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Yesterday at 11:06 PM  The students learned how to take a patient's blood pressure and use a stethoscope. They even dissected the heart of a pig, which instructors say is similar to a human heart.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  The small group spent the morning building and programming their own robots, and after lunch, they got to operate their robots, steering it with a control attached to a computer.

Tuesday, June 18, 2013  On Tuesday, FEMA met with public agencies who have declared 19 counties in Iowa disaster zones.

Monday, June 17, 2013  Students in IHCC's Massage Therapy program are looking for volunteers.

Friday, June 14, 2013  Indian Hills staff, business members and individuals tee'd up for a good cause Friday.

Thursday, June 13, 2013  School may be out for the summer, but the calendar of events at Indian Hills Community College is anything but empty.

Monday, June 10, 2013  People brought their picnic baskets and lawn chairs as they listened to the sweet sounds of the symphony put on a fun evening of free music.

Thursday, June 06, 2013  Workshops throughout the summer will give job seekers the skills they need.

Tuesday, June 04, 2013  IHCC health care camps will give kids hands on experience as to what it's like to be in the medical profession

Thursday, May 23, 2013  The topic of discussion for Ottumwa Leadership Academy's session on Thursday was education.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013  Seniors Katie Sammons, Charlie Altfillisch and Taylor Amos shared reflective speeches on meaningful lessons they have learned in their lives thus far, also quoting Bible passages relevant to their lives.

Friday, May 17, 2013  Training took place Friday morning on the Indian Hills Campus in Ottumwa.

Thursday, May 16, 2013  IHCC graduation was on Thursday and it was the largest graduating class

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Faculty nominated and hand-picked the recipients for the Outstanding Student Award.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013  Marlene Sprouse was officially offered and accepted the position as IHCC President on Monday