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College Hosts Second Annual Pirate Harvest Festival on September 21
The Pirates are excited to announce the return of the Pirate Harvest Festival, a free community event celebrating the first day of fall. The festival will take place on Sunday, September 21, on the ICC Main Campus.
Pirates to Host Junior/Senior Day on September 12
ICC invites area high school juniors and seniors to experience life as a Pirate during Junior/Senior Day on Thursday, September 12, 2025.
College Names Hovell Director of the William Inge Center for the Arts
Independence Community College is proud to announce Ashley Hovell as the new Director of the William Inge Center for the Arts. An accomplished actor, director, and theatre educator, Hovell brings more than a decade of experience to the role.
Pirates Welcome Sivara as Associate Professor for Theatre Performance and Theatre Director
Independence Community College is proud to announce the appointment of Cooper Sivara as the new Associate Professor for Theatre Performance and Theatre Director. Sivara brings an extensive background in theatre performance, directing, and arts education,...
College Launches New Industrial Maintenance Technology Program
ICC launches a new Industrial Maintenance Technology program in Spring 2026, preparing students for high-demand careers with hands-on training and certifications.
College Secures ADOPT Grant to Expand Access to Technology for Rural Kansas Students
ICC is proud to announce its selection as a recipient of the ADOPT (Advancing Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans) grant from the Kansas Office of Broadband Development. The ADOPT program, launched by Governor Laura Kelly and administered through...
Student-Athletes Earn NJCAA and KJCCC Academic Honors
ICC proudly celebrates the academic achievements of 14 student-athletes who have been named to the 2024–2025 NJCAA All-Academic Team. Highlighting this year’s honors, the Indy Volleyball team was recognized as an NJCAA Academic Team of the Year,...
College Hosts Pirates in the Park — Free Community Fun on August 16
The college invites families and community members to join them for Pirates in the Park, a fun-filled evening celebrating community, connection, and Pirate spirit. The event will be held on Friday, August 16, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Riverside...
ICC Partners with Kansas City University to Launch Rural Health Scholars Program
Independence Community College (ICC) is proud to announce its participation in a groundbreaking new initiative in partnership with Kansas City University (KCU), designed to fast-track students from rural, medically underserved areas into careers...
ICC Cosmetology Program Expands with New Nail Technician Certification Course
Independence Community College (ICC) is proud to announce the addition of a Nail Technician Certification Course to its Cosmetology Program. Following formal approval from the Higher Learning Commission's Institutional Actions Council, ICC has received...