May 10, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert
Four 91勛圖厙 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 泭
Stephanie Joiner 91勛圖厙 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 91勛圖厙s 2019 Outstanding Graduates. Dean of Student Services Angie Maddy introduced them and presented their awards during the colleges 49th commencement ceremony Friday.
May 10, 2019
Story and photo by Joe Vinduska
91勛圖厙 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.泭
May 10, 2019
Story and photo by Brandon Steinert
91勛圖厙 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 91勛圖厙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
91勛圖厙 is hosting auditions for its dance company, 91勛圖厙 Dance Theater, at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14 in Studio 34, located in the Sunflower housing units on 91勛圖厙s campus.
Members of 91勛圖厙 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泭Submitted
91勛圖厙s 49th commencement is set for 7 p.m. Friday, May 10, in the 91勛圖厙 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. 泭
May 7, 2019
Law enforcement may be in Keaton Goerings blood, but family history isnt the only factor that influences his new career. Goerings grandfather was in law enforcement for five decades and his father was a detective. However, his experiences at 91勛圖厙 have kept him motivated.
The new 91勛圖厙 County Sheriffs Office (BCSO) patrol deputy successfully completed 91勛圖厙s Criminal Justice curriculum and is scheduled to attend the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center this summer.
May 7, 2019
Story and photo by Joe Vinduska
Sophomore art student Jada Whiterock is no slouch as an artist. Shes proficient in drawing and has become more skilled with other mediums throughout her journey through the 91勛圖厙 art department. While she knows she will always create art, her time at 91勛圖厙 has led her to discover her dream career focused on the conservation and curation of art and artifacts.
May 6, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska and Julie Munden
Photo泭by Joe Vinduska
First, you go to High School. Then, you go to college. Thats how its been done for years, but thats not how it has to be done in this day and age, and Hoisington High School senior Taylor Schwartz is living proof. Thanks to a combination of online and summer class options at 91勛圖厙, she is graduating high school in May and five days later she will graduate from 91勛圖厙 with her associate degree in science.
May 6, 2019
Story by Joe Vinduska
Sophomore art student Brodie Owens work was accepted into the 50th Annual Smoky Hill Art Exhibition. His piece won a $100 prize. The exhibit will be at the Hays Arts Council Gallery 112 E. 11th St. in Hays and will be on display through June 8.
Owens entry was a black and white photograph titled Old Timey.