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December

December 16, 2022
Blinn celebrates 575 fall 2022 graduates

Registration currently available for Blinn’s winter minimester and spring semester

December 16, 2022
Blinn College engineering students make suggestions for improving Brenham park

Teams propose enhancements to Hattie Mae Flowers Park in public service project

December 15, 2022
Blinn Paramedic Program recognizes 20 graduates with pinning ceremony

Real-world scenarios prepare students to serve the community and save lives

December 14, 2022
Blinn recognizes 45 Associate Degree Nursing graduates with pinning ceremony

Blinn ADN graduates rank among the state leaders on the national licensure exam

December 12, 2022
Intelligent.com ranks Blinn’s online small business management degree the best in the south

Blinn offers its Associate of Applied Science degree and Level-2 certificate online and on the Brenham and Bryan campuses

December 9, 2022
Blinn College inducts 104 Bryan Campus students to national honor society

To earn membership, Phi Theta Kappa inductees must earn a 3.5 GPA with 12 transferable credit hours

December 8, 2022
Ebony Club gifts $25,000 to establish new endowed scholarship

Club continues long history of service with gift to the Blinn College Foundation

December 7, 2022
Blinn highlights apprenticeship opportunities during Houston-area conference

Blinn partners with local employers to prepare students for high-demand, high-wage electrician careers

December 6, 2022
Blinn nursing student encourages fellow graduates to chase their dreams

Paige Friendshuh will graduate with her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing this month

December 5, 2022
Former Blinn College District trustee Teddy Boehm honored with endowed scholarship

Boehm's children gift $15,466 to Blinn College Foundation

December 1, 2022
Blinn recognized for excellence in financial reporting for the third consecutive year

GFOA recognizes Blinn's transparent financial management and planning

November

November 30, 2022
Blinn students praised for their work on Performing Arts Series concert

Students managed lighting and staging during Billy McGuigan’s Pop Rock Orchestra concert at Blinn-Brenham’s O’Donnell Center

November 28, 2022
$180,000 grant will allow Blinn to expand student mentoring program

Blinn Navigators help students succeed in college and beyond

November 18, 2022
Blinn students see the law come to life during Texas 10th Court of Appeals visit.

2022 marks the court’s first visit to the Blinn RELLIS Administration Building at Texas A&M-RELLIS after holding court on the Blinn-Bryan Campus since 2012

November 17, 2022
Blinn College-Brenham honor society inducts 19 students

Students inducted into Phi Theta Kappa's Beta Alpha Chapter

November 16, 2022
November 15, 2022
Blinn-Bryan hosts Texas Junior College SGA Region IV fall meeting

Three Blinn College students serve on the Region IV Board of Directors

November 15, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees adopts updated redistricting map

Redistricting map aligns with the Washington County commissioner precinct map

November 15, 2022
Blinn named a finalist for two national Bellwether Awards

For the second consecutive year, Blinn has been named a Bellwether Award finalist for two pioneering initiatives

November 14, 2022
Texas A&M Engineering at Blinn student gets the best of both worlds

Through the co-enrollment program, Cooper Bennett enjoys small class sizes at Blinn while pursuing his Texas A&M engineering bachelor's degree

November 8, 2022
U.S. Marine veteran continues dedication to service through Blinn's Associate Degree Nursing Program

Blinn graduate Donald E. Boston III works as an ICU trauma nurse at St. David’s South Austin Medical Center

November 1, 2022
Blinn offers other community college leaders tips to promote online student success

Blinn recently was invited to speak at the Association of Community College Trustees Leadership Congress in New York City

October

October 27, 2022
'I always knew it was in my nature to want to care for people'

Blinn College nursing student Megan Schreuder and paramedic student Trey Urech put their skills to the test during three-day emergency simulation exercise

October 25, 2022
Blinn College-Brenham Campus Theatre Arts instructor elected to lead Texas Educational Theatre Association

Erin Moore will serve as president-elect, president, and past president

October 24, 2022
Presentation to spotlight the last president of the Republic of Texas

Professor Chuck Swanlund presents ‘Anson Jones: Forgotten President of the Republic’ Tuesday, Nov. 1, at 6:30 p.m.

October 20, 2022
Bill Thienes gifts $25,000 for Blinn College District nursing programs to introduce virtual-reality training

Technology is increasingly valuable in training the next generation of nursing professionals

October 18, 2022
Blinn College livestock judging teams earn top finishes as 2022-23 season begins

Blinn places second overall at Cimarron Classic, takes top spot in State Fair of Texas freshman division

October 18, 2022
Board of Trustees authorizes Blinn to develop partnership with Sealy ISD that would relocate Sealy Campus programs

Blinn is exploring moving its Sealy Campus operations from Outlet Mall Drive to a Sealy ISD facility

October 17, 2022
Blinn College opens winter minimester and spring semester course registration

Winter minimester begins Dec. 19 and spring classes begin Jan. 17

October 14, 2022
Larry and Mary Whigham, Blinn College Foundation gift Blinn Music Department a grand piano

Blinn Music Department offers associate degrees and ensemble performance opportunities

October 12, 2022
Blinn College-Brenham Theatre Arts Program earns awards

'Houdini' receives seven honors from Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

October 10, 2022
Blinn student pays it forward through the Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Emily Johnson plans to work in pediatrics after completing Blinn’s Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program. The application cycle for fall 2023 admission to the PTA Program opens Oct. 1

October 7, 2022
Blinn-Bryan math major finds his voice through theatre

Michael Colonica plays an ensemble of characters in the Blinn-Bryan Theatre Troupe's upcoming production, 'The Baltimore Waltz'

October 6, 2022
Blinn College Band hosting 47th annual Buccaneer Marching Festival on Saturday

Bands from seven high schools expected to participate at Cub Stadium in Brenham

October 3, 2022
Blinn College District encourages eligible students to apply for spring 2023 Perkins Grant funds

Online application for textbook assistance is open through 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 10

October 3, 2022
Garrison Rutledge finds room to grow in Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts Program

Self-described as a ‘terrible actor’ when he started, sophomore will play the lead role in upcoming ‘Houdini’

September

September 29, 2022
Blinn College environmental science class witnesses earthquake via seismograph

Geology Professor Michael Dalman was lecturing on quakes when one hit in Mexico

September 28, 2022
Blinn College-Brenham hosting performance by acclaimed tenor Christopher Pfund

Recital will be held Wednesday, Oct. 5, at Finke Recital Hall

September 22, 2022
This Blinn College sophomore is building more than robots as he pursues his mechatronics degree. He's also building a career.

Garcia appreciates the program’s hands-on learning opportunities, affordability, and small class sizes

September 20, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees receives positive fall enrollment report

Preliminary figures show a 2.52% increase over last year

September 19, 2022
Blinn alumna finds pathway to her dream job through Blinn Surgical Technology Program

Recent graduates maintain a perfect national certification pass rate and employment rate

September 16, 2022
Nancy Berry elected Chair of the Blinn College Foundation Board of Directors

Sam Sommer will be vice-chair and Kevin Mutscher was elected secretary/treasurer

September 15, 2022
More than 150 high school students take part in the inaugural Buccaneer Band Experience

Day culminates with performance with Blinn band at halftime of football game

September 12, 2022
A California nomad finds her home in Blinn's Welding Technology Program

Associate of Applied Science degree provides universally recognized credentials and training to succeed in the welding field

September 9, 2022
Blinn graduate presents research at national psychology conference

Dylan Franke was one of only six community college participants to showcase their findings at the American Psychological Association’s Annual Convention in Minneapolis

September 7, 2022
Bill Thienes Engineering Endowed Scholarship established at Blinn College

Retired engineer seeks to help future Blinn engineering students

September 7, 2022
Blinn Alumni and Friends Association to induct five new members into Hall of Honor

Ray Daugbjerg, Eunice Kelm, Lawrence Hemann, F.C. "Sonny" Schulte and the Rev. Randy Wells will be recognized Friday, Sept. 30

September 2, 2022
Three Blinn faculty will hold TCCTA leadership roles this year

Dr. Patrick Gilbert, Dr. Leslie Janac, and Kwohn Whitaker will represent Blinn

September 2, 2022
Dr. April Kinkead named new Dean of Humanities

Kinkead has been elected Faculty Senate President three times

August

August 31, 2022
Seven graduate from Blinn Vocational Nursing Program

Students completed Blinn’s blended online program

August 26, 2022
Blinn provides the community with more opportunities to grow careers and earn nationally recognized trade credentials

Blinn becomes National Center for Construction Education (NCCER) Accredited Training Sponsor (ATS)

August 25, 2022
Blinn College District partners with Royal ISD's early college high school

Through dual-credit courses, students can earn their associate degree as they complete their high school diploma

August 25, 2022
Bryans gift endowed scholarship for Blinn students from Washington County

Chip Bryan says scholarship aided him when he attended college

August 17, 2022
The Blinn College District names its 2022 Teaching Excellence Award winners

James Lanfrey, Tracy Matthies, Melissa Meek, and Trixy Roy are recognized for their commitment to Blinn students

August 16, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees lowers tax rate to $0.0377 per $100 of property value

The College's most recent economic impact study shows that taxpayers gain $5.80 in value for every dollar they invest in Blinn

August 15, 2022
August 12, 2022
Blinn to open its second building at Texas A&M-RELLIS this fall

The Blinn RELLIS Administration Building features 19 classrooms, an esports arena, engineering and technology labs, and a 5,500-square-foot banquet room

August 10, 2022
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August 9, 2022
Blinn celebrates the grand opening of a new Brenham Campus residence hall

Prairie Lea Hall offers rooms for more than 500 students

August 8, 2022
Blinn graphic design students use their artistic talents to support Habitat for Humanity

Students created a new logo and T-shirt design to commemorate the 15th build of Bryan’s Circle of Women

August 5, 2022
Cloud computing courses place Blinn students on the path to high-wage careers with Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Google

Students who earn cloud computing certifications can earn six-figure salaries in this high-demand field

August 2, 2022
Blinn recognizes Surgical Technology Program graduates with pinning ceremony

Program prepares students for high-demand field in the healthcare industry

July

July 18, 2022
Public welcome at Blinn’s Moody Library

W.L. Moody Jr. Library offers services to everyone, including computers, books, DVDs, and even video games

July 1, 2022
Lifelong teacher honored with endowed scholarship at Blinn College

Ellie Vanderwerth’s career included volunteering as a bus driver so rural students could attend high school

June

June 29, 2022
Approximately 250 campers from across the nation attend Blinn livestock judging camps

Blinn Agricultural Sciences Department and livestock judging team host annual camps

June 27, 2022
Blinn celebrates 38 vocational nursing graduates with pinning ceremony

Vocational nurses earn a median salary of $48,070 and employment is growing nationwide

June 21, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees adopts approximately $121.3 million budget

FY 2023 budget includes pay raises for full-time faculty and staff

June 16, 2022
STEI Summer Camp participants get behind-the-scenes look at healthcare technology

Three-day camp packed with activities, including 3-D printing, drone display, and EMS visit

June 16, 2022
Blinn Health Sciences Summer Camp introduces students to health science career options

7th and 8th graders used Blinn’s state-of-the-art clinical simulation labs to learn about real-world emergency scenarios

June 15, 2022
Houston-area native pursuing childhood dream through Blinn Fire Science Program

David Noltensmeyer left business school to earn Associate of Applied Science degrees in Fire Safety and Health and Fire Science Technology

June 9, 2022
June 8, 2022
Citizens State Bank sponsoring Blinn SBDC QuickBooks course

All-day workshop teaches small business owners to get the most from their desktop accounting software

June 7, 2022
Blinn summer camp allows high school students to explore careers in the construction industry

Introduction to Construction Summer Camp runs June 20-July 1 on the RELLIS Campus

June 1, 2022
Germania Insurance gifts second endowed scholarship to the Blinn College Foundation

Endowed scholarship celebrates Germania’s 125th anniversary

May

May 27, 2022
Nursing website ranks Blinn ADN Program No. 2 in the southwestern United States

NursingProcess.org rankings were developed based upon academic quality, NCLEX pass rate, affordability, and reputation

May 26, 2022
Six Blinn College District faculty and staff recognized with 2022 NISOD Excellence Awards

Recipients will be honored with medallions recognizing their service to students and the community

May 25, 2022
LeRow finds success as member of Blinn College's livestock judging team

Sophomore credits coaches, teammates for individual accolades

May 24, 2022
Brenham Junior High School eighth graders explore Blinn College programs, facilities

Students tour the A.W. Hodde, Jr. Technical Education Center and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Innovation Building

May 23, 2022
Innovation Center seeing growing use as students, staff embrace technology

Engineering major Aanooalii Filoialii calls it ‘my favorite building on the whole campus’

May 20, 2022
A family bound by Blinn gets a special moment during the College's 145th commencement ceremony

Dean Brandon Franke presented his son, Dylan, with his graduation scroll

May 19, 2022
Blinn names 1,801 students to its spring 2022 chancellor's and deans' scholars lists

869 students earn Chancellor’s Scholar honors with GPAs of at least 3.75

May 19, 2022
Blinn introduces new Mexican American and African American history courses for fall 2022

All four courses can be applied toward the core curriculum American History requirement

May 19, 2022
Boots and Blue Jeans raises more than $20,000 to support Blinn College-Sealy Campus students

Total includes a $10,000 gift from the Mark Chapman Foundation

May 19, 2022
$500,000 pledge to Blinn College STEI health sciences fulfilled

Gift made by Sally Blackie-Sengel, BetsWest Foundation

May 18, 2022
May 17, 2022
Blinn trustees authorize sale of 95 acres to Bryan ISD

Board of Trustees also authorizes the College to negotiate and execute painting and online proctoring contracts

May 16, 2022
Blinn's newest residence hall will feature larger rooms, group study pods, and even a community kitchen

Students can apply today for summer and fall housing on the Brenham Campus

May 13, 2022
Bill Thienes gifts $33,000 to the Blinn College Foundation for nursing student scholarships

Donation honors late wife, daughter-in-law who was a nurse

May 13, 2022
Blinn College District FutureWorks Academy celebrates new class of graduates

Leadership program looks to enhance personal growth, develop ways to help students, faculty, and staff

May 11, 2022
Blinn wins five national marketing awards

Blinn wins two gold awards for its soccer and volleyball recruiting guide and two silver awards for its spring registration guide

May 10, 2022
Blinn recognizes 62 Associate Degree Nursing graduates with pinning ceremony

Blinn ADN graduates rank among the state leaders on the national licensure exam

May 9, 2022
Retired Marine pursues dream by earning his Associate of Science in Business at Blinn

Michael Rocha, 46, will speak at Blinn’s 145th commencement ceremony in Brenham on Thursday, May 12

May 6, 2022
More than 200 Blinn College graduates to walk the stage at spring commencement

Altogether, approximately 900 Blinn students will earn degrees, certificates, and occupational skills awards

May 5, 2022
Blinn named a 2022 Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges Award winner

Award recognizes Blinn’s inclusive learning and working environments and community engagement opportunities

April

April 29, 2022
Blinn announces the 2022 Agricultural Mechanics Project Show winners

More than 140 high school students and 4-H members from across Texas showcased their skills

April 25, 2022
Blinn Dental Hygiene Program provides more than $20,000 in free dental services to local children

Fifty-eight children received free dental care during the 12th annual Give Kids a Smile event

April 25, 2022
Clay Shootout raises $107,000 for Blinn College District programs

Event hosted by the Alumni and Friends and Buccaneer Alumni Lettermen associations

April 22, 2022
Blinn College-Schulenburg course offers organic pest and weed control solutions

Community education course will meet May 17 and 19

April 19, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees recognizes students and authorizes new cloud computing and web programming degrees

The board also authorizes the College District to negotiate contracts for facilities upgrades

April 18, 2022
Blinn-Bryan honor society recognized again with three awards at international conference

Chapter reflects Blinn’s ongoing dedication to academic excellence by inducting 187 new Bryan Campus students

April 18, 2022
Blinn library displaying exhibit from Brenham Heritage Museum

Display features historical items from African American families, information on tracing ancestry

April 12, 2022
Endowed scholarship honoring Jose Gonzales, Jr. established at Blinn College

Scholarship will benefit carpentry students at Blinn

April 11, 2022
Five students graduate from Blinn College Certified Nurse Aide Program

Program prepares students for in-demand roles as essential caregivers and pathway into other healthcare fields

April 8, 2022
Blinn-Bryan honor society recognized with six awards at regional convention

Alpha Phi Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa received individual and group awards for their commitment to leadership and student success

April 7, 2022
Blinn-Bryan Student Government Association wins two statewide awards

Blinn-Bryan student SarahLynn McCord is elected to serve as 2022-23 state treasurer

April 7, 2022
Three from Blinn-Brenham Student Government Association elected to Region IV offices

Thornton, Powell, and Glaze elected at annual state convention

April 5, 2022
Blinn launches new Paramedic-to-RN Transition Program for fall 2022

Streamlined degree plan allows paramedics to apply their knowledge and skills toward their Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing

March

March 28, 2022
Mary and Larry Whigham establish scholarship in honor of Blinn Professor John Dujka

John Dujka Excellence Scholarship will be awarded annually to a Blinn music student

March 23, 2022
Blinn launches new mechatronics program to begin this fall

Mechatronics blend electrical, mechanical, software, and computer engineering skills to meet the technological needs of 21st-century industry

March 15, 2022
March 14, 2022
Blinn-Bryan student plans a career helping others through social work

Blinn social work courses transfer seamlessly towards Tarleton State University's Bachelor of Social Work degree at the RELLIS Campus

March 11, 2022
Blinn to host two upcoming vocal performances

Dr. Diane Burt will perform March 23; Blinn student Mikayla Wallis and Professor Dr. Daniel Johnson will perform ‘The Telephone’ on March 25

March 10, 2022
Blinn Board of Trustees sets tuition and fee rates for 2022-2023 academic year

Board also approves items related to three upcoming renovation projects

March 9, 2022
High school dual credit student finding his spark in Blinn College's Welding Technology Program

Jonathan Jameson is pursuing his Associate of Applied Science Degree in Welding Technology at the A.W. Hodde, Jr. Technical Education Center

March 8, 2022
Ten Blinn students earn all-state band recognition

All-state honorees were invited to perform at the Texas Community College Band Directors Association annual convention

March 7, 2022
Blinn-Brenham Theatre Arts earns superior rating for 'Golden Boy'

Blinn hosts annual Texas Community College Speech and Theatre Association Play Festival

March 3, 2022
Blinn staff visiting senior English classes at Brenham High School to assist students preparing for college

Blinn staff will help students complete college and scholarship applications, explore degree plans, and answer questions

March 2, 2022
Eighteen Blinn students receive basic construction safety certificates

Graduates earn their NCCER CORE and can build credentials through other Blinn skilled trades courses

February

February 28, 2022
Blinn College livestock judging team wins the San Antonio Livestock Exposition

Blinn places three individuals in top five at Saturday contest

February 21, 2022
Eighteen Blinn students receive plumbing, electrical certificates

Graduates earn nationally recognized credentials and gain skills for immediate employment

February 16, 2022
February 15, 2022
Blinn board approves construction items for the Bryan and RELLIS campuses

Bryan Campus Administration Building will begin construction this summer while the RELLIS Administration Building will open for the fall semester.

February 14, 2022
February 7, 2022
Six students graduate from Blinn Phlebotomy Technician Program

Students received support through Project Unity partnership aimed at providing training and employment opportunities

February 1, 2022
UHV, Blinn College strike new partnership agreement

C.A.P.S. Program allows students to earn their associate and bachelor's degrees for under $25,000

January

January 28, 2022
Five Blinn students selected to All-Texas Academic Team

Chineyemba, Prowell, Tijerina, Thomas, Jaouhari recognized for leadership, civic contributions

January 20, 2022
Blinn College livestock judging team places third at National Western Stock Show

Kelton Poe is top overall individual at contest in Denver

January 19, 2022
Blinn names 2,400 students to its fall 2021 Chancellor's and Deans' Scholars Lists

1,089 students earn Chancellor’s Scholar honors with GPAs of at least 3.75

January 18, 2022
Blinn accepts $400,000 gift in support of nursing scholarships

Wheeler Foundation has gifted $1 million toward Blinn scholarships in the past four years

January 10, 2022
Blinn's academic transfer rate once again ranks No. 1 among Texas community colleges

Blinn’s unique co-enrollment and transfer partnerships allow students to pursue bachelor’s degrees with Texas A&M and other universities

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