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MIBEST program helps student conquer shyness, prepare for academic track

by Rhonda Dunaway | Aug 12, 2024 | Campus News, News, Raymond Campus

“I am proud of myself, and it won’t stop here.” – Angel Allen

2 ��Utica Campus students named HBCU scholars

“The HBCU Scholars have dedicated themselves to their learning and exemplify the talent that our nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities have nurtured for generations,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.

Corps employees learn about robotics at Vicksburg Campus

Lawrence Young has been a crane operator “off and on” since 1975 but at age 67 he embraced a new challenge – robotics training for an upcoming upgrade at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers where he works.

Diesel Tech expands to night courses, helps build new careers

“It’s been an awesome experience here,” Perkins said, adding his skills have already gone to work for him in his nighttime job as a mechanic. “I’ve learned the in-depth details of how diesel engines work, from A to Z.”

Adult Education graduates celebrate achievement

At age 38, she proudly donned a cap and gown for a ceremony to celebrate passing the tests to receive her High School Equivalency Diploma, a process that took her several years to complete.

��CC partners for logging training, research

“I was happy to have the opportunity to work with NAU and hope to partner with them in the future, said Wayne Withers, ��Logging Equipment Operator instructor. “This collaboration has giving me new ideas for future classes.”

��CC names ��Heroes for Spring 2022

��Heroes are chosen because they represent the college well, provide exceptional customer service to all its customers and consistently promote the ��mission of service. Heroes selected receive a lapel pin, a token of appreciation and one free day off work.

Honors Institute at ��CC awards 20 scholars

Honors Scholars carry 12 or more honors hours and must maintain an overall GPA of 3.25 or better, take two Honors Forum classes and have at least 10 hours of community service.

Veteran dean wins 3E award

“I feel honored and grateful – emotional and happy – to have been selected for this special award. Of course, I do recognize that I am no worthier of this distinction than hundreds of other ��employees; however, that anyone believes me deserving is rewarding beyond measure.”

��wins eight first place awards in annual contest

��Community Relations won 15 awards in the annual College Public Relations Association of Mississippi contest, including eight first place awards.

The Arts & Humanities

Once a Jubilee, always a Jubilee: ��CC’s Cooper retires, leaving legacy of excellence

Jul 24, 2018

Dr. Bobby Cooper didn’t plan to stay at ��’s Utica Campus for 45 years. Goodness knows, he had plenty of opportunity to go to his alma mater Tougaloo College, Jackson State University, Alcorn State University or other places. He was lured to what...

��CC hosts author Mary Miller for Southern Writer Series

Mar 16, 2015

Mary Miller, author of “The Last Days of California,” will do a reading at �� as part of the Southern Writers Series in conjunction with the Peggy Brent Memorial Art Series. Miller’s reading is 12:30 p.m. to 1:20 p.m., Wednesday, March 18, in...

��CC Montage Dance presents ‘Willie Wonka’ performance

Nov 4, 2014

The Montage Theatre of Dance at �� will present “Willie Wonka and the C&C Dance Chocolate Factory” at 7 p.m. Nov. 11 and 12 at Cain-Cochran Hall on the Raymond Campus. Advance admission is $5 for students and seniors and $7 general...

��CC Music Department to host U.S. Air Force brass quintet

Oct 2, 2017

RAYMOND – The �� Music Department will host Gateway Brass, a component of the U.S. Air Force Band of the West, on Friday, Oct. 6 in the Vashti Underwood Muse Band Hall. The performance is from 11 a.m. to noon and is free and open to the public....

��CC’s colorful art tradition showcased in special Centennial show

Sep 8, 2017

Pieces of artwork from about 40 artists with connections to �� are expected to be submitted for the Centennial Art Show, slated to run Sept. 25-Oct. 27 in the Marie Hull Art Gallery on the Raymond Campus. Showcase artists include Bob Dunaway,...

Economic Development & Workforce

��CC to play vital role in career-readiness initiative launched Wednesday

Jan 19, 2017

JACKSON – Three counties in the �� district have joined a growing list of communities in Mississippi working to be recognized as a job-ready workforce. At least 100 employers each in Hinds, Warren and Rankin counties must agree to begin...

Grads of workforce development programs shine bright on big day

Dec 19, 2016

PEARL -- Just two years ago, Ronald Humes had dropped out of high school and was seemingly out of options. Today, he has credential and a job offer in hand – and he feels on top of his world. “It’s really a dream come true right now,” said Humes, of Vicksburg, among...

Student goes from layoff to payoff thanks to ��CC MI-BEST program

Nov 30, 2016

RAYMOND – Only 18 months ago, Felix Davis found himself laid off from his job and still without a high school diploma. Fast forward to today, and all his minuses have turned to pluses – to the tune of 26 hours of college credit and a 4.0 GPA thanks to the MI-BEST...

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