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BSCTC welcomes new lineman instructor
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College welcomes Mark Crider as the newest lineman instructor. With over 40 years of experience in the lineman industry, including 27 years at Big Sandy RECC, Crider brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team. “Mark’s passion for linework is evident, and he’s eager to pass…
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BSCTC hosts ‘Chautauqua’ performance
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College invites you to attend a “Chautauqua” performance April 17 from 11:40 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Gearheart Auditorium located on the Prestonsburg Campus. Nancy Green became one of the first prosperous African American women in the U.S. Green was born enslaved in Montgomery County, Kentucky, in…
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Education First Employers program links local businesses with trained workforce
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College has announced a collaborative effort with leading regional companies to boost the local workforce and enhance earning opportunities. The Education First Employer program partners with businesses across vital sectors. Employers in the fields of health care, manufacturing, skilled trades, and others dedicated to making education accessible and…
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BSCTC kicks off Going Pro Signing Day with Appalachian Tank
PRESTONSBURG — April is Community College Month, celebrating these institutions’ role in shaping local communities and fostering career readiness. Big Sandy Community and Technical College kicks off the month with its Going Pro Signing Day honoring students and graduates embarking on professional careers. In collaboration with Appalachian Tank, a local manufacturer specializing in aluminum tanks,…
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Scholarships, food pantries, emergency aid among top priorities for BSCTC Giving Day set April 25
CITIZEN STAFF PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College will launch its inaugural BSCTC Giving Day April 25 during Community College Month. The 24-hour fundraising event provides the opportunity for the community to lend financial support for students. BSCTC President Scott Rule said funds will go toward scholarships, food pantries, emergency aid, student enrichment…
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Big Sandy hosts EKY Regional Science & Engineering Fair
PRESTONSBURG — Big Sandy Community and Technical College (BSCTC) recently hosted the East Kentucky Regional Science & Engineering Fair. Students in grades 4-12 were invited to display their scientific talents to earn a spot at the Kentucky Science & Engineering Fair. This program brings creativity and involvement from the community and allows students to explore…
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William G. Duke Golf Scramble set for May 10
The Big Sandy College Educational Foundation Inc. will host its annual William G. Duke Golf Scramble on Friday, May 10, at Stonecrest Golf Course in Prestonsburg. This day is about giving while you golf. It allows you to invest in the future, ensuring BSCTC students have access to educational resources and opportunities necessary to achieve…
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Elliot Contracting collaborates with BSCTC to offer real-world apprenticeship model opportunities
PRESTONSBURG — Elliot Contracting, a construction and contracting company based in Pikeville, is working alongside Big Sandy Community and Technical College to provide apprenticeship model opportunities for students pursuing technical careers. The collaboration bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world experience, empowering students in their chosen fields. Elliot Contracting will work closely with BSCTC…
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BSCTC begins fall line worker class with welcome from local electric companies
PRESTONSBURG — Bruce Aaron Davis, CEO of Big Sandy Rural Electric Cooperative Corporation, and Charles Huskie, American Electric Power representative, came to support another cohort of Big Sandy Community & Technical College’s line worker program. Davis addressed the students, emphasizing the significance of their chosen career path and the vital role line workers play in…