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May 17, 2017
Story and photo by Micah Oelze

The Shafer Gallery will host an opening reception for the exhibit “Mages’ Marine Marvels” by James Mages at 6 p.m. May 25. The show will run through July 19. The exhibit consists of dramatically stylized fish crafted in cast bronze, stainless steel, aluminum and wood surrounded by boldly patterned brilliantly colored posters.

Mages, who earned a Master of Fine Arts in Drawing from Fort Hays State University, has created a visual environment inspired by his passion for sea creatures.

Source: Deana Core, 785-532-6318

MANHATTAN — Kansas State University has been recognized as a member of Phi Theta Kappa’s Transfer Honor Roll for providing exemplary programs, initiatives and benefits for community college transfers.

Great Bend Tribune
Published May 14, 2017

Before starting today’s column, a very Happy Mothers’ Day to every mother reading this.  Secondly, the area is in full graduation mode so congratulations to all those graduating from high school and college.  Barton Community College’s ceremony was this past Friday up on the hill with ceremonies soon to come at Fort Riley and Fort Leavenworth.  Good luck in your future endeavors.

May 15, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze

Barton Community College will be closed Monday, May 29 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 August 4. 

Story by Micah Oelze
Photos by Brandon Steinert

Corrigan Bartlett of Maize and Ezekiel Charles of Brooklyn, New York were named Barton Community College’s 2017 Outstanding Graduates.  Dean of Student Services Angie Maddy introduced them and presented their awards, after which they took the opportunity to address their fellow graduates during the college’s 47th commencement ceremony Friday.

May 12, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
Photo by Brandon Steinert

Five Barton instructors earned the Distinguished Instructor Award for the 2016-2017 school year for their efforts in the classroom.

The winners are:

Ed Johnson, Sociology Instructor at the Barton County Campus – Full Time

Glenna Gaunt, Private Voice Instructor at the Barton County Campus – Part Time

Karly Little, Adjunct English Instructor for BARTonline.

May 12, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
Photo by Brandon Steinert

The Barton Community College Foundation honored Gary Burke with the 2017 Distinguished Service Award during Barton’s 47th commencement Friday.   

The Distinguished Service Award was created in 1981 by the Barton Community College Foundation to recognize individuals who have shown genuine regard for, and have performed outstanding service to Barton Community College. The Barton Foundation Board of Directors selects the recipient from nominations received.

May 12, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze

Barton recognizes Student Ambassadors of the Year

Barton Community College has announced its 2016-17 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 Kendra Jellison of Topeka and Megan Jirak of Marion. 

May 10, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze
Courtesy photos submitted

Barton Community College has announced the winners of its Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest.  The winners are as follows: Allison Peak, Sophie Oss and Thiipong Homuen. Each winner received a $100 Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development gift certificate.
 

May 10, 2017
Story by Micah Oelze

The Barton Community College Theatre Department will host open auditions for its upcoming summer performance of “The Contrast” 4-6:30 p.m. May 17 and 18 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.

“The Contrast” is a musical based on the first American comedy of the same name written in 1787 by Royall Tyler. “The Contrast” takes a satirical look at the first Americans working to define American culture while still living and enjoying the British lifestyle.