BRTC Machine Tool Technology Instructor Dr. Rick Barker Earns Ph.D.

2023 05 31_Rick Barker - Black River Technical College

Black River Technical College (BRTC) Machine Tool Technology Instructor Dr. Rick Barker recently earned a Doctorate in Philosophy of Innovation and Technology Management with an emphasis in engineering management from National University.

Barker also earned a Master’s degree in Vocational/Career and Technical Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Technology Management from Arkansas State University. He also holds an Associates in Business Management from Arkansas State University-Newport and an Associate’s in Business Communications from BRTC.

Barker and his wife Carie Barker reside in Jonesboro.

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1 DEADLINE: Fall semester financial aid paperwork, priority deadline 12:00 am - 11:59 pm DEADLINE: Fall semester financial aid paperwork, priority deadline Last Day to Add a Class(es) for Summer II 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Last Day to Add a Class(es) for Summer II Summer II Classes Begin 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Summer II Classes Begin OSHA 10 Hour 8:30 am - 2:30 pm OSHA 10 Hour Location & Classroom: Black River Technical College - 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, United States, ITC105 This 10-hour course taught by Keneasha Scott with K Scott Consults LLC, serves as an orientation to workplace safety and compliance in general industry. This class will discuss worker's rights and employer's responsibilities and focus on how to identify, avoid, control, and prevent occupational hazards.This course qualifies for the Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship. Qualified participants will attend for FREE!View More To Register for this class, click here: 10 Hour OSHA General Industry • • • •	2	3	4 Independence Day Holiday (Campus Closed) 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Independence Day Holiday (Campus Closed) •	5 BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer 12:00 am - 11:59 pm BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer •	6	7
8 Private - PROVEN Part 1 - NEA Baptist 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Private - PROVEN Part 1 - NEA Baptist Location & Classroom: Offsite- NEA Baptist •	9 Private - PROVEN Part 2 9:00 am - 11:00 am Private - PROVEN Part 2 Location & Classroom: Offsite- NEA Baptist •	10 60-Hour Real Estate Pre-License 8:00 am - 5:30 pm 60-Hour Real Estate Pre-License Location & Classroom: Begin a New Career in Real Estate! This 6 Day Intensive Course, required by Arkansas Real Estate Commission, is your first step to becoming a licensed Real Estate Agent. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the Arkansas Law and Regulations and cover the Basics of the Real Estate Industry. You can expect to learn the aspects of consumer representation, legal instruments, environmental issues, property management and more. Sign Up Today! July 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25 (W/TH) Lunch and refreshments will be provided each day. For more information or to register, please click this link: 60-Hour Real Estate Pre-license. OSHA 30 Hour Day 1 General Industry Open Enrollment 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 Hour Day 1 General Industry Open Enrollment Location & Classroom: Black River Technical College (1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450) This OSHA 30-hour General Industry Outreach Training course is a comprehensive safety training program designed for those working within general industry. The course design structure and content provides vital information for those working the following jobs: safety directors foremen field supervisors* LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED Workforce Challenge Scholarship available to qualified participants. Contact Dana for details. If you are interested in the class please click on this link: 30 Hour OSHA General Industry • •	11 Private - Leadership Development - ASP Troop J 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Private - Leadership Development - ASP Troop J Location & Classroom: Virtual Zoom location in ITC104 Basic Stained Glass Class #2 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Basic Stained Glass Class #2 Black River Technical College, Paragould, 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Location Map • •	12 BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer 12:00 am - 11:59 pm BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer •	13 Bob Ross Oil Painting Workshop Night Light Pocahontas 9:00 am - 11:00 am Bob Ross Oil Painting Workshop Night Light Pocahontas Black River Technical College, Law Enforcement Academy, 1410 AR-304 Suite 2, Pocahontas, AR 72455, USA Are you ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us for an exclusive painting class where we’ll recreate Bob Ross’s beautiful Night Light painting! No painting experience? No problem! Our friendly instructor will guide you step-by-step and all materials are provided. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned painter, this class is perfect for everyone to learn how to paint like Bob Ross. Relax, have fun, and take home your very own masterpiece! https://blackrivertech.edu/bob-ross-oil-painting-workshop-night-light-paragould-pocahontas/ Location Map Bob Ross Oil Painting Workshop Night Light Paragould 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Bob Ross Oil Painting Workshop Night Light Paragould Black River Technical College, Paragould, 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Are you ready to unleash your inner artist? Join us for an exclusive painting class where we’ll recreate Bob Ross’s beautiful Night Light painting! No painting experience? No problem! Our friendly instructor will guide you step-by-step and all materials are provided. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned painter, this class is perfect for everyone to learn how to paint like Bob Ross. Relax, have fun, and take home your very own masterpiece! https://blackrivertech.edu/bob-ross-oil-painting-workshop-night-light-paragould-pocahontas/ Location Map • •	14
15 Private - Stepping Up to Supervision - FMLA- 1st Choice Healthcare 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Private - Stepping Up to Supervision - FMLA- 1st Choice Healthcare Location & Classroom: BRTC Pocahontas •	16 Private - Conflict Res/De-escalation - OPTUS 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Private - Conflict Res/De-escalation - OPTUS Location & Classroom: Optus, Inc., 3423 One Pl, Jonesboro, AR 72404, USA Summer Sweets Cookie Decorating Paragould 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Summer Sweets Cookie Decorating Paragould Black River Technical College, Paragould, 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA From beach balls to pretty flowers, our instructor will guide you through step-by-step instructions to decorate your cookies like a pro. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned baker, our class is designed for all skill levels, so come one, come all! Space is limited; reserve your spot today! https://blackrivertech.edu/summer-sweets-cookie-decorating-paragould/ Location Map GED Graduation 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm GED Graduation • • •	17	18 Summer II Last Day to Drop a Class(es) 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Summer II Last Day to Drop a Class(es) Private - Anchor Frontline Leadership Development Program 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Private - Anchor Frontline Leadership Development Program Location & Classroom: Cooking Class Featuring Chicken 'n Dumplings and Fried Pies Paragould 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cooking Class Featuring Chicken 'n Dumplings and Fried Pies Paragould The Crossing Church, 101 S Pruett St, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Kitchen In this cooking class, you will make from scratch Chicken 'n Dumplings and good old-fashioned Chocolate Fried Pies. Our instructor will demonstrate step-by-step instructions for these delicious foods, everything will be provided and you get to take home everything you make. Location Map • • •	19 BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer 12:00 am - 11:59 pm BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer •	20	21
22 Private - PROVEN Part 1 - NEA Baptist 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Private - PROVEN Part 1 - NEA Baptist Location & Classroom: Offsite- NEA Baptist BBQ and Backyard Grillin 101 Paragould 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm BBQ and Backyard Grillin 101 Paragould Black River Technical College, Paragould, 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA John Lindsey is a 7-time World Championship Steak Qualifier and Multi-time BBQ & Grilling Grand Champion. He is the 2022 Arkansas National Steak Points Champion. John is a regular on the popular TV show Bama-Q TV “The Steakout” and has just finished shooting with The Country Network for the upcoming new show, “Barbeque Country”. In this class, we will be cooking Ribs and Pork Butts, as well as a few sides and a dessert. John will demonstrate how to prepare food and the proper grilling techniques for the perfect BBQ experience. https://blackrivertech.edu/bbq-and-backyard-grillin-101-paragould-2/ Location Map • •	23	24	25 Summer II Final Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Summer II Final Exams Private - Anchor Frontline Development Program 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Private - Anchor Frontline Development Program Location & Classroom: Private - Personal Development - PECO 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Private - Personal Development - PECO Location & Classroom: Peco Foods, 4114 US-67, Pocahontas, AR 72455, USA Pack Smarter - Not Harder Paragould at the GIN 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pack Smarter - Not Harder Paragould at the GIN 210 N Pruett St, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Do you overpack when you travel? In this class, you will learn tips and tricks to lighten the load in your liquids, toiletries, personal items, and luggage featuring decanting liquids and the pros/cons of packing cubes. Whether you are packing one bag only for budget airlines (only personal item bag is free), carry-on only, or checking a bag(s) you will learn tips and tricks to achieve your goal. Pack your favorite toiletries and liquids while maximizing space. Reduce without sacrifice. This class focuses on air travel but applies to any travel—R.V., cruise, car, train, or plane. https://blackrivertech.edu/pack-smarter-not-harder-paragould/ Location Map • • • •	26 BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer 12:00 am - 11:59 pm BRTC Closed on Fridays During the Summer •	27	28 Summer II Final Exams/Last Day of Classes (For Online Only) 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Summer II Final Exams/Last Day of Classes (For Online Only) •
29	30 Private - Personal Development - PECO 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Private - Personal Development - PECO Location & Classroom: Peco Foods, 4114 US-67, Pocahontas, AR 72455, USA Acrylic Canvas Painting Workshop Paragould 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Acrylic Canvas Painting Workshop Paragould Black River Technical College, Paragould, 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Unleash your inner artist by creating a beautiful canvas painting of a hummingbird in flight or the adorable cow in the flower garden. 16 x 20 Canvas Choose your Painting – Hummingbird or Cow in Flowers All Supplies Included Step by Step Instructions Expect to Have Fun and Feel Proud of Your Creation Take Home to Display or Give to a Loved One https://blackrivertech.edu/acrylic-canvas-painting-workshop-paragould-2/ Location Map • •	31 Private - 1st Choice HC - Strategic Planning Meeting 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Private - 1st Choice HC - Strategic Planning Meeting Location & Classroom: Cont Ed Bld Pocahontas room 113, Offsite 1 1st Choice is renting a room in Patti's building for their strategic planning meeting. •