Barton Community College Explained

Barton Community College, previously Barton County Community College, is a public community college in Great Bend, Kansas. Its service area includes Barton, Ellsworth, Pawnee, Rush and Russell Counties, Stafford County north of US Highway 50, and northwestern Rice County.

History

Barton Community College was founded on July 15, 1965, through an election by the people of Barton County, Kansas. Its first name was Barton County Junior College, which was later shortened to its current name, Barton Community College.^[1]

Athletics

See main article: Barton Cougars. The school participates at the Division I level and is affiliated with the NJCAA (National Junior College Athletic Association). The school is also a member of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference. American sprinter Tyson Gay, who holds the American record in the 100 meters, is a notable alumnus.^[4]

Notable alumni

• Tabarie Henry, two-time Olympic Games sprinter
• Kenny Williams, professional basketball player
• Aleksandar Radojević professional basketball player

Notes and References

1. Web site: History . https://archive.today/20150318055435/http://www.bartonccc.edu/history . dead . 2015-03-18 . bartonccc.edu .
2. Web site: Office of the President – Barton Community College. bartonccc.edu.
3. Web site: Board of Regents Announces 2023 Fall Semester Enrollment . September 27, 2023 . September 30, 2023.
4. USA Today: Gay puts best foot forward in bid for medal at worlds 23 August 2007