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LCC Surpasses $1M Mark
Lamar Community College and the LCC Foundation have hit a significant milestone on its journey to build a new residence hall… $1 million dollars raised. Although they hope to raise funds beyond the college’s goal of $1.25 M, it is now only $187,158 from that objective. The construction project is due to be approved by […]
Women’s Basketball Players Sign to 4-Year Schools
(Lamar, Colorado; August 18, 2015) In addition to the May signings of point guards Gabriela Jimenez (University of Alaska Fairbanks) and Kelsey Grimaldo (Central Christian College, Kansas), the following four 2015 graduates have signed with four-year universities to continue their education and playing careers: Vanessa Maestas (Bear Creek) is a 5-2 guard who recently signed […]
Cutting the Costs of College
College is designed to be challenging; paying for it can be an unexpected test. While students can obtain financial aid in the form of scholarships, grants, work study, and student loans, it may not be enough to cover all of their expenses. On top of obvious college costs – tuition, fees, and books – students […]
Agri-Business Management Program Expanded to Baca, Bent, Kiowa and Prowers Counties
Informational session scheduled for July 29 LA JUNTA — Farm and ranch producers in Baca, Bent, Kiowa and Prowers counties will soon have the opportunity to enroll in a college-level Agri-Business Management program, without having to leave home. Otero Junior College is expanding its ABM program to serve these areas. Starting on August 17, a […]
Holly High School Class of 2015 graduates with nearly $450,000 in Scholarships
HOLLY, CO – Seventeen young men and women crossed a stage to a whole new beginning on May 17. Holly High School held commencement for the Class of 2015 – a class that has accomplished much in their four years of high school and was rewarded for it. During the graduation ceremony, the class was […]
LCC & CCCOnline Expand Online Courses
Lamar Community College has expanded its online course offerings for Spring 2015 in partnership with the Colorado Community College System and CCCOnline. In addition to the regular fifteen and ten week online spring offerings, CCCOnline will offer several courses in a new six week format. These additional offerings will provide students with even more flexibility […]
Spring Semester Quickly Approaching at LCC
There may still be snow on the ground, but at LCC it’s all about spring. Spring Semester is quickly approaching with most classes starting January 12. Registration is still open for all spring courses, both online and on campus. Those interested in registering for classes are encouraged to call 719.336.1590 as soon as possible to […]
LCC Honors Academic Achievement in Phi Theta Kappa Ceremony
(Lamar, Colorado, April 23, 2014) Lamar Community College’s Beta Eta Gamma chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society welcomed its newest members during the spring induction ceremony on March 27. New inductees are: Rebecca Abrams (Lamar), Keenan Brune (Nucla), Amber Comer (Lamar), Alicia Gallagher (Suffolk, England), Kassidy Hedrick (Perry, Utah), Luis Hernández (Albuquerque, New Mexico), […]
Local Families Receive Support to Apply for College Financial Aid
College Goal Sunday hits Lamar to help families pay for college Lamar, CO – On Sunday, February 9, 2014, local families in Lamar and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to attend College Goal Sunday to receive free assistance on how to pay for college. College Goal Sunday will be held in Lamar Community College […]
Runnin’ Lopes Booster Club Announces Adopt-An-Athlete
(Lamar, Colorado; October 16, 2012) The Lamar Community College Runnin’ Lopes Booster Club announces the creation of an Adopt-an-Athlete program, effective immediately. This exciting development gives Booster Club and community members the opportunity to show support for LCC athletes and become more involved in Runnin’ Lopes athletics. The Adopt-an-Athlete program is set to be in […]
Veterans Retraining Assistance Program through Lamar Community College
Lamar Community College is proud to announce an additional opportunity for veterans to receive financial assistance toward their college educations through the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP). Funds are available due to the VOW to Hire Heroes Act of 2011.Through the program, veterans can receive up to 12 months of educational training assistance. The assistance […]
LCC RODEO: Edwards Signs for 2012-2013
Wesley Edwards, a 2012 graduate of Belen High School (Belen, NM), signs a letter of intent to rodeo for Lamar Community College as his father Robert and LCC rodeo coach Fred Sherwood observe. Wesley will pursue an Associate of Applied Science in Horse Training & Management. He is currently fifth in Team Roping – Heading […]
Business of the Week – Eagles Lodge
You help your community thrive when you shop locally! Be sure to read The Prowers Journal each week when the Lamar Chamber of Commerce and The Prowers Journal highlight a featured Business of the Week. This week we are proud to spotlight The Lamar Eagles Lodge, located at 1220 South Main Street in Lamar and you can call them at: 719.336.3780 Who are the […]
Lamar Preseason Baseball & Softball Spring Camp
In recognition of our ball playing tradition, the LAMAR WORLD SERIES COMMITTEE is sponsoring a PRESEASON BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL SPRING CAMP, under the direction of Diamond Club Baseball, LLC from Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Diamond Club Baseball, LLC is known for their outstanding instructional facility, youth programs, coaching and baseball teams in the Denver area. […]
LCC Men’s Basketball Update 1-24-2012
The LCC men’s basketball team picked up its first win in 2012 last week with a 90-89 win over Clarendon College last Wednesday in Clarendon, TX. However their struggles continue as they dropped a 74-71 decision against Northeastern Junior College, Saturday in Sterling, CO. The Runnin’ Lopes are now 5-12 on the season and 0-3 […]
Lamar Retail Trades Plans for Summerfest/LCC Fall Students
Retailers and vendors need to sign up at the Lamar Chamber of Commerce for booth space for the June 4 Summerfest. Sidewalk sales and downtown entertainment events are being planned by the Lamar Retail Trades committee for that Saturday, from 10am to 4pm. Any retailer, or civic or social organization, should contact the chamber at […]
Local Scholarships Selected by Lamar Alumni
Lamar Union High School / Lamar High School Alumni Association announces four scholarship recipients chosen by the association from the 2011 graduation classes. Adam Parker – Lamar High School – Attending CSU Pueblo this fall to follow a business career. Ashley Lawrence – Lamar High School – College bound in Colorado to become a forensic […]