ICC selects All-American Band for 2020-21 Itawamba Community College has selected members of the All-American Band for 2020-21. They include Aberdeen – Jaden M. Buchanan, Perashia C. Dunlap, Anna C. Elliot, Miranda P. Flippo, Kalyee M. Flippo, Jonathan I. Key, Caleb B. Schrock, Rebekah Threadgill; Ackerman – Kindal C. Gammill, Molly E. Oswalt, Paige B. Beasley; Amory – Karrigan M. Callihan, Dasmine M. Carter, Marley L. Edwards, Abigail E. Hitt, Andrew J. Houston, Dylan S. Johnson, Collin P. Magill, Madeline C. Martin, Hayden R. Odom, Madison R. Reeves, Brooke L. Roberts, Aleah M. Sullivan, Sarah J. Webb, Kaelin A. Worthington, Alexis B. Bourland, Pamela L. Dankins, Irene S. French, Molly V. Rost; Baldwyn – Cheyene A. Etheridge, Lillian McCully; Belden – Tyler Q. Dancy; Bellefontaine – Gavin J. Richardson; Belmont – Kristin A. Ruple; Blue Springs – Raymond L. Everett, Gracie C. Kimbrell; Byhalia – Gaib M. VanNostrand; Caledonia – Braxton J. McKinney; Calhoun City – JaMirquile A. Gray, Yakerma D. Harper, Maya M. McNamee; Cedar Bluff – Kaitlyn M. Smith; Columbus – Kelsi G. Little, Matthew J. Yearby; ... August 31, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration continues for adult education classes in ICC's five-county district Registration is continuing for adult education/English as a Second Language classes at Itawamba Community College. They include Chickasaw County – Houston WIN Center, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Shundria Whitfield, smwhitfield@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1218; Itawamba County – Fulton Family Resource Center (Old Grammar School), Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Linzy Patterson, lfpatterson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1538; Lee County – ICC Belden Center, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Amanda Dickinson, asdickinson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1514; Mondays and Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., tblindsey@iccms.edu; Monroe County – Amory WIN Center, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon, 5-8 p.m., amshannon@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1517; and Pontotoc County – Pontotoc WIN Center, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Gloria Wallace, gdwallace@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1230. English as a Second Language classes meet at the ICC Belden Center Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., emsullivan@iccms.edu; and Monday and Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., amshannon@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1517. There is no cost for the classes. Prospective students must call or email the contact individuals listed beside the class to reserve a spot. ... August 28, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC offers free short-term career pathways through December to those who qualify Itawamba Community College is offering several free short-term career pathways to those who qualify from now until the end of December as part of the ReSkill Mississippi Initiative. The program is designed to help ease the economic burden and uncertainty the pandemic has created for the state’s workforce. ICC is utilizing the resources to enhance or start new workforce development training and/or career education programs that would positively impact underemployed, unemployed, furloughed and/or otherwise displaced individuals who are experiencing economic hardships as a result of COVID-19, said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. ICC has utilized the ReSkill Mississippi funds to create short-term pathway programs in medical administrative assistant, quality improvement associate, introduction to industrial maintenance and electrician assistant. They join a list of 14 other pathway programs, which also offer free tuition opportunities for those who qualify through December. Allen, who serves as chair of the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Workforce Committee, and Tyler Camp, chief of staff and special assistant to the president, were instrumental in securing the more than $49 million to ... August 28, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC Alumni Board elects 2020-22 officers Officers and directors of the Itawamba Community College Alumni Association have been elected for 2020-2022. They include Chuck Howell of Pontotoc, President; John Lee Lyles of Houston, President-Elect; Donna Thomas of New Albany, secretary; Karen McFerrin of Mantachie, immediate past president; and directors Stacy Chapman and Bobby Mooneyham, both of Houston; Joey Cox and Dan McCrimon, both of Fulton; Tammy Harrington and Jamie Osbirn, both of Tupelo; Bunky Goza of Caledonia; Thomas Griffith of Amory; Michelle Crane Sutton of Ecru; Wilton Chism of Pontotoc; Jeff Cagle of New Albany; and Bobby Griffin of Booneville. Permanent committee members include Monica Aldridge and Gary Walker, both of Tupelo; Richard Davis and Rep. Bill Miles, both of Fulton; Robert Goza and Norma Kilgore, both of Houston; Noel McWhirter of Pontotoc; Dr. Amanda Summers of Mantachie; and Melba Applewhite of Amory. August 28, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
WalletHub ranks ICC first among all state public two-year institutions Itawamba Community College has ranked first among all public state two-year institutions in a WalletHub study that surveyed hundreds of community colleges across the United States. In order to determine the best community colleges in the United States, the financial institution WalletHub selected a sample of 698 schools from the list of member institutions in the American Association of Community Colleges. The schools were evaluated based on cost and financing and both education and career outcomes. “For 70 plus years, providing affordable and accessible education has always been a significant component of Itawamba Community College’s mission,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “National recognition of the College in this area is an indication that ICC is fulfilling that mission and serving our students who are our top priority. Their success is our success.” According to WalletHub, community colleges are a more attractive option especially this year as many individuals are struggling financially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Other than affordability, community colleges provide more flexible schedules, smaller classes sizes and rigorous coursework. The average age ... August 25, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC offers free short-term pathway programs to those who qualify through Dec. Itawamba Community College is offering several free short-term career pathways to those who qualify from now until the end of December as part of the ReSkill Mississippi Initiative. The program is designed to help ease the economic burden and uncertainty the pandemic has created for the state’s workforce. ICC is utilizing the resources to enhance or start new workforce development training and/or career education programs that would positively impact underemployed, unemployed, furloughed and/or otherwise displaced individuals who are experiencing economic hardships as a result of COVID-19, said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. ICC has utilized the ReSkill Mississippi funds to create short-term pathway programs in medical administrative assistant, quality improvement associate, introduction to industrial maintenance and electrician assistant. They join a list of 14 other pathway programs, which also offer free tuition opportunities for those who qualify through December. Allen, who serves as chair of the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges Workforce Committee, and Tyler Camp, chief of staff and special assistant to the president, were instrumental in securing the more than $49 million to ... August 24, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
It's not too late to register for adult education classes Registration is continuing for adult education/English as a Second Language classes at Itawamba Community College. They include Chickasaw County – Houston WIN Center, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Shundria Whitfield, smwhitfield@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1218; Itawamba County – Fulton Family Resource Center (Old Grammar School), Tuesday and Thursday, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Linzy Patterson, lfpatterson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1538; Lee County – ICC Belden Center, Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Amanda Dickinson, asdickinson@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1514; Mondays and Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30 p.m., tblindsey@iccms.edu; Monroe County – Amory WIN Center, Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m.-noon, 5-8 p.m., amshannon@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1517; and Pontotoc County – Pontotoc WIN Center, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4:30 p.m., Gloria Wallace, gdwallace@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1230. English as a Second Language classes meet at the ICC Belden Center Tuesday and Wednesday, 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m., emsullivan@iccms.edu; and Monday and Tuesday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., amshannon@iccms.edu or (662) 407-1517. There is no cost for the classes. Prospective students must call or email the contact individuals listed beside the class to reserve a spot. ... August 21, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
Registration continues for fall online classes Registration for online classes for the 2020 fall semester at Itawamba Community College will continue through Aug. 28. Financial aid is available as well as scholarships for adult learners. In addition, students may qualify for free tuition for several short-term career pathway programs, which are taught at the ICC Belden Center. Academic, career education, eLearning (online) and workforce opportunities are available in an extensive schedule. For more information, call (662) 862-8000 or email eadviser@iccms.edu. August 21, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC's Todd completes Mississippi Academy for Simulation Training Itawamba Community College Associate Degree Nursing instructor Dr. Cathy Todd of Fulton has earned more than 25 hours of continuing education to complete the Mississippi Academy for Simulation Training through the University of Mississippi Medical Center. The Mississippi Academy for Simulation Training provides statewide simulation educator training, access to University of Mississippi Medical Centers through the office of Interprofessional Simulation, Training, Assessment, Research and Safety and communicates a statewide expectation for recognition of the value of pedagogically-advanced training curricula, contemporary educational/workplace communication techniques and the highest ethical standards in the use of simulation in healthcare education. “The MAST course provided me with teaching strategies that I will use to engage students in learning opportunities using simulation,” Todd said. “The knowledge and experience gained by students using simulation can contribute to increased patient safety and positive outcomes.” Todd’s educational background includes the associate’s degree from ICC; bachelor’s degree from Mississippi University for Women; master’s degree from the University of Mississippi Medical Center; and the doctoral degree from Samford University, all in nursing. A member of the ICC faculty since 2006, she also serves ... August 14, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC students receive degrees, certificates Several area residents were among those who earned Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates at the conclusion of the 2020 summer semester at Itawamba Community College. They include Aberdeen - Lauren Brooke Beard, A.A.S.; Chelsea Kenyanna Page, A.A.; Valerie Victoria Page, A.A.; Darstina Lashay Thomas, A.A.; Amory – Stephanie Lee Anderson, certificate; Jared Brittian Callihan, A.A.S.; Ashton Kyle Cooper, A.A.S.; Wendy Marie Culver, A.A.; Thomas Blake Elkin, A.A.; Ragan L. Fears, certificate; Mary Grace Reeves, A.A.; Genee M. Summers, A.A.; Baldwyn – Paige Cyleen Huddleston, A.A.; Belden – Mallori Michelle Cady, A.A.; Evan August Hildenbrand, A.A.; Hunter E. Johnson, A.A.; Belmont – Alexandria Elizabeth Norman, certificate; Blue Mountain – Latoya Ciera Knox, A.A.; Justin Keith Rumsey, certificate; Blue Springs – Jimmy M. James, A.A.; Demarcus C. Rogers, A.A.; Ka’Miya Watson, A.A.; Booneville – Zakia Dornae’ Crump, certificate; Olivia Ann Tolar, A.A.S.; Calhoun City – Nijah Zhyaire Gaston, A.A.; Columbus – Trey Lucious, A.A.; Crawford – Kayla D. Jackson, A.A.; Ecru – Samantha Paige Holloway, certificate; Forest City, Ark. ... August 10, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Comment Read More >>