Barton Community College’s 54th commencement is set for 7 p.m. May 10 in the Barton Gymnasium. The ceremony will also be live-streamed via the Barton Facebook and YouTube pages.
When Barton Community College launched the Open Educational Resources (OER) initiative in 2018, the goal was to offer a full degree using the OER framework; that goal will become a reality this fall with the availability of the Low-Cost Degree Pathway.
Those wanting to help save lives and be a part of a vital industry can apply for Barton’s Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) programs now through July 31.
As members of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, Barton students have the opportunity to celebrate their academic achievements, but they also spend their time volunteering and finding ways to help others and this “May Day,” they’ve done just that by preparing “May Day Baskets” for those who could benefit from the uplifting tradition.
Barton Community College and Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) honored the achievements of LSCF residents at their annual learning celebration on April 10.
Barton’s Dance Department will host the “Moving in the Heartland” Dance Festival at 7 p.m. April 26 and 27 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. General admission tickets are five dollars at the door. Children and Barton students get in for free.
Barton Community College has announced its list of graduates who earned associate degrees or certificates for career training during the fall semester of 2023.
The Barton Music Department will host its annual Endowment Concert to raise funds for music student scholarships at 7:30 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
The Barton Foundation launched the ‘Grow With Us’ capital campaign almost two years ago, and with the finish line drawing near, the Foundation wants to give donors one more opportunity to be a part of the project.
The Barton Music Department will present a choral concert, which will also include special performances by the Barton Jazz Band at 7:30 p.m. April 18 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Admission is free.