2024 Archives
November
Blinn College hosting registration day at Waller ISD’s Schultz Junior High School
With a new Waller/Harris County Campus on the way, Blinn is offering spring 2025 courses at Waller ISD facilities
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Blinn Music Department announces upcoming performances
Free performances include vocal music, woodwind, and brass ensembles
U.S. Army veteran finds fulfillment through Blinn's Emergency Medical Services Program
Tim Collins is training to become an emergency medical technician with plans to pursue a degree in fire science
Blinn Paralegal Program graduate makes a difference for families in Brazos County
Alanna Schultz serves as court coordinator for the Brazos County Family Law Associate Court
Blinn places four in top 10 at Southern Stockman Livestock Contest
Shelby Cones leads Blinn with third place finish
Blinn Vocational Nursing Program Director chosen president-elect of Texas Association of Vocational Nurse Educators
Dr. Michelle Marburger will play key leadership role for the organization
Blinn Paralegal and Legal Studies Program to host online information sessions
Evening and online classes provide flexibility for working professionals
Blinn College District honors academic excellence with honor society induction ceremony
70 Blinn students are welcomed to Phi Theta Kappa, Psi Beta, and Sigma Kappa Delta honor societies
Hall of Honor inductee completes final requirement with art appreciation course
Hall of Honor inductee completes final requirement with art appreciation course
Blinn completes purchase of 100-acre Waller-Harris County site that will serve as the home of its sixth campus
College is developing plans for a comprehensive commuter campus featuring Blinn’s nationally recognized academic transfer and career training programs
October
Texas 10th Court of Appeals to hear three criminal cases at the Blinn RELLIS Administration Building at Texas A&M-RELLIS
Annual visit allows Blinn students and the public to witness the law in action, meet judges, and ask questions
How Blinn College helped Gainesville ISD's Director of Technology build the foundation for his career
Jordan Howard discovered his perfect career path through Blinn's Information Technology Program
Discover the power of plants in Blinn-Schulenburg's Natural Health Remedies class
Class will discuss plants that can prevent, treat many common health disorders
'It's the ultimate learning experience'
Blinn College health sciences students put their skills to the test during two-day emergency simulation exercise
Blinn SBDC and SBA to highlight business resources at Oct. 31 event
Free program offers networking and expert advice at Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library
Blinn brings classic arena rock to Brenham with 'Resurrection: A Journey Tribute'
Step back into the 1980s with a live Journey concert experience at the O’Donnell Performing Arts Center on Sunday, Nov. 10
Blinn livestock judging team places fifth at American Royal
Sophomore Lane Hogan finishes third
Winter minimester and spring 2025 registration now open at Blinn College
Winter minimester begins Dec. 16 and spring classes begin Jan. 13
Blinn offers medication aide refresher course
Nov. 11 class will meet state continuing education requirements
Blinn Theatre Arts faculty, students attend Texas Educational Theatre Association conference
Galveston conference includes workshops, auditions
Blinn Music Department hosting four upcoming recitals
Celebrate Halloween and classical performances with free recitals at Finke Recital Hall
Blinn students participating in cyber 'capture the flag' challenge
Free event runs through October
Blinn recognized for excellence in financial reporting for the fifth consecutive year
GFOA recognizes Blinn’s transparent financial management and planning
Blinn College District honors Charles Moser for almost a decade of service, welcomes new trustee Richard O'Malley
O’Malley previously served as Blinn's Assistant Vice Chancellor of Facilities, Planning, and Construction
Blinn’s Seidenberger, Zimprich win top individual honors at State Fair of Texas
Blinn’s Seidenberger, Zimprich win top individual honors at State Fair of Texas. Blinn’s sophomore livestock judging team places third, freshmen are second in their respective divisions.
Blinn Director of Simulation explores AI’s role in healthcare at regional and national conferences
Blinn Director of Simulation explores AI’s role in healthcare at regional and national conferences. Sami Rahman will represent Blinn at Texas Nursing Student Association and the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing annual conferences.
'Clueless' meets medieval Italy when the Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe brings Chiara Atik's 'Poor Clare' to the stage
Performances run Oct. 17-20 at the Blinn-Bryan Campus Student Center
Two Blinn livestock judging teams place in top 15 in pro division at Tulsa State Fair
Novice teams finish third, fourth overall
Blinn kicks off Performing Arts Series with 'The Ultimate Michael Buble Experience'
Anthony Bernasconi's tribute to Michael Buble takes center stage Sunday, Oct. 20
Hogan tops reasons division at Flint Hills livestock judging contest
Freshman team places fourth overall
September
Blinn College District Music Department announces three upcoming performances
Soprano Diane Burt performs Oct. 7, Choir Invitational Concert set for Oct. 8, and Professor John Dujka's recital scheduled for Oct. 10
Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts Program kicks off 2024-25 season with 'The Bible: The Complete Word of God (abridged)'
Performances will be held Oct. 3-6 at Dr. W.W. O'Donnell Performing Arts Center
Blinn places three teams in top 10 at Tri-State Fair livestock judging contest
Jhett West earns top individual honors in Amarillo
Blinn College endowed scholarship honors longtime Washington County Justice of the Peace Roy May
Scholarships will support students pursuing legal careers
What to do if you receive a suspicious Duo request
Blinn College has added an extra layer of security to protect faculty, staff, and student accounts
'We're the ones holding your hand, telling you to push harder. I like that. That’s the trainer in me.'
Blinn student Shelby Salley combines her passion for personal training and healing through the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Blinn board authorizes purchase of 100-acre site in Waller-Harris County
New location will be home to Blinn’s sixth campus
Blinn vocal students to perform at Oct. 4 recital
Six students will be selected for National Association of Teachers of Singing competition
Blinn's Brumnett is top individual at National Barrow Show
Team places fifth overall in Minnesota
Blinn livestock judging team places third at Top Notch
Lane Hogan places second overall in Paragould, Ark.
Blinn safety director to lead crisis communications discussion in October
Presentation is part of Blinn's Communication Studies Speaker Series
Blinn College Professor Daniel Johnson to perform free recital Saturday, Sept. 21
Lyric baritone's performance will kick off Blinn's fall music events
Five honorees to be inducted into Blinn Hall of Honor
Michael Griffin, Edward Hueske, Renee Mueller, William Jene Tebeaux, and Lonnie Tegeler being honored at Oct. 11 banquet
Blinn Vocational Nursing Program graduates earn 100% pass rate on national licensure exam
Students from last two classes pass National Council Licensure Examination
Alliance for College and Career Student Success receives $370,000 grant
Program housed at Blinn-Schulenburg is coalition with six rural school districts
August
Blinn College's Veterinary Technology Program named AVTE Program of the Year
Association of Veterinary Technician Educators recognizes Blinn for its collaboration, creativity, and commitment to student success
Rudder High School graduate turns his love for the open road into a dream career
Caden Freeman is enrolled in Blinn’s CDL Truck Driving Program with plans to start his own truck driving business
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages gifts $100,000 to Blinn Foundation
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages gifts $100,000 to Blinn Foundation
Blinn certified medication aide graduates post 100% pass rate on state exam
Next course begins Sept. 11 via interactive video conferencing
Blinn-Schulenburg offers fall community education courses
Courses in vegetable gardening, pest and weed control, and natural remedies are available
The Blinn College District names its 2024 Teaching Excellence Award winners
Stan Kubicek, Nina Leverkuhn, Dawn Marshall, and Dillon Phipps are recognized for their innovative teaching skills and dedication to student success
Kinesiology degree leads Westbrook to a rewarding career at Blinn
As Coordinator of Campus Recreation, Westbrook oversees Blinn's 36,000-square-foot student recreation center
Six paramedics earn their nursing degree through Blinn College
New graduates are recognized in a pinning ceremony at Texas A&M-RELLIS
The Blinn College District recognizes 19 Paramedic Program graduates with pinning ceremony
Excellent instruction and real-world scenarios prepare graduates to serve their communities
Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts Program to feature 'Plays of Biblical Proportions' in 2024-25 season
Selections include comedies, musical, children's play
Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe celebrates 'illustrious lives' for its 2024-25 season
The Troupe’s productions traverse history and fiction to showcase St. Clare, Charlie Brown, Marie Curie, and Matthew Shepard
Blinn Vocational Nursing Program graduates honored at pinning ceremony
Six students graduate from Blinn’s convenient blended program
Blinn College-Schulenburg offering national HVAC certification
Course starts Sept. 24 and offers NCCER Level 1 certification
Love of historical buildings inspires Blinn alumna's architectural career
Blinn College introductory classes piqued Angelia Gerhard’s interest in the field
July
Blinn Theatre Arts Program named 'exemplary'
Texas Educational Theatre Association recognizes Blinn for outstanding contributions
Blinn College District recognizes surgical technology graduates with pinning ceremony
Program trains graduates for high-demand field in the healthcare industry
Blinn-Schulenburg offering fall plant-related courses
Blinn-Schulenburg offering fall plant-related courses
Blinn announces 2024-2025 season of the Performing Arts Series
New season brings Michael Bublé and Journey tribute performances as well as Celtic music and a swing band
Blinn hosts its first cybersecurity summer camp for high school students
22 students took part in the Department of Defense program
Blinn encourages eligible career and technical education students to apply for Perkins Grant funds
Blinn encourages eligible career and technical education students to apply for Perkins Grant funds
Blinn now offers American Sign Language classes online
American Sign Language (ASL) courses offered by Blinn College will be provided online for the first time beginning this fall.
How a Blinn College alumna uses her accounting, economics degrees to support the Brazos Valley arts scene
Megan Woytek serves as the operations manager for the Arts Council of the Brazos Valley
Blinn Health Sciences Summer Camp becomes a family affair for Bryan siblings
Blinn Associate Degree Nursing student Gerardo Lopez inspires sister Jennifer to follow in his footsteps
June
New endowed scholarship honors Blinn nursing graduate
Miranda Mitchell Meckel memorialized with Nurses on Horses Scholarship
How a Blinn College graphic design alumna has drawn up a rewarding career
Conley Koberg is now a graphic designer for Bryan Broadcasting
Family ties inspired recent Blinn graduate to earn associate degree in HVAC
Program provides students with valuable credentials and hands-on skills to excel in the industry
Blinn sets $129.3 million budget for FY 2025
FY 2025 budget represents a 2% increase
Paramedic Program graduate set to earn his nursing degree through Paramedic-to-RN pathway
Caleb Reed will graduate in August with his Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Blinn Vocational Nursing Program graduates earn their pins
11 students are honored for completing the program
Blinn Dean Michelle Trubenstein named state Healthcare Workforce Task Force advisory member
The task force will address healthcare workforce shortages across Texas
Blinn gives 4-H livestock judging teams final tune-up before state contest
Blinn Agricultural Sciences Program holds ‘mini-camp’ at Rankin Complex
Blinn College vocational nursing student uses initial failure as motivation
Joshua Talavera among those pinned at June 13 ceremony
Blinn alumna-turned-instructor named Bryan ISD's elementary school teacher of the year
Blinn Early Childhood Education Instructor Tami Glenn has been a kindergarten teacher at Anson Jones Elementary for 12 years
May
Blinn invites the community to welcome national champion baseball team back to campus
College will celebrate the Buccaneers at 5 p.m. Monday at Leroy Dreyer Field
Blinn College graduate pursues human resources career with sociology degree
Tyann Luedke will continue her education at the University of Texas at Austin this fall
Blinn College board authorizes furniture, audio-visual purchases for new Bryan Campus Administration Building
The 46,000-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in February 2025
Blinn-Waller hosting special registration event on May 29
Blinn-Waller hosting special registration event on May 29
Blinn Real Estate Program grad now helping families find the perfect home
Jeovany Bonilla graduated last year with an AAS in Business Administration and Management and his Real Estate Certificate
Blinn College opens enrollment for fall mechatronics classes in Waller
Students can earn an occupational skills award in just one semester on their way to an associate degree
Blinn College reducing dual-credit tuition, will offer no-cost courses to qualifying high school students
Beginning this fall, Blinn will reduce dual-credit tuition to just $56.87 per semester credit hour
Brenham Campus Construction Update
This summer, Blinn College will enhance the Brenham Campus Academic Building with a project designed to upgrade the interior corridors with new ceiling grids, tiles, lighting, paint, interior signage, and a rejuvenated front entry canopy.
Blinn College celebrates its spring Class of 2024 at commencement
Almost 1,000 students earned degrees, certificates, and occupational skills awards this spring
Blinn recognizes 13 Physical Therapist Assistant Program graduates with celebration luncheon and awards ceremony
Blinn PTA graduates have maintained a 100% employment rate since 2019
11 students pinned at Blinn Veterinary Technology Program ceremony
Blinn is the only community college in the state to offer labs and clinicals at Texas A&M’s Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital
Blinn recognizes 17 Radiologic Technology Program graduates with pinning ceremony
Graduates maintain a high state licensure exam pass rate and 100% employment rateny
Blinn's Fowler and Masenda selected for 2024-25 Texas Success Center Leadership Academy
Prestigious one-year leadership development program focuses on student success
Six Blinn College District faculty and staff recognized with 2024 NISOD Excellence Awards
Recipients will be honored with medallions recognizing their service to students and the community
Blinn celebrates 14 dental hygiene graduates with pinning ceremony
Positions for dental hygienists are in high demand with a median annual salary of $87,530
Blinn celebrates 46 new Associate Degree Nursing graduates
Blinn ADN graduates rank among the state leaders on the national licensure exam
Trailer, animal grooming station win top prizes at Blinn College's Ag Mechanics Show
Contest draws record number of entries
Two Blinn students earn livestock judging All-America honors
Two Blinn students earn livestock judging All-America honors
Sixteen Blinn students inducted into Phi Theta Kappa honor society
Sixteen Blinn students inducted into Phi Theta Kappa honor society
April
Blinn Veterinary Technology Program instructor recognized with Texas Veterinary Medical Association President’s Award
Adjunct instructor Mandy Zachgo was recognized for her contributions to the veterinary profession
Blinn professor receives top honors from Texas Educational Theatre Association
Kevin Patrick named Educator of the Year in Higher Education
Generative AI and Fraud: What You Need to Know, Spring 2024
Generative AI fraud is becoming more prevalent in several areas, including advanced email phishing attacks, deepfake videos, audios, and photos, as well as synthetic identities and document forgeries.
Blinn College District Music Department holding six end-of-semester concerts
Performances are free and open to the public
Blinn's Give Kids a Smile provides more than $18,000 in free dental care for children
The annual event is coordinated, planned, and executed by Blinn College dental hygiene students
Blinn Ag Club named top chapter at Texas Junior College Agricultural Association convention
Kinsey Gardner named overall champion, Weston Hinze named reserve champion
Blinn College offering fall Czech language classes
Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Czech courses will be held this fall
Blinn College instructor advocates for compassionate LVT leadership in Texas Veterinary magazine
Angela Culp's article was published in the June issue
Blinn Alumni and Friends Association planning 'Southern Charm Holiday' trip to Charleston and Savannah
Association invites the public to seven-day December tour
Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe performs its first musical when Jeff Bowen and Hunter Bell's [title of show] comes to the stage
Performances run April 18-21 at the Blinn-Bryan Student Center
Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts Program will end 'Year of the Supernatural' with 'The Yellow Wallpaper'
Tale of insanity will be staged April 18-21 at O’Donnell Performing Arts Center
Blinn Agricultural Mechanics Projects Show to feature students' imaginations
Competition will be held April 24 at Rankin Agricultural Complex on Brenham Campus
Blinn encourages eligible career and technical education students to apply for summer Perkins Grant funds
Online application for textbook assistance is open through 10 a.m. Monday, April 15
Blinn Dental Hygiene Program offering free children’s dental services at annual Give Kids a Smile event
Parents must call to schedule appointments for the April 11 clinic
Blinn-Bryan Communication Studies Showcase highlights the power of persuasive communication
April 9 event includes a discussion of persuasive strategies and the finals of the Speak Up! Speak Out! public speaking contest
Waller-based Alegacy Equipment establishes endowed Blinn College scholarship
Alegacy gifts first scholarship earmarked for students at new Waller Campus
Blinn Board of Trustees sets tuition and fee rates and approves FAST dual credit program for 2024-25
FAST allows eligible students to enroll in dual credit courses at no cost
Blinn Paralegal and Legal Assistant Student Organization to host Brazos Valley Paralegal Forum
Blinn alumni, local legal professionals will share their experiences and answer questions at the Blinn-Bryan Campus
Blinn-Bryan Campus invites public to solar eclipse viewing event on April 8
Telescopes and solar viewing glasses will provide a unique look at this historic event
March
Blinn wins six national higher education marketing awards
Blinn's recognition includes four Educational Advertising Awards
Blinn livestock judging ends the season ranked No. 1 in the nation
Win at Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo propels team to top spot
Blinn nursing student eyes the sky
A.J. Willingham will complete his BSN through the ASCEND Program with plans to become a flight nurse
Blinn-Schulenburg assisting students and families with new FAFSA applications
Expert guidance will be provided on Monday, April 15
Blinn College to host next American Red Cross CPR course at Waller Campus
Registration for the April 17 course is available for up to six participants
Blinn student John See IV experiencing the other side of the Ag Mechanics Project Show
Freshman from Snook goes from exhibitor to being part of ag mechanics judging team
Blinn Veterinary Technology Program extends application deadline
The demand for licensed veterinary technicians is surging nationwide and is expected to grow 21% between 2022 and 2032
Blinn-Brenham production of 'Medea' earns acting, technical awards at Play Festival
Blinn receives the only Superior rating at the Texas Community Speech and Theatre Association contest
Texas KB Utilities sees Blinn Clay Shootout sponsorship as part of its commitment to community
Chappell Hill, Texas company is new underwriter of fundraiser to benefit Blinn College
Blinn offers expert guidance to assist families in completing new FAFSA forms
New Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been released
Blinn psychology alum seeks to make a difference as a pediatric therapist
Augustus Cosby is currently pursuing his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Texas A&M University
Blinn College and East Texas A&M University forge new bachelor's degree pathway for safety and health students
Through the partnership, students can earn their AAS in Fire Safety and Health and their BAAS in Safety and Health
Blinn's Taylor elected to Southwestern Psychological Association leadership position
Phylicia Taylor will serve as a professional representative on the organization’s Executive Council
February
Blinn-Bryan Campus to host guest lecture on the importance of storytelling in history
Dr. David E. Shi will present 'Narrative History: Making the Past Come Alive' on Thursday, March 7
Blinn livestock judging team places fourth at San Antonio contest
Dax DeLozier leads effort as ninth high individual overall
Blinn College Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band to present concert
Free concert will be held at Dr. W.W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center on Brenham Campus
How Blinn College transfers are bolstering their resumes
Students who have completed 60 credit hours - including 15 at Blinn – can apply for reverse transfer online
Blinn inducts 84 Bryan and RELLIS campus students into national honor societies
Students earned membership into Phi Theta Kappa, Psi Beta, and the Sigma Kappa Delta honor societies
Bryan Collegiate High School grad discovered her pathway to a career in physical therapy through Blinn College's Health Sciences Summer Camp
Now a Blinn freshman, Sarah Denman was the first camp alumna to enroll in a Blinn Health Sciences program
Board of Trustees approves updated strategic plan
Board of Trustees approves updated strategic plan
Texas Woman’s University announce new music therapy co-enrollment partnership
Texas Woman’s University (TWU) and the Blinn College District are partnering to provide students a clear and affordable pathway to their Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy.
Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts Program to stage Greek tragedy 'Medea'
Performances will take place Feb. 22-25 at O'Donnell Performing Arts Center
Four Blinn students to serve on regional Student Government Association executive board
Hallie Ikenberry will serve as president
Aerospace engineer, Blinn alumnus Michael Harrison to present discussion regarding Higgs Boson particle
Higgs Boson was predicted to exist in 1964 and finally discovered in 2012
Local 7th and 8th graders can explore health science careers at the Blinn Health Sciences Summer Camp at Texas A&M-RELLIS
Camp features hands-on activities in nursing, EMS, fire science, physical therapy, radiologic technology, surgical technology, and veterinary technology
Blinn honored as a 2024 Bellwether Legacy Award finalist for its role in the RELLIS Academic Alliance
The Bellwether College Consortium’s Legacy Award is presented only once every five years
Blinn freshman livestock judging team tops Dixie National contest
Sophomore team places third overall
Clay Shootout sponsored by Blinn College Alumni and Friends, Buccaneer Alumni Lettermen will be held Friday, April 5
Shootout is the largest fundraiser benefiting Blinn College District
Adam's Angels Ministry gifts two endowed scholarships to Blinn Foundation
Scholarships earmarked for students from families that have battled cancer
New Blinn assistant band director Carnell Simmons has come 'full circle'
Simmons was a standout student in the College's music program
Phi Theta Kappa honors Blinn Executive Dean Chris Marrs with the Shirley B. Gordon Award of Distinction
Marrs will be recognized at PTK's annual convention in April
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Academic Technology would like to welcome faculty, staff and students to the start of another new year, and offer some reminders of how we can protect ourselves against Internet fraud and scams.
Love and physics collide when the Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe brings Nick Payne's 'Constellations' to the stage
Performances run Feb. 15-18 at the Blinn-Bryan Student Center
Blinn livestock judging places second at Fort Worth
Four Blinn students place in the top 10
Schaefer family gifts endowed scholarship to the Blinn College Foundation
Schaefer family gifts endowed scholarship to the Blinn College Foundation
January
Endowed scholarship honors Associate Degree Nursing Program alumna Kathleen Mynar
New Blinn endowed scholarship honors Associate Degree Nursing Program alumna Kathleen Mynar, RN
Houston Christian University, Blinn College announce new transfer partnership
Agreement offers Blinn students clear pathways to cyber engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science degrees from HCU
Blinn concludes its 2023-24 Performing Arts Series with 'Music of the Knights'
Blinn concludes its 2023-24 Performing Arts Series with 'Music of the Knights'
Blinn College District, Blinn Foundation announce new scholarship program for Austin County residents
Scholarship provides up to $1,000 in tuition support for Austin County residents for up to one year after they graduate from high school or earn their high school equivalency
New Blinn Alumni and Friends president ready to help students succeed
Hannah Schulz says Blinn classes prepared her for transitioning to large university
Blinn posts three top-five finishes as 2024 livestock judging begins
Team competes in Cattlemen’s Congress and National Western Stock Show contests
Blinn Staff Council embraces the holiday spirit with successful donation drive
Inaugural donation drive generates 240 pounds of food and goods for the Brazos Valley Food Bank
'The Beat Goes On' at Blinn's O'Donnell Center with Cher tribute show
Tickets are on sale now for the Thursday, Jan. 18, Broadway-style performance
Blinn College names 2,359 students to its fall 2023 chancellor's and deans' scholars lists
1,077 students earned Chancellor's Scholar honors with GPAs of at least 3.75
Blinn livestock judging team ranked No. 1 among community colleges
Livestockjudging.com is coming off a first-place finish at the Griswold Cattle Classic
Blinn offering medication aide courses
Certified medication aide, refresher course will be offered through interactive video classes
New Blinn endowed scholarship honors Stanley and Ann Sommer
The scholarship will be earmarked for agriculture and music students
Brazos County Commissioner Nancy Berry gifts endowed scholarship to the Blinn College Foundation
Scholarship will support student leaders from Brazos County high schools
Blinn-Schulenburg offering four upcoming Leisure Learning classes
Signups for Natural Health Remedies, Central Texas Vegetable Gardening, Ranching Organically, Living with Wildlife classes under way