https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news_and_events/index.aspx Elizabethtown News en-us Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:24:59 -0400 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss OmniUpdate (OU Publish) https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/03-26-2026-heartland-review.aspx The Heartland Review Press will host a literary reading and art show from 4 to 6 p.m. April 8 in the Morrison Gallery at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. The event is free and open to the community. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:20:00 -0500 Heartland Review Press Spring 26 Heartland Review Press Spring 26 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/03-24-2026-pathfinder-award.aspx During a surprise presentation at LaRue County High School, College and Career Coach Karen Miller was announced as the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2026 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award recipient. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:26:04 -0400 Pathfinder Award recipient Karen Miller 2026 Pathfinder Award recipient Karen Miller 2026 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/03-12-2026-transfer-fair.aspx Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:01:02 -0400 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/03-11-2026-best-places-to-work.aspx Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:27:00 -0500 Best Places to Work in Kentucky: 2026 Winner logo Best Places to Work in Kentucky: 2026 Winner logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/02-26-2026-presidents-deans-lists.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced the names of students who made the President’s Honor List and the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:23:00 -0500 Fall 2025 President's and Dean's List Fall 2025 President's and Dean's List https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/02-26-2026-profiles-of-excellence.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will recognize eight alumni and two retired employees for their exemplary work at the annual Profiles of Excellence celebration.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:32:45 -0500 2026 Profiles of Excellence 2026 Profiles of Excellence graphic featuring photos of each awardee profiles of excellence, distinguished alumni, lifetime achievement https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/02-26-2026-ectc-connect.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is hosting Connect, making the transition to dual credit classes and college even easier for high school students. A series of enrollment events held at high schools throughout the college’s service region, Connect allows students to meet with academic advisors and student support staff one-on-one to get answers to any questions and enroll in Summer and Fall 2026 classes.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:31:40 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/02-12-2026-champions-circle.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Foundation has announced the launch of the Champions Circle, a philanthropic leadership program uniting community partners dedicated to advancing education. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:42:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2026/02-12-2026-foundation-board-members.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Foundation has announced the appointment of three new board members: Cameron Brown, Hunter Hammer and Brandon Phillips. Chrissie Angell also has been named the foundation’s new executive director. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:39:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/12-17-2025-diesel-aed-accreditation.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College diesel technology program has maintained AED Foundation Accreditation for its construction equipment repair and agriculture equipment repair pathways, demonstrating the high quality of the program’s curriculum, faculty and responsiveness to workforce needs. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 10:25:00 -0500 Fall 2025 AED Accreditation Shane Lucas, Logan Young and Robert Clark check under the hood of agriculture equipment in a diesel technology lab at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College.  https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/12-16-2025-graduation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated its Fall 2025 graduation Dec. 16 with about 200 graduates participating and hundreds of guests attending. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 10:16:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/11-21-2025-scholarships.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2026-27 scholarship application opens Dec. 1. Only one application is needed to be considered for more than 50 scholarship opportunities available, and all new and returning students are encouraged to apply. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:00:50 -0500 Pathfinder holding a sign that says "It's scholarship season at ECTC" Pathfinder holding a sign that says "It's scholarship season at ECTC" Pathfinder holding a sign that says "It's scholarship season at ECTC" https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/11-20-2025-student-success.aspx Newly named a top 200 community college in the U.S., Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced new student success rates that show long-term growth in graduation, retention and course completion rates. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 The ECTC Grad Rate for 2024-2025 was 58.7%, and the 2-Year College National Average was 39.4%. The ECTC Grad Rate for 2024-2025 was 58.7%, and the 2-Year College National Average was 39.4%. https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/11-20-2025-best-for-vets.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has been named to the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges list. This is ECTC’s fifth time making the list, which includes colleges evaluated with the most comprehensive school-by-school assessment of veteran and military student services and found exemplary. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:22:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/11-12-2025-gordon-food-service-diesel-donation.aspx Gordon Food Services recently donated a 2016 Volvo Day cab truck to Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s diesel technology program. This makes the second semi-truck donated by GFS and joins previous donations of a tow dolly and two trailers. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:58:00 -0500 Gordon Food Service Diesel Donation group in front of the Gordon Food Service Diesel Donation https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/11-05-2025-abound-mvs.aspx With support from Abound Credit Union, active-duty military students at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College are keeping their educational goals on track during the shutdown of the federal government. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 12:24:00 -0500 Abound MVS Abound Military and Veteran Services standing on a staircase https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-29-2025-aspen-prize.aspx The Aspen Institute has named Elizabethtown Community and Technical College as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The 200 colleges were selected based on their student outcomes data, including retention, completion, transfer, and bachelor’s attainment rates. Started in 2010, this is the ninth cycle of the Aspen Prize. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 29 Oct 2025 11:00:00 -0500 2027 Aspen Prize Top 200 2027 Aspen Prize Top 200 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-27-2025-otb-beam-signing.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated the start of a $60.5 million renovation of the Occupational Technical Building on the Elizabethtown campus with a beam signing ceremony on Monday. ECTC faculty, staff and students and community leaders gathered to make their mark on a structural beam to be used in the building’s addition. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 27 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0500 group of men, including the KCTCS President and ECTC President, signing a structural beam group of men, including the KCTCS President and ECTC President, signing a structural beam https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-22-2025-spooktacular.aspx A Halloween tradition started in 2012 continues from 3 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, as Elizabethtown Community and Technical College welcomes the community for trick-or-treating across the Elizabethtown campus. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 22 Oct 2025 11:10:58 -0400 Spooktacular: Campus Trick or Treat Spooktacular: Campus Trick or Treat https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-20-2025-distinguished-alumni-nominations.aspx Now in its 20th year, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Distinguished Alumni program has celebrated the accomplishments of 162 outstanding former students and graduates. These leaders have made noteworthy contributions to their professions and communities, expanding ECTC’s impact across the country. Nominees are now being sought for induction into the 2026 class of honorees. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 20 Oct 2025 15:55:00 -0500 Profiles of Excellence Nominations due Dec. 12 Profiles of Excellence Nominations due Dec. 12 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-13-2025-trio-grant.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College recently earned a $1.3 million TRIO Student Support Services grant from the U.S. Department of Education to expand services to the college’s Leitchfield and Springfield campuses.   Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:20:00 -0400 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/10-09-2025-thanksgiving-meal-drive.aspx The community is invited to support Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students and their families through the fourth Family Scholar House Thanksgiving Meal Drive. Last year, the drive served 100 students and families. Donations will be accepted from Oct. 13 to Nov. 13 at locations throughout the community, with a goal to assist at least 100 students again this year. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 09 Oct 2025 17:06:00 -0500 Thanksgiving Meal Drive Thanksgiving Meal Drive Thanksgiving Meal Drive https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/09-29-2025-legacy-foundation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College recently was awarded a $100,000 grant to establish the Legacy Foundation STEM Lab. The innovative new initiative is aimed at expanding access to allied health pathways and improving student success in key STEM courses. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/09-29-2025-deans-presidents-lists.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced the names of students who made the President’s Honor List and the Dean’s List for the Spring 2025 semester. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Spring 2025 President's and Dean's List Spring 2025 President's and Dean's List https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/09-26-2025-leitchfield-groundbreaking.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated the $9 million expansion of its Leitchfield Campus on Friday with a ceremonial groundbreaking. ECTC faculty, staff and students and community leaders gathered to mark the historic milestone for college and workforce development. The new building will include advanced manufacturing and healthcare classrooms and labs, allowing the college to offer technical programming that leads to high-demand careers in the region. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 26 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0500 8 people shoveling dirt at the groundbreaking 8 people shoveling dirt at the groundbreaking https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/09-25-2025-scholarship-winners.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has awarded 93 students more than $151,000 in scholarships for the 2025-2026 school year. The scholarships, ranging in amounts from $500 to $6,000, were awarded based on various criteria, including academic achievement and area of study, among others. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:32:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/09-23-2025-transfer-fair.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will host its Fall 2025 Transfer Fair from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sept. 30 on the Elizabethtown Campus in the James S. Owen Building. The fair is open to current, prospective and former ECTC students and their families as well as the community. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/08-26-2025-presidents-pathfinder.aspx State Rep. Samara Heavrin received the 2025 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College President’s Pathfinder Award in acknowledgement of her impact on the college and in the community. ECTC established the award to recognize college partners whose leadership has created paths to better lives throughout the region. ECTC President and CEO Dr. Juston Pate presented the award Tuesday at the college’s annual Community Breakfast. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:06:37 -0400 Samara Heavrin Samara Heavrin Samara Heavrin https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/08-26-2025-applied-engineering.aspx The J.B. Speed School of Engineering at the University of Louisville and Elizabethtown Community and Technical College have partnered to introduce an undergraduate Applied Engineering degree. Beginning in the spring 2026 semester, students of select associate degrees at ECTC will be eligible upon graduation to complete the bachelor’s degree in Applied Engineering at Speed School. As the industrial landscape continues to change, this degree program aims to serve the workforce needs of the region. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0500 group of ECTC and UofL faculty/staff at the signing group of ECTC and UofL faculty/staff at the signing https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/08-18-2025-metallica-scholars.aspx For the sixth year, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has earned a place in the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative. Joining in 2020, the initiative’s second year, ECTC is the only Kentucky college included.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 25 Aug 2025 12:36:00 -0500 Metallica Scholars logo Metallica Scholars logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/08-01-2025-trio-grant.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College was recently awarded a TRIO Student Support Services grant from the U.S. Department of Education. The $1.6 million grant will aid at least 185 participants each year for five years.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:35:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/08-01-2025-bill-burks-endowment.aspx The ECTC Foundation is pleased to announce the W.D. “Bill” Burks Memorial Student Emergency Fund Endowment, established by E. Jo Anne García-Meléndez with a gift of $100,000 in honor of her father, William Davis Burks. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:33:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/07-01-2025-airt.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College announced today the launch of a new advanced manufacturing academic program — Automation, Industrial and Robotics Technology — to deliver high-quality education that fuels regional economic development. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 15:44:00 -0500 student working on a circuit board student working on a circuit board https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/06-30-2025-open-house-days.aspx All new and prospective students are invited to attend Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Open House Days from 12-6 p.m. on Tuesdays, July 8-29. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:39:00 -0500 Open House Days Open House Days https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/06-12-2025-practical-nursing.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will offer a practical nursing diploma at its Leitchfield campus starting in August, responding to workforce needs for licensed practical nurses. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 12 Jun 2025 01:00:00 -0500 Tabitha Stevenson standing in nursing lab Tabitha Stevenson standing in nursing lab https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/05-16-2025-pathfinder-academy.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will host Pathfinder Academy this summer for rising sixth through tenth grade students. Held June 9-13, the week will feature fun-filled, hands-on learning activities in the fields of science, technology, cooking and crafts. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 16 May 2025 16:24:00 -0500 ECTC logo ECTC logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/05-13-2025-graduation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated its Spring 2025 graduation on May 13 with approximately 275 graduates and hundreds of guests attending. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 13 May 2025 17:00:00 -0500 Graduation ceremony Graduates at ceremony https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/05-06-2025-spelling.aspx Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 06 May 2025 15:10:00 -0500 ECTC Logo ECTC Logo https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/05-06-2025-student-success-circle.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Foundation held its inaugural Student Success Circle Luncheon in April in the James S. Owen Building on ECTC's Elizabethtown campus. The event allowed members to hear presentations made by grant finalists and vote to award funds. At this year's event, $25,000 was awarded to initiatives designed to remove barriers and support student success. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 06 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Student Success Circle Winners Check Presentation Student Success Circle Winners Check Presentation https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-24-2025-pathfinder.aspx During a surprise presentation at Meade County High School, Technical Education and Career Development Coordinator Lori Collard was announced as the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2025 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award recipient. Casey Brock Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:19:00 -0500 ECTC honors Meade County High School educator https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-17-2025-toy-box.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Toy Box Theatre will present a children’s play, “Folk Tales From the Toy Box,” at 6:30 p.m. April 29 in the Science Auditorium on the Elizabethtown Campus. Admission is $2; children 3 and younger are free. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:33:00 -0500 ECTC Toy Box Theatre offers children’s play April 29 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-17-2025-culinary-arts.aspx Katherine Russeau and Michaela Reynolds are going behind the magic at Walt Disney World to further develop their career skills. Both begin six-month internships in August. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:38:00 -0500 Culinary arts grads land internships at Walt Disney World https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-16-2025-going-pro.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and Baptist Health Hardin recognized Class of 2025 nursing students who are beginning their professional careers at Going Pro Signing Day on Wednesday. Much like athletes are celebrated when joining a professional team, ECTC and its employer partners want to celebrate students’ decisions to join high-demand career fields in our region. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:37:00 -0500 ECTC nursing students celebrate 'Going Pro' https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-11-2025-dual-credit-week.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is recognizing Dual Credit Week on April 14–18. More than 2,228 high school students enrolled in dual credit courses during the Fall 2024 semester. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:24:00 -0500 ECTC dual credit fast tracks high school students’ futures https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-10-2025-honors-night.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced its 2025 Honors Night award recipients. Instructors and advisors selected students in recognition of their outstanding achievements in and outside of the classroom. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:34:00 -0500 ECTC announces Honors Night award recipients https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-10-2025-community-fair.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Office of Enrichment and Engagement invites the community to attend the CommUNITY Fair, a day filled with international food, music, performers and more. The event, held 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 17 in the Student Center on the college’s Elizabethtown campus, is free and open to the public. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:30:00 -0500 ECTC to host new CommUNITY Fair https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-09-2025-ectc-giving-day.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s 2025 Giving Day will be held April 16 during Community College Month. The event will support college initiatives such as the Unstoppable Fund, which supports projects to help students reach their fullest potential; emergency funds for students and employees; and scholarships, among others. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:22:00 -0500 ECTC Giving Day set for April 16 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/04-08-2025-diesel.aspx For Diesel Technology students Ethan Wheatley and Caleb Spalding, the 2025 SkillsUSA regional and state competitions confirmed two things — they’re ready for the diesel industry, and it’s an industry full of opportunity. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 10:07:00 -0500 Diesel Tech students prove their talents at statewide SkillsUSA https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/03-24-2025-transfer-supply-drive.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Cares Committee invites the public to support ECTC students who are transferring to a four-year college or university with “Pack for the Path: College Transfer Supply Drive.” Donations will be accepted April 7-25. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:40:00 -0500 ECTC hosting transfer student supply drive https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/03-24-2025-back-in-business.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will present a unique event for women who are returning to the workforce after an extended absence. “Back in Business – Women Re-Entering the Workforce,” a three-day conference held May 1, 8 and 22 at Severns Valley Baptist Church, will offer participants a series of workshops addressing the specific barriers women face when returning to work. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:35:00 -0500 ECTC to host conference for women re-entering workforce https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/03-11-2025-poetry.aspx The Heartland Review Press will host a poetry reading, open mic event and art walk from 4 to 6 p.m. April 2 in the Student Center at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. The event is free and open to the community. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 Community invited to celebrate poetry, creativity https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/03-07-2025-ptk-regional-convention.aspx The Alpha Lambda Delta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College earned 14 honors at the 2025 Kentucky Regional Convention held Feb. 28 – March 1, showcasing scholarship, leadership and service while competing against 21 other Kentucky chapters. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 ECTC honor society shines at statewide conference https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/03-03-2025-vex-robotics.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator Project rang in the new month Saturday with March of the Robots — a scrimmage VEX V5 Robotics Competition — supporting area middle and high school students’ interests in engineering, design and robotics. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:54:00 -0500 ECTC hosts ‘March of the Robots’ VEX Robotics Competition https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/02-27-2025-profiles.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will recognize eight alumni and two retired employees for their exemplary work at the annual Profiles of Excellence celebration.   Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 10:32:00 -0500 ECTC announces 2025 Distinguished Alumni and Lifetime Achievement honorees https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/02-24-2025-ectc-connect.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is making the transition to dual credit classes and college even easier for high school students. Connect, a series of enrollment events held at high schools throughout the college’s service region, will allow students to meet with academic advisors and student support staff one-on-one to get answers to any questions and enroll in Summer and Fall 2025 classes.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Mon, 24 Feb 2025 14:02:00 -0500 ECTC Connect gets high school students ready for Summer and Fall 2025 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/02-18-25-lamphere.aspx Robert Lamphere, a professor emeritus of Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Computer and Information Technologies program, has achieved an academic milestone with the publication of his paper “Some Definite Integrals of Ramanujan” in The Ramanujan Journal. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:55:00 -0500 Prestigious mathematics journal publishes ECTC faculty member's research https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/02-10-2025-deans-presidents-lists.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced the names of students who made the President’s Honor List and the Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 10 Feb 2025 15:14:00 -0500 President's and Dean's Lists for Fall 2024 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2025/01-15-2025-military-services-grant.aspx Thanks to a U.S. Department of Education grant, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will extend support to soldiers transitioning from military service to new careers and enhance an array of services for veteran, military and military-dependent students. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500 $750K grant to support veteran students https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/12-18-2024-graduation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated its Fall 2024 graduation on Tuesday with 150 graduates participating and hundreds of guests attending. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0500 ECTC graduates celebrate Fall 2024 commencement https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/12-13-2024-family-scholar-house.aspx Family Scholar House is thrilled to share in the celebratory groundbreaking for its new Elizabethtown campus. The celebration held Dec. 11 at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC), marks a historic milestone for the Family Scholar House community as the campus will provide stable affordable housing for 48 student parents in the Elizabethtown community. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:03:00 -0500 Groundbreaking Marks New Era for Family Scholar House and ECTC https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/12-03-2024-scholarships.aspx The Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2025-26 scholarship application is now open. Only one application is needed to be considered for more than 50 scholarship opportunities available, and all new and returning students are encouraged to apply. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:53:00 -0500 ECTC 2025-26 scholarship application now open https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/11-21-2024-graduation-rates.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students continued to make gains during the 2023-24 academic year, driving the college’s graduation rate to 59.5%, compared to the national average of 35.5% for two-year colleges. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:18:00 -0500 ECTC graduation rate continues to climb https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/11-15-2024-deans-presidents-lists.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has announced the names of students who made the President’s Honor List and the Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1,384 students make President's and Dean's Lists for Spring 2024 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/11-14-2024-ectc-ksu-bsn.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College and Kentucky State University announced at a signing ceremony today a new partnership to provide a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The partnership creates a pathway for graduates of ECTC’s nursing program to pursue a BSN from KSU with significant in-person support on the ECTC campus. In addition, the ECTC-2-KSU Pathway Scholarship provides a tuition-free bachelor’s degree to students eligible for the federal Pell grant.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 10:15:00 -0500 ECTC and KSU announce new RN-to-BSN partnership https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/11-08-2024-first-gen-week.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated the third annual First Generation Week this week, highlighting students whose unique obstacles can make it more difficult for them to succeed at college. Nearly one in five ECTC students is considered first generation, meaning neither parent holds a college degree. The college hosted events that raised awareness of the barriers these students may face and fostered connections between students and community members with similar experiences. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:55:00 -0500 ECTC celebrates First Generation Week https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-30-2024-bhh-radiography-donation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College radiography instructors are simulating new real-world experiences for students thanks to a recent donation from Baptist Health Hardin. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 30 Oct 2024 10:25:00 -0500 Baptist Health Hardin donation supports real-world experience for ECTC radiography students https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-24-2024-aspen-presidents-fellowship.aspx The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program (Aspen) has announced that Dr. Juston Pate, president and CEO at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, is one of 25 innovative leaders selected from across the country to participate in the second cohort of the Aspen Presidents Fellowship, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. The fellows will engage in a unique year-long professional development experience that will help them refine and enact a reform agenda to help more of their students succeed both during and after college. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0500 Pate chosen for the Aspen Institute’s Presidents Fellowship https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-22-2024-spooktacular.aspx A Halloween tradition started in 2012 continues from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, as Elizabethtown Community and Technical College welcomes the community for trick-or-treating across the Elizabethtown campus. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:27:00 -0500 ECTC's free Spooktacular set for Oct. 28 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-15-2024-distinguished-alumni.aspx Now in its 19th year, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Distinguished Alumni program has celebrated the accomplishments of 154 outstanding former students and graduates. These leaders have made noteworthy contributions to their professions and communities, expanding ECTC’s impact across the country. Nominees are now being sought for induction into the 2025 class of honorees.  Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:25:00 -0500 Nominations open for ECTC Distinguished Alumni and Lifetime Achievement Awards https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-07-2024-thanksgiving.aspx The community is invited to help Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students and their families celebrate Thanksgiving again this year through the Family Scholar House Thanksgiving Meal Drive. This is the third year for the drive, which served 100 ECTC students and families last year. Donations will be accepted Oct. 14 to Nov. 15 at various locations throughout the community, with a goal to serve at least 100 students this year. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0500 Community Collecting Thanksgiving Meals for ECTC Student Families https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/10-04-2024-express-enrollment.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will host Express Enrollment from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 16 and 17 for classes that begin Oct. 21. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:45:00 -0500 ECTC to host Express Enrollment for classes that begin Oct. 21 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/09-25-2024-diesel-technology.aspx Diesel Technology students at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College had a unique training opportunity this fall thanks to McCoy Construction & Forestry in Louisville. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 15:38:00 -0500 Employer partner supports unique training for ECTC diesel students https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/09-25-2024-plant-for-the-planet.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College recently received a Plant for the Planet grant from LG&E and KU to purchase trees planted on ECTC’s campus. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 25 Sep 2024 10:45:00 -0500 ECTC receives Plant for the Planet grant from LG&E and KU https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/09-11-2024-robbins-university-center.aspx A dream that was years in the making came true Tuesday as Elizabethtown Community and Technical College officials and supporters gathered to cut a ribbon on the Robbins University Center. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:30:00 -0500 ECTC unveils Robbins University Center https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/09-10-2024-miky-wright-pickleball.aspx Miky Wright, a distinguished faculty member in the math department at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, and William Figary, an engineer from Elizabethtown, have achieved national recognition with the publication of their article by the renowned Mathematical Association of America (MAA). Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 10 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0500 Should you serve first in a pickleball match? https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/08-20-2024-community-breakfast.aspx Joe Prather received the 2024 Elizabethtown Community and Technical College President’s Pathfinder Award in recognition of his impact in the community and on the college. ECTC established the award to recognize college partners whose leadership has created paths to better lives throughout our region. ECTC President and CEO Dr. Juston Pate presented the award Tuesday at the college's annual Community Breakfast. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 20 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0500 ECTC recognizes 2024 President’s Pathfinder Award recipient https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/08-08-2024-express-enrollment.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will host Express Enrollment from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 12 and 13 and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 14 and 15 for fall classes that begin Aug. 19 and Oct. 21. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:22:00 -0500 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/07-30-2024-metallica-scholars-24.aspx For the fifth year, Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has earned a place in the prestigious Metallica Scholars Initiative. Joining in 2020, the initiative’s second year, ECTC is the only Kentucky college included. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 30 Jul 2024 10:07:00 -0500 Metallica Scholars Initiative continues for 5th year at ECTC https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/07-15-2024-fafsa-tailgate.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is rolling out games, food and prizes for anyone who needs help completing financial aid forms for the Fall 2024 semester. ECTC’s FAFSA Tailgate Party is 3-7 p.m. July 23 at the Regional Postsecondary Center (RPC) on the Elizabethtown campus. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 15 Jul 2024 08:00:00 -0500 Current, new and prospective students invited to ECTC FAFSA Tailgate Party https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/6-28-2024-amap.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Advanced Manufacturing Accelerator Project has launched a VEX Robotics program to increase awareness among middle and high school students of the skills needed in high-demand careers. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 28 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0500 ECTC boosting robotics programs in middle and high schools https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/06-21-2024-human-services-work-ready.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Human Services is now eligible for the Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship, meaning students can earn an associate in applied science or one of the program’s five certificates tuition free. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Fri, 21 Jun 2024 13:49:00 -0500 ECTC’s Human Services program eligible for Work Ready Kentucky Scholarship https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/06-20-2024-open-house-days.aspx All new and prospective students are invited to attend Elizabethtown Community and Technical College Open House Days from 12-6 p.m. every Tuesday in July. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:25:00 -0500 ECTC hosting summer Open House Days https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/06-18-2024-marty-sutherland.aspx Marty L. Sutherland, professor of engineering and electronics technology at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, was selected the new occupational, technical education faculty regent to the KCTCS Board of Regents. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 15:40:00 -0500 ECTC's Marty Sutherland selected as KCTCS faculty regent https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/06-18-2024-high-school-scholarships.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College has awarded 54 area high school seniors more than $108,000 in scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. Jaime Thomas <jaime.thomas@kctcs.edu> Tue, 18 Jun 2024 12:46:00 -0500 ECTC awards more than $100K in scholarships to high school students https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/05-13-2024-pathfinder-award.aspx During a surprise event at North Hardin High School, college coach Annette Neblett was announced as the Elizabethtown Community and Technical College 2024 High School Teacher/Counselor Pathfinder Award recipient. Established by the Kentucky Community & Technical College System, the Pathfinder Award recognizes high school teachers and counselors for their outstanding efforts in assisting students with their college-going plans. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 North Hardin High School educator named 2024 Pathfinder https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/05-09-2024-ribbon-cutting.aspx Today, Gov. Andy Beshear joined business and community leaders to cut the ribbon on a center that will train Kentuckians for new jobs at the BlueOval SK Battery Park, which is creating 5,000 new jobs. The park is located in Glendale and contains the two largest battery plants in the world. The Governor said BlueOval SK has already hired more than 700 employees in Kentucky at all experience levels, and the 42,000-square-foot ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center will start onboarding classes in June. Officials from Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC), BlueOval SK, SK On, Ford Motor Co. and Trace Creek Construction, as well as state legislators and ECTC students, joined the Governor to cut the ribbon. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 09 May 2024 10:20:00 -0500 Gov. Beshear helps cut ribbon at ECTC BlueOval SK Training Center https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/05-09-2024-graduation.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College celebrated its Spring 2024 graduation on Monday with approximately 200 graduates and hundreds of guests attending. “All of our Spring 2024 graduates have achieved an incredible goal, and they have not only changed their lives for the better, but they also are lifting up their families and their communities,” said ECTC President Dr. Juston Pate. “Whether they are entering the workforce and starting a high-demand career or continuing their education, we look forward to seeing the Class of 2024 pursue their dreams and become part of the next generation of leaders in our region.” Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 09 May 2024 10:02:00 -0500 ECTC graduates celebrate Spring 2024 commencement https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/05-06-2024-robotics.aspx Four Elizabethtown Community and Technical College students participated in the VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas, Texas, April 29 – May 1. This marks the eighth consecutive year for ECTC students to compete in the prestigious event. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 06 May 2024 15:00:00 -0500 ECTC students shine at VEXU World Championship https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/04-29-2024-family-scholar-house.aspx Family Scholar House at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College will host a free food and clothing pop-up shop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30 on the Elizabethtown campus. The distribution, held in the college’s Student Success Hub in the Academic Technical Building, will include clothing of various sizes and food items such as chicken, fresh produce, bakery items and more. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/04-15-2024-creative-writing.aspx The Heartland Review Press invites high school and college students to register for a creative writing workshop with local poet Jan LaPerle. The workshop is 6 to 8 p.m. April 30 at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, James S. Owen Building, room 131. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Mon, 15 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0500 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/04-12-2024-toybox-theatre.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Toy Box Theatre will present a collection of stories from all around the world for audiences of all ages. Four morning performances will be offered for visiting schools, and an evening performance at 6:30 p.m. April 18 will be open to the public. Admission is $2 per person. Children ages 3 and under are free. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 12 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0500 ECTC Toy Box Theatre presents Silly Tales from the Toy Box https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/04-03-2024-springfield-welding.aspx Springfield-Washington County Economic Development Authority has donated $1,000 to Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s Springfield campus to support a new welding for maintenance class. The gift will help ECTC offer local training opportunities in career paths that are growing in the region, building a stronger, highly skilled workforce. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 03 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0500 SWEDA donates $1,000 toward ECTC Springfield welding class https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-27-2024-giving-day.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College is pleased to announce the launch of its inaugural ECTC Giving Day on April 25 during Community College Month. The event will support student needs such as scholarships, transportation assistance and the Student Emergency Fund, among others. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0500 ECTC Giving Day set for April 25 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-20-2024-diesel-technology.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College’s (ECTC) diesel technology program continues to meet the requirements for Master Truck Service Technology, the highest level of program accreditation recognized by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). To achieve this coveted recognition, ECTC’s diesel technology training program underwent rigorous evaluation by the ASE Education Foundation. Nationally accepted standards of excellence in areas such as instruction, facilities and equipment were used. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500 Diesel technology program earns national accreditation https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-19-2024-senior-days.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) is making the transition to college even easier for high school seniors with ECTC Senior Days. The events, held at high schools throughout the college’s service region, allow students to meet with academic advisors and student support staff one-on-one to get answers to any questions and enroll in Fall 2024 classes. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:07:00 -0500 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-15-2024-best-places-to-work.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) has made the 2024 list of Best Places to Work in Kentucky, announced by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for Human Resource Management (KYSHRM). ECTC participates biennially and has earned the designation three consecutive times — 2020, 2022 and 2024. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:30:00 -0500 ECTC named a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-14-24-career-days.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) advanced manufacturing students as well as visiting high school students had an opportunity to make one-on-one connections with more than a dozen employers during Advanced Manufacturing Career Days, held Wednesday and Thursday at the college. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0500 ECTC showcases advanced manufacturing careers https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-13-2024-wfs-yrci.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) Workforce Solutions, in partnership with the Lincoln Trail Workforce Development Board, Kentucky Career Center – Lincoln Trail and professional services company YRCI, recently celebrated eight students beginning new careers in human resources. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 13:59:00 -0500 Custom training provides pathway to new careers in human resources https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-12-2024-deans-presidents-list.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) has announced the names of 1,409 students who made the Dean’s List and the President’s Honor List for the Fall 2023 semester. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Tue, 12 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0500 Fall 2023 President’s and Dean’s Lists https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-08-2024-korean.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) Workforce Solutions will again offer Korean Culture and Korean Conversation classes through the college’s community education program. The Korean Culture class will be held from 2-4 p.m. March 13 and 20 or 6-8 p.m. April 9 and 11. The Korean Conversation class will be held from 2-4 p.m. April 17 and 24 or 6-8 p.m. May 7 and 9. Both classes will be in room 112 in the James S. Owen building on ECTC’s main campus. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Fri, 08 Mar 2024 10:05:00 -0500 https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/03-07-2024-gowns-for-grads.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) recently announced the creation of Gowns for Grads, a lending program for students who don’t have extra funds for graduation caps and gowns. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:00:00 -0500 ECTC announces Gowns for Grads initiative https://elizabethtown.kctcs.edu/news/2024/02-29-2024-profiles-of-excellence.aspx Elizabethtown Community and Technical College (ECTC) will recognize eight alumni and two retired employees for their exemplary work at the annual Profiles of Excellence celebration. The Distinguished Alumni program has now recognized the academic, professional and humanitarian endeavors of 154 former students. Those recognized this year include John DeRamos, Dr. Jennifer L. Greer, Kelly Renee Griner, Monica Bishop Heavrin, Amanda Johnston, Damon Lasley III, Daniel London and Chad Sarver. Names and photos of this year’s honorees will join others in the Hall of Distinguished Alumni, on display in the atrium of the Regional Postsecondary Center on ECTC’s main campus. Sarah Berkshire <sarah.berkshire@kctcs.edu> Thu, 29 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 ECTC announces 2024 Distinguished Alumni and Lifetime Achievement honorees