By Kevin Hunsperger
Published July 27, 2021Shawnee Community College Saints Softball recently signed Chandler Moss to the Lady Saints. Chandler is a Crittenden County High School graduate where she played for Coach Stephen Smith. She is the daughter of Ronnie and Christy Moss of Marion, Kentucky. Moss was named MVP, All-District tournament team, All-Region during her high school career.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published June 29, 2021Among those recognized for their achievements during the competition this year were two Shawnee Community College students. Kaitlyn May of Metropolis competed in The Business Communication category and brought home first place for the event. The Business Communication competitive event measures the appropriateness of business messages, including format and style based on proper Business English. May placed fifth place in the Job Interview competitive event, which entails preparing a Cover Letter and participating in a role-play interview.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published June 3, 2021One word, excited, that’s how SCC Athletic Director John Sparks describes his feeling about Coach Kyle Smith joining the Shawnee College Softball staff. “Coach Smith is a solid coach with extensive experience,” says Sparks.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published June 2, 2021Shawnee Community College leaders continue meetings with employees from the cannabis cultivation company aerīz to work out details for the budding partnership. The discussions taking place at the SCC Anna Extension Center are part of the initial introduction and planning phase for the two organizations to develop training and employment strategies for aerīz.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published May 20, 2021The new Medical Assistant Program provides online and face-to-face instruction and internship opportunities for enrolled students.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published May 18, 2021The 2021 PN Nurse Pinning Ceremony on Wednesday, May 19, at 6:00 pm in the Edward Smith Gymnasium located on SCC’s Main Campus in Ullin.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published May 5, 2021The Shawnee Community College’s Board of Trustees recently honored retiring members Ms. Cathy Belcher and Mr. Randall Rushing during the regular monthly meeting held on May 3rd in Ullin. SCC Board Chairman Mr. Steve Heisner read resolutions honoring them for their service to the college community.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published May 4, 2021Shawnee Community College students recently competed virtually at Southern Illinois University Carbondale’s 23rd annual Accounting Challenge. The School of Accountancy in SIU’s College of Business and Analytics sponsored the event for participants who tested their skills in individual and team competitions. The event, which took place virtually this year, includes a written accounting skills test followed by a creative team challenge that involves imaginative problem-solving contests.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published May 3, 2021Shawnee Community College faculty member and PTK Advisor Mr. Craig Bradley recently received a Phi Theta Kappa Distinguished Advisor Award at the 2021 Virtual Catalyst Convention. The Distinguished Advisor Award was one of only 21 awarded nationwide this year.
By Kevin Hunsperger
Published April 29, 2021The SCC Nu Alpha Alpha Chapter of Phi Beta Lambda and some of its members were recently recognized at the Phi Beta Lambda State Leadership Conference. As part of the closing session of the digital conference, the local chapter won several awards during including chapter and student distinctions.