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New Alumni Coordinator
Alumni Accomplishment-Nikki Melvin Johnson
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| Hello! Alumni and Friends, |
Here's what's happening at Jones! The Lions Band, consisting of 145 high school musicians spent a week at Jones preparing for their trip to Honolulu, Hawaii on July 4th.   Photos by Teresa Martin JCJC's Soccer teams hosted 'ankle kickers' camp for kids ages 5-8. Photo by Cassidi Bush, JCJC PR Intern. |
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New Alumni Coordinator
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 The JCJC Foundation and Alumni Office would like to welcome Jo Anna Newcomb as the new Alumni Coordinator.
She attended Jones in 1990-91 and worked at Horne CPA for ten years before moving to JCJC to work in the Deans Office for five years. She has assisted the Foundation and Alumni Office with many of its events including the Alumni Golf Tournament and Gardening Symposium. "We are so happy to have Jo Anna join our team," said Caroline Ramagos, JCJC Foundation Exec. Director and VP for Advancement. "I'm confident Jo Anna will continue to shine for us in her new role as Alumni Coordinator." Newcomb has also volunteered as the Jones County Chair of the Relay for Life and as a captain for the JCJC team, as well as coordinating the Heart Walk at JCJC. "I'm excited to begin a new phase of my career at Jones," said Newcomb. "I love people and I am looking forward to working with our alumni." Jo Anna's also known as the 'Biggest West Jones HS Fan' supporting her 16 year-old son Josh's high school and she is the the High School's Touchdown Club Treasurer. She is married to Bubba Newcomb and the family is involved in the Jones County Jr. Livestock Association. The Newcombs are members of Indian Springs Baptist Church.  |
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Mark your Calendars for these upcoming Events
July 19, 2012
Sim Cooley Highway Dedication 6 p.m.
August 3, 2012
Summer Graduation
September 9, 2012
Hall of Fame Weekend
Softball Reunion
September 20, 2012
Award's Day
October 6, 2012
Homecoming
Cheerleader and Football Reunion
For more information call the office at 601-477-4145 or email: jcjcalumniinfo@jcjc.edu
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Alumni Accomplishment - Nikki Melvin Johnson
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 JCJC musical theater producer, instructor and JCJC alumna, Nikki Melvin Johnson had one of her dreams as a performer come true recently. She was asked to sing with Christian artist Sandi Patty in the final concert of Hattiesburg's Festival South at Temple Baptist Church-West, June 23. Johnson said the experience was amazing.
"Growing up I wanted to sing high notes because Sandi Patty sang high notes," said Johnson. "I often performed her songs in church and dreamed of being the 'next' Sandi Patty. She was a major musical influence in my life and I was honored to get to tell her that face to face."
Johnson is standing in the choir loft on the middle left in this photo with the female back-up singers, singing with the Festival South Orchestra accompanying Sandi Patty.
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| Softball Coach Honored | Congratulations! are in order for JCJC Head Softball Coach, Chris Robinson.  He was recently honored as the MAC Coach of the Year, making this his second post-season accolade.
The MACJC also named Robinson as its Coach of the Year.
In his third year as coach of the team, the Columbia native led the Lady Bobcats to its most successful season in the college's fast-pitch history.
To read more of Shawn Wansley's story, click on the link: Chris Robinson honored as Coach of the Year, again
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| Who's on the Move - Construction Update |  It's official! Taco Bell will be opening up a small version of its nationally known Mexican restaurant this fall on the Jones campus. Plans are underway to remodel the current game room into an area where students can 'hang out', like in the 'grill' of Jones' past. Other food items may also be offered besides the Taco Bell menu options.
Because of the game room remodel, Campus Police will be moved to the former Non Traditional Student Success Center at the edge of campus on Augusta Road and Hwy 29 South. The NTSC is relocating to the Library, in the former Sub Shop area. 
Director of the NTSC, Dr. Diane Williams will be expanding her role on campus to include the Student Success Center. She will be over all counseling and both Success Centers on the Jones Campus. Williams recently earned her Doctorate of Philosophy in Community College Leadership from Mississippi State University. She has filled many roles on the Jones campus and is an alumna of Jones.
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| Bobcat 100 | |
 Just because you aren't on the JCJC campus every day doesn't mean you can't play an important role in the Centennial Celebration. Anyone can join the Centennial Celebration by becoming a "Bobcat 100" donor.
The "Bobcat 100" is an Alumni Centennial Campaign honoring our 100-year heritage while simultaneously providing resources that will allow us to enter our next century with confidence.
You are invited to join the growing group of individuals who have become part of the "Bobcat 100." All we ask for is a donation of $100 to commemorate Jones' rich history and give you an opportunity to continue inspiring greatness as we move into the next century.
Our goal is to present 100 Centennial Scholarships to deserving students for the 2012-13 school year.
Make checks payable to the JCJC Foundation "Bobcat 100" and mail to
900 South Court Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.
For more information call the JCJC Foundation Office at 601.477.4145.
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Life isn't about finding yourself.
Life is about creating yourself.
George Bernard Shaw
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Remember When...
in 1991 when Honors Classes were being developed for students with an ACT score of 23 or above?
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JoAnna Newcomb
JCJC Alumni Coordinator
The Bobcat Bulletin is produced and written by the JCJC Marketing Team.
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