May 19, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
Barton Community College will be closed Monday, May 25 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 31.
Great Bend Tribune
Published May 17, 2020
May 13, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
Barton Community College has created new class formats in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that students can have an uninterrupted educational experience regardless of the status of the pandemic. Barton plans to continue offering these various options for the fall semester as well if needed.
Barton is now offering the following formats:
LiveOnline – scheduled meeting time; all students participating via Zoom.
Barton has created new class types in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that students can have an uninterrupted educational experience regardless of the status of the pandemic. Barton is now offering the following formats:
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What is the CARES Act?
The CARES Act was passed by Congress to make funding available to students and institutions for expenses related to the disruption of campus operations.
May 8, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
Joanna Lockwood and Tana Yellowwolf of Hoisington were named Barton Community College’s 2020 Outstanding Graduates. Dean of Student Services Angie Maddy recognized them as part of Barton’s virtual commencement on Friday.
Joanna Lockwood
May 8, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
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Five Barton instructors earned the Distinguished Instructor Award for the 2019-2020 school year for their efforts in the classroom.
The winners are:
Emily Cowles – BARTonline
Gil Cloud – Fort Riley Campus
May 8, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
Courtesy Photos Submitted
Barton Community College has announced its 2019-20 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 Karsyn Smith of West Plains, Mo. and Joanna Lockwood of Hoisington.
May 8, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
May 7, 2020
Story by Joe Vinduska
Photo by Brandon Steinert
Barton Dance Theatre is offering a “Dancing for Mobility” class for adults looking to improve balance, strength, and body awareness while also learning a wide range of dance styles from the safety of their home. The six-week class meets from 1:30-2:40 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays starting Monday, May 11.