10 September ICC to formally open new softball/tennis complex, Sept. 18, 11 a.m. - public is invited September 10, 2024 By Thomas, Donna S. General 0 The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening of Itawamba Community College’s new softball and tennis complex at the Fulton Campus, Sept. 18, at 11 a.m. A ribbon cutting will open the 6,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility that includes locker rooms, laundry facilities and a small training area, all on the first floor; three separated rooms for scoring, announcer and the media and two large open decks at the top of the stadium with both chair back and bench seats on the second floor. During the groundbreaking ceremony on March 7, 2023, ICC President Dr. Jay Allen said, “It’s not just going to be ANY softball and tennis complex. It’s going to be the BEST in the league. I can’t wait to gather here again as we cut the ribbon on this magnificent facility.” “Come and enjoy refreshments and a facility tour as we cut the ribbon to kick off a new era for our sports teams,” Allen said today. “This is a celebration of the hard work and dedication that made this project possible, and we can’t wait to share it with our community.” The facility is located on Tombigbee Drive. Related Articles Itawamba Community College receives $100,000 and joins 41 other schools across the US as All Within My Hands' Metallica Scholars Initiative expands in year five Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands, continues its multimillion-dollar investment in critical workforce programs at community colleges nationwide. Among the schools, Itawamba Community College was selected from a competitive pool of applicants to receive $100,000 to transform the futures of students in the community. “It is a tremendous honor for Itawamba Community College to be selected as one of the recipients of the prestigious All Within My Hands grant, which will significantly impact our career education programs, providing funding for students to pursue a pathway and their best start,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “It is another indication of the success of the College and reinforcement of the mission that students and their success are our top priority.” The Metallica Scholars Initiative (MSI) was launched in 2019 by Metallica’s foundation, All Within My Hands (AWMH), in partnership with the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). The workforce initiative marks its fifth year with an ambitious expansion into new curricula. MSI now directly supports 42 community colleges across 33 states, and by the end of this year, it will have helped ... 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 formally open Magnolia Hall, July 14, 10 a.m. Itawamba Community College will formally open its new residential facility, Magnolia Hall, following a brief ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., July 14, at the entrance facing Main Street in Fulton. The 72,000-square-foot three-story residence hall has 246 beds, customizable halls/wings for separated male and female occupancy and two efficiency apartments as well as one for the hall director. The facility features common collaborative study areas, and some have televisions that can be mirrored to student computers. The building is also outfitted with the latest controls for both HVAC and lighting and with a new access control system that allows entry via their student ID card to their hall door, wing and room. Requirements for residence include a preferred ACT score of 24, maintaining a 3.0 GPA and active in ICC student involvement/leadership opportunities. WAR Construction, Inc. of Tuscaloosa, Ala. was the general contractor, and PryorMorrow PC, the architect. “This residence hall will provide an opportunity for 246 additional students to experience the total college with on-campus housing,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “Even with the addition of ... ICC releases fall 2024 honors list Officials at Itawamba Community College have released the honors list for the 2024 fall semester. Named to the President’s list, which includes those students with a 3.8-4.0 grade point average were Aberdeen – James A. Blake, Connor Bounds, Lillian Mae Gallop, Kaley D. George, Ashley N. Holloway, Lorionna Jade Lee, Karry Elizabeth Linley, Sierra B. Lochala, Samantha Pearl Prestage, Stephanie Riddle, Joshua K. Schrock, Ashlei J. Shelton, Weston Sykes; Ackerman – Melissa M. Ramirez; Amory – Jordan Isaac Allred, Melanie D. Barnes, Anjela Aida Beato, Ella K. Browning, Jared Brittian Callihan, William Matthew Hannon, Annabelle L. Holman, Erin E. Jackson, Matthew Blaine Johnson, Dakotah Brianna Mackey, Lexie Olivia May, Walker P. McDaniel, Aseanti McIntosh, Barker N. O’Brian, Imani Michelle Oliver, Brooklyn G. Owen, Angel Daniel Quintero, Marley Rowland, Olivia Grace Salisbury, Braden P. Sanders, Aleah Marie Sullivan, Chloe Isabella Wilbanks, Emily Wright; Baldwyn – Joshua Carter, John K. Davidson, Reagan L. Gholson, Justin Tyler Gobbell, Alex C. Johnson, Terry Lynn Montgomery, Sophie Claire Palmer, Austin D. Pearson; Bartlett, Tenn. – Allison J. Fitzgerald; Belden – Keven K. Barber, ... ICC formally reopens Monroe, Sheffield Halls during July 30 ceremonies Itawamba Community College formally reopened both Monroe and Sheffield Halls during two ribbon-cutting ceremonies at the Fulton Campus today (July 30). In two weeks, residents will move into Monroe’s now single-occupancy rooms and benefit from the first of a two-phase renovation of Sheffield Hall. “This morning, we are standing in front of one of our oldest residential facilities, Monroe Hall,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen. “This building, which consisted of our smallest rooms, housed two students per room. With the complete renovation of this hall, we are now able to offer single occupancy rooms with a shared bathroom for every two rooms. Each floor is customizable to house separated males and females under the same roof, just like Magnolia Hall.” The $2.2 million renovation of Monroe Hall, which first opened in 1968, was designed with students’ needs and aspirations in mind, Allen said. “The upgraded facilities provide modern amenities, increased comfort and spaces that foster community and collaboration. From the improved common areas and enhanced living quarters, every aspect of this residence hall has been planned to enrich ... ICC formally opens softball and tennis complex Itawamba Community College formally opened its softball and tennis complex today (Sept. 18) with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Fulton Campus. “Today, we are formally opening our softball and tennis complex,” said ICC President Dr. Jay Allen, “and as I shared on March 7 last year when we broke ground for this magnificent facility, it’s not just any softball and tennis complex. It’s the best in the league.” The 6,010-square-foot complex in addition to the softball stadium includes separate locker rooms for both men’s and women’s tennis and softball (each is equipped with lockers, restrooms, showers, ICC athletic branding and nutrition area), laundry facilities and training area and storage rooms for both softball and tennis, all on the first floor; a press box with radio booth, scorekeeper and announcing booth and President’s hospitality suite and two large open party decks at the top of the stadium on the second floor. The softball stadium includes both chair back and bench seats. “We appreciate all of those who have played a significant role in this project,” Allen said. “As with ... Comments are closed.