Baldwin, Hartfield have new ICC leadership roles Dylan Baldwin of Pontotoc and Jake Hartfield of Fulton have new leadership roles at Itawamba Community College, which became effective July 1. Baldwin is the director of career education, and Hartfield, director of recruitment and orientation. Baldwin, who has been collision repair instructor at ICC since 2013, earned the associate’s degree from ICC, the bachelor’s degree from the University of Mississippi and the master’s degree from Mississippi State University. His honors include 2017 Mississippi Community College Board Leadership Academy and multiple ASE and ICAR certifications. From 2012-13, he was an instructor at the Tupelo Career and Technical Center. Baldwin is a member of several ICC committees, including Student Honors Selection, Curriculum, Environmental Scan and Planning and Assessment as well as the Strategic Planning Council. Additional activities are Front Line Leadership Curriculum Development committee, Career Center Committee and the Itawamba Career and Technical Center and Tupelo Career and Technical Center Collision Repair Advisory Committees. Baldwin and his wife, Monica, are the parents of a six-year-old daughter, Mia. A native of Raymond, Hartfield has been director of student activities and orientation ... July 15, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC, The W sign memorandum of understanding to provide opportunities for Early Childhood Education majors Itawamba Community College and Mississippi University for Women signed a memorandum of understanding today (July 14) to provide educational opportunities for students pursuing careers in early childhood education. The agreement establishes a pathway for ICC students who are earning an associate’s degree in Early Childhood Technology to have the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree at The W. According to the agreement, ICC and The W will work together to enroll students in the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development program, including advising and encouraging students, alumni and constituents who qualify. The W agrees to share information regarding the rotation of its Early Childhood Development courses so that eligible ICC graduates may make informed advising decisions and complete degree requirements in a timely manner. “I am so pleased that Itawamba Community College and The W are partnering to provide 2+2 pathways for their students to become ours upon completion of their associate degrees,” said Nora Miller, W President. “These pathways streamline students’ transition to our bachelor’s programs, allowing them to plan their schedules so they won’t lose credit hours when ... July 14, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Practical Nursing graduates to participate in July 22 ceremony Several area residents will receive their pins and lamps from Itawamba Community College’s Practical Nursing program at 5 p.m., July 22, at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center Auditorium at the Fulton Campus. The public is invited to attend. Graduates include Paige Imel of Aberdeen; Kathryn Lowery of Amory; Mahalle Howell of Baldwyn; Elizabeth Kidd-Brown of Blue Mountain; Courtney Floyd, James Tate, both of Blue Springs; Savion Hairston of Columbus; Olivia Conaway, Amber Gasaway, of Fulton; Haley Hamby of Guntown; Nala Neely, Amy Williams, both of Houston; Undrea Hill of Kosciusko; Tamara Drury of New Albany; Lindsay McGee of Potts Camp; O’Briyen Brown, Brea Gandy, Brooklynn Ivy, Rafael Leon, Casey Owen, all of Tupelo; Rachel Coburn of Verona; Carlie Kidd of Walnut; and Kierra Haughton of West Point. Practical Nursing is a one-year (three-semester) program. Upon completion, graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are eligible to take the N-CLEX (national board examination) to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. Dr. Lisa Pearson of Amory is the program director. Instructors include Tammy Jones of ... July 8, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Surgical Tech graduates to receive diplomas July 14 Several area residents will complete Itawamba Community College’s Surgical Technology program and receive their diplomas, July 14. They include Ainsley Sloan of Amory; Hannah Morris of Bruce; Alexandria Blanchard of Fulton; Angelica Jackson of Gattman; Audrianna Crane of Holly Springs; Ashlynne Trantham of Mooreville; Kaitlyn Bennett, Lillian Dodds, both of Pontotoc; Brandy Murphy of Saltillo; Ashley Millis of Starkville; Nicole Hightower and Heather Hudson, both of Tupelo. Surgical Technology, which is a one-year (three-semester) program, prepares graduates to serve as members of the surgical team. Technologists work with surgeons and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery. Graduates receive a certificate of completion or with some additional academic courses may receive the Associate of Applied Science degree. They are eligible to take the national credentialing exam to become a certified surgical technologist. Tonya Vaughn of Mantachie is the program director, and Jennifer McCoy of Pontotoc, the lab/clinical instructor. July 7, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC pathway programs scheduled for August at Belden Center Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for several Pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in August at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). They include Business Office Specialist, Certified Nursing Assistant, EMT Basic, Small Engine Repair, Introduction to Welding and Cutting and Residential Wiring. Business Office Specialist will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-9:30 p.m. from Aug. 10-Dec. 7. The program is designed for students to develop basic office, communication and computer technology skills. Through intensive lab instruction, students will have the opportunity to attain an Intuit Quickbooks® certification and receive training and instruction to prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist certification for Microsoft Excel and Word. In addition, participants will receive instruction and training in performance of technical office tasks, basic math, fundamentals of bookkeeping and basic human resource management. Certified Nursing Assistant will meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m. from Aug. 9-Oct. 27. The program prepares participants to take the exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. Upon successful completion of the program and the examination, the students can find employment with nursing ... July 7, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC offers intersession classes beginning Aug. 2 Itawamba Community College is offering an opportunity for students to enroll in four traditional classes during an intersession, which begins Aug. 2 and ends with final examinations on Aug. 13, prior to the beginning of the 2021 fall semester. The schedule includes English Composition I, American Literature I, College Life and Public Speaking I. All classes meet on a Monday through Friday schedule at the Fulton Campus. “Traditionally, ICC has offered classes during an intersession between the conclusion of the spring semester and the beginning of the summer semester,” said Dr. Melissa Haab, vice president of enrollment services. “These classes will enable students to enroll and complete traditional academic classes that are requirements for most associate degree programs in a compacted format. They are face-to-face classes that will enable interaction between students and faculty in a classroom setting where the Mississippi State Department of Health and Center for Disease Control COVID guidelines are followed. ” To register, email eadviser@iccms.edu, and for more information, admissions@iccms.edu. July 6, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets deadline for Adult Learner Scholarship application Aug. 27 is the deadline for applying for the Adult Learner Incentive Scholarship for those enrolling for the 2021 fall semester at Itawamba Community College. To apply for the scholarship, students must be 21 years of age or older and enrolling in classes to pursue a degree. Full-time recipients, who are enrolled in a minimum of 15 hours, will receive $2,000 ($500 per semester), and part-time recipients, who are enrolled in a minimum of six hours, will receive $1,000 ($250 per semester). The Adult Learner scholarship must be used in consecutive semesters. Eligibility must begin the first semester of attendance and cannot be used more than once. It is for students who begin enrollment for the 2021 fall term. Day and evening, academic, career education, eLearning and workforce classes are available in Fulton, Tupelo and Belden. Those who are interested and qualify can apply online at www.apply.iccms.edu. For more information, contact Candace Thomas at (662) 862-8261 or email scholarships@iccms.edu. July 1, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to offer Enhanced Forklift Operator Training at Belden Itawamba Community College will offer Enhanced Forklift Operator Training, Aug. 16, from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.). Topics include the requirements of the OSHA Powered Industrial Truck Regulation 29 CFR 1910.178, safe powered industrial truck operation and how forklifts work, identification of operating hazards as well as the general principles of safe operation and how to properly inspect and maintain a forklift. According to ICC Pathway Coordinator Josh Gammill, “This eight-hour class will provide students the opportunity to receive hands-on training on three different classifications of forklifts: Standup Rider (Class 1), Order Selector (Class 2) and LP Gas Powered Sit-Down Forklift (Class 4).” Cost of the course is $85. For more information or to preregister call (662) 407-1500 or email rakelly@iccms.edu. July 1, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Nursing students have opportunity to benefit from Women's Foundation of Mississippi grant Students in Itawamba Community College’s Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing programs will have an opportunity to benefit from a significant grant from the Women’s Foundation of Mississippi. The $40,000 Access to Opportunity – Training and Graduating a Healthcare Workforce for Mississippi grant will be divided between the ADN and PN programs based on relative program enrollments, said Rilla Jones, dean of Health Science Instruction. This year, 31 ADN and 19 PN students will receive funds. Students in their final year/semester of their nursing program will be informed of this grant during the beginning of the fall semester, Jones said. Those who would like to be considered for the grant will complete an application and sign a consent form for FAFSA data to be accessed. Selection will be based on lowest estimated financial contribution and income level and the most number of dependents. Students who are selected will be awarded $800. “This targeted, need-based funding will allow students near graduation to be able to pay for expenses, such as NCLEX review courses, licensing exams ... June 30, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC schedules Food Service Pathway class to begin July 19 Itawamba Community College has scheduled a Food Service Pathway class at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) beginning July 19. Classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Aug. 13. The program includes Serve Safe® Food Manager Certification, Serve Safe® Alcohol Certification, CPR, certificate of completion, proper food handling standards, kitchen safety practices, culinary techniques, interview skills and résumé building, money handling and front of the house and back of the house operations. Tuition assistance may be available for qualified applicants. For more information or to register, contact program director Christy Scheuer at acscheuer@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1505; or pathway coordinator Josh Gammill at jegammill@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1569. June 28, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>