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 >>
Respiratory Care Technology program joins schools from across the nation in Oct. 22-28 celebration Itawamba Community College’s Respiratory Care Technology program is joining schools from across the nation in honoring and recognizing the invaluable contributions of respiratory therapists to patient care during a week designated in their honor. “Respiratory Care week is an outstanding opportunity to recognize the essential work and dedication of respiratory care professionals as well as to promote awareness for lung health,” said Adam Denton, program director. Additionally, it provides a platform for sharing the multifaceted impact of respiratory therapists from collaborating with executive leaders to serving as advocates for patients and engaging with local communities. ICC’s Respiratory Care is a two-year (five-semester) program. Graduates will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and will be eligible to take the national credentialing exam to become a Registered Respiratory Therapist (Respiratory Care practitioner). “Respiratory Therapists apply scientific principles to prevent, identify and treat acute or chronic dysfunction of the cardiopulmonary system,” Denton said. “Their knowledge of the scientific principles underlying cardiopulmonary physiology and pathophysiology, as well as biomedical engineering and technology, enables them to effectively ... October 23, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Are you interested in Commercial Truck Driving? Itawamba Community College is conducting an interest survey for Commercial Truck Driving. If you are interested in learning more about the program or enrolling, click on this link to complete the survey…www.iccms.edu/CTDinterest. ICC’s CTD program prepares individuals to drive Class A semitrucks and other commercial vehicles. It includes instruction in operating diesel-powered vehicles, loading and unloading cargo, reporting delays or accidents on the road, verifying loads against shipping records and keeping necessary records. It is designed to give the future driver a complete and thorough knowledge of log books, trip records and the motor carrier safety regulations of the United States Department of Transportation and the Federal Highway Administration. Options include four weeks, Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m., or eight-week classes and eight-week internship. Enrollment requirements include U.S. citizen or Puerto Rico valid driver’s license; copy of good driving record; acceptable driving record with no more than two speeding tickets in the previous three years and no DUIs or DWUIs in the previous five years; pass DOT physical and drug screening ... October 20, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to present Fall Choral Concert, Nov. 9, at Link Centre Itawamba Community College will present its Fall Choral Concert at 7 p.m., Nov. 9, at the Link Centre in Tupelo. Students performing include Abbeville – Marly Kesler; Ackerman – Gavin Arnault, Brianna Eiland, Olivia Miller, Melissa Ramirez; Amory – Anji Beato, Isaac Houk, Lillyan Madrid; Columbus – Mecca Karriem; Detroit, Ala. – Mackenzie Shotts; French Camp – Leslie Fleming; Fulton – Rebekah Anderson, Chase Baggett, Clara Green; Hamilton, Ala. – Maggie Smith; Kosciusko – Ty’kiaya Kern; Louin – ZaMarion Jones; Mantachie – Lilly Andry, Destinee Dixon; Meridian – Noah Wade; Mooreville – Seairra Westmoreland; Nettleton – Cortney McCord; Oxford – Liana Logan; Philadelphia – Jesse Pettigrew; Plantersville – Semaj Jones; Pontotoc – Addison Clements, Joshua Coker, Makenna Cooper, Mikey Franklin, Caroline Holloway, Carter McNeil, Isiah Pannell, Kristin Ray, Layla Tutor; Prairie – Ahmond Cox; Red Bay, Ala. – Mason Bates; Saltillo – Thomas Dillard, Hunter Johnson, Bryce McCord, Kaylee Townsend, Emma Worsham; Tremont – Sarah Brown; Tupelo – Lia Darracott, Jayden Gray, Jason Luna, Crissen McCoy, Aubrey Meredith, Rodney Simpson, Grant Sullivan; Vernon, Ala. – Ryfucious ... October 20, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Gammill, Gray selected for prestigious MCCLA Itawamba Community College’s Josh Gammill and Holly Gray, both of Fulton, have been selected as participants in the 2023-24 Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy. Gammill, who is director of continuing education, has been a member of the ICC family since 2015, previously serving as career navigator and pathway coordinator. He earned the bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University and the master’s degree from the University of Mississippi. Gammill’s honors include graduate of the ICC Leadership Development Institute, successful completion of DDI Leadership Facilitator Training, Certified Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) and Certified Career Pathways Leadership (NCPN). He is a deacon of Bethel Baptist Church. Gammill and his wife, Sara, are the parents of three children, Reed, Nora and Charlie. Gray, director of ICC’s libraries, began employment at the college in 2016, following serving as media specialist at Tupelo High School. She earned the associate’s degree from ICC, bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi and master’s degrees from both Mississippi State University and the University of Alabama. Her honors and awards include graduate of ... October 18, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules orientation sessions for Dec. graduates Itawamba Community College has scheduled orientation sessions for students who plan to enroll for the 2024 spring semester. High school students who graduate in December are highly encouraged to participate in one of the sessions, which are scheduled for Nov. 16 at the Academic and Student Center at the Tupelo Campus and Nov. 30 at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center at the Fulton Campus at 1 p.m. each day. Students can attend a session regardless of the location they plan to attend in the spring. However, all students, including adult learners, are invited. “Among the advantages of attending an orientation session are scheduling classes early and choosing from a wide variety of options, including days, times and instructors and possibly completing the process before graduation from high school,” said Michael Holloway, director of recruitment and orientation. “The sessions will also provide an opportunity for adult learners to connect with an adviser and to make the transition to college less intimidating.” During the spring semester, students may choose from several instructional delivery methods, including online, face-to-face and hybrid. ... October 17, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to honor All-American Heroes, Oct. 26 Both past and current members of the armed forces, first responders and healthcare professionals will be honored during Itawamba Community College’s All-American Heroes Night, Oct. 26, at Lambert Stadium/Eaton Field at the Fulton Campus during ICC’s football game with East Mississippi Community College, which begins at 7 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 healthcare professionals, first responders and their families. Beginning at 5 p.m., activities such as Touch a Truck with military, healthcare and first responder vehicles will feature fire, police and an Army Humvee. There will also be a free Kids Zone. For more information on the event, contact Nina Strother, director of marketing and community engagement, at njstrother@iccms.edu or (662) 862-8242. October 13, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>