February 26, 2016
Story by Brandon Steinert
Barton Community College has continued to defy shrinking enrollment trends experienced by other Kansas community colleges, and by no small margin. Barton grew by more than 20 percent since 2010.
May 6, 2016
Story by Brandon Steinert
Nancy Wiebe resigned from the position of Executive Director of Institutional Advancement on Wednesday. The resignation is effective June 30, though cessation of duties is immediate.
Barton Community College hosted approximately 110 higher education professionals from across Kansas Oct. 23 for the 2026 Kansas Corequisite Symposium, which focused on improving student success through innovative instructional practices and academic support.
22nd Annual Jack Kilby STEM Day highlighted pathways to STEM Careers
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Wed, 11/11/2026 - 13:21
Barton Community College welcomed more than 200 high school students from 19 schools to campus for the Annual Jack Kilby STEM Day (JKSD) on Nov. 6.
One of the most internationally renowned and iconic ballet productions will be brought to life as the Barton Dance program, in collaboration with Aly’s Dance Studio and dancers from around the region, presents “The Nutcracker for the Golden Belt” from Nov. 20-21 at 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. Nov. 22 in the Fine Arts Auditorium on the Barton campus.
Four Barton Community College music students earned honors at the Kansas Music Teachers Association (KMTA) and Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) State Competitions held recently at the University of Kansas in Lawrence, competing against collegiate musicians from institutions across the state.
Shafer Art Gallery to feature works by Glenn Zweygardt and Michael Jilg
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Fri, 11/06/2026 - 13:34
The Shafer Art Gallery at Barton Community College will host a free opening reception from 4-6 p.m. Nov. 13 for an exhibition featuring the work of sculptor Glenn Zweygardt and painter Michael Jilg. The exhibition will run through Dec. 12.
Barton Community College to host adult education classes in downtown Great Bend
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Tue, 11/03/2026 - 08:42
Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education is holding orientation days Nov. 9-12 with multiple times available in preparation for its next nine-week session of high school diploma classes, which will start Nov. 16 and 17, depending on which class sessions are signed up for.
Barton Community College will host student recitals at 5 p.m. Nov. 4, 18, and Dec. 2 in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel in the Fine Arts Building.