May 15, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Barton Community College will be closed Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day.
The college is now on summer hours. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The college will be closed on Fridays through July 26.
May 13, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photos submitted
The Shafer Art Gallery will host an opening reception for the Kansas Educators: In the Collection exhibit at 6 p.m. May 16 and will feature works from Birger Sandzen, Harry Krug and Mick Jilg. Gallery director remarks and artist talks will begin at 6:45. Refreshments will be served.
Great Bend Tribune
Published April 28, 2019
May 10, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert
Four Barton instructors earned the Distinguished Instructor Award for the 2018-2019 school year for their efforts in the classroom.
The winners are:
Ange Davied – BARTonline
Mark Shipman – Fort Riley Campus
Lawrence Weber – Grandview Plaza Campus
Stephanie Joiner – Barton County Campus
May 10, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert
Kieora Nichols of Jacksonville, N.C. and Nolan Riley of Augusta were named Barton Community College’s 2019 Outstanding Graduates. Dean of Student Services Angie Maddy introduced them and presented their awards during the college’s 49th commencement ceremony Friday.
May 10, 2019
Story and photo by Joe Vinduska
Barton Community College has announced its 2018-19 Brant J. Ballhorst Student Ambassador of the Year awards. Named in memory of Brant J. Ballhorst, the award recognizes two outstanding Student Ambassadors each year. The winners this year were Delaney Smith of Hoisington and Joanna Lockwood of Hoisington.
May 10, 2019
Story and photo by Brandon Steinert
Barton Community College will offer transitioning Fort Riley Soldiers, Veterans and family members with DOD ID cards, a grant-funded two-week certificate program at no cost to participants.
The Hazardous Waste Worker Training (HWWT) program gives Soldiers credentials to help them find work after their tenure in the US Army ends. The next course is set from June 3-14 at Barton’s campus near Junction City: 100 Continental Ave, Grandview Plaza, Kan. which is just north of I-70 at exit 299.
May 8, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy photo submitted
Barton Community College is hosting auditions for its dance company, Barton Dance Theater, at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 in Studio 34, located in the Sunflower housing units on Barton’s campus.
Members of Barton Dance Theater will experience trips with the company to perform in diverse venues, attend workshops and see dance concerts live. With this time set aside, students can focus on the art form of dance in the styles of modern-contemporary, jazz and ballet.
May 8, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photo Submitted
Barton Community College’s 49th commencement is set for 7 p.m. Friday, May 10, in the Barton Gymnasium. The ceremony will be following a shorter format this year. There will be no official speaker.
After brief comments from President Dr. Heilman, Vice President of Student Services Angie Maddy will present the 2019 Outstanding Graduate awards to Kieora Nichols and Nolan Riley.
May 7, 2019
Law enforcement may be in Keaton Goering’s blood, but family history isn’t the only factor that influences his new career. Goering’s grandfather was in law enforcement for five decades and his father was a detective. However, his experiences at Barton Community College have kept him motivated.
The new Barton County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) patrol deputy successfully completed Barton’s Criminal Justice curriculum and is scheduled to attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center this summer.
