ICC schedules Preparing for the ACT sessions The Continuing Education Department of Itawamba Community College has scheduled several sessions for Preparing for the ACT. All meet on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Math and science sessions include Feb. 4, Apr. 1 and May 20. English and reading are offered Apr. 8 and June 3. ICC’s ACT prep instructors use three intensive classroom review methods in English, reading, science reasoning and math that focus on strategies for improving test-day performance and scores. Those methods include a review of all concepts tested, tips for overcoming test anxiety and guides for “studying smart.” Those who are enrolled have an opportunity to pre-test early and post-test later in the class using full-length ACT practice tests to measure performance and practice for the testing dates. Students must bring their books to all sessions. The cost is $50 per session. Preregistration is required. For more information and to register, email srkitchens@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1537. January 23, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to host Mississippi Science Olympiad North Regional event, Feb. 10, at Fulton Itawamba Community College will host the Mississippi Science Olympiad North Regional event, Feb. 10, at the Fulton Campus. According to North Regional Director Dr. Jada Mills, who is ICC’s Natural Science Division Chair, six teams will participate in the event, which is a rigorous academic interscholastic competition that consists of a series of individual and team events, for which students prepare during the year. “The challenging and motivational events are well-balanced between the various science disciplines of biology, earth science, chemistry, physics, computers and technology,” Mills said. “There is also a balance between events requiring knowledge of science facts, concepts, processes, skills and science applications.” Participating schools include Clarksdale Collegiate Public Charter School, Neshoba Central High School, Neshoba Central, Oxford High School, Mooreville High School and Tupelo High School. Areas of competition are Life, Personal and Social Sciences (forestry, anatomy and physiology, disease detectives, green generation), Earth and Space Science (dynamic planets, solar system, astronomy), Physical Science and Chemistry (chemistry lab, forensics) and Technology and Engineering Design (flight, bridge). In Mississippi, the regional tournaments allow as many teams from ... January 19, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Four ICC sophomores named to All-Mississippi Academic Team Four Itawamba Community College sophomores have been named to the All-Mississippi Academic Team. They include Raven Blagg of Saltillo, Emily Moorman of Pontotoc, Emory Reinhard of Mantachie and Alexis Tabbs of Red Bay, Ala. Blagg is dual enrolled at both Tupelo High School and Itawamba Community College. Her activities at THS include archery team and former member of the band, and at ICC, vice president of fellowship for the Beta Tau Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and archery club team. Her honors include both dean’s and president’s lists. Blagg, who is also a member of 4-H, was one of four individuals on the state team for muzzleloading that competed nationally in June. She works in childcare at Montessori School of Tupelo and in the preschool department at First Baptist Church. Her parents are Steven and Aphilak Blagg. Moorman is a member of the Beta Tau Sigma chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and a president’s list scholar at ICC where her literary work has been published in The Calliope. She is a member of Hope Church in Tupelo, where ... January 18, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration open for upcoming ICC Pathways classes Registration is underway for several pathways classes that will begin soon at Itawamba Community College. They include Residential Wiring, Small Engine Repair Technician and Introduction to Welding and Cutting. Residential Wiring meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 7-Mar. 9. In the hands-on class, participants will learn how to use a meter properly; change and update receptacles; distinguish between different types of switches; switch replacement; locate loose or bad connections; and troubleshooting techniques. It is designed for those who are interested in becoming an electrician’s assistant or want to learn to do very basic electrical wiring for their own use. Small Engine Repair Technician meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 7-Apr. 6. Upon successful completion of the 16-session program, students will be prepared for an entry-level technician position at an existing small engine repair shop or to open their own related business. Successful students will receive information about how to test for the nationally-recognized technician certification examination. Included are how to perform basic maintenance on small engines; the recoil system’s function, maintenance and repair and how to disassemble and ... January 12, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Humanities Teacher of the Year Griffie schedules Jan. 31 presentation Judith Griffie of Amory, recipient of Itawamba Community College’s Mississippi Humanities Teacher Award for 2023, will present “What are you saying to yourself? Exploring self-talk and its impact on personal functioning,” at 6 p.m., Jan. 31, in the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center at the Fulton Campus. Griffie will be honored at the Mississippi Humanities Council Awards Ceremony, Mar. 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Two Mississippi Museums in Jackson. Griffie earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Mississippi State University. Since the fall of 2009, she has served as a full-time psychology instructor, transitioning into that position from adjunct status which began in 2005. Previously, she was a mental health therapist with the Region III Mental Health Center initially serving children through crisis intervention and later providing mental health services to adults and the elderly. At ICC, her activities have included serving as an adviser for the Beta Tau Sigma Chapter (Tupelo Campus) of Phi Theta Kappa, for which she received the Regional Hallmark Paragon Award in 2012. Griffie is a member of the ICC ... January 12, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Pathways classes to begin soon at ICC-Belden Registration is underway for several pathways classes that will begin soon at Itawamba Community College. They include Residential Wiring, Small Engine Repair Technician and Introduction to Welding and Cutting. Residential Wiring meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 7-Mar. 9. In the hands-on class, participants will learn how to use a meter properly; change and update receptacles; distinguish between different types of switches; switch replacement; locate loose or bad connections; and troubleshooting techniques. It is designed for those who are interested in becoming an electrician’s assistant or want to learn to do very basic electrical wiring for their own use. Small Engine Repair Technician meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m., Feb. 7-Apr. 6. Upon successful completion of the 16-session program, students will be prepared for an entry-level technician position at an existing small engine repair shop or to open their own related business. Successful students will receive information about how to test for the nationally-recognized technician certification examination. Included are how to perform basic maintenance on small engines; the recoil system’s function, maintenance and repair and how to disassemble and ... January 11, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to host Meet the Indians, Jan. 18 Members of Itawamba Community College’s spring athletic teams will be introduced at a special Meet the Indians event at 6 p.m., Jan. 18, at the Davis Event Center at the Fulton Campus. Teams include baseball, men’s and women’s basketball, golf, softball and men’s and women’s tennis. In addition, the All-American Marching Band and cheer squad will perform. Autograph sessions will follow the introductions. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Taylor Tutor at tltutor@iccms.edu or Adam Gore at acgore@iccms.edu. January 10, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets Apr. 1 deadline for four alumni honors Nominations are being accepted through Apr. 1 for Itawamba Community College’s 2023 Alumnus of the Year, Athletic Hall of Fame, ICC Distinguished Service Award and Young Alumnus of the Year. Those selected will be honored during homecoming activities this fall at the Fulton Campus. Criteria for selection for Alumnus of the Year include successful completion of at least one semester as a full-time student at ICC five years prior to the current year as well as merit and achievement which have brought fame and honor to either his/her community or ICC. ICC’s Athletic Hall of Fame honors former athletes, coaches or individuals who have excelled or made major contributions to intercollegiate athletics while attending or employed by ICC. They must have been out of school at least 10 years. Accomplishments and support of ICC also may be considered. The Distinguished Service Award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to ICC, is open to an individual, group or organization that has made substantial, outstanding and consistent contribution to the college through tangible or intangible gifts or deeds. Nominations should include civic and professional accomplishments as ... January 10, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
2023 ICC Most Beautiful Pageant set for Feb. 1 Approximately 50 contestants will compete for the title of Itawamba Community College’s Most Beautiful 2023, Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center auditorium on the Fulton Campus. They include Laney Howell, Kelsey Taylor, both of Aberdeen; Jaidaja Estes of Ackerman; Riley Ray of Amory; Maggie McVey of Blue Springs; Don’Neica Key of Caledonia; Mary Grace Hale of Calhoun City; Taylor Brownlee, Allison Caitlyn Vance, both of Columbus; Ce’Ariah Shaw of Eupora; Emma Grace Allen, Wesleigh Brooke Loague, Kaylie McMillen, Marly Moore, Emily Pate, Kaitlyn Marie Plunkett, all of Fulton; Ruth Allison White of Guntown; Brianna Richardson of Hatley; Madeline Elizabeth Comer, Emory Reinhard, both of Mantachie; Anni Pearce, Jordan Grace Springer, both of Mooreville; Rilee Blake Maxwell, Madalyn Minica, Chloe Minich, all of Nettleton; Rylie Ozbirn of New Albany; Aurora Elise Gibson, Emma Kate Mask, both of Plantersville; Emily Clowers, Anna Leigh Jenkins, Emily Moorman, Anna Claire Warren, Dylan Williams, all of Pontotoc; Sarah Kate Thompson of Potts Camp; Lexi Tabbs of Red Bay, Ala.; Addie Lackey, Lauren Elizabeth Long, Ella Frances Parker, Madison ... January 9, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Spring semester registration continues through Jan. 13 Registration for the 2023 spring semester at Itawamba Community College will continue through Jan. 13 for traditional full-term day and night classes in the Advising Centers on both the Fulton and Tupelo campuses. Hours are 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., weekdays, in the David C. Cole Student Services Building on the Fulton Campus and Academic and Student Center on the Tupelo Campus. Traditional full-term day and first eight-week classes begin Jan. 9; and eLearning full-term and first eight-week classes, Jan. 17. The last day to add eLearning first eight-week classes is Jan. 18, and eLearning full-term classes, Jan. 20. Financial aid is available as well as adult learner scholarships. Academic, career education, eLearning (online) and workforce opportunities are available in an extensive schedule, which includes both day and evening classes at Fulton, Tupelo and Belden. Instructional delivery methods include face-to-face and online. Students may attend classes on a four-day instructional schedule to provide an opportunity for a three-day weekend. For more information, email eadviser@iccms.edu January 5, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>