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Barton Community College Welding Program Alum Finds Fulfilling Job at Local Company

Wednesday, January 17

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Ellinwood resident and Barton Welding Program alum Devin Christiansen gets to work each day, puts on her safety gear at her station, and once she pulls down her welding helmet all the distractions of... Read More.

Hutchinson Community College Board Elects 2024 Leadership

Tuesday, January 16

By HutchCC News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The January meeting of the Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees began with the Board welcoming the members of the College’s eSports team. The team, coached by Kelsey Dame and Anthony Lyons, is comprised of fourteen members who compete... Read More.

Bethany College Receives Historic $10 Million Gift from Roy and Donice ’73 Applequist

Friday, January 12

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — On Friday, January 12, Interim President Steve Eckman announced a substantial ten-year gift of $10 million from longtime supporters Roy and Donice '73 Applequist, marking a historic contribution to Bethany College.In a heartfelt expression of dedication to Bethany... Read More.

Bethany College Announces Details for the 2024 Messiah Festival of the Arts

Wednesday, January 10

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN – The Bethany Oratorio Society invites all interested singers to join in the first rehearsal for the Messiah Festival on January 28 at 3 p.m. on the Presser Hall stage on the Bethany College Campus.The theme for this year's... Read More.

McPherson College Receives $2 Million Mabee Foundation Matching Grant

Monday, January 8

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College received a $2 million grant from the J.E. & L.E. Mabee Foundation. The grant will be directed toward the construction of the new Campus Commons. The Mabee Foundation grant comes following last year’s completion of the Building... Read More.

Bethany College Announces Appointment of Interim President, Dr. Steve Eckman

Friday, December 29

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN. — Bethany College is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Steve Eckman as the Interim President for the next 12-18 months. Currently serving as the Chancellor at York University in York, Nebraska, Dr. Eckman brings a wealth of... Read More.

Finalists Announced for Barton Community College Presidency

Wednesday, December 20

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College is pleased to announce the final two candidates in the search for the College’s next president. The search began in September when Dr. Carl Heilman announced his retirement effective June 30 after... Read More.

Michigan vs Alabama, Washington vs. Texas in College Football Playoff

Sunday, December 3

By Ralph D. Russo (AP) - The final season of the four-team College Football Playoff turned out to be the most controversial with an unprecedented snub.Michigan, Washington, Texas and Alabama were selected Sunday and Florida State became the first unbeaten Power Five conference champion to... Read More.

Unusual Art Exhibit at Sterling College

Monday, November 27

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — The latest art exhibition at the Sterling College Art Center Gallery does not feature watercolor or oil painting or even photography. Instead, the show will feature a variety of cartoon characters as well as video game imagery and even... Read More.

Bethany College Students Excel at National Association of Teachers of Singing, West Central Regional Conference

Monday, November 20

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. Nov. 16, 2023 – Three Bethany College students were selected as semi-finalists this month at the National Association of Teachers of Singing West Central Regional Conference (NATS) in Kearney, Neb. Gracie Gaskill, a senior Chemistry and Music Major from Lindsborg,... Read More.

Central Christian College of Kansas Celebrates Grand Opening of McKeown Fitness Court

Saturday, November 18

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Central Christian College of Kansas celebrated the grand opening of the McKeown Fitness Court with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 16.Joe Johnston, Central Christian College of Kansas Director of Advancement and McPherson Chamber of Commerce Ambassador welcomed... Read More.

Bethany College Receives a $500,000 Matching Fund

Wednesday, November 15

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — On November 14 – Bethany College recently hosted a service of celebration and thanksgiving to unveil a groundbreaking gift poised to profoundly shape the future of our cherished institution. An anonymous benefactor's immense generosity has bestowed upon the college... Read More.