ICC schedules '24 spring semester open registration Itawamba Community College has scheduled open registration for the 2024 spring semester. Options include January 3 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at both the Fulton and Tupelo campuses; and January 4 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. on the Fulton Campus and 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. on the Tupelo Campus. Locations are the Academic and Student Center on the Tupelo Campus and the David C. Cole Student Services Building on the Fulton Campus. Traditional full-term day and night and first eight-week classes begin Jan. 8; and eLearning full-term and first eight-week classes, Jan. 16. 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 options include both 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, call (662) 862-8000 or email eadviser@iccms.edu. ICC’s offices will close for the Christmas break, Dec. 14 at 4:30 p.m., and reopen Jan. 3, 2024 at 8 a.m. December 6, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Adult learners who plan to attend ICC in the spring have scholarship opportunities Adult learners who plan to attend Itawamba Community College in the spring 2024 have two scholarship opportunities for financial support. They include ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive and the statewide Complete 2 Compete. ICC’s Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, which provides $2,000 ($500 per semester) for full-time students and $1,000 ($250 per semester) for part-time, is designed to provide an incentive for returning or new students, age 21, or older to pursue a degree at ICC. Criteria for selection include enrollment in a minimum of 12 hours (scholarship can be reduced to $25o per semester for part-time – six hours – status), meeting admission requirements and in good standing at ICC. The application deadline is Jan. 15, and the form is available at www.apply.iccms.edu. To find out more about the Adult Learner Incentive scholarship, contact Candace Thomas, assistant director of Financial Aid, at cdthomas@iccms.edu or call (662) 862-8261. Qualification requirements for the C2C grant include at least 21 years of age but no greater than 59, Mississippi residency and U.S. citizenship, household income that meets the Grant Household Income Guidelines and ... December 6, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC sets spring 2024 area adult education class schedule, January Belden new enrollment Itawamba Community College will enroll new day adult education students at the Belden Center, Jan. 8. Individuals 18 years of age and older will begin at 9 a.m., and 16-/17-year-old students, 1 p.m. Participants must have a photo ID, and 16-/17-year-olds should be accompanied by a parent or guardian and bring a withdrawal form from the most recent school attended. Entry into the adult education area is across from the WIN Job Center at ICC-Belden. Classes begin throughout the Itawamba Community College District the week of Jan. 8. The class schedule includes Aberdeen – The Aspire Group (110 East Commerce St.), Monday and Tuesday, 5-8 p.m.; Amory – WIN Job Center (1619 Highland Drive), Tuesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.; Belden – ICC Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.), Monday and Tuesday, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and 4:30-8:30 p.m. and Wednesday and Thursday, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; and ESL, Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Fulton – ICC (Academic Building rooms 212, 217), Monday and Tuesday, 3:30-7:30 p.m.; and Pontotoc – WIN Job Center (316 Coffee ... December 5, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Pontotoc resident and ICC alum returns to alma mater to share her story with Emerging Scholars Almost five years ago, Pontotoc native and resident Karis Cox Pannell graduated from Itawamba Community College. Today she is a Certified Public Accountant, specializing in tax planning, strategy and consulting for both individuals and businesses. She is a 2017 graduate of South Pontotoc High School, and her journey has included both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Mississippi State University, and most recently, recipient of the prestigious Fred T. Neely Gold Medal awarded to the student who has the highest CPA exam score in the state and passes all four sections on the first try. Oh, and by the way, that journey has also included a wedding with husband Landon a year and a half ago. Recently she came “home” to ICC, where she had an opportunity to share her story with area high school honor students during an Emerging Scholars luncheon. “Starting college is a significant step in your life, and it’s an opportunity to shape your future,” she said. “I decided I wanted to major in accounting back in high school, I was always a very logical thinker, ... November 17, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
ICC celebrates relocation of Aberdeen adult education class with open house Itawamba Community College celebrated the relocation of its Aberdeen adult education classes with an open house, Nov. 14. Aberdeen Mayor Charles Scott expressed appreciation to Teresa Reid, owner of the Aspire Group, the new location, for providing building space and computers for the adult education class. He said that the partnership will provide more opportunities for the people of Aberdeen. Monroe County Sheriff Kevin Crook agreed, saying he is “very interested in the program, especially providing opportunities for inmates.” “The transition to this center not only creates but expands partnerships, providing another location in Monroe County,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. The class meets Mondays and Tuesdays from 5-8 p.m. at 110 East Commerce Street. There is no cost. For more information, email adulteducation@iccms.edu or call (662) 407-1510. November 15, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, 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 >>
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 >>
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 schedules Food Management Certification class Registration is underway for a Food Management Certification class that will begin October 16 at the Itawamba Community College Belden Center. The class will meet Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. through November 10. Highlights of the hands-on course include both ServSafe® Food Manager and Alcohol Certification, menu planning/preparation, assistance/participation in execution of catered events, résumé/interview skills and both front- and back-of-the-house operations. Tuition assistance could be available for those who qualify. For more information or to register, call instructor Christy Scheuer at (662) 407-1505 or email acscheuer@iccms.edu or pathways@iccms.edu. October 6, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>
Itawamba Community College joins national initiative on College Cost Transparency Itawamba Community College has joined the College Cost Transparency Initiative, a coalition of more than 360 higher education institutions that have voluntarily committed to follow a set of principles and standards that ensure transparency, clarity and understanding around student financial aid offers, which was announced this week. Together, these institutions serve more than 3.5 million college students in the United States. “Choosing to attend college is one of the most significant financial aid decisions a student or family can make,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “Knowing how much it will cost up front is crucial, and ICC is committed to providing students clear and accurate financial information. We are proud to be a partner in this work.” The monumental commitment comes as lawmakers, think tanks and government entities continue to scrutinize the financial aid offers that colleges and universities present to students. The principles and standards recommended by the CCT – a task force composed of the leaders of 10 higher education associations representing college presidents, financial aid offices and admissions and school counselors which originated ... October 2, 2023 By Thomas, Donna S. Career Center, General 0 Comment Read More >>