ICC's Scheuer shares holiday food preparation tips for stress-free gatherings - Tis the season for food and stuffing more than just the turkey! Can it be November already? Thanksgiving will be here and shortly after, Christmas. Tis the season for food and stuffing more than just the turkey. There will be holiday parties, family gatherings and many opportunities for entertaining, all of which involve food and more food. The fare can range from fancy to home cooking, but no matter what the occasion, preparation tips and shortcuts are always appreciated. Itawamba Community College Food Management Certification program director Christy Scheuer, who has catered numerous events in her career ranging from the most elegant to smaller more intimate, has suggestions for family gatherings no matter how many Thanksgivings and Christmases you’ve celebrated together. She even has a recipe to share. “Take time to sit down and plan what menu items you would like to prepare for your guests,” Scheuer said. “How many guests do you anticipate? Are there any dietary restrictions/allergies/preferences? Remember, most times, simple is best…there is no need in having five sides…three family favorites are perfect!” She recommends selecting items that your family likes and ... November 13, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Practical Nursing program sets Dec. 7 commencement ceremony Several area residents will participate in a commencement ceremony for the Practical Nursing program at Itawamba Community College at noon, Dec. 7, at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium at the Fulton Campus. They include Takeia Smith, Kelsey Taylor, both of Aberdeen; Carley White of Amory; Amanda McGee of Baldwyn; Carson Wesbrook of Belden; Ashley Watts of Ecru; Gracie Minich of Guntown; Aubrey Adams, Brian Seely, both of Hamilton; Adena Moore of Macon; Alyssa Farley, Shelby Hester, Victoria Mills, all of Nettleton; Meagan Hamblin of New Albany; Makayla Hodges, Gabriel Holman, both of Okolona; Karen Lopez of Pontotoc; Zephaniah Guyton, Lydia Jefcoat, both of Saltillo; Christani Johnson of Shannon; Lori Beth Cowley of Smithville; Kayla White of Tremont; Binita Barath, Isaac Buse, Brayden Jones, Helen McDougald, Calee Ryan, Madison Wright, all of Tupelo; and Tytianna Anderson of West Point. Upon completion of the 12-month (three-semester) program, ICC’s graduates earn a certificate of completion and are eligible to take the national board exam (N-CLEX) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. Dr. Lisa Pearson of Amory is the director ... November 10, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Time to winterize your vehicle...ICC's Automotive Technology program director shares how With a small taste of winter last week but rebounding temperatures, it’s time to winterize our vehicles before the thermometer plummets again. According to Itawamba Community College’s Automotive Technology program director Brad Crowder, it’s best to have your car serviced by a professional for winter conditions. That means to have its battery and coolant tested, inspect the brakes and check belts, hoses, spark plugs, wires and cables. “Battery power decreases as the temperature drops, meaning that it takes more power to start your car in the winter,” Crowder said. As far as coolant, the recommended ratio is between 50/50 and 70/30 of antifreeze to water. “Ask your technician what antifreeze should be used for your vehicle and the appropriate coolant-to-water ratio to prevent against corrosion and potential freezing.” Additional vital steps to take in winterization include inspecting your tires, changing the oil and wiper blades, keeping the washer fluid full and the gas tank at least half full, the front and rear window defrosters in working order and packing a winter safety ... November 6, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC selects 2023-24 Pom Squad Itawamba Community College has selected its Pom Squad for 2023-24. Members include Brandi Deloach of Caledonia; Chloe Digby of Fulton; Katlyn Strickland of Greenwood Springs; McKenzie Armstrong of Guntown; India Pittman of Houston; K’Lee Capps, Madalynn Minica, both of Nettleton; Brianna Marino of Pearl; Maggie Kimble of Pontotoc; Krystyna Burenok of Saltillo; Henleigh Berry and Saja Darwish, both of Tupelo. ICC’s Pom Squad performs at all home basketball games. The director is Christy Colburn of Amory. November 2, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC alumni officers start second year of term Officers of Itawamba Community College’s Alumni Association began the second year of their term at Homecoming, Oct. 5. They include director Melba Applewhite of Amory; director Bunky Goza of Caledonia; director Michelle Sutton of Ecru; president-elect Joey Cox, director Dan McCrimon, both of Fulton; president John Lee Lyles, directors Stacy Chapman and Bobby Mooneyham, all of Houston; director Dr. Amanada Summers of Mantachie; secretary-treasurer Donna Thomas and directors Jeff Cagle and Brandy Evans, all of New Albany; immediate past president Chuck Howell and director Walter Chittom, both of Pontotoc; and directors Tammmy Harrington and Jamie Osbirn, both of Tupelo. Members of the permanent committee are Richard Davis, Bill Miles, both of Fulton; Robert Goza of Houston; Karen McFerrin of Mantachie; Noel McWhirter of Pontotoc; and Monica Aldridge and Gary Walker, both of Tupelo. The Alumni Association serves as a link between the College and alumni, faculty and friends. For more information, contact Michael Upton, director of Advancement, at (662) 862-8035 or email maupton@iccms.edu. November 2, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's CenterStage to present free concert, "Time Capsule," Nov. 14 Itawamba Community College’s CenterStage, contemporary music group, has scheduled a Nov. 14 concert at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium on the Fulton Campus. “Time Capsule,” which will begin at 7 p.m., will feature selections that are associated with the theme, including “Hazy Shade of Winter,” “Turn, Turn, Turn,” “Summer of ’69;” “Time After Time;” “Sign of the Times;” “Time in a Bottle;” “Back in Time;” and “Too Much Time on My Hands.” The cast includes Marly Kesler of Abbeville; Lillyan Madrid of Amory; Cody McGary of Eupora; Leslie Fleming of French Camp; Maggie Smith of Hamilton, Ala.; Cassidy Edwards of Marietta; Joshua Coker, Carter McNeil, both of Pontotoc; Emma Worsham of Saltillo; Sarah Brown of Tremont; Jayden Gray, Rodney Simpson, Crissen McCoy, all of Tupelo; and Cole Freeman of Union. Members of the band are Elyss Dawson of Fulton; Joey Alexander Cassler of Marietta; Noah Wade of Meridian; Emanuel Quiroz of Mooreville; Jesse Pettigrew of Philadelphia; Joan Ramirez, Mikey Franklin, both of Pontotoc; Connor Joseph of Saltillo; and Triceon Rainey, Aubrey Meredith, both of Tupelo. The ... November 1, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Aspen Institute names ICC as one of nation's top 150 and eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Today, the Aspen Institute named Itawamba Community College as one of the 150 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s signature recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The institutions selected for this honor stand out among more than 1,000 community colleges nationwide as having high improving levels of student success as well as equitable outcomes for Black and Hispanic students and those from lower-income backgrounds. “It is a tremendous honor for Itawamba Community College to be selected as one of the top 150 community colleges in the nation and to afforded the opportunity to compete for the significant Aspen Prize,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “It is another indication of the success of the College, its continuing status as a premier community college and a testament to our exceptional faculty and staff, without whom it would not be possible.” ICC was selected as a top community college in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2021 and as a semifinalist in 2023. The Aspen Prize spotlights exemplary community ... October 31, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Surgical Technology students prepare to be 'unsung heroes' In the 1940s, surgical technology became an official career path due to the demands of operating rooms in World War II although the first public use of anesthesia was in 1846. Extreme cleanliness and sterilization weren’t normal household words until COVID-19’s extensive global impact. Masks and hand sanitizers became the norm for every individual as well as using cleaning solutions to prevent the spread of disease in homes across the world. However, those words, cleanliness and sterilization, have always been a significant part of the vocabulary of Surgical Technologists, who have made them a priority since the late 1800s. With this awareness comes an enhanced appreciation of the unsung heroes of operating rooms worldwide. According to the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, individuals who are interested in becoming a Surgical Technologist must be detail-oriented since errors could be life threatening. Additional qualities include working well under pressure and having great communication skills. Surgical Technologists serve as members of the surgical team and work with surgeons, anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered ... October 30, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Colburn to be honored at Mississippi Humanities Council Awards ceremony Christy Colburn of Amory has been selected as Itawamba Community College’s Mississippi Humanities Teacher Award nominee for 2024. Colburn will be among those honored at the Mississippi Humanities Council Awards Ceremony in March 2024 at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson. The event pays tribute to outstanding faculty in traditional humanities fields at each of the state’s institutions of higher learning. In her 25th year as a music educator, Colburn serves as associate band director at ICC. Her responsibilities include conducting the concert band, applied woodwind studio, mixed woodwind ensemble, Rush Hour Saxophone Quartet, CenterStage show choir and color guard director/choreographer and teaches music appreciation. As needed, she also coaches the Indianettes and the spring pom squad. A graduate of Aberdeen High School, Colburn earned the associate’s degree from ICC and both the bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music education from the University of Mississippi. She was color guard captain and choreographer and started the first winter guard at ICC while a student. She held multiple leadership roles while at the University ... October 27, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Ashley Charitable Foundation donates $500,000 to ICC's Commercial Truck Driving program Itawamba Community College’s Commercial Truck Driving program will benefit from a $500,000 donation from the Ashley Charitable Foundation (ACF), a nonprofit organization founded by Ashley Furniture Industries, LLC and committed to supporting education and workforce development, presented this afternoon at the Tupelo Campus. Among those participating in the event were Ron Wanek, Founder and Chairman of Ashley Furniture Industries, and Dr. Jay Allen, President of Itawamba Community College. The presentation also included a special congratulatory video by Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves. This contribution marks ACF's continued dedication to partnering with higher education institutions to drive growth in the workforce. "Itawamba Community College exemplifies successful educational programs that adequately equip students to enter the workforce,” Wanek said. “We strongly believe in providing individuals with opportunities in the areas of STEM, and our partnership with Itawamba aligns perfectly with this vision.” Wanek said that Ashley started in a 35,000-square-foot facility in Ecru with 35 employees and has had a strong presence in the state since 1994. “Mississippi is the best place to do business. We appreciate growing in Mississippi.” The facility has ... October 25, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>