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�Ĳʿ�� 59th Annual Commencement Exercises May 18

Erin Bova — Wed, 08 May 2024 14:10:08 +0000

�Ĳʿ�� will hold its 59th annual commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 18, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. in the Field House on the Hillsboro campus.

Nearly 700 students are eligible to receive associate degrees or career and technical education certificates as the class of 2023. During the ceremony, 596 associate degrees and 95 career and technical certificates will be awarded. This year’s oldest graduate is 59 and youngest is 17.

Missouri Governor’s Student Leadership Forum

Erin Bova — Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:24:52 +0000

Samantha Strite was one of 80 collegiate students nominated to represent �Ĳʿ�� during the annual Missouri Governor’s Student Leadership Forum on Faith and Values held February 16-18, 2024, in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Dean's List Announced for Fall 2023

Erin Bova — Mon, 05 Feb 2024 22:07:44 +0000

�Ĳʿ�� Vice President of Student Services, Kimberly Harvey-Manus, has announced the Dean’s List for the Fall 2023 semester, containing the names of 766 students who earned the academic recognition.

Women's Cross Country Team Earns Second-Place Finish at Nationals

Erin Bova — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 20:27:20 +0000

In just the first year of having a Cross Country program at �Ĳʿ��, the Women’s team earned 71 points and placed second at the 2023 NJCAA Division III Cross Country Championship in Huntsville, Alabama.

Team members who participated in the race were Sadie Brandt, Reagan Edwards, Lauren Hartman, Sophia Miller, Lucero Orozco, Hanna Spoon, and Kenzie Fulliam.

The Vikings saw three student-athletes earn All-America honors.
1-5 Finishers = First Team, 6-10 = Second Team, 11-15 = Honorable Mention

9th: Reagan Edwards, Second Team

MCCA Award of Distinction Recipient, Dan Govero

Erin Bova — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 17:51:36 +0000

The College is proud to announce that Dan Govero received the 2023 Missouri Community College Association's Award of Distinction at the annual convention in Kansas City. According to the MCCA, this award is given to individuals who have demonstrated sustained service and commitment to their local community college. It is one of the highest honors MCCA bestows.

Laura Asinger Receives Missouri Pathfinder of the Year Award

Erin Bova — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 17:16:07 +0000

Congratulations to Laura Asinger, Hillsboro High School College and Career Counselor, for being recognized as the Missouri Pathfinder of the Year at the statewide MCCA Convention in Kansas City. This prominent award is presented to high school teachers and guidance counselors for their outstanding efforts in assisting students with their college-going plans.

2023 Retirees and Employees Recognized for Years of Service

Erin Bova — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 18:34:10 +0000

A group of 52 �Ĳʿ�� employees was recently recognized during a ceremony for their years of service to the College, students, and the surrounding community. Each honoree received a token of appreciation signifying their number of years served.

AEL Program Recognized for Excellence by Missouri Department of Education

Erin Bova — Mon, 03 Jul 2023 21:59:19 +0000

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) recently awarded the �Ĳʿ�� Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) program the AEL High Quality Award for exceptional student outcomes and program operations. DESE annually recognizes local programs that achieve outstanding student outcomes while maintaining a high degree of fiscal integrity in their program operations.

�Ĳʿ�� Dean’s List Announced for Spring 2023

Erin Bova — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 18:26:42 +0000

�Ĳʿ�� Vice President of Student Services, Kimberly Harvey-Manus, has announced the Dean’s List for the Spring 2023 semester, containing the names of 654 students who earned the academic recognition.

Board of Trustees 2023 Meeting Dates

Erin Bova — Thu, 05 Jan 2023 18:31:54 +0000

The �Ĳʿ�� Board of Trustees regularly meets in public session on the second Thursday of each month in the Administration Building Board Room on the Hillsboro campus.

Trustees include Steve Meinberg, President; Krystal Hargis, Vice President; Ron Scaggs; Gary Davis; Margie Passmore; and Retta "Susan" Tuggle.