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.
Friends and Acquaintances exhibition showcases Kansas artists at Shafer Gallery
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The Shafer Art Gallery at Barton Community College will host a free reception for its annual “Friends and Acquaintances” exhibition from 4 to 6 p.m. Sept. 11, celebrating the work of Kansas artists featured in the exhibition, which runs through Oct. 30.
Barton Community College Instructor of Keyboard Studies and Director of Accompaniment Dr. Alejandro Avila has officially taken on the role of president-elect of the Kansas Music Teachers Association (KMTA), a statewide leadership position that will lead to him becoming president of the organization in September 2027.
Barton Dance Department to host auditions for “Nutcracker for the Golden Belt”
Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education is holding orientation days Sept. 14-17 with multiple times available in preparation for its next nine-week session of high school diploma classes, which will start Sept. 21 and 22, depending on which class sessions are signed up for.
The Barton Reading Challenge is back at the Barton Library for the 2026-27 year and is open to faculty, students, staff, their friends and family, and community members in Barton’s service area.
Staab joined the Russell Regional Hospital (RRH) Emergency Room Department in September 2012 and was promoted to the Director of the Physician’s Clinic just a few weeks ago. With more than 13 years of experience in nursing and healthcare, she brings tremendous knowledge to RRH. She has previous experience working at Hays Medical Center, Clara Barton Hospital, and the Larned State Hospital.