ICC's Phi Theta Kappa chapters receive multiple awards at district conference Both the Beta Tau Sigma (Tupelo) and Upsilon Sigma (Fulton) chapters of Phi Theta Kappa at Itawamba Community College received multiple awards at the organization’s Mississippi/Louisiana Regional Conference, Feb. 29-Mar. 1, at William Carey University. Both chapters were awarded five-star status. Beta Tau Sigma’s awards included Jenny Bowers of Tupelo, Outstanding Adviser; Bowers and Dr. Delena Hukle of Mantachie, Horizon award advisers; Serra-Avery Erwin of Tupelo, Golden Key Award; Most Distinguished Chapter finalist; Top 10 and theme finalist for Honors in Action; and Top 10 College Project. The chapter’s Honors in Action project, which is research-based, was Theme 6, The Soul of Play. It centered around spoken word performances, Bowers said. Members of the chapter read to ICC’s preschool, sponsored a poetry night at a local coffee house as well as a “write it down, let it go” box in the lobby of the Academic and Student Center. “All of the parts of our project reflected the concept that we use words to play, and play can be therapeutic,” Bowers noted. The College Project, which is requested by ICC’s administration, focused ... March 5, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC art students win five state awards Itawamba Community College’s art students brought home five awards from the annual MCCAIA State Art Competition at Southwest Mississippi Community College in Summit, tied for the top spot with both Hinds Community College and Holmes Community College. They include Keyelle Holder of Fulton, first place, drawing, for “Dinosaur With Lettuce;” Emily Tibbs of Fulton, honorable mention, drawing, for “Feline Fantasy” and third place, 3-D design, for the sculpture “Gorgeous Golden Lady;” Mak Masters of Pontotoc, honorable mention, 3-D design, for the sculpture, “The Wandering;” and Noah Sartin of Tupelo, first place, 3-D design, for the sculpture, “Faerie Trifeta.” The exhibition will be on display at Southwest through Mar. 27. Gallery hours are from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. March 4, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC selects Hall of Fame for 2023-24 Twelve Itawamba Community College sophomores have been selected as members of the prestigious Hall of Fame for 2023-24. They include Jolie Anna Bishop, Ally Thompson, both of Amory; Addison Pletzke of Clinton; Jordan Allen of Jackson; Whitt Willis of Madison; Michaela Heitger of Mooreville; Lucy Vaughn of Nettleton; Lexie Kent of New Albany; Sara Francis Kitchens of Pontotoc; William Gibson, Gabrielle Pearce, both of Tupelo; and Aubrey Eaton of Woodland. At ICC, Allen is a member of the women’s soccer team, STEM Club, Trading Post, Phi Theta Kappa and Honors College; ’23 Orientation Leader; Instructional Support Leader and Chemistry II tutor for NASA (Mississippi Space Grant Consortium). Her other activities include assistance in the nursery and sing in the choir at New Jerusalem Church in Jackson. She will transfer to Mississippi College where she plans to major in biology/pre-medicine with a minor in communication. She is the daughter of Althea Allen. Bishop’s activities have included All-American Band; Color Guard captain; Indian Delegation president; Social Media Ambassador; Student Government Association secretary, Orientation Leader; and member of Phi Theta Kappa, Sigma ... March 1, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to offer ServSafe Certification training at Belden Center ServSafe® Certification Training will be offered Mar. 23 at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. The Mississippi Department of Health requires this certification for at least one person in each establishment in which a food permit is required. It must be renewed every five years. The $150 cost includes the book and testing fee. For more information, email continuingeducation@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1500. February 28, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Willis, Brown selected Mr. and Miss ICC 2023-2024 Whitt Willis of Madison and Anna Beth Brown of Pontotoc have been elected Mr. and Miss Itawamba Community College for 2023-24. Brown is a member of the ICC Indian Delegation, Baptist Student Union, Student Government Association; Fashion Tribe executive, Community Relations volunteer and member of the cast of “Ripcord,” last year’s theatre spring production. Her volunteer service includes Journey Camp Counselor, Pontotoc Junior Auxiliary Juniorettes, Fredonia Baptist Church and St. Jude 5k. She works at her family’s business. A graduate of North Pontotoc High School, Brown plans to earn a degree in biology at Mississippi State University and then transfer to a Physician’s Assistant School. She is the daughter of Jackie and Angela Brown. At ICC, Willis, who is a graduate of Amory High School, is president of the Student Government Association and a member of the Academic Calendar, Financial Aid and Curriculum committees and Student Activities Board; Orientation Leader, Food Pantry Representative, Natural Science Instructional Support Tutor; and a member of the STEM Club, PEAK Club, Humanities Club, Honors College, Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta and ... February 27, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 2 Comments Read More >>
Three years later...Neither ICC nor TPSD could have imagined magnitude of Middle College success Three years ago, neither Itawamba Community College nor the Tupelo Public School District could have imagined the magnitude of success of its Middle College partnership. The accelerated journey to simultaneously achieving diplomas from both institutions has grown significantly, according to Brittany Terrell, transition counselor. “When reflecting on the past three years of the Middle College program, I am proud of the success these students have shown. I have witnessed students come out of their shell and find confidence in their academic abilities. Not only have they blossomed academically, but they are heavily involved with ICC’s extracurriculars, clubs and organizations.” Jay Salters of Tupelo, who received both his Tupelo High School and Itawamba Community College diplomas last spring, was president of the Tupelo Campus Student Government Association, one of only 12 members selected by faculty and staff members to the prestigious Hall of Fame and a member of the ICC Indian Delegation and a THS Ambassador. He was invited into membership in both Phi Theta Kappa (ICC) and the National Honor Society (THS). However, he’s not the only example. Austin Acosta, currently a ... February 27, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Donations to enhance instruction for ICC's Robotics/Automation Technology program Significant donations to Itawamba Community College’s Robotics and Automation Technology program will enhance instruction for students in the career pathway. On behalf of Red Lion, which is based in York, Pa., Barry Turner of Tupelo, technical business development manager for the company’s industrial data controls in Mississippi, donated an edge controller, which will enable students to learn about data acquisition, data monitoring and remote access to computerized industrial automation platforms. In addition, Kevin McCool, regional manager of Automated Dynamics Corp., presented Banner Sx5-B6 laser scanners. “The laser scanners will be integrated with the program’s FANUC robots to create a safety barrier around the work area,” said Dr. Doug Ferguson, program director and instructor. “Students will use the scanners to learn how to set up and monitor safe workspaces around automated equipment to protect people working around the robotic equipment.” “ICC appreciates Jack Cameron, owner of Automation Resources of Sherman, for arranging these significant donations and keeping ICC and our students in the forefront of industrial automation data acquisition and safety,” said Dylan Baldwin, ICC dean of Career Education. ... February 21, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC joins two-year colleges in February commemoration of Career Education Month Itawamba Community College is joining two-year institutions across the United States in commemorating February as Career Education Month. “Career education is a major part of the solution to such economic and workforce issues, including high school dropout rates, a weakened economy, global competitiveness and massive layoffs,” said Dylan Baldwin, dean of Career Education at ICC. “Career education associate’s degrees can pay $10,000 more per year than those in other fields, sometimes even more than bachelor’s degrees, while limiting student debt.” According to the latest figures available from the Association for Career and Technical Education, 23,062 postsecondary career education participants in Mississippi are developing technical, academic and employability skills and engaging in work-based experiences with industry partners. “These youth and adult learners enrolled in career education programs are more engaged, earn industry-recognized credentials and have rewarding and family-sustaining careers,” the ACTE noted. In addition, there were 16,064 postsecondary credentials earned during the same time period. Career education programs, such as advanced manufacturing; agriculture, food and beverage; distribution and logistics and forestry, construction and information technology can fill skills gaps, particularly ... February 16, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets Spring Preview Day, Mar. 22, for high school juniors High school juniors will have an opportunity to learn about student life at Itawamba Community College during Spring Preview Day, Mar. 22, from 9-11:30 a.m. at the Davis Event Center on the Fulton Campus. The schedule includes arrival and check-in, 8:15-8:50 a.m.; welcome, 9 a.m.; preview expo and campus tours, 9:15 a.m.; and optional lunch at the dining hall ($7 per person meal ticket), noon. Spring Preview Day ‘24 will include information about ICC’s schools of, including academic, health science and career education programs, and participants can interact directly with faculty within the areas. The preview expo will enable prospective students to visit with programs, offices, departments and student organizations, now known as The Student Experience, to learn more about academic and student involvement opportunities. According to Michael Holloway, director of recruitment and orientation, Spring Preview Day is designed specifically for high school juniors to learn about all aspects of student life; however, high school seniors who have not visited ICC before may attend. “The junior year is the most critical time in ... February 16, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC among state community college enrollment leaders for spring 2024 Itawamba Community College ranks among the leaders in the state in full-time enrollment for the 2024 spring semester, according to figures recently released by the Mississippi Community College Board. With spring enrollment at 4,476 at the end of the 10-day reporting period, figures from spring ‘23 to spring ‘24 show a 7 percent increase in headcount and a 9.7 percent increase in FTE with a second-place ranking. However, ICC had the largest percentage increase than any other community college in the state when reviewing combined FTE increases for fall ’23 and spring ‘24. The increase can be attributed to multiple factors, according to ICC President Dr. Jay Allen, including the addition of state-of-the-art Magnolia Hall for honors students and student leaders, an enhanced emphasis on activities, expanded free personal orientation sessions and the transition to the schools of approach to enable student connections both to their field of study and their peers. “This is very exciting news,” Allen said. “The increase in the number of students that ICC is serving is significant because we have additional opportunities to ... February 15, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>