Lamar James Football Camp set for June 15th

The memory of Lamar James, former Head Football Coach for the Independence Community College Pirates, will be honored this month in the form of a football camp for youth. The Lamar James Memorial Football Camp is a one-day event for young men in the first through eighth grade and will be held on the ICC campus on June 15th.

This one-day camp is designed to provide participants with opportunities to learn, develop, and improve their football skills as well as their confidence in a fun, safe, and enjoyable atmosphere (non-contact). The majority of the schedule will be spent on the field where campers will learn fundamentals and techniques of offensive and defensive football. Students will be instructed in the aspects of teamwork, motivation, flexibility, and speed development in relation to the game.

Regardless of the student’s previous experience or skill level, the Pirate Football Camp offers each athlete the opportunity to learn the fundamental techniques necessary to play and enjoy the game through individualized instruction.

Cost of the camp is $35 and includes lunch and a t-shirt. All proceeds from the event will become part of the trust fund that was established for Coach James’ children following his passing in November of 2009.

For more information about the Lamar James Memorial Football Camp, contact Coach Matt Lott, Offensive Line Coach and Recruiting Coordinator for the ICC Pirates, at (620) 332-5493 or email mlott@indycc.edu.

Kobel to Lead Instruction for CNA Training at Neodesha

A special entry-level health care industry course is being offered by Independence Community College at Neodesha. The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training offers successful completers the training they need to begin a career in medical care and jobs are currently available.

The six-credit hour Certified Nurse Aide course will be offered in Neodesha beginning on Monday, July 11th, and continuing through August 29th. Michelle Kobel, RN, will instruct the course.

The class will meet on Mondays and Thursdays from 5:15-9:00 p.m. at New Beginnings in Neodesha. Clinicals will be held on Saturdays from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Golden Living Nursing Home.

The CNA course is designed to teach the concepts of direct patient care and apply current nursing assistant practice to patient/resident. Successful completion of this class will allow the student to challenge the Kansas State Examination and become certified by the State Department of Health and Environment. CNA is a 90-hour course specializing in training for long-term care facilities and elderly care. This course is a component of ICC’s Long-Term Care Certification Program.

Entering students must successfully pass the CASAS reading test (6th grade level) before enrolling.

For more information about this course, ICC’s Long-Term Care Certification or Emergency Medical Tech programs email Denise Clark at dclark@indycc.edu or call (620) 332-5498. Outside of Independence call 1-800-842-6063, ext. 5498.

Medication Aide Recertification Weekend Training available at ICC West

Medication Aide Recertification is a course featured for July at Independence Community College. Toni Barnhart will instruct the one credit-hour continuing education course with a weekend class session on Saturday, July 16th, and Sunday, July 17th. Class will meet from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in W103 at ICC West, located at 2615 W. Main, in Independence.

Medication Aide Recertification is a 15-hour course that provides the mandatory continuing education credits required by the Kansas State Department of Health and Environment for the CMA. Successful completion of the course meets a two-year requirement for updating Medication Aide Certification. Students enrolling in the course must have a current Kansas medication aide certification.

The class size is limited and all interested persons are encouraged to enroll early to guarantee their placement in the course. For more information about this class or any of ICC’s other Allied Health programs and opportunities, call Denise Clark, Allied Health Coordinator, at (620) 332-5498 or email dclark@indycc.edu.

Limited Openings Available for July Home Health Aide Class

A Home Health Aide course will be offered in July in Independence as part of Independence Community College’s Summer Allied Health course offerings. Class size is limited and only a few seats remain. Interested persons are encouraged to enroll now for guaranteed placement.

The one-credit hour Home Health Aide Class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning July 5th and continuing through July 21st. Gayle L. Barnes, RN, BSN, will teach the evening class from 5:00-9:30 p.m. at ICC West, 2615 W. Main, in room W103.

The Home Health Aide course is built upon the basics of CNA training, and acquaints the student with the home care environment. Students will perform specialized skills needed when caring for the patient living at home. This course is built upon the Kansas Certified 20-Hour Home Health Aide Curriculum Guidelines from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. Prerequisite: Kansas certified nurse aide certification and successful passing of the CASAS reading test (8th grade level). Successful completion of this class will allow the student to take the Kansas State Examination to become certified by the State Department of Health and Environment.

For more information about these course offerings, southeast Kansas’ only operating EMT program, or any of the other Allied Health classes offered through Independence Community College, call Denise Clark, Allied Health Coordinator, at (620) 332-5498 or email dclark@indycc.edu.

Gayle Barnes to instruct CNA Class at Sedan

Gayle Barnes, RN, will be the instructor for Independence Community College’s Allied Health Course at Sedan this summer. The special entry-level health care industry course, Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), will be offered by ICC at Sedan beginning July 6th. Class enrollment is limited.

The six-credit hour CNA course will be offered beginning July 6th and continuing through September 3rd. Class will meet at the Pleasant Valley Manor on Wednesdays from 2:00-6:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The CNA course is designed to teach the concepts of direct patient care and apply current nursing assistant practice to patient/resident. Successful completion of this class will allow the student to take the Kansas State Examination and become certified by the State Department of Health and Environment. CNA is a 90-hour course specializing in training for long-term care facilities and elderly care. This course is a component of ICC’s Long-Term Care Certification Program.

Entering students must successfully pass the CASAS reading test (6th grade level) before enrolling.

ICC’s Allied Health courses continue to fill to maximum enrollment numbers. Students are encouraged to enroll early to guarantee placement. For more information about this course, ICC’s Long-Term Care Certification or Emergency Medical Tech (EMT) programs call Denise Clark at (620) 332-5498. Outside of Independence call 1-800-842-6063, ext. 5498.

Emergency Responder Class scheduled to begin June 7th

The Allied Health Department of Independence Community College will be offering an Emergency Medical Responder Class and CPR course starting June 7th and continuing through August 9th, with Keith Copithke as the instructor. This is the first step to entering the exciting world of emergency medicine and being a part of helping your community in times of need.

This is the beginning entry class into EMS. The course is directed to train students in the techniques necessary to evaluate a patient’s condition, administer pulmonary and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, control hemorrhage, treat for shock, and immobilize fractures before the arrival of an ambulance. It will also prepare the student to take the Kansas State Registry exam as ‘First Responder’.

Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. at ICC West, Room W105.

For more information contact ICC’s Allied Health Coordinator Denise Clark at (620) 332-5498. To enroll visit the Student Services in the lower level of the ICC Student Union or enroll at first class session.

Pirates announce June Softball Camp Schedule

Students looking to improve their athletic skills or who have an interest in sports and want to learn more are invited to participate in the 2011 Pirate Sports Camps at Independence Community. Camps are scheduled throughout the summer for young athletes in a variety of grades and skill sets. June Camps focus on softball and football.

Softball Camp will be held for students in grades 8th through 12th on June 6th and 7th. A second camp for students six years of age through 7th grade will be held June 8th and 9th. Both camps will meet from 9:00 a.m. to noon at Emerson Park on South 10th Street Road. Cost is $35.

“We’re looking for players with a great attitude and a willingness to learn. We will focus on all aspects of the game from proper stretching and warm-up, to developing each young lady’s skills of throwing, hitting, and catching. Campers will be split up based on skill level and experience to make sure they receive the amount of help they need,” said Barbara Burnett, ICC’s Head Softball Coach.

Assisting Coach Burnett will be Jenna Lilley, Assistant Coach, and members of the Pirate Softball Team. Appropriate attire for students will be t-shirts, shorts or baseball pants, and cleats or sneakers.

For more information, contact Coach Burnett at (409) 429-4170, or Coach Lilley at (409) 350-9503, or email bburnett@indycc.edu.

Pirates announce June Football Triple Option/Passing Camp

Students looking to improve their athletic skills or who have an interest in sports and want to learn more are invited to participate in the 2011 Pirate Sports Camps at Independence Community. Camps are scheduled throughout the summer for young athletes in a variety of grades and skill sets. June Camps focus on softball and football.

Coach Rhatigan’s Triple Option and Passing Football Camp is slated for June 7th through the 9th for students in grades 7th through 12th.

“We will have two practices a day,” said Travis Rhatigan, Assistant Pirate Football Coach and Camp Coordinator. “This is a working camp, QB, WR, RB, and TE skills will be emphasized in a controlled environment that will allow the athletes to improve with each session. Each Practice will be broken down into two sessions, with a run game session and a passing session with individual drill work. The second session inside each practice will consistent of all positions working together in the passing game.

He went on to explain that emphasis in the option game will be placed on the inside and outside veer, from under center and from gun. Emphasis in the passing game will be placed on 3-Step Drop, 5 Step Drop, Sprint-Out, & Play-Action Passes.

Each camper will need, proper clothing, cleats, and a towel. QB’s will need to bring their own football. Rooms are available for campers that need housing for Tuesday and Wednesday nights for a minimal fee.

The cost of the camp will be $100 and includes three meals, a t-shirt, and camp insurance. Team rates are available for six or more players at the rate of $75 per player. Dorm housing can be arranged for an additional $20 and includes a dinner meal for Tuesday, June 7th and Wednesday, June 8th.
For more information, contact Coach Rhatigan, Camp Coordinator, at (417) 629-7462 or e-mail trhatigan@indycc.edu.

Students Earn Academic Recognition at ICC

One hundred and fifty-two students earned academic recognition for their work during Spring Semester 2011 at Independence Community College and have been awarded honor roll status. The President’s Honor Roll requires a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 while carrying a minimum of 12 credit hours. The honor of being a Presidential Scholar was awarded to 80 of ICC’s top academic students.

Seventy-two students earned recognition on the Dean’s Honor Roll. Requirements for this recognition include maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.5 or better while carrying a course load of 12 or more credit hours during the semester.

Presidential Honor Roll: Sandra Shears, Altamont, KS; Elicia Loganbill, Berryton, KS; Nicole Hockett, Caney, KS; Brandon Blackburn, Kenan Booe, Jennifer Clark, Melissa Hallbauer, Zade Henry; Tevis Linnebur, Kathleen Russell, Patty Steffen, Asa Walker, Miranda Wheatley, of Cherryvale, KS; April Nelson, Coffeyville, KS; Sueann Friesen; Katie Gericke, Dearing, KS; Kelsey Walters, Dennis, KS; Myles Worcester, Elk City, KS; Whitney Mitchell, Elk Falls, KS; Erin Black, Fredonia, KS.

Melissa Ashford, Joel Becker, Joshua Benefiel, Brandy Carter, Amber Chism, Raymond Coffey, Shawn Contant, Collin Dietrich, Jeffery Fowler, Joel Goodwater, Eldon Graham, Ginger Hare, Ryan McDiarmid, Jennifer Middleton, Sherri Mocabee, Stewart Monson, Myranda Prather, Daxten Pruter, Katherine Reid, Jeffery Roark, Kathleen Scott, Barbara Shoop, Christopher Simwinga, Rachel Smith, Sondra Smith, Tonia Taylor, Manda Tilley, Courtney Tovar, Jennifer Wehmeier, Kayla Weinand, and Marcus Wright, of Independence.

Staci Thomas, Manhattan, KS; Carly Arnold, Philip Depew, Taylor Giger, Annetta Jamison, Devin Kahn, Christina McCleary, Shelly Montgomery, Jean Routh, Gerald Simmons, Danielle Stacy, Ila Swartz, Crystal Waggoner, Crystal Worthey, of Neodesha, KS; Michelle McCormick, Scammon, KS; Lacy Barham, Sedan, KS; Patrick DeDonder, St. Marys, KS; Kristi Welch, and Kimberly Whittley, of Thayer, KS.

Claire Belyea, and Catherine Varela, of Bartlesville, OK; Haley Shores, Bixby, OK; Michelle Hanna, Bristow, OK; Eric Seagle, Tulsa, OK; Kristapher Gulley, Dallas, TX; Abiy Ghirmay, and Meron Degefu, both of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Haiyan Deng, of China; and Denis Delimarschi, of Cricova Mun, Chisinau.

Dean’s Honor Roll: Seth Oldweiler, of Altoona, KS; Kyle Bruce, of Argonia, KS; Erica Wheeler, of Berryton, KS; Carol Corle, Laci Reed, and Marissa Wright, of Cherryvale, KS; Sarah Detrick, Coffeyville, KS; Darren Triebel, and Emily Triebel, of Edna, KS; Matthew Cook, of Elk Falls, KS; Katie Moyer, of Emporia, KS; Shawna Bouche, of Fall River, KS; Rachel Durham, Macie Hall, Paula Johnson, and Allen Smith, of Fredonia, KS; Kathryn Brown, of Grenola, KS; Devon Hennessey, of Hamilton, KS.

Samantha Baumgartner, Kirsche Bryant, Sarah Coder, Halle Connors, Amanda Fair, Katherine Fienen, Taryn Freeman, Ursula Henson, Ray Hise, Rikki Hunter, Zachary Jolly, Hyun Kim, Kyler King, David Koszalka, Heather Lester, Ashley Love, Amanda Matthews, Lindsey Parsons, Coral Pinon, Liene Priede, Benjamin Roberts, Tamara Schicke, Seth Schrag, John Stafford, Binh Vu, Holly Wade, and Xiazhi Zhang, all of Independence, KS.

Courtney Osborn, of Lawrence, KS; Abbey Frazier, of Louisburg, KS; Paige Adkins, Whitney Burns, Katrina Kemper, Christin Kinkaid, Michelle Newberry, Christina Sack, Ramon Taylor, Anthony Thayer, and Haylie Wade, all of Neodesha, KS; Tiffani Nottingham, of New Albany, KS; Paige Almond, of Parsons, KS; Shayna McCoy, and Bailey Smith, of Sedan, KS; Elaine Tastove, of Westphalia, KS; Andres Bernal-Castellanos, Angelica Bernal-Castellanos, Jamie Bowens, and Xavier Kelley, all of Wichita, KS.

Jeffrey Heptig, of Winfield, KS; Demonta Bailey, of Kansas City, MO; Dakota Gelsheimer, of Springfield, MO; Brandon Smith, of Bartlesville, OK; Casey Wooley, of Cache, OK; Jonathan Cody, Midwest City, OK; and Patricia Gertsen, of Legstor, Denmark.

Correll Selected to Present at National Entrepreneurial Event

The National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship (NACCE) has invited Jim Correll, Independence Community College Successful Entrepreneur Program Facilitator and Business Coach, to present at the 9th Annual NACCE Conference. The event will be held October 9-12 at Portland, OR.

A special extended breakout session will be shared by four related presentations. Correll will present ‘Create a Community Non-Profit for Flexibility in Helping Business of All Types with Incubation’. The presentation is based on Correll’s work in helping create the non-profit Innovative Business Resource Center (IBRC). IBRC works to incubate and mentor businesses in Southeast Kansas helping start-ups, reinventions or growing businesses get the support they need for success in today’s changing marketplace.

“A key concept making IBRC different than most incubation programs is the mission to help businesses,” said Correll. “We try to help businesses with the knowledge and mentoring they need. With incubation, we look for the best place to set up the business and work with property owners to provide rent incentives in return for qualified incubation clients with a high probability of success.”

“Our goal is not to fill a particular building or area of a town,” continued Correll. “IBRC is not about economic development nor is our goal to create jobs. Our only goal is to help businesses succeed. The crux of the NACCE presentation will be about the incredible flexibility afforded us as a result or creating a non-profit organization with the sole purpose of helping businesses.”

NACCE is an organization dedicated to helping colleges gain new ideas, strategies and tactics that will enhance the development and expansion of their entrepreneurship programs and collaborations within their communities. The annual conference serves as a means to hear from respected community college professionals, professional presenters and entrepreneurs, as they provide content and discussion topics that will impact community college entrepreneurship programs and community business development initiatives.

The Successful Entrepreneur Program at ICC has been helping grow businesses and assist entrepreneurs since 2006. “The program features and curriculum changes constantly as we try to serve aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners more effectively,” said Correll.

Some successful businesses and past participants of the program include; Magnolia Health and Home, Brian Hight and Ryan McDiarmid; OneStopBuy and OneStopPack-N-Ship, Tom and Kathy Schwarz; Scrub Works, Carol Harris; Always There Home Care, Wally and CJ Gibson; and Ane Mae’s Coffee Shop, Windall and Janet Mayes.

For more information about ICC’s Successful Entrepreneur Program, scheduled classes, visit www.indycc.edu/entrepreneur or contact Correll at (620) 332-5470 or by email at jcorrell@indycc.edu. Information about the collaboration with IBRC and related incubation and mentoring programs can be seen at www.IBRC.org.

Community invited to Meet Presidential Candidates

Six finalists for the position of President at Independence Community College will be visiting Independence this week and the public is invited to a series of community breakfasts at the college to welcome them to Southeast Kansas and learn more about them. The Breakfasts will be held from 7:30-8:30 on May 25-27.

The free continental breakfasts and the candidates attending having been announced as: Wednesday, May 25th, Ms. Dixie Schierlman and Dr. Michael Calvert; Thursday, May 26th, Dr. Daniel Barwick and Dr. Michael Ash; and Friday, May 27th, Dr. Ralph Ford and Dr. Ben DeSpain.

Continental breakfast will include free coffee, juice, pastries, and fruit. Each morning, one candidate will be the Fireside Room, the other the Board Room, and members of the public will be encouraged to visit each area. No reservation is required for the free breakfast and the public is welcomed and encouraged to attend and meet the candidates for this important college and community position.

Below are the brief bios of the six presidential candidates in order of their Independence visits.


Ms. Dixie Schierlman
Ms. Dixie Schierlman currently serves as the Associate Dean of Student Life and the Director of College Advancement at Kansas State University in Salina, Kansas since 2003. Prior to her current position she served as Dean of Student Services at Independence Community College from 2000-2003. She also served the College as the Associate Dean of Student Services from 1995-1999, Director of Admissions, Registration and Student Programs from 1993-1995, and Continuing Education Coordinator from 1990-1993. Ms. Schierlman earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Masters Degree in Community College Education at Pittsburg State University in Pittsburg, Kansas.

Dr. Michael Calvert
Dr. Michael Calvert currently serves as the Dean of Butler Learning Centers at Butler Community College in El Dorado, Kansas. Prior to his current position, he served the College as Associate Dean at Butler of Andover from 1996-1998, Interim Dean of the Advanced Technology Center in 2009, and Interim Vice-President for Academics at the College in 2010. Dr. Calvert received a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa. He earned a Masters Degree in Physical Education at the University of South Dakota in Vermillion, South Dakota and he earned a Doctorate in Educational Administration at Oklahoma State University.

Dr. Daniel W. Barwick
Dr. Daniel W. Barwick currently serves as Director of Institutional Advancement at Alfred State College and Executive Director of the Alfred State College Development Fund, Inc. in Buffalo, New York. Prior to his current position, he served the College as Interim Director of Corporate Relations and as a Corporate Development Specialist from 2005-2007, Assistant to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs and Assistant to the Director of Records and Institutional Research from 2004-2005, Grants Assistant to the Dean of the School of Management and Engineering Technologies from 2003-2004 and Interim Coordinator of Assessment from 2000-2003. Dr. Barwick received a Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy at the State University of New York in Geneseo, New York. He earned a Masters Degree in Philosophy at the University of Iowa and a Ph.D. at the State University of New York in Buffalo, New York.

Dr. Michael Ash
Dr. Michael Ash currently serves as the Executive Assistant to the President for Resource Development and External Affairs at State Fair Community College in Sedalia, Missouri. Prior to his current position, he also served the College as Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Resource Development from 2009-2010 and as Vice President for Student Services and Institutional Effectiveness from 2003-2009. Before coming to State Fair Community College, Dr. Ash served Regent University, in Virginia Beach, Virginia as Vice President for Student Services from 2000-2002, Director of Student Services from 1991-2000, and as Director of Counseling from 1990-1991. Dr. Ash earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Oral Roberts University, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a Masters Degree in Counseling from Tulsa University, and a Doctorate in Higher Education Administration from The George Washington University in Washington, DC.

Dr. Ralph L. Ford
Dr. Ralph L. Ford currently serves as Vice President of Student Services at Union County College in Cranford, New Jersey since 2005. Prior to his current position he served as Dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services at Odessa College in Odessa, Texas from 1997-2005. He also served as a Psychology Instructor at Odessa College from 1997-2005. Dr. Ford received a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Social Science at the University of West Alabama in Livingston, Alabama. He earned a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership at the University of Alabama in Birmingham, Alabama. He earned a Doctorate in Higher Education and Educational Psychology at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

Dr. Ben C. DeSpain
Dr. Ben C. DeSpain currently serves as the Assessment Dean and Dean of the Keokuk Campus at Southeastern Community College in Keokuk, Iowa. Prior to his current position he served as a Consultant, Vice President, Interim President, and briefly as President at the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Houston, Texas from 2007-2010. He served as a Founding Head of the Department of Leadership and Counseling at Prairie View A&M University from 2004-2008. He served as President of Life University in Marietta, Georgia from 2003-2004. Dr. DeSpain has served in several additional leadership positions at various institutions. Dr. DeSpain earned a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Speech at Oklahoma Baptist University. He earned a Masters Degree in Secondary Administration at Arkansas State University. He earned a Doctorate in Community College and Higher Education at the University of Memphis.

ICC and K-State Sign 2+2 Agreements

Veterinary Technology and Business majors at Independence Community College will be able to slide seamlessly into bachelor degree programs at Kansas State University when College officials sign a 2+2 agreement May 24th. The agreement will define the acceptance of graduating ICC students into general business programs and ICC’s Vet Tech students into the Technology Management degree program.

K-State officials will be on ICC’s main campus on Tuesday, May 24th, in the Administration Office Building at 1:15 p.m. Signing the agreement on behalf of ICC will be Travis Githens, Interim Dean of Instruction. All faculty, staff and community members are encouraged to join the celebration.

Special guests from Kansas State will include: Sue Maes, Dean of the Division of Continuing Education; Anand Desai, Assistant Dean of the College of Business; Barb Newhouse, Assistant Dean of the Division of Continuing Education; Don Von Bergen, Arts and Science Department Head, K-State Salina; Ron Jackson, Business Program Coordinator – DCE; Rachel Schafer, Bachelor's Degree Completion Program Academic Advisor; and Jennifer Pfortmiller, Affiliate Site Manager K-State Division of Continuing Education.

2+2 articulation agreements with four-year universities honor ICC’s general education courses and conferred degrees when sophomore students consider transferring to a university for their junior and senior years. Degree Completion Programs are also available for students’ use in completing a degree; many of the courses are provided on the ICC campus or presented on-line.

In addition to K-State, ICC transfer equivalencies have been established with Emporia State University, Fort Hays State University, Pittsburg State University, the University of Kansas, and Wichita State University.

For questions regarding transfer guidelines and/or assistance in defining a course schedule for the best possible academic success at Independence Community College, please contact: Cindy Lopez, Academic Advisor, at (620) 332-5610 or arrange an appointment via e-mail at clopez@indycc.edu.

ICC Honors Tradition and Excellence at Annual Dinner

Years of service and institutional contributions were lauded Friday night as the Independence Community College faculty, staff and Board of Trustees gathered for ICC’s Annual Employee Recognition Dinner in the Community Room at ICC West. Special guests of honor were William J. Kelly, Municipal Judge and 2011 Outstanding ICC Alumnus, his wife, Theresa.

Dr. Daniel Bain, ICC President, officiated over festivities for employees and Board of Trustees Members and guests.

During the awards ceremony, Carlene Smith, Professor of English, was recognized for her 37 years of service to the College and the students of ICC with a special pictorial tribute by her co-educators in the computer sciences. Kay Ackerson, Media Center Supervisor, was honored for her 15 years of dedicated service to the institution. Ms. Ackerson has been the sponsor and organizer of ICC’s annual high school Competition Day for a number of years. Both were recognized on their upcoming retirements and received plaques commemorating the important work they’ve accomplished as part of the ICC family.

Anniversary acknowledgements were made and a staff member recognized for twenty years of service to the institution was Sonja Conley, ICC’s Registrar. Ten-year milestone awards were presented to: Larry Bale, Professor of Mathematics; John Eubanks, Professor of Business/Accounting; Beverly Harris, Executive Assistant to the President; Sylvia Diffey, Accounts Payable Accountant; Mary Sutton, Administrative Assistant to Upward Bound; Mario Lopez, Director of Maintenance; and Peter Ellenstein, Artistic Director of the William Inge Center for the Arts.

Five-year anniversary honorees were recognized as: Brenda Sanchez, Professor of English/Writing; Tony Turner, Head Women’s Basketball Coach; Jynell McCollam, Cosmetology Instructor; Jim Correll, Entrepreneur Facilitator/Mentor; and Debbie Phelps, Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Retention.

Peer nominations were compiled for three coveted staff and institution awards at the College. Orchestrated by ICC’s Professional Development Committee, the honors and their winners were: The Spirit Award: Travis Githens, Interim Dean of Instruction and Director of Evening and Outreach Education; Master Staffer: Darrin McFarland, MIS Coordinator; and The Cornerstone Award: ICC Capital Campaign Committee of Lori Shaw, ICC Foundation Director, and Misty Gascich, Grant Professional and Pirate Cove Daycare Administrator. The Faculty Association presented their annual Master Teacher Award to Kevin O’Neill, Professor of Engineering Technology and Drafting.

ICC Graduation Celebration Set for Saturday, May 7th

Independence Community College’s 2011 Graduation Ceremony is being held Saturday, May 7th. The event will be held at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Independence at the Memorial Hall. Highlights of the ceremony include addresses by ICC’s 2011 Outstanding Alumnus William J. Kelly, Municipal Court Judge and local attorney, and sophomore Christopher Simwinga.

“We are very excited to put together the program and celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates during their academic careers,” said Max VanLaningham, ICC Dean of Student Services. “My staff and I enjoy our students and it will be sad to say ‘Good-bye’ to this class but we’re proud of what they have accomplished and we know they will be equally successful after the graduation.”

Students earning recognition during the ceremony for their outstanding academic achievement include five sophomores who have been exemplary examples of student success. Abiy Ghirmay, Jennifer Middleton, Christopher Simwinga, Kristi Welch and Xiaxhi Zhang will all be recognized with the coveted Ralph Pearson Scholarship Award. The Dr. Richard M. Taylor Award for Most Inspirational Student will be announced during the morning’s presentations.

Degrees and awards are as follows: AA - Associate of Arts Degree; AS - Associate of Science Degree; AGS - Associate of General Studies Degree; AAS - Associate of Applied Science Degree; CIT- Computer Information Technology; LTC – Long-Term Care Certificate; MOS – Medical Office Specialist; NTC – Nail Tech Certificate; and OTC – Office Tech Certificate.

ICC’s 2011 graduates have been announced as: Tara Pierce, AA, Altamont, KS; Sandra Shears, AAS, Altamont, KS; Mary Keith, NTC, Altoona, KS; Michael Gooding, AA, Augusta, KS; Jessica Waggoner, AS, Baldwin City, KS; Michelle Tosh, AS, Caney, KS; Brandon Blackburn, AA, Cherryvale, KS; Kenan Booe, AS, Cherryvale, KS; Carol Corle, CIT, Cherryvale, KS; Melissa Hallbauer, AS, Cherryvale, KS; Krista Jones, NTC, Cherryvale, KS; Austin Smith, AS, Cherryvale, KS; Gary Thornton, AGS/LTC, Cherryvale, KS; Jerry Wallace, AGS, Cherryvale, KS; Taniena Whittley, AS, Cherryvale, KS.

Tashaquelinna Crow, NTC, Coffeyville, KS; April Nelson, AS, Coffeyville, KS; Kelsey Walters, AS, Dennis, KS; Daniel "Kolby" Montross, AS, Edna, KS; Kimberly High, AAS/MOS, Elk City, KS; Amberlyn Strasburg, AS, Elk City, KS; Jessie Murphy, AA, Elk Falls, KS; Katelyn Moyer, AS, Emporia, KS; Jose Rios, AS, Emporia, KS; Jennifer Walker, AS, Fredonia, KS; Donna Madison, AS, Howard, KS.

Danielle Allison, AGS, Independence, KS; Melissa Ashford, AS, Independence, KS; Brandy Carter, AS, Independence, KS; Susan Chambers, AAS, Independence, KS; Sarah Coder, IWP, MOS, Independence, KS; Christopher Dent, AA, Independence, KS; Ryan Dierks, AS, Independence, KS; Sandra Dungey, LTC, Independence, KS; Jeff Fowler, LTC, Independence, KS; Amanda Frederiksen, AA, Independence, KS; Taryn Freeman, AS, Independence, KS; Christina Gomez, AA, Independence, KS; Matthew Graves, AS, Independence, KS.

Eric Hardy, AA, Independence, KS; Ginger Hare, AA, Independence, KS; Ursula Henson, LTC, Independence, KS; Jackie Hise, AS, Independence, KS; Ray Hise, LTC, Independence, KS; Rebecca Ivey, AAS, Independence, KS; Allison Lumm, AAS, Independence, KS; Amanda Matthews, AS, Independence, KS; Kelsie Meier, AS, Independence, KS; Jennifer Middleton, AS, Independence, KS; Stewart Monson, AS, Independence, KS; Stacy Oyler, NTC – Nail Tech Certificate, Independence, KS; Michelle Packard, AS, Independence, KS; Rhonda Pate, LTC, Independence, KS; Olivia Phillips, AS, Independence, KS.

Coral Pinon, AA, Independence, KS; Jeff Roark, AA, Independence, KS; Benjamin Roberts, AS, Independence, KS; Tamara Schicke, AS, Independence, KS; Seth Schrag, AA, Independence, KS; Kathleen Scott, AAS/OTC, Independence, KS; Brian Simon, AA, Independence, KS; Dino Smith, AS, Independence, KS; Sondra Smith, AS, Independence, KS; Autumn Stroble, AA, Independence, KS; Nicole Taylor, AGS, Independence, KS; Tonia Taylor, AS, Independence, KS; Manda Tilley, LTC, Independence, KS; Monica Wallace, AA, Independence, KS; Zach Webb, AA, Independence, KS; Malinda Williams, AA, Independence, KS; Brandi Wright, AA, Independence, KS.

Ricky Jacobs, AS, Junction City, KS; Lavelle Maddox, AA, Kansas City, KS; Byron Roath, AS, Kansas City, KS; Keith Slowter, AS, Kansas City, KS; Anthony Downing, AS, Lawrence, KS; Courtney Osborn, AS, Lawrence, KS; Charles North, LTC, Longton, KS; Abbey Frazier, AS, Louisburg, KS; Christopher, McJunkins, AS, Mission, KS; Amanda Fenech, AS, Neodesha, KS; Wanda Fink, AS, Neodesha, KS; Melissa Larsh, AGS, Neodesha, KS; Michelle Newberry, LTC, Neodesha, KS; Ramo Taylor, AS, Neodesha, KS; Crystal Waggoner, AS, Neodesha, KS.

Monica Sherraden, AA, Olathe, KS; Drew Beisel, AS, Oskaloosa, KS; Madison Roelfs, AS, Ozawkie, KS; Garryl Darkis, AS, Parsons, KS; Cody Maloney, AS, Pleasanton, KS; Hannah JuAire, AS, Salina, KS; Kristi Welch, AA, Thayer, KS; Taylor Floyd, AS, Topeka, KS; Casey Pierce, AS, Topeka, KS; Lee Wenger, AS, Topeka, KS; Elaine Tastove, AS, Westphalia, KS; Gregory Blackman, AS, Wichita, KS; Darius Crosby, AS, Wichita, KS; Selwyn Frazier, AS, Wichita, KS; Wayne King, AS, Wichita, KS; Ryan Scherer, AS, Wichita, KS; Richard Simon, AS, Wichita, KS.

Stephen Houston, AS, Littlerock, AR; James Baker, AA, Deerfield Beach, FL; Mike Jeune, AGS, Jacksonville, FL; Andre Hobbs, AS, Sarasota, FL; Brodrick Waters, AS, Sarasota, FL; Nicholas Chartain, AS, New Orleans, LA; Brandon Haskin, AS, New Orleans, LA; Aaron Wallace, AS, Fairmount Heights, MD; Thomas Staton, AA, Southfield, MI; Tyler Hill, AA, Lee's Summit, MO; Dakota Gelsheimer, AS, Springfield, MO; Candace Adams, AS, St. Louis, MO; Ryan Jackson, AS, Troy, MO; Dixie Atkins, AA, Webb City, MO; Roy Harvison, AGS, Columbus, OH.

Melanie McCallister, AS, Bartlesville, OK; Taryn McCallister, AA, Bartlesville, OK; Brandon Smith, AS, Bartlesville, OK; Anthony Tucker, AS, Bartlesville, OK; Catherine Varela, AS, Bartlesville, OK; Casey Wooley, AS, Cache, OK; Megan McCall , AA, Claremore, OK; Nicole Keck, AS, Dewey, OK; Shane Lofts, AS, South Coffeyville, OK; Allison Love, AS, Tulsa, OK; Ashley Love , AS, Tulsa, OK; Christina Payden, AS, Tulsa, OK.

Darius Lewis, AS, Fresno, TX; Colin Stephens, AA, Arlington, WA; Abiy Ghirmay, AGS, Addis Abab, Ethiopia; Binh Vu, AA, Da Nang, Vietnam; Xiazhi Zhang, AS, Guang zhou, China; Liene Priede, AS, Latvia; Seungin Baek, AS, Republic of Korea.

Certificates completed in the 2010-2011 school year include: CNA – Certified Nurse Aide; CMA – Certified Medication Aide; HHA – Home Health Aide; LTC – Long-Term Care; EMT – Emergency Medical Technician; EMTB - Emergency Medical Technician Basic; EMTI - Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate.

ICC students completing certificate training in ICC’s Allied Health programs during the year and their certificate(s) include:

Jean Routh, CNA, Altoona, KS; Cory Ruby, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Altoona, KS; Lisa Chism, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Benedict, KS; Tina Egan, CNA, Caney, KS; Gary Harris, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Caney, KS; Nikolas Caresio, EMTI, Cherryvale, KS; Trevis Freeman, CNA, Cherryvale, KS; Barbara Hogan, CMA, Cherryvale, KS; Tonja Housel, HHA, EMTB, Cherryvale, KS; Kathleen Russell, EMTB, Cherryvale, KS; Christine Smith-Allison, CNA, Cherryvale, KS; Misty Sunday, EMTB, Cherryvale, KS; Lisa Taylor, HHA, Cherryvale, KS; Gary Thornton, CNA, HHA, Cherryvale, KS; Marshall Wagoner, CNA, Cherryvale, KS; Pat Washburn, HHA, Cherryvale, KS; Taylor Westhoff, CMA, Cherryvale, KS; Melissa White, CNA, Cherryvale, KS.

Michele Ruggles, CNA, Coffeyville, KS; Amanda Yeubanks, EMTB, Coffeyville, KS; Katie Gericke, EMTB, Dearing, KS; Cody Lear, EMTB, Edna, KS; Jessica Baty, EMTB, Elk City, KS; Ashleigh Daniels, CNA, Elk City, KS; Melissia Hedges, CNA, Elk City, KS; Kimberly High, CNA, Elk City, KS; Nancy Kirk, CMA, Elk City, KS; Whitney Mitchell, CNA, Elk Falls, KS; Ashley Severs, CNA, Fall River, KS.

Clay Crisswell, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Fredonia, KS; Ronda Cunningham, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Amber Figgins, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Paula Johnson, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Myrna Lemire, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Katelyn Lockhart, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Shawn Morgan, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Shelley O'Neal, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Elizabeth Payne, CMA, Fredonia, KS; Annette Puckett, CNA, CMA, Fredonia, KS; Robert Reed, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Fredonia, KS; Tiffany Schoonover, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Crystal Shelton, CNA, Fredonia, KS; Rosa Speaks, CNA, CMA, Fredonia, KS.

Susan Al-Bureni, CNA, CMA, Independence, KS; Michael Banks, EMTB, EMTI, Independence, KS; Heather Bean, CNA, Independence, KS; Sheila Bean, CNA, Independence, KS; Matthew Bennett, EMTB, Independence, KS; Macy Blankenship, CNA, Independence, KS; Zachary Bryant, EMTB, Independence, KS; Shayla Burnett, CNA, Independence, KS; Courtney Burns, CNA, HHA, Independence, KS; Elizabeth Cantrell, CNA, Independence, KS; Haley Carpenter, CMA, Independence, KS; Ashley Clift, CNA, Independence, KS.

Danielle Cooley, CNA, Independence, KS; Carol Correia, CMA, Independence, KS; Brittany Daniels, CNA, Independence, KS; Kaylee Doub, CNA, Independence, KS; Sandra Dungey, HHA, Independence, KS; Natasha Dunn, CNA, Independence, KS; Susan Eisenhart, CMA, Independence, KS; Trisha Ellis, HHA, Independence, KS; Ramona Foster, EMTB, Independence, KS; Jeffery Fowler, CNA, CMA, HHA, EMTB, Independence, KS; John Francoeur, HHA, Independence, KS; Melissa Geldenhuys, CNA, Independence, KS.

Christina Gomez, CNA, Independence, KS; Angel Gonzalez-Castillo, CNA, Independence, KS; Eldon Graham, CNA, Independence, KS; Ursula Henson, HHA, CMA, LTC, Independence, KS; Ray Hise, CNA, HHA, Independence, KS; Tabitha Holler, CMA, Independence, KS; Brooke Hufschmid, EMTB, Independence, KS; Stephanie Jones, CNA, CMA, Independence, KS; Christopher Jordan, EMTB, Independence, KS; Cortney Knight, CNA, Independence, KS; Shawna Lucas, CNA, Independence, KS; Molly Mangan, CNA, Independence, KS; Gabriel Marceleno, CNA, Independence, KS.

Dafne Marquez, CNA, Independence, KS; Angela Mathews, CMA, HHA , Independence, KS; Ryan McDiarmid, CNA, Independence, KS; Jason McManus, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Independence, KS; Katrina McMullen, CNA, Independence, KS; Kelsie Meier, CNA, Independence, KS; Cheyenne Mero, CNA, Independence, KS; Elisha Miles-Drake, CMA, Independence, KS; Reba Morrow, HHA, Independence, KS; Cali Nutt, CNA, Independence, KS; Rhonda Pate, CMA, HHA, LTC, Independence, KS; Anita Peck, CNA, Independence, KS; Teresa Prather, EMTB, Independence, KS.

Sarah Purdunn, CNA, CMA, HHA, Independence, KS; Jacqualyn Ruggles, CNA, HHA, Independence, KS; Levi Sack, EMTB, Independence, KS; Jennifer Jo Schad, EMTB, Independence, KS; Nikki Stewart, CNA, Independence, KS; Amanda Sutton, CNA, Independence, KS; Tonia Taylor, CNA, CMA, HHA, Independence, KS; Manda Tilley, CNA, Independence, KS; Melisa Welch, EMTB, Independence, KS; Alexis White, CNA, Independence, KS; Sandra Nichols, CNA, Longton, KS; Alan Hucke, EMTB, Mound Valley, KS; Chet Mellington, EMTB, Mound Valley, KS; Sandra Scott, EMTI, Mound Valley, KS.

Carly Arnold, HHA, Neodesha, KS; Lisa Baughman, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Cricket Blevens, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Keenan Fyfe, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Samantha Good, HHA, Neodesha, KS; Wendy Henderson, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Lyndsey Johnson, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Bailey Labarr, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Valerie McClellan, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Ian McKellar, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Michelle Newberry, CNA, HHA, CMA, LTC, Neodesha, KS; Lacie Pierce, EMTB, EMT, EMTI, Neodesha, KS; Lisa Shoop, CNA, HHA, Neodesha, KS; Gerald Simmons, EMTB, Neodesha, KS; Phoenocia Stoldt, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Sherri Terrell, CMA, Neodesha, KS; Shannon Waldron, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Johnie Wheeler, CNA, Neodesha, KS; Sunne Woldum, CNA, Neodesha, KS.

Crystal White, CNA, HHA, Ottawa, KS; Katherine Cosby, CNA, Parsons, KS; Shawn Johnston, EMTB, Parsons, KS; Brittni Murphy, EMTB, Parsons, KS; Joseph Shallington, EMTB, Parsons, KS; Dorthy Porter, CNA, Peru, KS; Amber Rodriguez, CNA, CMA, Peru, KS; Emily Mills, CNA, HHA, CMA, Sycamore, KS; Amanda Gawith, CMA, Tescott, KS; Kimberly Whittley, EMTB, Thayer, KS; Brooke Gaston, CNA, Tyro, KS; Nathan Dagley, EMTI, Joplin, MO; and Christina Coleman, CNA, Mands, OK.

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*Editor’s Note – There are 137 degreed graduates and 171 Allied Health certificate awardees.

William Kelly named ICC’s Outstanding Alumna 2011

Independence Community College’s 2011 Graduation Ceremony will be celebrated on Saturday, May 7th. ICC’s spring commencement will be held at 10 a.m. at Memorial Hall in Independence. Highlights of the ceremony include an address by ICC’s 2011 Outstanding Alumnus William J. Kelly. President Dr. Daniel A. Bain will preside over the ceremonies with the ICC Board of Trustees; Travis Githens, Interim Dean of Instruction; and Max VanLaningham, Dean of Students; and Karen Roush, faculty member and Phi Theta Kappa Sponsor. The featured student speaker will be Christopher Simwinga, the 2011 Ralph Pearson Scholarship Award Winner.

The graduation festivities will be followed by a post–commencement reception. The public is welcome to attend the celebration with the graduates and their families, faculty and honored guests.

William J. Kelly was born in 1950 at Independence, KS. He attended local schools graduating from St. Andrew’s Catholic School in 1964 and Independence High School in 1968. Following his graduation from Independence Community College in 1970, he attended Pittsburg State University, graduating in 1972. He was admitted to Washburn University School of Law at Topeka and as a student there was employed by the Kansas Revisor of Statutes as a law clerk. He graduated from law school in 1975 and returned to Independence to practice law. In 1975 he established the Kelly Law Office and has continued to practice law since that time. For over 30 years, Kelly has served as Municipal Court Judge and is currently serving as Municipal Court Judge for the cities of Independence and Neodesha.

Kelly and his wife, Theresa, a native of Topeka, were married in 1974 at Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka. They have five adult children and seven grandchildren.

ICC Sports Award Assembly Set for May 5th

Independence Community College honors the accomplishments of the Pirate Student Athletes on May 5th at the annual Sports Awards Assembly and Dessert Buffet. The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 5, in the Community Room of ICC West, located at 2615 W. Main.

During the celebration the College’s athletic teams and their respective student athletes will be recognized for their contributions to the ICC athletic programs. Awards for individual outstanding performance will be presented by the coaches.

The evening will begin at 7:00 p.m. when the dessert buffet, featuring an array of desserts, opens. The recognition assembly will follow shortly thereafter.

The public is invited to participate in both the dessert buffet and the ceremony. Advance tickets for the dessert buffet are $5.00 and will be available through the Athletic Department by calling Rita Carinder at 332-5481 or emailing rcarinder@indycc.edu. Advance reservations are needed to maintain a count for planning the desserts.

2nd Trustee Candidate Forum Slated for ICC Campus

Ben Seel, Independence Community College Political Science Professor, has announced a Board of Trustee Candidates Forum for students, staff and community members on Tuesday, March 29th. The event will be held in the William Inge Theatre on beginning at 5:00 p.m. with a casual meet and greet. The formal platform speeches will begin at 5:30 p.m. followed by a reception and informal discussions at approximately 6:45 p.m.

“I’ve invited all nine of the candidates to the public forum on the ICC campus where they can introduce themselves and share their thoughts with our students, employees of the College, and the general public,” said Seel, who will serve as host and emcee for the evening. “This event is being sponsored by the Political Science Department because many people on campus are interested in meeting our candidates in person.”

The nine candidates are vying for three board positions and will be on the April 5th general election ballot for registered voters living in the northern half of Montgomery County.

Each candidate has been asked to bring a one page document listing their qualifications for the board, their platform, and any other information that whey will want voters to have about their candidacy. A list of questions was included and the candidates’ information and answers will be compiled into information packets for those attending the forum.

During the public forum, each candidate will have several minutes to address the audience. “After all the candidates speak, we will take a short recess and then move into a Q&A session. Members of the audience will be allowed to direct a question to a specific candidate and the candidate will have up to two minutes to respond; one other candidate will be given the opportunity for a one minute rebuttal/extension. There will be time allotted for one direct question per candidate,” added Seel.

For more information about the forum, contact Seel at either bseel@indycc.edu or 620-332-5464.

Scuba Kansas this Spring with ICC

Scuba Diving is back by popular demand this spring at Independence Community College. Whether you’re looking ahead for adventure in exotic locales or fulfilling a thirst for knowledge, Scuba Diving will begin at ICC Tuesday March 29th.

Master Scuba Instructor Grady Weston, of Extreme Sports of Joplin, will be teaching the class on Tuesday nights on ICC’s Main Campus in room AC101 of the Academic Building. The class meets from 6:30-9:30 p.m. through May 12th.

Students of the class will obtain the knowledge and skills necessary for safe and enjoyable scuba diving in lakes, bays, and oceans. Students learn principles of diving physics and physiology, selection and maintenance of equipment, and safe diving practices. In addition to pool training, students will participate in five open water scuba dives and upon completion will qualify for SDI Open Water certification

The two-credit hour course training will be divided into two parts. The first three sessions will be held in AC101 of the Academic Building. Enrollment is open to anyone aged 13 and up who is interested in getting open water scuba certification for both fresh and salt water diving. Cost of this course including books, tuition, college fees, instructional supplies, scuba boots, and diving fees is approximately $350. Students may contact the college or enroll the first night of class.

Following successful completion of the course, an open water certification will be held for students at Beaver Lake in Arkansas.

For more information, contact Travis Githens, Director of Evening and Outreach Programs, at (620) 332-5420 or email Tgithens@indycc.edu.

Bread Making Topic of New Class

A Bread Making Class has been added to the Mid-Semester Course line up at Independence Community College. The hands-on instructional sessions are laid out in three evening classes beginning on March 28th and continuing on April 4th and 11th.

“Hands-on yeast bread is the study topic,” said instructor Patty Wolfe, who teaches ICC’s popular Cake Decorating classes. “We’ll study white and whole wheat breads, cinnamon rolls, raisin bread, and, time permitting, may work with yeast doughnuts and different shaped dinner rolls. My plan is to have some product ready to bake so students can see what it looks like at each stage of the process and we’ll be using the oven to bake during class so they can see the finished product.”

She went on to add that the students will learn bread baking skills and get success tips, in addition to the experience of stirring up their own dough, kneading, and letting it rise. Each student will be making their own dinner rolls and small loaves of bread.

Wolfe will be teaching in the Community Room Kitchen of ICC West from 6:30-9:00 p.m. Cost is $25.00 and can be paid on the first night of class. Minimal supplies will need to be purchased and the supply list will be distributed at the first session.

For more information, call (620) 332-5433 or email asmith@indycc.edu

"School House Rock, Live!" Opens Friday

The Independence College Music Department will present School House Rock, Live! opens this weekend on the William Inge Theater stage. The Emmy Award winning television hit of the 1970s will come to life again on the stage of the William Inge Theater March 4, 5 and 6.

The fast paced musical is a fun adaptation of the popular educational cartoon that taught everything from grammar, math and to government using quirky characters and song. The show will be presented Friday and Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. with a special Sunday matinee at 2:30 p.m.

The show is being presented at ICC under the musical direction of Eric Rutherford and Lisa Kramer with a cast of talented ICC students. General seating tickets are: $8 for adults; $4 for children. ICC faculty, staff and students with college IDs will be admitted free of charge. The production is of course suitable for all ages.

Reservations now being accepted for Pirate Preview Day

Reservations for Independence Community College’s Pirate Preview Day are now being accepted. Pirate Preview Day for high school seniors and their parents will be held on ICC’s main campus on Friday, March 11th from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. An optional Financial Aid Workshop is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. All interested seniors and parents are invited to attend and each attending student will be awarded a $100 scholarship for use in Fall 2011 classes.

Events of the day include meeting faculty members and learning about ICC’s academic programs, student organizations and activities, campus tour, information about student support services and student organizations and activities. A scavenger hunt will also be conducted and prizes will be awarded. Lunch will be provided for participants and their parents.

Pirate Preview Day is a way for students and their families to learn about ICC’s many academic programs, learn the ins and outs of financial aid and apply now for fall scholarships, while boosting students confidence as they prepare for their college experience.

Instructors will be on hand to meet the guests, pass out departmental information and to answer any questions that students/parents may have. Departments and organizations participating include: Student Support Services, Admissions, The Inge Center for the Arts, Library Services, Fine Arts, Vet Tech Program, Financial Aid, Communications, Foreign Languages, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, the ICC Student Ambassadors, Athletics, Academic Advising, Housing, Freshman Seminar, Fusion and the Business Office.

To attend Pirate Preview Day, students must pre-register by contacting the Welcome Desk in Student Services by calling 1-800-842-6063, ext. 5472 or (620) 332-5472. Registrations can also be made by emailing Rebeka Crawford, Administrative Assistant to the Dean of Students, at Rcrawford@indycc.edu.

Advanced Training Available for Working EMTs beginning March 1st

Advanced Emergency Medical Tech training is being offered at Independence Community College beginning March 1st. The three-month class opens the door for additional earning potential for licensed EMTs seeking increased skills and training for job advancement.

This course includes instruction in IV therapy, blood draws, and advanced airway skills along with additional leadership skills in the field of pre-hospital emergency care. The course includes 30 hours of clinical application at EMS and the hospital. Successful completion will allow the student to challenge the Kansas State Registry Exam. Students must hold a current EMT certification to enroll in this class.

Sue Manning will instruct the six-credit hour class on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00-10:00 p.m. from March 1st, through June 2nd. Classes will meet in the EMT Classroom at ICC West, 2615 W. Main, in Room ICCW105.

The ICC’s EMT program completers have an excellent pass rate with 100% for Advanced EMT and a 90% state board pass rate for the EMT training. For more information, call Denise Clark, Allied Health Coordinator, at (620) 332-5498.

Cast Gathers for “Community 24-Hour Plays”

Media Contact: Bruce Peterson (620) 331-4100, ext. 4216

Numerous area residents take on the artistic challenge to create original short new plays at the Annual Independence Area Community 24 Hour Plays performing Saturday, January 29, at 8:00 p.m., in the William Inge Theatre at Independence Community College.

The event is sponsored by the William Inge Center for the Arts at Independence Community College. Admission is $5 adults and $2 students.

Community members will participate as actors, directors, playwrights and backstage help. The initial list of anticipated community participants, along with some ICC students, include: Sherri Allen, Caleb Bechtle, Lauren Bell, Rich Browning, Marcia Carvalho, Vanessa Dennis, Michael Fienen, Jim Fischer, Peggy Forsberg, Jill Huggins, Jonna Jarnagin, Callie Kays, Lily Morgan, and Leslie Anne Padilla.

Liz Reynolds, Lavinia Roberts, Deb Sandoval, Keith Shepard, Jordan Shapley, Joel Simwinga, John Lloyd Stafford, Adrienne Thompson, Allen Twichell, Matt Wallis, Asa Walker, Zach Webb, Zach Webb the younger, Dan Williams, and Tony Wood.

There remain possible openings for additional assistant directors and technicians and some actors. Please call the Inge Center at (620) 332-5492 for more information.

The plays are appropriate for ages 13 and older.

The event is conducted in partnership with the 24 Hour Play Company of New York. The Inge Center sponsors two similar events in the fall—the High School 24 Hour Plays and the College 24 Hour Plays. The Community 24 Hour Plays were formed to allow for more local residents to participate in the “24 Hour Plays” experience.

The Inge Center is named for the late William Inge, the Pulitzer Prize (“Picnic”) and Oscar (“Splendor in the Grass”) winning writer who was born and raised in Independence. The Inge Center for the Arts is supported in part by major grants from the Kansas Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, the Hallmark Corporation and the Dramatists Guild of New York.

For more information regarding the Community 24 Hour Plays, or other Inge Center activities, contact the Center at (620) 332-5492 or visit www.ingecenter.org.