2 September ICC fall semester enrollment increases September 2, 2020 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 Itawamba Community College’s fall enrollment has increased even in the unique environment caused by COVID-19. With full-time enrollment beginning at more than 5,000 and an increase in credit hours, ICC also has 705 students who are participating in the dual credit program, which enables high school students to earn college hours. The increase is determined by comparing enrollments for the 2019 and 2020 fall semesters. “This is very exciting news, since the increases are in headcount, full-time equivalencies and credit hours,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “The increase in the number of students that ICC is serving is significant because we have additional opportunities to provide a solid educational foundation and the best start for those in our five-county district and beyond.” Enrollment figures include online, academic and career education classes, but not workforce totals, which are not measured on semester basis, Allen said. Because of COVID-19, ICC has altered its instructional delivery methods, which now include face-to-face only, face-to-face hybrid which has an online component, face-to-face Zoom and online. “We are offering options that provide our students with face to face instructional time while physically distancing the classroom to create a healthy and high quality instructional environment,” Allen said. “Our exceptional faculty and staff have risen to the challenge, and because of their dedication, we continue to provide an affordable and quality option, which has been documented this week by WalletHub in its ranking of ICC as the top community college in the state,” Allen said. “In addition, the work of our recruiters, enrollment services division and community relations team has contributed to this significant increase in enrollment.” “Faculty and staff have been working tirelessly during the pandemic to meet the needs of our current and prospective students,” said Dr. Melissa Haab, Dean of Enrollment Services. “An increase in enrollment demonstrates our students’ confidence in our academic excellence and student safety during these unprecedented times.” Related Articles ICC's enrollment increases this fall Itawamba Community College’s fall enrollment has increased even during turbulent economic times, according to figures released by the Mississippi Community College Board. With full-time enrollment beginning at more than 4,700 and an increase in credit hours, the increase equates to 1.3 percent. The increase is determined by comparing enrollments for the 2021 and 2022 fall semesters. In August, ICC opened Magnolia Hall, a state-of-the-art residence for honors students and student leaders at the Fulton Campus, which accommodates 246 additional students, and an increased emphasis has been placed on student activities, said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “This is very exciting news, since the increases are in headcount, full-time equivalencies and credit hours and places us on an upward trend to pre-pandemic enrollment,” Allen said. “The increase in the number of students that ICC is serving is significant because we have additional opportunities to provide a solid educational foundation and the best start for those in our five-county district and beyond.” “Statistics show that the more students are engaged on campus, the more successful they will be in the ... ICC enrollment increases again - continues to rank among state's leaders Itawamba Community College ranks among the leaders in the state in full-time enrollment increase, according to figures released this week by the Mississippi Community College Board. With fall enrollment at 4,476 at the end of the 10-day reporting period, figures from fall 2023-fall 2024 show a 4.1 percent increase, nearly double the state average. In addition, enrollment was up 7 percent the last two semesters, statistics show. The continuing increase over the last two reporting periods can be attributed to multiple factors, according to ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. They include the addition of significant housing opportunities tailored to student needs with the opening of Magnolia Hall last fall and the reopening of Sheffield and Monroe Halls with spaces designed to accommodate the ICC student of today at the beginning of this semester, and an enhanced emphasis on activities. “This is very exciting news,” Allen said. “The increase in the number of students that ICC is serving is significant because we have additional opportunities to provide a solid educational foundation and the best start ... Adult Learner Incentive Scholarships awarded for fall; available for 2021 spring semester Several area residents are among students at Itawamba Community College who have received adult learner scholarships for the 2020 fall semester. They include Aberdeen – Alexis McCracken, Courtney Stanford; Amory – Karlie Parker, Kayla Harper, Laken Mize, Bradford Starr, Houston Woodman; Baldwyn – Lesley Caldwell; Belden – Donald Springer, Antika White, Marteshia Williams; Blue Springs – Heather McGee, John Potts, Amy Roaton; Booneville – Melissa Clifton, Mary Floyd, Tessa Strange; Columbus – Laura Aycock, Shanta Blakney, Quoteshia Davis, Diamond Mastin; Corinth – Quentin Patterson; Ecru – Amy Paul, Nathaniel Works; Fulton – Billy Snider, Christina Cassatt, Angela Chambers, Lydia Christian, Thomas Cox, Megan Eaton, Shelley Ganaway, Chasany Moore, Krystal Smith, Rodney Standifer, Whitney Williams; Guntown – Kelly Harmon, Darden Cannon, Tiffany Doggett, Tyler Doggett, Chad Harmon, Alesha Turner; Holly Springs – Audrianna Crane; Houlka – Kaitlyn Harlow; Houston – T’Lecia Foard, Kelli Hollingsworth; Mantachie – Heather Sartain, Sarah Kingsley; Marietta – Jessica George; Morris Chapel – Olivia Conaway; Myrtle – Jennifer Speck, Lashanda Blackmon; Nettleton – Emily Bigham, Miranda Brown, Laura Erwin, Harrison ... Most ICC face-to-face fall semester classes to end prior to Thanksgiving break Most of Itawamba Community College’s in-person classes will conclude for the 2021 fall semester prior to the Thanksgiving break. Depending on the discipline, some face-to-face classes could require work to be submitted electronically after the break begins. In addition, some allied health and career education students could continue face-to-face classes, laboratories and clinicals through mid-December based on the curriculum for individual programs. “Since we began the fall semester, it has brought me great joy to have our locations filled with students once again,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “There is nothing more exciting than the sight and sounds of our students in classes and interacting with each other! While we had to enact a mask mandate, our ICC family has worked together to comply with the in-building requirement and continues to help ensure the safety of each other and the communities we serve. Greatly reducing the number of students on campus after the holiday will greatly reduce the quarantining of students with such a limited window before final exams.” According to the revised calendar, final exams for traditional ... ICC sets fall semester open registration Open registration at Itawamba Community College has been scheduled for the 2019 fall semester. Dates and times include Aug. 7 from 4:30-7 p.m., Aug. 8 from 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. and Aug. 9 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the Student Support Center at the Tupelo Campus; and Aug. 8-9 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the David C. Cole Student Services Building at the Fulton Campus. It is possible to register for fall semester classes through Aug. 15 for traditional classes and the August eight-week traditional accelerated term; Aug. 27 for the August eight-week eLearning term and Aug. 30 for full-term eLearning classes, but a late registration fee of $15 will be assessed. Class selection could possibly be limited. Traditional day and first eight-week classes begin Aug. 12, and eLearning full-term day and first eight-week classes, Aug. 26. Financial aid is available, as well as adult learner and Mississippi Works CTE Scholars Program assistance. Academic, career education, eLearning (online) and workforce opportunities are available in an extensive schedule, which includes both day and evening classes ... ICC schedules 2021 fall semester open registration Itawamba Community College has scheduled open registration for the 2021 fall semester. Options include Aug. 11 from 4-7 p.m., Aug. 12 from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. and Aug. 13 from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the Student Support Center at the Tupelo Campus; and Aug. 12 and 13 from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. in the David C. Cole Student Services Building on the Fulton Campus. The Tupelo Campus location also will be open until 6 p.m. from Aug. 16-19 for late registration. Traditional full-term day and first eight-week classes begin Aug. 16; and eLearning full-term and first eight-week classes, Aug. 23. Financial aid may be 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. The primary instructional delivery method this fall will be face-to-face classes; however, additional options are available. Students may attend classes on a four-day instructional schedule to provide an opportunity for a three-day weekend. 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