2 April ICC Chop Day '25 offers football, fun and food opportunities April 2, 2025 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Chop Day ’25, which is scheduled for Apr. 24 at Itawamba Community College, will not only preview the Indians fall football season but also provide an opportunity for both students and the community to participate in fun events and sample some tasty food at the Fulton Campus. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., food trucks, including Korny Dog, Crawfish Commander and Just Chillin’ Ice Cream, will be available beside the Crane Pavilion. The gate for the football scrimmage opens at 6 p.m. at Butch Lambert Stadium with a free kid zone. Concessions and Chick-fil-A food options will also be open. All food during both day and evening activities is available for purchase. From 6:30-7:30 p.m., ICC’s Indians will scrimmage at Eaton Field, and from 7:30-9 p.m., Chop Like It’s Hot, an on-field dance party will feature DJ Cole. “The event is free and open to the public,” said Brandy White, event coordinator. “No one is too young or too old to participate in Chop Day, including the dance. We extend a special invitation to everyone to bring your family to join our ICC family in celebrating ICC’s Indians.” For more information, email bdwhite@iccms.edu or call (662) 862-8002. Related Articles ICC's Scheuer shares holiday food preparation tips for stress-free gatherings - Tis the season for food and stuffing more than just the turkey! Can it be November already? Thanksgiving will be here and shortly after, Christmas. Tis the season for food and stuffing more than just the turkey. There will be holiday parties, family gatherings and many opportunities for entertaining, all of which involve food and more food. The fare can range from fancy to home cooking, but no matter what the occasion, preparation tips and shortcuts are always appreciated. Itawamba Community College Food Management Certification program director Christy Scheuer, who has catered numerous events in her career ranging from the most elegant to smaller more intimate, has suggestions for family gatherings no matter how many Thanksgivings and Christmases you’ve celebrated together. She even has a recipe to share. “Take time to sit down and plan what menu items you would like to prepare for your guests,” Scheuer said. “How many guests do you anticipate? Are there any dietary restrictions/allergies/preferences? Remember, most times, simple is best…there is no need in having five sides…three family favorites are perfect!” She recommends selecting items that your family likes and ... ICC to Host Second Annual “Choptoberfest” Tailgate Ahead of Rivalry Game Itawamba Community College will host its second annual Choptoberfest tailgate celebration on Thursday, October 24, beginning at 5 p.m. at the ICC Grove on the Fulton Campus. The family-friendly event will take place ahead of the ICC Indians’ home football matchup against Northeast Mississippi Community College. This year’s Choptoberfest will feature food, music, games and activities for the whole family, creating a festive atmosphere as the ICC community gears up for one of the most spirited events of the year. Pregame festivities for the football game are scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m., with kickoff set for 7 p.m. at Eaton Field. Earlier in the day, ICC will host its Fall Preview Day, welcoming registered high school seniors from across the region to explore campus, meet with faculty and staff and experience college life firsthand. In addition, the Office of Alumni and Foundation will welcome back ICC alumni from football, cheer and band programs whose graduation years end in “5” for the evening’s festivities. “It has quickly become one of our favorite traditions,” said Dr. Jay Allen, president of Itawamba Community College. “Choptoberfest ... Food Service Pathway class to begin July 27 Itawamba Community College has scheduled a six-week Food Service Pathway class at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) beginning July 27. Classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 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. 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. ICC Food Service Pathway class to begin Oct. 5 Itawamba Community College has scheduled a Food Service Pathway class at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) beginning Oct. 5. Classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Nov. 3. 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. 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. ICC schedules Food Service Pathway class to begin Nov. 9 Itawamba Community College has scheduled a Food Service Pathway class at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) beginning Nov. 9. Classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 11. The class will not meet Thanksgiving week. 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. 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. Food Service Pathway class to begin Nov. 9 Itawamba Community College has scheduled a Food Service Pathway class at the Belden Center (3200 Adams Farm Rd.) beginning Nov. 9. Classes will meet Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. through Dec. 11. The class will not meet Thanksgiving week. 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. 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. Comments are closed.