12 ICC sophomores selected to prestigious Hall of Fame Twelve Itawamba Community College sophomores have been selected as members of the prestigious Hall of Fame for 2020-21. They include and Cora Yielding of Fulton; Kristen Howell, Kaylee Markham, Diana Salinas, all of Golden; Rodrigo Hernandez of Houston; John Curtis DeVaughn of Mantachie; Cheyanne Cassler of Marietta; Reilly Grace Carter, Kenndie K. Gamble, Abby Rinehart, all of Saltillo; Alison Bryant Huckaby and Maddie West, both of Tupelo. Yielding is majoring in Spanish/journalism at ICC where she is a member of the BSU Lead Team, Student Government Association, Chieftain editor and former soccer player. Her honors include the President’s List, Mississippi Eminent Scholar and recipient of the Modern Language Art Award. She is a member of Crosspointe Fellowship. Her parents are Clayton and Connie Yielding. Howell is majoring in Computer Programming/Networking Technology. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and the Computer Programming and Networking Association. Her honors include the President’s List and the All-Mississippi Team for the PTK Beta Tau Sigma Chapter. She serves as a volunteer at her church with sound equipment and is a former member ... February 26, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC pathway programs scheduled to begin Mar. 30 Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin Mar. 30 at the Belden Center. They include Small Engine Repair, Introduction to Welding and Cutting and Basic Residential Wiring. Small Engine Repair will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. through May 20. The 16-session program will prepare participants for a career as they develop small engine repair skills in basic maintenance, recoil systems, fuel systems, ignition systems/electrical circuits and disassembling and rebuilding small engines. Successful completion of the program entitles the participant to have an opportunity to obtain an entry-level technician position at an existing small engine repair business or to open his/her own shop. Successful completers will receive information about how to test for the nationally-recognized technician certification exam. The cost of the program is $369. Introduction to Welding and Cutting meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. through Apr. 29. The class is designed to provide entry-level skills in welding and cutting and to prepare students to do the basic GMAW and SMAW welding jobs that ... February 26, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration underway for eight-week terms Registration is continuing at Itawamba Community College for traditional and eLearning eight-week classes. Classes begin on Mar. 15, and the registration deadline is Mar. 16. ICC offers academic, career education, health sciences, workforce and online classes. For more information, call (662) 862-8000 or email eadviser@iccms.edu. February 25, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Salinas selected semifinalist for prestigious Cooke scholarship Itawamba Community College sophomore Diana Salinas of Golden has been named one of five semifinalists from Mississippi for the prestigious Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship. This year’s 406 semifinalists were chosen from a pool of more than 1,500 applicants attending 398 community colleges in 44 states and the District of Columbia, according to an announcement from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Salinas is majoring in computer science at ICC, where she is vice president of the Student Government Association, president of the Computer Science Club, Diamond Girl, member of the Honors College and vice president of leadership and regional reporter for Phi Theta Kappa. Her honors include Hall of Fame, Dean’s and President’s lists, SGA Scholarship, Dean’s Scholarship, All-Mississippi Academic Team and NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars. Her community and church activities are translating, Big Brothers/Big Sisters and tutoring. She plans to transfer to the University of Mississippi. Her parents are Gabriela Cortes and Santos Vazquez. The Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship recipients will be announced in April. In addition to financial support, selected Cooke Transfer ... February 23, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Work of Victoria Cummings-Bobo now on display in ICC gallery The work of Victoria Cummings-Bobo is currently on display in the gallery of the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center at the Fulton Camps. The exhibition titled “Enchanted Child’s Dream,” which features a collection of oil, acrylic and mixed media pieces to commemorate Black History Month, will be on display until Mar. 31. Bobo’s work uses household items or something nature provides to tell colorful and vibrant stories. Her work ranges from miniature models, which reflect everyday people to vibrant paintings and statuesque colorful objects. She combines her art and her faith by using adorned mannequins to teach Sunday School classes at New Temple Baptist Church. Bobo’s love of the arts has included poetry, acting and playing the piano. After a time in New York City, she returned to Dorsey in 1987, and in 1988, Bobo and her sister, Dr. Ormella Cummings, formed We Amend Minds-By-Action, an organization devoted to introducing cultural activities and enrichment programs to young people and adults in Itawamba County and the surrounding area. She and her husband, Forrest, ... February 12, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Scaggs joins ICC Board of Trustees William Nickles “Skip” Scaggs of Amory has been appointed to the Itawamba Community College Board of Trustees. Currently the executive director of the North Mississippi Industrial Development Association, Scaggs has been previously employed with the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce and the Mississippi Development Authority. His educational background includes Meridian Community College, Stetson University and Jackson State University. Scaggs’ civic and church activities include chair of the North Mississippi Medical Center Amory-Gilmore Board of Advisors, chair of the Mississippi District Export Council, member of the executive committee of the Episcopal Diocese of Mississippi, member of the board of directors of the Mississippi Auto Manufacturing Association and vestry member of St. John’s in Aberdeen. He and his wife, the former Brenda Thornhill, are the parents of Zachary, 16; and Carter, 13. Scaggs fills the unexpired term of long-time Board of Trustees member Thomas Griffith of Amory. February 11, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Films to host screening, Apr. 6; open to students, employees and public ICC Films will host a film screening, A NIGHT WITH RISING STARS, Apr. 6, at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center Auditorium on the Fulton Campus. The doors will open at 6:30 p.m. for students to walk the red carpet and have their pictures made (optional). Dress can be formal or casual. The screening of the two films will begin at 7 p.m. “Ruby,” which was written by Jade Keaton of Tupelo and directed by Charlie Wright of Pontotoc, stars Annaka Langley of Houston and Ashlyn Holcomb of Fulton. “Mississippi Minute” stars Ryan Perich of Saltillo and Patrick Gallagher (Los Angeles, Calif.) from “Night at the Museum.” The event is free to the public, and concessions will be available for purchase. COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. For more information, contact Morgan Cutturini, ICC Films sponsor, at (662) 862-8167 or email mscutturini@iccms.edu. February 9, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration continues for adult education/high school equivalency classes at ICC Registration is continuing for adult education/high school equivalency classes at Itawamba Community College for the 2021 spring semester. They include Chickasaw County – Houston WIN Center, Tuesday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m.-noon, Shundria Whitfield, smwhitfield@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1218; Itawamba County – Fulton Family Resource Center (Old Grammar School), Monday and Tuesday, 4-7 p.m., Linzy Patterson, lfpatterson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1538; Lee County – ICC Belden Center, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-noon; Monday through Thursday, 1-4:30 p.m.; and Monday and Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Amanda Dickinson, asdickinson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1514 or Linzy Patterson, lfpatterson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1538; Monroe County – Amory WIN Center, Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-noon, 5:30-8:30 p.m., amshannon@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1517; and Pontotoc County – Pontotoc WIN Center, Monday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m.; Shundria Whitfield, smwhitfield@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1218. English as a Second Language classes meet at the ICC Belden Center Monday and Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., ejsullivan@iccms.edu. There is no cost for the classes. Prospective students must call or email the contact ... February 8, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC to present "Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play," with public tickets available Feb. 25-27 Itawamba Community College will present “Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play” by Joe Landry, Feb. 25-27 at 7 p.m. at the W.O. Benjamin Fine Arts Center Auditorium on the Fulton Campus. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, seating is limited and socially distanced. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts, Inc., the unique 1940s era show will feature live Foley sound effects and three Hitchcock favorites: “The Lodger,” “Sabotage” and “The 39 Steps.” Members of the cast and crew include Adam Whitten of Fulton; Tony (Matt) Savell of Philadelphia; Zion Cooper and Gabrielle Cooper, both of Russellville, Ala.; Isaac Floyd of Tupelo; and Trinity Eacholes of West Point. Admission is $8, and tickets are available at www.iccms.edu/VintageHitchcock! February 8, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Pathway programs set to begin in March Registration is underway at Itawamba Community College for several pathway programs that are scheduled to begin in March. They include Commercial Truck Driving, Food Service Pathway, Small Engine Repair and Introduction to Welding and Cutting. Commercial Truck Driving begins Mar. 29 and meets Monday through Friday from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Tupelo Campus. The program prepares individuals to drive Class A semi trucks 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. The Food Service Pathway class will begin Mar. 22 and meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Belden Center. 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 and back of the house operations. Small Engine Repair will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. beginning Mar. 2 at the Belden ... February 5, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>