BRTC Awards ESNA Scholarship

Kate Whitlow of Pocahontas has been awarded the ESNA Scholarship.

Whitlow is a 2024 graduate of Sloan-Hendrix High School. She is the daughter of Scott and Dena Whitlow of Pocahontas, and she is seeking a degree in nursing.

The ESNA Scholarship funded by ESNA is made possible through the 2024 BRTC Foundation Golf Tournament headlined by Proventus. The $1,000 scholarship package enables donors to offer a $1,000 scholarship to a student the following fall, provided the student meets academic requirements.

Congratulations, Kate!

For more information about creating or supporting a scholarship, contact Shawna Lepard at (870) 248-4026 or email her at shawna.lepard@blackrivertech.edu.

	January 2026
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			1 Holiday Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Holiday Break DEADLINE: Spring semester financial aid paperwork, final deadline 12:00 am - 11:59 pm DEADLINE: Spring semester financial aid paperwork, final deadline • •	2 Holiday Break 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Holiday Break •	3	4
5 Convocation 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Convocation Faculty/Staff Report for Spring 2026 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Faculty/Staff Report for Spring 2026 BRTC Offices Open 8:00 am - 9:00 am BRTC Offices Open • • •	6 Convocation 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Convocation •	7 Convocation 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Convocation •	8 Convocation 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Convocation New Student Orientation - Pocahontas 9:00 am - 11:00 am New Student Orientation - Pocahontas • •	9 Convocation 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Convocation New Student Orientation - Paragould 10:00 am - 12:00 pm New Student Orientation - Paragould • •	10	11
12 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A Classes Begin - Spring 2026 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Classes Begin - Spring 2026 • •	13 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	14 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	15 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	16 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	17	18
19 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A Martin Luther King Day - No Classes 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Martin Luther King Day - No Classes • •	20 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	21 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	22 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	23 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	24	25
26 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	27 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A A Journey with Essential Oils 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm A Journey with Essential Oils 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Instructed by Lotus & Crow Step into the world of aromatherapy and discover how nature’s most powerful plant essences can support your body, mind, and spirit. In this immersive, hands-on class, you’ll explore the beauty and versatility of essential oils while learning how to use them intentionally for relaxation, emotional balance, and everyday wellness. Guided by Lotus & Crow, you’ll learn the fundamentals of essential oils—what they are, how they work, and how to safely blend them for a variety of needs. This class blends education with creativity, giving you practical knowledge you can immediately incorporate into your daily life. Whether you’re brand new to essential oils or ready to deepen your understanding, you’ll leave feeling confident and inspired. In this class, you will: Learn the foundational properties and uses of essential oils Discover how to safely and effectively blend oils for different purposes Gain practical tips for incorporating essential oils into your everyday routine Create your own foaming hand soap to take home Class Includes: Lecture, workbook, hands-on creation, and a complete take-home kit Class Details: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 6:00-7:30 pm BRTC Paragould Room 107 Cost $55 Deadline to Register: Friday, January 23, 2026 For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611, 870-248-4180, or community@blackrivertech.edu https://blackrivertech.edu/a-journey-with-essential-oils-workshop-paragould/ Location Map • •	28 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A UALR Transfer Recruiter On-campus - Pocahontas 10:00 am - 1:00 pm UALR Transfer Recruiter On-campus - Pocahontas • •	29 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A Valentine Cards & Treat Holders Workshop - Paragould 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm Valentine Cards & Treat Holders Workshop - Paragould 1 Black River Dr, Paragould, AR 72450, USA Instructed by: Laura Diamond, Independent Stampin' Up Demonstrator Join us for a fun and creative Valentine-themed crafting class! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll use a Valentine stamp set to create four handmade cards and two treat holders, all featuring coordinating Valentine designs. This class is perfect for all skill levels and offers a wonderful opportunity to create heartfelt projects to share with loved ones. What’s Included: Step-by-step instruction from an experienced instructor All materials needed to complete the projects A sampling of Rhinestones & Bubble Bath Ribbon to take home Fun door prizes Class Details: Thursday, January 29, 2026 5:30-8:00 p.m. BRTC Paragould Cost: $35 Register: Monday, January 26, 2026 For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611, 870-248-4180 or community@blackrivertech.edu Register Location Map A Journey with Essential Oils Workshop - Pocahontas 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm A Journey with Essential Oils Workshop - Pocahontas A Journey with Essential Oils Workshop - Pocahontas Instructed by Lotus & Crow Step into the world of aromatherapy and discover how nature’s most powerful plant essences can support your body, mind, and spirit. In this immersive, hands-on class, you’ll explore the beauty and versatility of essential oils while learning how to use them intentionally for relaxation, emotional balance, and everyday wellness. Guided by Lotus & Crow, you’ll learn the fundamentals of essential oils—what they are, how they work, and how to safely blend them for a variety of needs. This class blends education with creativity, giving you practical knowledge you can immediately incorporate into your daily life. Whether you’re brand new to essential oils or ready to deepen your understanding, you’ll leave feeling confident and inspired. In this class, you will: Learn the foundational properties and uses of essential oils Discover how to safely and effectively blend oils for different purposes Gain practical tips for incorporating essential oils into your everyday routine Create your own foaming hand soap to take home Class Includes: Lecture, workbook, hands-on creation, and a complete take-home kit Class Details: Thursday, January 29, 2026 6:00-7:30 pm BRTC Pocahontas Cost $55 Deadline to Register: Monday, January 26, 2026 For more information, contact BRTC Community Education at 870-913-9611, 870-248-4180, or community@blackrivertech.edu Register • • •	30 Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A 12:00 am - 11:59 pm Basic Police Training: Class 2026-A •	31