February 26, 2016
Story by Brandon Steinert
Barton Community College has continued to defy shrinking enrollment trends experienced by other Kansas community colleges, and by no small margin. Barton grew by more than 20 percent since 2010.
May 6, 2016
Story by Brandon Steinert
Nancy Wiebe resigned from the position of Executive Director of Institutional Advancement on Wednesday. The resignation is effective June 30, though cessation of duties is immediate.
The Barton Performing Arts Department will host its annual “Autumn Arts” sneak preview concert at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 7 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Admission is free.
Barton Community College’s annual literary publication, “Prairie Ink”, has begun accepting entries for its 17th edition.
The annual Bill McKown Masquerade Ball will return this year with live music, food, wine, and a costume contest from 6-9 p.m. Oct. 10 in the Shafer Gallery.
Barton Community College invites the public to participate in a series of free computer and digital literacy classes offered throughout October, including two new courses through a partnership with Nex-Tech Wireless.
Barton Community College will help area high school seniors plan for their futures at Senior Day, starting at 9 a.m. Nov. 19, with a sign-up deadline of Nov. 1.
Barton Community College and the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce will host the fourth annual “After Hours” event from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 21 at Camp Aldrich, featuring cinnamon rolls, cider, chili, wine and beer, and multiple giveaways.
Barton Community College will host a blood drive from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. Oct. 2 in the Case New Holland Lab, Room T-186 (northeast corner of campus). Donors will be able to sign up for a $10 Amazon e-gift card from the American Red Cross.
As of Tuesday, September 9th, the drought monitor report indicates no change except the little bit of increased in North Central and Northeast Kansas.