Former 91³Ô¹ÏÍø student-athlete and legendary volleyball coach 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Ray Bechard has been selected as the college’s Distinguished Alumni Award recipient following a coaching career that spanned more than four decades and left a lasting impact on collegiate athletics.
At 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s commencement Friday, the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Foundation presented the 2026 Distinguished Service Award to Kip and Kelly Spray, dedicated supporters whose longstanding generosity and service have made a meaningful impact on 91³Ô¹ÏÍø students and programs.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s 56th commencement is set for 7 p.m. May 15 in the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Gymnasium. The ceremony will also be live-streamed via the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø YouTube page at watch.bartonccc.edu
91³Ô¹ÏÍø student Kierra Eck has been selected as a Kansas Farm Bureau Collegiate Fellow for the 2026-27 academic year.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø hosted a President’s Forum in April, offering campus updates, a question-and-answer session with college leadership, and recognition of employees for their years of service.
Students taking lessons through 91³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Community Music School will host a recital at 3 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building.
91³Ô¹ÏÍø recently hosted a celebration honoring members of the All-Kansas Academic Team in the Cavanaugh Room on campus.
Emma King, Class of 2023, didn’t arrive at 91³Ô¹ÏÍø with a clear career plan, but she left with direction, confidence, and experiences that continue to shape her path
91³Ô¹ÏÍø has launched the 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Alumni and Friends Association, a new initiative designed to strengthen connections between graduates, former students, and the community while creating expanded opportunities for engagement, mentorship, and lifelong learning.
The 91³Ô¹ÏÍø Music Department will host its annual Endowment Concert to raise funds for music student scholarships at 6:30 p.m. May 12 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.