the Year), Bailey Willhite; Greenwood Springs – Jon Mason Adams; Guntown – Trinity Bullard, Kegan Graham, Brooklyn Tackitt; Hamilton – AudrieAnna Collins; Houlka – Ashley Holsey, Daultin Mitchem, Emma Patterson; Houston – Joshua Beam, Riley Davis (Student of the Year); Mantachie – Megan Graham, Alberto Grande’ Marietta – Michael Reynolds (Student of the Year); Mooreville – Catlyn Parker; Myrtle – Nyasia ... May 10, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC releases 2024 spring President's, Dean's lists Officials at Itawamba Community College have released the honors list for the 2024 spring semester. Named to the President’s list, which includes those students with a 3.8-4.0 grade point average were Aberdeen – James A. Blake, Connor Bounds, Kendall M. Breedlove, Ashlei J. Shelton, Weston Sykes, Lydia Turner; Ackerman – Melissa M. Ramirez, Robert L. Toombs; Amory – Geanna Rochell Acker, Katie Marie Archie, Anjela Aida Beato, Jolie Anna Bishop, Jared Brittian Callihan, Collin T. Corbel, Jakayla Lashay Franks, Jayden W. Green, Reese J. Griffith, Anna L. Hadaway, Brady T. Houston, William R. Jurney, Aliana Page, Angel Daniel Quintero, William C. Reese, Alexander Reid Robinson, Kathryn Allyn Thompson, Piper N. Vaughn, Kenlee Wilkinson, Peyton E. Wilkinson, Gunnar R. Williams; Athens, Ala. – Matthew Aaron McCarley; Sydney, Australia –Luke Ryan Dearsley; Baldwyn – Savannah Presley Collier, James H. Franks, Reagan L. Gholson, Kirsten Elizabeth Livingston; Batesville – Nyesha Shante’ Butler, Alexis H. Dickinson; Beaverton, Ala. – Sara B. Roberts; Belden – Mikayla J. Alvarez, Daniel L. Beaman, Sarah S. Bradley, Shea D. Chapman, Katherine Hood, Elijah G. Mooneyham, Jakob ... May 9, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC student receives 2024 Mississippi Radiologic Society's scholar's award Sydney Wiggins of Caledonia, a student in Itawamba Community College’s Radiologic Technology program, is the recipient of the 2024 Mississippi Radiologic Society’s scholar’s award. At ICC, Wiggins is a member of the Beta Tau Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. Her honors include Merit scholarship, president’s list and Outstanding Achievement Award for Radiologic Technology. At East Mississippi Community College, she received the Outstanding Baking and Pastry student award for 2021-22. She serves as a volunteer for numerous church and community events. Her parents are Mitch and Stephanie Wiggins. The purpose of the Mississippi Society of Radiologic Technologists is to advance the profession of Radiologic Sciences disciplines and specialties, maintain high standards of education, enhance the quality of patient care and further the welfare and socioeconomics of Radiologic Technologists. May 8, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>