17 May ICC awards diplomas, certificates during four in-person ceremonies May 17, 2021 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Approximately 640 graduates received diplomas and/or certificates during four in-person ceremonies at the Davis Event Center at the Itawamba Community College Fulton Campus last Thursday and Friday. The 2021 in-person commencement was the first event of this magnitude since COVID forced ICC to limit or cancel events due to limited facility capacity last spring. Since the 2020 ceremony was delivered virtually, graduates were invited to participate in this year’s ceremony, and their names were included in the program. Also among the graduates were 10 Middle College participants from Tupelo High School, who were part of a first-of-its-kind pilot program in North Mississippi, which began in August 2019. The THS juniors attended classes at the ICC Tupelo Campus for the majority of the school day, while taking class at THS to pursue either an Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degree. “Community colleges, such as ICC, are on the front line of helping people reach their potential: academically, personally and professionally,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “And when we succeed and do our best in connecting with students, we help them to recognize and embrace the potential within themselves. In addition, numerous ICC graduates, both past and current, who are healthcare professionals, have gone above and beyond during COVID. We salute you and all of our graduates for your significant accomplishments!” In planning the College’s seventy-first commencement ceremonies, ICC ensured that COVID protocols were followed, including social distancing, the wearing of masks and sanitizing the entire facility between events. Graduates were provided 10 tickets for family and friends. The ticketing service was created in-house and utilized throughout the pandemic to ensure that capacity limits were maintained. The ceremonies included two for Associate of Arts on Thursday and two for Associate of Applied Science on Friday. Career education graduates participated in the morning ceremony, and health science, Friday afternoon. In addition, approximately 100 high school equivalency graduates crossed the same stage to receive high school equivalency certificates in a separate Thursday night ceremony. The total of 2020-21 A.A. and A.A.S. degrees and certificate recipients was 1,056. Related Articles ICC to award degrees, certificates during four in-person ceremonies Approximately 650 Itawamba Community College graduates will receive associate’s degrees or certificates in four in-person ceremonies, May 13 and 14, at the Davis Event Center on the Fulton Campus. The ceremonies include May 13 – 10 a.m., Associate of Arts (A-L) and 2 p.m., Associate of Arts (M-Z); and May 14 – Associate of Applied Science (career education), 10 a.m. and Associate of Applied Science (health science), 2 p.m. The A.A.S. ceremonies will also include those who earned certificates. In addition, a high school equivalency ceremony will be at 6 p.m., May 13. Since COVID-19 prevented an in-person ceremony last year, both 2020 and 2021 graduates have been invited to participate. Each participant will receive a maximum of 10 tickets to comply with state COVID guidelines regarding social distancing in arenas. Masks will be required. All ceremonies will be livestreamed at LetsGoICCTV.com. ICC graduates receive diplomas, certificates during May 16 ceremonies Approximately 1,000 Itawamba Community College graduates crossed the stage at the Davis Event Center on the Fulton Campus, May 16, during three commencement ceremonies and were rewarded with Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates. Among them included a 15-year-old and his mother, a native of South Africa, a 32-year-old high school equivalency graduate, an amputee and one who started the pursuit of her college diploma more than 20 years ago. Lathan Jon Austin Nunley of New Albany said he “nervously but excitedly stepped into the world of college. Today, I’m proud to say I’m graduating with my first degree – alongside my mother, who has supported me every step of the way.” His educational journey began at home where his mother homeschooled him ‘from birth to eighth grade.’ “With her guidance and the encouragement of those around me, I was taught to believe that anything is possible. That mindset pushed me to graduate high school at just 13 years old through Penn Foster.” His ultimate goal is to work in the tech field. “I ... ICC awards degrees, certificates during 2024 spring commencement ceremonies Several area residents were among those who earned Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates at the conclusion of the 2024 spring semester at Itawamba Community College. They include Abbeville – Armani T. Wilson, A.A.; Kaliah D. Mcjunkins, A.A.; Timothy K. Traylor, A.A.; Aberdeen – Akalin N. McNairy, A.A.; Allison B. Underwood, A.A.; Amber S. Payne, A.A.S.; Amiya S. Robinson, A.A.; Brayden T. Johnson, A.A.; Cara James, A.A.; Cashonna S. Gilleyan, A.A.; Chasitee D. Riddle, A.A.; Daisha L. Moore, A.A.; Dorian M. Shaw, A.A.; Jalyn D. Jones, A.A.; Janya L. Robinson, A.A.; Jatoria C. Garth, A.A.; Jessica D. Ewing, A.A.; Jodi L. Williams, A.A.S.; Jonathan D. Crandall, A.A.S., certificate; Kaylee M. Flippo, A.A.; Kelsey M. Taylor, certificate; Kendall M. Breedlove, A.A.; Kierra A. Haynes, A.A.; Kimberly D. Walker-Burroughs, A.A.S.; Laney R. Howell, A.A.; Lauren B. Gillard, A.A.S.; Layken J. McMillian, A.A.; Maggie J. Irons, A.A.; Malia F. Luker, A.A.; Markeisha L. Hoskin, A.A.; Megan A. Strevel, A.A.; Micah C. Terry, A.A.; Nakiyah A. Gardner, A.A.S., certificate; Olivia E. Randle, A.A.; Rachel Stacy, A.A.S.; Tameria M. ... ICC to honor four with Alumni awards during Homecoming activities, Oct. 6 Itawamba Community College will honor its 2022 Alumnus of the Year, Distinguished Service award recipient and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees during Homecoming activities, Oct. 6, at the Fulton Campus. They include Dr. C.K. “Dick” White of Tupelo, Alumnus of the Year; Miss. Rep. Donnie Bell of Fulton, ICC Distinguished Service award; and David Duke of Clinton and Marty Cooper of Fulton, Athletic Hall of Fame. White, who is a native of Fulton, graduated from Itawamba Agricultural High School and from 1969-71 attended IJC where he was a member of the baseball team. In 2020, he retired as chief medical officer of the North Mississippi Medical Center. From 2018-20, he also served as interim chief quality and safety medical officer for North Mississippi Health Services, and since 2016, executive board member of Connected Care Partners CIN. He has an extensive list of honors and awards, including NMMC Surgeon of the Year and Itawamba Agricultural High School Alumnus of the Year. White is a member of numerous professional associations and serves on the boards of several community organizations. They include ... ICC graduates more than 650 during three May 12 ceremonies More than 650 graduates of Itawamba Community College crossed the stage at the Davis Event Center on the Fulton Campus, May 12, during three commencement ceremonies and were rewarded with Associate of Arts or Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates. They were among approximately 1,000 graduates who have earned degrees from ICC this year, including Kelly Barnett of Amory, who participated during the 10 a.m. ceremony. Barnett, who majored in Business and Marketing Management Technology, said she “didn’t have the opportunity to attend college right out of high school because of personal issues, so to be able to finally complete this has meant the world to me. This time around has not been without its challenges either.” She lost her father in October 2021. “I know he was so proud I was back in school, so even though I wanted to quit, I pushed through! I just want my children to look at me and be proud of me and understand that it is okay if you fail or get off track, but don’t ever quit.” That drive led ... ICC to honor five during Alumni awards presentation at Homecoming, Oct. 17 Itawamba Community College will honor its 2024 Alumnus of the Year, Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, Distinguished Service and Young Alumnus of the Year award recipients during Homecoming activities, Oct. 17, at the Fulton Campus. They include Dr. Lance Evans of New Albany, Alumnus of the Year; Jonathan Van Every of Nashville, Tenn. and Dr. David Rather of Tupelo, Athletic Hall of Fame; Johnny Crane of Fulton, Distinguished Service; and Jamey Logan of Tupelo, Young Alumnus of the Year. A 1998 graduate of ICC, Evans became Mississippi’s State Superintendent of Education, July 1. His educational background also includes the bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University; master’s degree from the University of Mississippi; and educational specialist and doctoral degrees from Delta State University. He played football at ICC, where he was selected to Who’s Who Among American Junior Colleges. Over the past 23 years, he has served as Superintendent of Schools for the New Albany School District and in other roles as teacher, coach, assistant principal and both elementary and high school principal. His leadership skills have earned several recognitions, ... Comments are closed.