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Upcoming Events

March 2, 2026

12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Intent to Graduate Form Due
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Midterm Exams
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
OSHA 30 General Industry
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cancelled Harmony Within: Vibrational Sound Therapy Workshop

	March 2026
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						1 DEADLINE: Scholarship applications (except single parent) 12:00 am - 11:59 pm DEADLINE: Scholarship applications (except single parent) Foundation & Private Scholarship Deadline 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Foundation & Private Scholarship Deadline Foundation Scholarship Deadline 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Foundation Scholarship Deadline • • •
2 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A Intent to Graduate Form Due 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Intent to Graduate Form Due Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams OSHA 30 General Industry 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry Location & Classroom: OSHA 30 General Industry 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry Location & Classroom: Please use Course ID # 10554 and click on this link to register: Register Cancelled Harmony Within: Vibrational Sound Therapy Workshop 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Cancelled Harmony Within: Vibrational Sound Therapy Workshop 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Instructed by Lotus & Crow Discover the calming and restorative power of sound in this immersive Vibrational Sound Therapy Workshop. Designed to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support emotional well-being, this unique experience blends learning with hands-on practice to help you reconnect with balance and peace. Participants will explore how sound frequencies and vibration can positively influence the mind, body, and spirit through guided instruction and interactive activities. Whether you’re curious about holistic wellness practices or simply looking for a meaningful way to unwind, this workshop offers a welcoming and restorative environment. What You'll Experience An introduction to the science and history of sound healing Breathing exercises and guided meditation for mindfulness Hands-on interaction with sound therapy instruments Exploration of energy balancing and relaxation techniques A workbook to support your learning and reflection Leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and equipped with new tools to support your personal wellness journey. Class Details Tuesday, March 3, 2026 6:00-7:30 pm BRTC Paragould Campus Cost $55.00 Deadline to Register: Monday, March 2, 2026 For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611 or community@blackrivertech.edu. Register Location Map • • • • • •	3 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	4 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams 1st 8 Week Finals 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 1st 8 Week Finals Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A OSHA 30 General Industry 8:00 am - 5:00 pm OSHA 30 General Industry Location & Classroom: Click on the link below to register using Course ID # 10554: Register Proven Parts 1 & 2 - Cross Ridge - Wynne 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Proven Parts 1 & 2 - Cross Ridge - Wynne Location & Classroom: • • • • •	5 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams 1st 8 Week Finals 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 1st 8 Week Finals Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A PARAGOULD -- BRTC Board of Trustees Meeting 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm PARAGOULD -- BRTC Board of Trustees Meeting • • • •	6 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams 1st 8 Week Finals 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 1st 8 Week Finals Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • • •	7 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams 1st 8 Week Finals 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 1st 8 Week Finals • •	8 Midterm Exams 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Midterm Exams 1st 8 Week Finals 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 1st 8 Week Finals • •
9 2nd 8-Week Classes Begin 12:00 am - 11:59 pm 2nd 8-Week Classes Begin Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	10 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	11 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 60 Hr Pre License 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 60 Hr Pre License Location & Classroom: Click button below to register and use Course Code # 10536: REGISTER • •	12 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	13 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	14 BRTC Foundation Donor Reception 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm BRTC Foundation Donor Reception •	15 ASPSF Scholarship Deadline-Summer 12:00 am - 11:59 pm ASPSF Scholarship Deadline-Summer •
16 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	17 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	18 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	19 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	20 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	21	22
23 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A Spring Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Spring Break • •	24 Spring Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Spring Break Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	25 Spring Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Spring Break Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	26 Spring Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Spring Break Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	27 Spring Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Spring Break Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A • •	28	29
30 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	31 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •

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March 2, 2026

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OSHA 30 General Industry
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OSHA 30 General Industry
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Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas

March 3, 2026

8:00 am - 5:00 pm
OSHA 30 General Industry

March 4, 2026

8:00 am - 5:00 pm
OSHA 30 General Industry
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Proven Parts 1 & 2 - Cross Ridge - Wynne
5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Pocahontas Electrical Apprentice
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Five Rivers Plumbing Apprentice Pocahontas

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NEWS & EVENTS

BRTC Board of Trustees to Hold Quarterly Meeting

By Claire Fisher | March 2, 2026

The Black River Technical College (BRTC) Board of Trustees will hold its quarterly meeting at 12:30 p.m. on March 5 on the Paragould campus. For more information about BRTC visit https://blackrivertech.edu/.

Paragould Campus Store and Coffee Shop Associate Manager

By Human Resources | February 26, 2026

Black River Technical College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Paragould Campus Store and Coffee Shop Associate Manager. This is a full time, 12-month position. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Campus Store and Coffee Shop Associate Manager works in conjunction with the Campus Store/Procurement Manager and Food Prep Coordinator. This position will be responsible […]

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BRTC Announces 2026 Black History Month Event

By Claire Fisher | February 19, 2026

Black River Technical College (BRTC), in collaboration with the Eddie Mae Herron Center, will be hosting a Black History Month Event on Tuesday, February 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The event will be held at the Randolph County Development Center on the Pocahontas campus, located at 1410 Hwy. 304 East. This year’s speaker […]

BRTC & WBU Sign Workforce Development Pact

By Claire Fisher | February 17, 2026

Two higher education institutions in northeast Arkansas are joining forces to help prepare the region’s workforce. Black River Technical College and Williams Baptist University formally signed a workforce partnership agreement Tuesday, Feb. 17, in a ceremony on the Williams campus. “The partnership we sign today joins two outstanding and very distinct institutions in common cause […]

Black River Grill Closed 2/18

By Claire Fisher | February 16, 2026

Black River Grill will be closed Wednesday, February 18. Pocahontas Rotary Club will still meet at normal time and location.

BRTC Hires Cristian Ruiz as Instructional Designer

By Claire Fisher | February 16, 2026

BRTC is pleased to announce Cristian Ruiz has moved to the position of Instructional Designer. Congratulations, Cristian! For more information about employment opportunities at BRTC https://blackrivertech.edu/employment/

BRTC Awards Sylvia Cagle Single Parent Scholarship

By Claire Fisher | February 16, 2026

De Hallert of Maynard has been awarded the Sylvia Cagle Single Parent Scholarship. Hallert is a 1990 graduate of Douglas High School. She is the mother of 5 children: Jessica McCollum, Alisha Hallert, Lauren Hallert, Anthony Cupit, and Aiden Hudson. She is seeking a degree in business administration. The Sylvia Cagle Single Parent Scholarship is […]

Fiscal Support Specialist -Accounts Payable

By Human Resources | February 12, 2026

Black River Technical College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fiscal Support Specialist for the Office of Finance and Administration on the Pocahontas campus. This is a full-time and 12-month position. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The Fiscal Support Specialist works under general supervision of the Accountant and Business Office Manager and is responsible for […]

Marketing Specialist

By Human Resources | February 12, 2026

Black River Technical College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Marketing Specialist for the Office of Institutional Advancement (IA). This is a full-time, non-classified, 12-month position. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Marketing Specialist reports to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and is responsible for the planning, development, and implementation of a wide variety […]

BRTC Awards Eldridge Leon Neece Memorial Scholarship

By Claire Fisher | February 10, 2026

David Stone of Conway has been awarded the Eldridge Leon Neece Memorial Scholarship. Stone is a 2007 graduate of Conway High School. He is the son of Jayme Stone of Russellville and Dennis Stone of DeQueen. He is married to Erinn Stone and is seeking a degree in criminal justice. The Eldridge Leon Neece Memorial […]

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