Barton’s 56th commencement is set for 7 p.m. May 15 in the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Gymnasium. The ceremony will also be live-streamed via the Â鶹¹ÙÍø YouTube page at watch.bartonccc.edu
Barton student Kierra Eck has been selected as a Kansas Farm Bureau Collegiate Fellow for the 2026-27 academic year.
Barton hosted a President’s Forum in April, offering campus updates, a question-and-answer session with college leadership, and recognition of employees for their years of service.
Students taking lessons through Â鶹¹ÙÍø’s Community Music School will host a recital at 3 p.m. May 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium in the Fine Arts Building.
Barton recently hosted a celebration honoring members of the All-Kansas Academic Team in the Cavanaugh Room on campus.
Emma King, Class of 2023, didn’t arrive at Â鶹¹ÙÍø with a clear career plan, but she left with direction, confidence, and experiences that continue to shape her path
Barton has launched the Â鶹¹ÙÍø Alumni and Friends Association, a new initiative designed to strengthen connections between graduates, former students, and the community while creating expanded opportunities for engagement, mentorship, and lifelong learning.
The Â鶹¹ÙÍø Music Department will host its annual Endowment Concert to raise funds for music student scholarships at 6:30 p.m. May 12 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.
Barton’s Dean of Â鶹¹ÙÍø Dr. Stephanie Joiner has been named a 2026 recipient of the Sunflower Award for Corequisite Innovation, presented by the Kansas Board of Regents.
Barton’s Dance Department will host a celebration of rhythm, passion, and artistic dance in the region with its “Moving in the Heartland†Dance Festival at 7 p.m. April 30 and May 1 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.