Presidents report 2011-12

2011 -2012 President’s Report

Board of Trustees Seated from left, Glenn Harris, Randall Lofton, Frederick Hill, Chuck Gilbert, Dr. Ronnie Nettles (Co-Lin President), Board Secretary Tommy Sasser (secretary), Eugene Bates (chairman), Roy Winkworth (vice chairman), Thelma Newsome, Tammy Fairburn, Johnny Wilson, Mary Cleveland, Andrew Spiller; standing from left, Steve Ammann, Willie Harrison, Ray Carlock, Melton King, Lynwood Easterling, Johnny Pyles, Steve Amos, Tommy Jolly, Tracy Cook, Rickey Clopton, Jack Case, and Terry Brister. Not pictured are Chris Dunn, Barry Tyson and Rickey Smith.

County Supervisors ADAMS COUNTY Mike Lazarus, District 1 David Carter, District 2 Angela Gibson Hutchins, District 3 Darryl Grennell, District 4 Calvin Butler, District 5 COPIAH COUNTY Earl Dixon, District 1 Terry Channell, District 2 Perry Hood, District 3 Kenneth Powell, District 4 Jimmy Phillips, District 5 FRANKLIN COUNTY Gary Cameron, District 1

Chad Smith, District 2 George Collins, District 3 Jerry Lynn Howell, District 4 M.L. Ezell, District 5 JEFFERSON COUNTY Christopher Lowe, District 1 Dudley Guice, District 2 Trent Hudson, District 3 David Day, District 4 Ray Perryman, District 5 LAWRENCE COUNTY Steve Garrett, District 1 Billy Joe Boutwell, District 2 Jerry Wayne Smithie, District 3

Glenn Grubbs, District 4 Archie Ross, District 5 LINCOLN COUNTY Rev. Jerry Wilson, District 1 Jimmy Diamond, District 2 Nolan Earl Williamson, District 3 C.E. “Eddie” Brown, District 4 Dudley Nations, District 5 SIMPSON COUNTY Curtis Skiffer, District 1 Larry Walker, District 2 Brian Kennedy, District 3 Mickey Berry, District 4 Randy Moore, District 5

Cover photo of the P. Eugene Bates Residence Hall on the Wesson Campus by Natalie Davis. Graphic Design by Jimmie Cain.

The President’s Annual Report is published by the Office of Public Information, P.O. Box 649, Wesson, Mississippi 39191.

What’s Inside President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Student Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Mission The mission of Copiah-Lincoln Community College is to provide educational programs, economic development services, cultural and recreational opportunities through quality instruction and high expectations and service in a safe, student-centered environment.

Vision Copiah-Lincoln Community College’s vision is to be a leader in education, providing comprehensive, quality learning experiences in a nurturing environment.

Accreditation Copiah-Lincoln Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate in Arts and Associate of Applied Science degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Copiah-Lincoln Community College. The commission is ONLY to be contacted if there is evidence that appears to support an institution’s significant non-compliance with a requirement of standard. All normal inquiries about the institution, such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, and other college related information should be addressed directly to the College and NOT to the office of the Commission on Colleges.

Student Achievements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Career, Technical and Workforce Education. . . . 6 Community Arts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Community Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Instruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Building and Grounds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Foundation and Alumni Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Athletic Achievement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Personnel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Enrollment & Finances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Copiah-Lincoln Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices have been designated to handle inquires and complaints regarding the non-discrimination policies of Copiah-Lincoln Community College.

Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to Title IX directives should be made to the Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Brenda Brown Orr, Sandifer Building, John Landress Circle, Wesson, MS 39191, (601) 643-8671.

Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to Section 504 directives should be made to: Wesson Section 504 Coordinator, Erin Smith, Henley Building, Lester R. Furr Dr., Wesson, MS 39191, (601) 643-8401; or Natchez Section 504 Coordinator, Rebecca Davidson, Tom Reed Academic Building, 11 Co-Lin Circle, Natchez, MS 39120, (601) 446-5775; or Simpson Section 504 Coordinator, Dr. Dewayne Middleton, Sidney Parker Academic Building, 151 Co-Lin Dr., Mendenhall, MS 39114, (601) 849-0126.

From the President

Dr. Ronald E. Nettles, President

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The 2011-2012 academic year proved to be one of the best in the history of Copiah-Lincoln Community College. Our students were recognized nationally for their success in the classroom, our faculty developed new and creative ways to teach, our athletic programs were successful, and we built new facilities to keep up with the growth of our college community.

As president I have the unique opportunity to enjoy firsthand the positive results of the hard work of our Co-Lin faculty and staff. In April of 2012, I was the only president at the American Association of Community Colleges to stand on stage with not one, but two of the All USA Academic Team members. Kimmie Kolpek of the Wesson Campus and Faith O’Brien of the Natchez Campus were the only two students from the state of Mississippi on the All USA Academic Team and Co-Lin was the only college in the country with two members! What an outstanding accomplishment for these two young ladies and Co-Lin. Other Co-Lin students represented our college by participating in state, regional, and national competitions. They were involved in community service projects that benefited children, those serving in the military and local communities in our district. All of our Co-Lin athletic teams remained competitive with our women’s basketball team finishing as runner-up in the state.

It was another exceptional year for Co-Lin as we continued to improve our campus facilities.

We completed construction on the P. Eugene Bates Residence Hall in January. Bates Hall is our first new student dormitory at Co-Lin in over 10 years. Athletic facilities improvements

included the replacement of bleachers in Mullen Gym, resurfacing of the tennis courts, construction of an addition to Pitts Field House and construction of a press box at the softball field.

The faculty and staff at our three campuses continued to do great work to benefit our students. Not only were they involved in our campus work, but many were actively involved in various academic, economic, and community organizations. A description of many of their activities and accomplishments is included in this President’s Report.

In 2011-2012, the Co-Lin Foundation played a significant role in securing private donations and gifts to benefit the college. Our Foundation assets now total over $6 million dollars and provide a needed financial resource to Co-Lin. It is my hope that we will continue to build on this momentum in the future and Co-Lin supporters and alumni will continue to assist our college grow and develop through their donations to the Foundation.

As college president, I am very proud of all that has been accomplished this past year and I look forward to the years ahead. All of us at Co-Lin are optimistic about the future of our college and are committed to providing quality education and support services to the students and communities we serve.

The Wellness Committee and the Co-Lin Foundation sponsored Patrick House, 2010 Biggest Loser winner (center) on the Wesson Campus. House shared his experience on The Biggest Loser and talked about his program called LEAN ON ME targeting elementary school children in the state. LEAN ON ME stands for Learn, Eradicate, Advocate, Nullify Obesity Now in Mississippi’s Educational system. Patrick speaks to the children with a message of making healthier choices based on nutrition, exercise and in their relationships with their fellow students

Student Life

Co-Lin makes the health, well-being and safety of our students, faculty and staff a priority.

Student clubs and organziations play an active role on campus, in the community, and beyond.

Wesson Campus Events and activities were held during Welcome to Campus Week, Homecoming Week, and Spring Fling Week.

Other events included a Gospel Fest, Veterans Day program, Rock Wall, and Wellness Week.

Students, faculty and staff volunteered at numerous community events including the Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital Toy Drive, Mississippi Toughest Kids, American

The annual American Flag Retirement Ceremony was held on the Natchez Campus in conjunction with area Boy and Girl Scouts and veterans’ organizations.

Practical nursing students sponsored blood pressure checks for faculty, staff, students, and the public at the Simpson County Center.

Heart Association, Rockin’ Railroad Festival, March of Dimes, Relay for Life, Ole Brook Festival, blood drives, Coach to Cure MD and Breast Cancer Awareness.

atre, Textbook Collection, Sock Hop, Relay for Life Team, Career Fair, Industry Appreciation Luncheon, Taste of Co-Lin, Kids College and other community activities.

Natchez Campus The Natchez Campus sponsored “Co-Lin Salutes Veterans,” which included a Veterans Day Program for the Miss-Lou area, a highly successful drive for items for soldiers overseas and at the G. V. “Sonny” Montgomery Veterans Medical Center in Jackson.

Student Support Services sponsored the Mississippi State Lecture Series, Financial Aid and Identity Theft Seminars, as well as other activities for students.

Other campus sponsored events included the annual College Fair, collection drive for the Natchez/Adams County Humane Society, Christmas At Co-Lin, Spring Fling, Cystic Fibrosis Association Walk-A-Thon, Dinner/The-

Simpson County Center The Student Government Association and Phi Beta Lambda participated in the Magee Christmas parade.

The Beta Xi Psi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa along with the SGA participated in Magee’s annual “Treat Street” on Halloween night. The chapter also raised $2,750.00 for the Simpson County Relay for Life.

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Student Achievements

Phi Theta Kappa Eta Omega Chapter (WC) International Competition: • Five Star Chapter, Distinguished Chapter, Honors in Action Project Hallmark Award • Kimberly Kolpek - Coca-Cola New Century Scholar • Michael Wise - Coca-Cola Bronze Scholar

Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Alpha Zeta Chapter (NC) • Top 100 Most Distinguished Chapters in the World • Honors in Action program “Social Networking: Benefit or Detriment” • Josh Werst was chosen to receive the PTK Golden Key Award

Regional Competition: • Five-Star Chapter, Honor Study Topic Issue for Issue 9: Science, Most Outstanding Newsletter, Most Outstanding Website, and Honors Study Topic Presentation • Michael Wise was named the Most Distinguished Chapter Officer for the MS/LA Region • Will Gatlin was elected Southern District Representative and will serve as an officer for 2012-13 MS/LA Region

Hall of Fame Zachary Fetcko (WC), Brooke King (WC), Kimberly Kolpek (WC), Kim Nelton (NC), Faith O’Brien (NC), Joseph Walker (SCC), Josh Werst (NC), Jasmine Williams (WC), Michael Williams (WC), Michael Wise (WC), Christy Wright (WC)

(Top) Co-Lin President Dr. Ronnie Nettles congratulates Phi Theta Kappa All-USA Academic Team members Faith O’Brien (NC) and Kimberly Kolpek (WC). Co-Lin was the only community college with two representatives on the team of 20 nationwide. (Middle) Capturing first place honors in the Economic Analysis and Decision Making category of the National Phi Beta Lambda Competition in San Antonio are from left, Cory Herrington, Adam Watson and Austin Herrington (WC). Watson also received a fourth place individual award in Macroeconomics. (Bottom) Medical Laboratory Technology students (WC) won first place in the Tri-State Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee Student Bowl going undefeated in the competition.

Members of the bowl team were from left, Cindy Higgs, Co-Lin MLT instructor; Leah Manoley, Kayla Wallace, Amy Mueller, Lauren Priest, Myranda Watts and Allen Jenkins, and Mary Shivers, MLT Program Coordinator.

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Mr. and Miss Co-Lin Kim Nelton and Steen Williams (NC), Lindsey Windham and Joseph Walker (SCC), Christy Wright and Michael Williams (WC) Campus Favorites Sophomores: Lee Dellinger (NC), Zachary Fetcko (WC), Tenia Hill (NC), Kimberly Kolpek (WC), Carrie Moak (WC), Ethan Rhymer (NC), Alethea Shelton (NC), Blake Tarver (WC), Jarvis Wilbert (WC), Jasmine Williams (WC), Stevie Ann Wright (WC); Freshmen: Bradi Davis (WC), Will Gatlin (WC), Cammie Hoover (NC), Danielle Kirk (NC), Jedd Moak (WC), Carlos White (NC) William Winter Scholars Alethea Shelton (NC) and Lindi-Lane Smith (WC)

College DECA State Competition (NC) • Two second place awards, one third place award, two fourth place awards, one fifth place award, and one sixth place award Mississippi Press Better Newspaper Contest N-Sights (NC): Three first place awards, two second place awards, one third place award, and one honorable mention

Mississippi Practical Nurses Student Nurse Organization State Competition • Gather Your Supplies: Kristi Simmons, Chelsea Easterly and Mandy Cofill, first place award Phi Beta Lambda Nu Kappa Chapter (WC) National Competition: Largest Local Chapter in the Southern Region, 2010 Hollis and Kitty Guy Gold Seal Chapter Award of Merit first place in the nation for March of Dimes donations, and Big Ten Chapter in the nation • One first place team award and fourth place individual award State Competition: • 59 awards including 15 first place awards, 17 second place awards, 14 third place awards, and four fourth place awards Phi Beta Lambda Chapter (NC) • Mary Sims and Loretta Tyler, third, Human Resource Management

Homecoming Queen & Court • Queen Macie Case (WC) • Sophomore Maids: Karri Baylis (WC), Jennifer Carter (NC), Bobbie Cochran (WC), Brooke King (WC), Mallory Smith (NC), Lindsey Windham (SCC) • Freshman Maids: Katelyn Berch (SCC), Sierra King (WC), Danielle Kirk (NC), Jennifer Long (WC), Brooke Moore (NC), Shelley Smith (WC) Skills USA • (NC) - Three gold medals and two silver medals • (WC) - Two gold medals, five silver medals, and one third place award • Kyle Rodriguez (WC) elected state officer for 2013

(Top) Skills USA State Winners (NC): Christopher Doss, Silver Medal in HVAC and Refrigeration; Matt Boykin, Gold Medal in Major Appliance Technology; William Mathis, Gold Medal in Related Technical Math; Dennis Creel, Bert Goldman, Matt Marchbanks, Donald Galberth and Nicholas Herring, Gold Medal in Quiz Bowl; Lafayette Horton, Joshua Edwards and Jonathan McMorris, Silver Medal in Welding Fabrication. (Middle) SeaWolves Robotics Team was the only Mississippi Community College to participate in the Marine Advanced Technology Education (MATE) ROV Competition in Orlando, Fla. (Bottom) Phi Theta Kappa All-Mississippi Academic Team from left, Erin Smith and Dr. Stephanie Duguid, advisors (WC); Co-Lin President Dr. Ronnie Nettles, Faith O’Brien (NC), Second Team; Jacqueline Champs (NC), Second Team; Michael Wise (WC), Second Team; Kimberly Kolpek (WC), First Team; Jamie Cochran (SCC), Second Team; Clayton Giles (SCC), Second Team; Amy Bishop and Dr. Rhonda Smith, advisors (SCC); Natchez Campus Vice President Teresa Busby; and Simpson County Center Vice President Dr. John Dickerson.

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Students in the Food Production and Management Technology Program served state officials and legislators at a recent luncheon. Pictured from left are Jody Hoff of Brookhaven, Program Coordinator Food Production and Management Technology; Rep. District 53 Bobby Moak, Thomas Blaylock, Claire Johnson, Sen. District 39 Sally Doty, Dorothy Cannon, Rep. District 92 Becky Currie, Laney Wall and Clancy Hewitt.

The SeaWolves Robotics Team featured faculty and students from the Career and Technical and Academic Divisions.

Career, Technical and Workforce Education Career, Technical and Workforce Education (CTWE) highlights for this year are many, varied and include the areas of funding, student and personnel achievements, and innovation for Co-Lin. Funding Career and Technical programs received approximately $80,230.84 in federal funds this year. Monies were used to purchase replacement computers for Automation and Control (W), Business and Office (N), and Drafting and Design, as well as, a MAC master tool set for Automotive, a heating and air condition unit for Heating and Air Conditioning (N) and a deluxe workstation for Medical Laboratory.

Co-Lin was among several of the com-

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munity colleges that elected to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Information was distributed to career and technical students to aid in financial assistance through the Mississippi Department of Health for SNAP funding.

For the second consecutive year CTWE received a $5,000 grant from the Mississippi Community College Board for increasing enrollment and retention of non-traditional gender students. In return, the “Women In Non-traditional Careers Conference� was hosted for women to explore high skill, high wage, high demand career-tech programs that are traditionally dominated by males.

Over 100 young ladies participated.

Mississippi Agricultural Commissioner and Co-Lin alumna Cindy Hyde-Smith was the keynote speaker at the Business and Industry Appreciation Luncheon.

Innovation CTWE representatives joined the Brookhaven-Lincoln County Mississippi Scholars team to go into city and county schools and present information on preparedness for four year and two year colleges, military, and preparing to go directly to work after high school graduation. The presentation was also given at the state level.

Articulation Agreements were signed with several institutions of higher education to enhance the career and technical programs by allowing students to transfer to selected college and universities. Those with new agreements include: Drafting and Design (Mississippi State University), Marketing Technology (Alcorn State University), all Associate of Applied Science

Degree programs (Mississippi University for Women), and all Health Science programs (University Medical Center).

Several career and technical programs met or exceeded the state average on their state or national examinations. Medical Radiologic Technology, Medical Laboratory Technology, Respiratory Care Technology, Practical Nursing (W/S), Cosmetology programs are to be congratulated on their 100 percent passage rate. Practical Nursing (N) achieved an 89 percent passage.

The Mississippi Career Planning and Assessment was given to several programs and many of these programs met or exceeded the state average. These programs include: Automation and Control Technology (N), Business and Marketing Technology (N),

Business and Office Technology (W/N/S), Child Development Technology (W), Computer Networking Technology (W), Construction Equipment Operation (W), Diesel Equipment Technology (W), Drafting and Design Technology (W), Electronics (W), Food Production Technology (W), Heating and Air Technology (W/N), Hotel and Restaurant Management Technology (N), Precision Machining Technology (W) and Welding (W/N).

Student and Personnel Achievements Machine Technology students took the Level One National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) examination. Students received 100 percent passage. Seven out of eight students also took and passed Level Two. Construction Equipment students reached Common Core, Level One and Level Two certification.

Co-Lin’s first Military Technology student graduated this year. The program continues to get much attention from active, inactive and retired military personnel.

Approximately 50 students participated in Work-Based Learning and supervised work experience opportunities during the year. Students worked in various businesses and industries from across the district and learned about employer expectations.

Students from across several educational disciplines on the Wesson campus came together as a team to design, build, and present their version of an ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle). Under the leadership of Dr. Kevin McKone and Carey Williamson, along with Richard Baker, Nicole Donaldson, Brian Turnage, Howard (Bo) Johnson, Wesley Burkett and Bruce Thomas, students worked throughout the year as ‘Seawolves’ to prepare for the national competition in Florida to represent Co-Lin.

Workforce The mission of Workforce Education at Copiah-Lincoln Community College is to contact district business and industry to assist them financially or provide instructors for their training programs through funding from the Mississippi Community College Board. This year Workforce Education has continued previous partnerships as well as entered into new partnerships. Those new projects include Mountain Pure Water and Simpson General Hospital of Simpson County; The Blain Companies, Energy Drilling, and EnerSteel of Natchez; Herring Gas Company, Brookhaven Surgery, and Wastequip of Lincoln County, Copiah Lumber and Hardy Wilson Memorial Hospital of Copiah County. Businesses from all seven counties participate in workforce projects, however, Simpson County business and industry has lead in training this year. Workforce training projects for Simpson County business and industry received over $100,000 in reimbursement and/or services.

Training highlights for the year include: • A partnership with Enersteel to upgrade the welding skills of recently hired individuals for increased productivity. A total of 24 were trained.

• The Commercial Truck Driving Challenge Grant in Simpson County completed the second year of operation with 24 completing the program and 19 employed.

• 15th Annual Industry Appreciation Luncheon was conducted in April. Cindy Hyde-Smith, first woman to be elected to the statewide office of Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce, served as keynote speaker.

• Introduced basic computer classes in cooperation with the Natchez WIN Job Center. Delivered new classes for popular technology such as the iPad. • Provided customer service training for a combined total

of 330 employees at Franklin County Memorial Hospital, Hardy Wilson Memorial Hospital and Magee General.

Workforce Education looks forward to increasing the number of new partnerships and providing advanced training for a powerful workforce in the year to come.

The Career, Technical and Workforce Education Division sponsors the annual Career Fair for the Co-Lin community and students.

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The college’s Wellness Committee and the Co-Lin Foundation co-sponsored motivational speaker Patrick House, NBC’s 2010 Biggest Loser winner.

Director of Proceedings William F. Winter (front row center) congratulates award receipients during the 23rd Annual Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration.

Grammy® nominated pianist Petronel Malan was one of the featured artists in the college’s 31st Annual Community Arts Series.

and the LSU Faculty Jazz Trio.

Campus’s Director of Public Information G. Mark LaFrancis brought his inspiring, stirring and moving program “In Their Boots: Poems Inspired by Soldiers and Their Loved Ones” to the Wesson Campus.

Using world-class magic, Brian Curry and The Magical Math Tour combined mathematical concepts like measurements, multiplication, shapes and geometry. Students of all ages and adults alike were amazed and entertained.

Retired Co-Lin librarian Joan McLemore donated a four volume set of archives documenting the history of Franklin County titled: “Franklin County Remembers” to the Willie Mae Dunn Library. The Library also received a collection of books related to the Holocaust from the late Rev. John Brock.

Community Arts Community Arts Series The college’s Community Arts Series celebrated its 31st season. The Aficionado Series featured four outstanding performances including the New Century Saxophone Quartet, internationally acclaimed pianist Frank Wiens, ionternational award-winning classical guitarist and string quartet Petar Jankovic Ensemble, and Grammy® nominated pianist Petronel Malan.

The popular Showcase Series featured four art exhibits including Northwest Mississippi Community College art instructor Eunika Rogers, Itawamba Community College art department chairman Tom Douglas, and Hinds Community College art chairperson/ instructor Melanie Atkinson and Jones County Junior College art instructor Paula Pierce. Exhibits will be held in the Mutton Building Gallery.

Showcase performances included Mississippi sopranos Cheryl Coker and Christina Coker Hrivnak

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Natchez Literary and Cineam Celebration The 23rd Annual Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration,“Legends, Lore and Literature: Storytelling in the South” featured lectures, awards, workshops, and much more. William F. Winter was Director of Proceedings (his 23rd year). Richard Wright Literary Excellence Awards were presented to Patti Carr Black, compiler, author, and editor, and John D. W. Guice, author and professor; University of Southern Mississippi. Scott Cooper, writer, director and producer of the award winning film Crazy Heart, was the recipient of the Horton Foote Award for Special Achievement in Screenwriting.

Exhibits and Speakers Award-winning author and Co-Lin Natchez

Community Programs

The Division of Community Programs at CopiahLincoln Community College strives to promote relevant, excellent, and affordable programs and services for individuals seeking improved quality of life through lifelong learning. The division provides educational and training programs, cultural and recreational opportunities, and employment preparation services to constituents from the college service area and beyond.

In 2011-2012, over 13,500 individuals were assisted through the various programs and services provided within the division. In addition, the Division secured over $1.1 million in federal grants to operate three federal programs.

Adult Basic Education (ABE) served over 650 adults and partnered with ten locations to provide 21 class options and 22,215 classroom hours. Seven hundred seventeen students took the General Education Development Test (GED) with 257 passing the examination. GED graduations were held on the Wesson Campus and at the Simpson Center. The program provided a new class site with the addition of a mobile unit on Industrial Park Boulevard in Lincoln County.

The Senior Community Employment Service Program (SCSEP) is a work-training program funded by the U.S. Department of Labor, which enables senior citizens to work and to provide services locally to the elderly and needy. SCSEP specifically targets older adults seeking employment and training assistance.

The ultimate goal of SCSEP is to provide jobs, promote well-being, and meet the community needs of the thirteen counties served. During the 2011-2012 program year, SCSEP provided services to 107 participants, 80 non-profit and governmental host agencies, and placed 16 participants into unsubsidized employment. SCSEP has been described as the “job creation program for elderly adults.�

The Upward Bound program assists high school students who are potential first-generation college students or who are from low-income families in developing the skills required to experience success in post-secondary education. During the academic year, 53 students from six target schools received instructional, tutorial, and counseling services at their high school. Five graduates took summer classes through the Upward Bound bridge program.

The Billy B. Thames Conference Center, also known as The Thames Center, is located on the Wesson Campus, and is used by individuals for private functions and local businesses, industry, educational, and civic groups.

The Thames Center contracted with 12 new clients during the year and scheduled over 700 events with approximately 13,000 participants. Events held were multi-day conferences, workshops, computer training, luncheons, banquets, receptions and overnight accommodations. The Thames Center staff works in cooperation with campus groups to host special meetings and events including the Workforce Education Division of the college to provide space for specialized programs and training for businesses and industry.

The Institute for Learning In Retirement (ILR) is a member-driven organization dedicated to meeting the social, cultural and learning needs of our maturing population. A membership social is held once each semester to solicit new members.

During the year, over 100 individuals with membership participated in activities including a monthly Luncheon/Lecture, Fun Day and Book Club. Additional events scheduled were 27 workshops or classes; five day field trips; two overnight trips and a year-end picnic.

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Co-Lin hosted the Mississippi Advisors’ Meeting (MAM) on the Wesson Campus in the Thames Center. Advisors from all three campuses were in attendance.

Instruction

Co-Lin has always maintained a fine reputation for delivery of its instructional programs. In 2011-2012, instructional services provided students and faculty enhanced educational opportunities in a supportive environment.

• Co-Lin received a report from SACS indicating that all requirements of the Fifth Year Interim Report had been met.

• Course delivery options included hybrid classes (50 percent online), Maymester classes (during the spring/ summer break) at all campuses, and the four-day summer class schedule.

• A new LPN to RN Accelerated Track was implemented in the Associate Degree Nursing Program on the Wesson Campus. This option is available to currently practicing LPNs. • The 15th Annual He-Young Kimm Cup Tournament was held in the Mullen Gym on the Wesson Campus. It 10

In the spring, the annual Women in Non-traditional Careers (WINC) Conference was held in the Thames Conference Center for area high school students to encourage the pursuit of nontraditional careers in Career-Technical programs.

marked the 11th year that Co-Lin has hosted the tournament.

• The Co-Lin Truck Driving Program completed the first year of a MCCB Challenge grant for an expansion of the program to the Simpson County Center. The award amount was $369,080 to be drawn over a period of three years.

The college partnered with the Co-Lin Foundation to obtain funding for the Math/Computer Science Division for the purchase of graphing calculators for instruction on all three campuses.

• The First National History Bee Middle School Regional Competition for MS/AL/LA was held on the Wesson Campus. The event was sponsored by The History Channel and hosted by the Co-Lin Centurions History Club.

• Co-Lin students competed in the Guitar Festival and Competition held at Belhaven University. Our students brought home the 2nd and 3rd place awards.

• A new dual enrollment partnership was established between the Division of Career-Technical Education and Brookhaven Technical Center.

• The Annual Band Clinic was held in the spring for approximately 230 high school and junior high school students.

• The college continued its partnership with local high schools for utilization of library resources in the Oswalt Library (WC).

• The former Distance Learning program had its name changed to eLearning in keeping with the change made at other Mississippi community colleges, as well as the Mississippi Community College Board.

• The college partnered with the Co-Lin Foundation to obtain funding for a new computer lab for music composition in the Fine Arts Division.

•Co-Lin obtained AED (Automated External Defibrillators) to be placed on all three campuses.

Buildings and Grounds

In the fall of 2011, construction began on a new addition at the Baptist Student Union that doubled the size of the existing building. Construction was completed in 60 days.

BSU’s current building has been holding fellowships and activities on campus since June of 1976. With Co-Lin’s enrollment increasing, the organization needed more space to accommodate students.

The BSU sees approximately 400-500 students throughout the school year with almost 125 active members. Anytime there is a service or event, the furniture has to be moved to accommodate everyone.

The cost of the project was approximately $200,000 with funding from the Mississippi Baptist Association. The Baptist Student Union, which is a student-led church funded organization, is comprised of all denominations. They host a variety of programs, studies and events throughout the year and is open on a weekly basis.

P. Eugene Bates Residence Hall was dedicated on June 7, 2012, in a ceremony attended by more than 100 friends, family, state, regional, and local officials. The 18,724 square foot two-story residence hall opened to men’s honor students on Jan. 5, 2012. The building has 28 rooms (space for 56 students) and one apartment for a residence hall supervisor. Each room is provided with a private bath, single beds and mattresses, armoire/dresser, desk and chair. The rooms also have Internet and cable access. Students living in Bates Hall must have a 20 or above ACT and maintain a 3.0 grade point average.

Architecture South, P.A. was the architect for the $3.2 million project. Coleman-Hammons Construction Company, Inc. of Brandon served as the general contractor. The Bureau of Building, Grounds and Real Property Management and the Department of Finance and Administration oversaw the construction.

Athletic facilities underwent renovations. Graydon Mullen Gymnasium received a face-lift getting

new flooring and bleachers. The basketball court was dedicated to Lady Wolves Head Coach Gwyn Young in November 2011.

A concessions/restrooms facility for the softball and soccer fields was completed in March 2012.

A new visitor locker room/athletic training room was added to the Pitts Field House and completed in June 2012.

Both upper and lower tennis courts were resurfaced in February 2012.

A renovation and improvement project for the kitchen and serving area started in the Henley Cafeteria in May. Completion date is scheduled for August.

In March, two new parking lots were constructed adjacent to the Stribling Associate Nursing Building and by the lower tennis courts across from the Pitts Field House.

A new roof and exterior renovations were made at

the J.J. Wesson Building in summer 2012.

At the Simpson County Center, new floors were installed in computer labs and the air conditioner was replaced in August 2011. Renovations were completed in one of the portable buildings in preparation for use as an additional computer lab and space for the CDL program.

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Marilyn Shannon, Trustmark financial services representative, (far left) and Amy Mullins, Trustmark vice president retail marketing manager, presented a scholarship to Co-Lin President Dr. Nettles and Co-Lin Foundation Executive Director David Campbell.

Foundation Board President Bradley Smith (left), recognized new foundation Hall of Fame member inductees from left, Ralph Anderson, Samantha Speeg and Ashlee Richardson representing the Co-Lin Trailblazers, and Jim and Martha Lightsey.

Catherine Kellogg and Alton Ricks, Mr. and Mrs. Co-Lin 1948, enjoyed catching up during the president’s reception during Homecoming.

Co-Lin Foundation and Alumni Affairs The Co-Lin Foundation accepted gifts of more than $210,000 during FY 20112012. This includes scholarship support, program support, general contributions, and funds from special events. More than $150,000 is awarded annually in student scholarships, faculty development grants, and program support projects. The total net assets of the Foundation now exceed $6.3 million.

New scholarships include the Bobby O’Quinn Memorial Scholarship, the Rev. Mary Stewart Scholarship, the Trustmark Bank Scholarship by branches in Brookhaven, Hazlehurst and Wesson, and the Curtis Weston Scholarship. Many scholarships grew due to gifts from friends and alumni to the scholarship funds.

The Nineteenth Annual Wesson Golf Classic raised approximately $16,000. The Twelfth Annual Natchez Golf Classic raised approximately $10,000.

Roll of Donors May 2011 - June 2012

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Betty Crocker Abdo Brendon Adams Judy Adams Daniel E. Albritton John D. Albritton Barbara Alexander Sharon Alexander

Collins and Micah Allen William Allen Bradley Allred Steve Ammann Ralph Anderson Jackie Ard-Barclay Nathaniel Armistad Lucille Assink Estate Terence Assink Jackie Avery

The Foundation inducted three new major donors into its Hall of Fame- Ralph Anderson, Jim and Martha Lightsey and the Co-Lin Trailblazers.

Alumni Affairs An alumni chapter for former cheerleaders was formed during the year. Faculty and staff honored by the Alumni Association include Ann Ball, Angela Garrett, Neisha Leggett, Sheryl Montgomery and Walt Wilson.

At Homecoming 2011, Delton Butler of Meadville and Charlotte Crocker Brown of Canton were named Alumni of the Year. Alumni Association officers are Kelly Stelzreide Perkins (’07), president; Patrick Brown (’04), vice-president; and Dee Dee White Case (’94), secretary. Homecoming 2012 is set for Saturday, October 20 with kickoff for the game against Gulf Coast set for 3 p.m.

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baird Donna Bales Robbie Barnes Cassandra Barnett Sylvia W. Barnett Ruth Barton Lee Beall William Bell Angela Berch Dennis Berch

Mr. and Mrs. Buford Berry Mr. and Mrs. Reggie Berry Nancy Best Mrs. Eric Bicknell Katherine Bilbro Diane Blankenhorn P. S. Board Carolyn Boleware Bob Boone Mr. and Mrs. Leon Boone

Pat Boone Bettye Lusk Boutwell Mr. and Mrs. Alton Boyd Craig and Lynn Bradford Ray Bradford Alita Bradshaw James Brady Janet Brent Jerry Brewer Martin L Bridges

Former cheerleaders gathered during Homecoming to discuss plans to form a cheerleader chapter of the Alumni Association.

Samuel Bridges Brett Brinegar Denny Britt Margaret and Gene Britt Mrs. Ethel Mae Britt Brenda Brown Geraldine Brown Mr. and Mrs. Pat S. Brown William and Charlotte Brown Maxie Bruce, Jr. Ann Brumfield Loretta Beasley Buckley Bettie Bullard John Bullen W. M. Bullen Royce Bullock Kami Bumgarner Janet Burns Paul Burns Teresa Burns Debbie Bush Jeffrey Butler Janice P. Byrne Clark Calcote John Calcote Sharon Evans Calhoun David Campbell Julie Campbell Johnnie Ruth Carlisle James Carmody

Amy Case Jim Case John Case Robbie Case Stephen G. Case Chris Caughman James and Patsy Causey Ken Chapman Anita Cliburn Keith Cline Mr. and Mrs. Rickey Clopton Alan Colman Jack Coleman Tab Conn Linda Cook Martha Cook Kenneth Corban Mickey Corban Drs. Donald and Catherine Cotten Sonya Cowen Railford and Edna Earl Crews Monica Cross Lynette Curry Roy Daughdrill Rebecca S. Davidson Janice Davis Joseph and JoAnn Davis Linda Davis Natalie Davis Johnnie Dear

Marshall R. Dear Rosamond Dees Carol Dendy Dr. John Dickerson Dr. Ben Douglas Jak and Pat Douglas Robert Douglas, II Helen M. Dowling Ashley Dugas Louis and Kathy Dugas Stephanie Duguid James and Linda Dykes Jane Dykes Leigh Easterling Cathy Ellett Laura Evans James M. Ewing, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Gary Felder Mack Fields Williard C. Finch Katherine D. Finley Betty Fischer June Fitzpatrick Barbie Fleming Billy Folkes Gail Fortenberry Randall Foster Lynda M. Freeman Shaw Furlow Cliff and Angela Furr

Members of the Class of 1981 enjoying the tailgate party during Homecoming are from left: Coen Perrott, Robert Douglas II, Tina Ladner and Patti Page Wade.

Kathryn Gabbert Dianne Gallagher Laurie Gambrell Mr. and Mrs. Frank Gammill, Jr. Robert Gardner Dr. Howell C. and Candace Garner James Garner Brandon Garrity Karen Gaudet Miss Martha Louise Ginn Dr. Rodney Givens Gerald and Elanie Globetti Charlotte Goodwin Toni Goza Dr. Dennis L Granberry Toby Graves Larry Greer Troy Greer Susan P. Groff Suzanne Guido Gerald Gundlach James Haley Rhanda Hamilton Dr. and Mrs. Miller Hammill Wallace Hargon Patricia Harper Ronnie Harris Mr. and Mrs. Gearld Hart Lois Hawkins

Randy Hawkins David and Judy Heard Michael A. Henderson Irene Coke Hendricks Temple Hendricks Albert Hennington George Hennington Thomas Herne Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Hester James Hickman Elizabeth High Charlotte Hill Mrs. Faye Hill John Hoggatt Dr. Chip Holbrook Carl W. Honea Amanda Hood Elizabeth Hood Shelika Hooker Gearld Horn Margaret Ball Howington Mary M. Hudson Zan Hudson Zoula Hennington Huffman Jessica Huffstutler Kevin and Linda Hughes Dr. Jane Hulon Mr. and Mrs. Ray Ishee Arthur Jackson Mary Ann Jasper

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Richard Johnson Tommy Jolly Joan Jones Mrs. Bobby Smith Jones Frank Junkin, Jr. Rhonda Kaiser Lolita Kendall Jann Tullos Kenney Bobby Kerrigan Bennie Kimble Paul Kimble A. H. King Phillip King Samuel King Henry Klar Deren Konecky Barbara Lack Mark LaFrancis Kevin Laird Melinda Laird Derek Lambert Wilma Smith Lambert Sally Lampton Sharon Langley William Ledbetter Greg Lee Lenell Leech Andrea Leggett

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Larry Lewis Jim and Martha Lightsey Erin Likens Mr. and Mrs. Randall Lofton Dr. Jill Logan Karl Long Nita Lutter Susan Magee Sara Marchbanks Esther Martin Alta Maye Martin Estate Tom Maxwell Darren McCaffery Gwen McCalip Mike McCalip Charles McCall Stephanie McCormick Brian McCullough Nancy McFarland Carolyn McGehee Nanette McGehee Mr. and Mrs. Michael McIntyre Dr. Kevin McKone Nancy McLemore Jack H. McLemore, Jr. Kathy McPhail Joe Middleton Gail Whittom Mitchell

Natchez campus vice president Teresa Busby and Co-Lin president Dr. Ronnie Nettles present corporate team winners, Peoples Bank, with the president’s cup in the 12th Annual Co-Lin Foundation Golf Classic. Pictured from left, Busby, Anthony “Poochie” Kent, Michael Paul Wallace, Mark Curry and Dr. Nettles. Not pictured is Robbie Shell.

Louie Moak Pete Moak Charles Morse Taylor Moulder Miriam Moyer Pat Murphy Michael Murray Myra Jean Murray Courtney Myers Rev. James F. Nations Charles D. Nelson Dr. Ronnie Nettles Randall Newell Anna Rebecca Newsome David Nichols Ruth Nichols Mr. and Mrs. James Nix Martha Norris Dr. Brenda Orr Ralph and Helen Page Brenda Parrett Howard Patton Pascal Patton Sharon Payn Rev. and Mrs. Kenny Peavey Evelyn Peavy Peggy Peets Mary Little Peevey Cossandra Penn-Stewart Frances Perkins John E. Perritt Coen Perrott Michael Piazza Jan Pickle Dr. Sherry Pippen Boisy Pitre Billy Ponder Delores Peets Porter Glyn Porter, Jr. Jeff and Joanna Posey Rhonda Posey Mary Dees Primos Melinda Pritchartt Mrs. Terry Puckett Lisa Purdie Jessie Puryear Gerald Rankin

Thomas O. Rankin Mr. and Mrs. Paul Redd Mr. and Mrs. M. L. Reeves Pam Reid Alicia Reynolds Beth Richard Mary Richard Alton and Jean Ricks Susan Riley Mr. and Mrs. Jim Robbins Brenda Roberts Carl Roberts Hilda Rae Roberts Reba Roberts Shelton Rogers Tom Ross Carol Royals Patricia A. Runyan Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Rushing Duane Russell Kayron and Kermit Russell Amelia Rutledge Marguerite Rutledge Bill and Martha Salters Billie F. Sartin Annette Sasser M. Earl Sasser Laura Savino Robert Savino Cleston Savoie Frances Schwager Linda Seals Wiley Sellers Anna Shannon Nancy Shell Ruby Shelton Chris Sheppard Pat Sherman Glenda Gill Silverii Mrs. Jean Simonton James A. Sinclair Annette Brent Smith Bradley Smith Brenda Smith Carolyn V. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Smith James Donald Smith

Janet and Micheal Smith Jason Smith Mary Smith Rhonda Smith Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Smith Scott Smith Shelley Smith Steve Smith Anna Snyder Richard Spencer Nancy Spradlin Buddy and Pat Spring Mr. and Mrs. John Spring, Jr. Charlotte Stewart Mary Stewart Pauline Stokes Teresa Stovall Terry Stutzman Dale Sullivan Donald R. Sumner Allison Sutton Joe Swoveland Bobby R. Taylor Ronald Teal Mary Dykes Terrell Dr. Billy Thames Robbie Thibodeaux Margaret Ewing Thomas A. F. Trey Thomas III Bobby C. Thornton B. J. Treppendahl Dr. Sandra Tressler Mr. and Mrs. Burnice Trevilion Dr. Sam Tumminello Mrs. Robert D. Twiner Laura Tyson Patti Page Wade Trey Waldrop Otto and Patricia Walker Tricia Walker Jeff Waller Dr. Kenneth Walley John Ward Mr. and Mrs. Chris Warren Dr. Dianne Watson Sandra W. Webb Sue Weems

Dr. Steve C Wells Joann Wentworth J. L. Wesbrooks Stephen West Curtis M. Weston Amanda White Danielle White Vonnie White Ollene Whitehead James Wiggins James Wilkinson Mary L. Batton Williams Sandra Williams Celeste Williamson Damon Williamson James Williamson Kevin Wilson Walt Wilson Vance Windom, Sr. Jimmy Wooten Jerry Wyatt Rebecca Yarbrough Carol Young Abbott Laboratories Adams County Chancery Clerk Thomas O’Beirne Aldridge Operating Company, LLC Allen Petroluem Services, Inc Alliant Data Systems Anderson Medical Clinic of Natchez Animal Medical Center Arlington Baptist Church Arthur’s Tire Inc. - Natchez and Vidalia Atmos Energy B&K Bank Baker Reality Group Bank of Brookhaven Bank of Franklin Belle Exploration Bellemont Shake Shop Bergeron and Plauche’, LLC Big M Supply Black Jack Oil Company, Inc. Boyne Foundation Brookhaven Lions Club

Brookhaven-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce Brookway Auto Brookers, Inc. Bubba Howell Insurance Agency Byrne Insurance Agency, Inc. C Spire Camellia Home Health Carl Nobles Architect Central MS Engineering, Inc. Charles Fortson, Jr. Insurance Agency Coleman Hammons Construction Comcast Spotlight Concordia Bank and Trust Co. Copiah Bank Copiah Women in the Outdoors Corr-Williams Crye-Leike Stedman Realtors, Inc. Crystal Springs Booster Club Deb’s Style Shop Delta Bank Delta Biofuels, Inc. Dickey Consulting, LLC Dr. Sherry Pippen Dunleith Plantation, LLC Eaton Corporation Elliott Electric Supply Entergy Farm Bureau - Johnny Johns Fellowship Christian Athletes Fifty Plus Club Fox 48 Franklin County Memorial Hospital Franklin Ready Mix Franklin Telephone Company, Inc. Georgia-Pacific-Monticello Mill Halford Law Firm Hannon’s Food Service of Natchez, Inc Hazlip Companies, Inc Hazlip Insurance Agency Inc. Herring Gas Company, Inc. High School Class of 1956 Holmes Specialty Advertising Home Builders Association Homochitto Management Group,

LLC Howard Industries Hurst Review Services Independent Oil Company Insurance & Risk Managers Isle of Capri Casino, Natchez J & J Carpet J P and G II, LLC (Orkin) James Case Oil, Inc. Jason P. Dupre Memorial Foundation JHI Home Services Johnson Controls Jones Lumbar Company Jordan Carriers, Inc King’s Daughters Medical Center Kelly’s Kids Ketco Advertising Kimbrell Office Supply Lincoln County Chancery Clerk Tillmon Bishop Lincoln Truck Parts Magnolia Electric Power Association McDonalds- Natchez and Vidaila McGehee, McGehee and Torrey Meason Operating Company Miss-Lou Vending Mississippi Marine of Brookhaven Natchez Coffee Co. LLC Natchez Community Hospital Natchez Market Natchez Pathology Laboratory, Inc. Natchez Pawn and Jewelry Co., LLC Natchez Salvage and Parts, Inc Nena Smith’s School of Dance Nestle Transportation Co. Newcomers Club of Tifton Out to Lunch Bunch Paradise Byrne Corporation Patrick E. Lowery and Associates CPA’s People’s Bank Peoples Bank of the South Phoenix Fire Equipment Pike National Bank Positive Pest Control

Preferred Promotions, Inc. PriorityOne Bank Quality Cleaners Quality Glass R A Services Ralph Sanders Real Estate Rameys - Monticello Reed’s Metals, Inc Regions Bank Rentech Rex Sporting Goods Rivergate Bowling Lanes Rogers Lawn and Garden Equipment, LLC Rotary Club of Brookhaven Sandbar Restaurant Selby and Richard McRae Foundation Shipp’s Flowers Silas Simmons, LLP CPA Smith Printing and Office Supply Southern Pine Electric Power Assoc.

Southwest Mississippi Electric Power Association St. Catherine Concrete Co. Inc. State Farm Insurance - Bobby Britt State Farm Insurance - Stuart Heflin Steck-Vaugh Publishing Stephens and Hobdy Insurance Sysco Telepak Networks

Tensas State Bank The Cap Company The Gillion Group The Solutions Team Thorpe Sheet Metal TMC Exploration, Inc Trailblazer Endowments Truly, Smith, and Latham, P. L. L. C. Trustmark National Bank United Mississippi Bank Valvoline Instant Oil W. T. Drilling Co. W.W. Norton and Company. Inc Watts Agency, Inc. Wesson Ace Hardware Wesson Pawn, Inc. WGK, Inc. Wilcox Energy Co. WM Food Services Workforce Consultants of Mississippi, Inc.

CORPORATE CHAMPS – Winners of the President’s Cup for capturing the Corporate Championship in the 19th annual Co-Lin Foundation Golf Classic are from left, Kenny Goza, Craig Smith, Don Coleman, and John Wesley.

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Athletics Achievements Football (5-4 Overall, 2-4 South Division) • Dehendret Collins – NJCAA Second Team AllAmerican, NJCAA All-Region 23, MACJC First Team All-State • Will Ashley - NJCAA Pinnacle Award for Academic Excellence (4.0 GPA), MACJC Distinguished Academic All-State • Terrell Hartsfield - NJCAA AllCollins Region 23, MACJC First Team All-State • Josh Young – MACJC First Team All-State • Brian Isaac, Chandler Rogers – MACJC Academic All-State • Four players named MACJC Second Team AllSate • Seven played in the MACJC All-Star Game • Nine players signed with four-year colleges and universities Women’s Soccer (4-11 Overall, 3-7 South Division) • Elizabeth Cudjoe – NJCAA All-Region 23 • Nikki Marbury, Shakendria

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Williams – MACJC All-State • Christy Wright – NJCAA Pinnacle Award for Excellence (4.0 GPA) • Emily Zumbro - NJCAA’s Award for Superior Academic Achievement (3.8-3.99GPA) • Christy Wright, Emily Zumbro – MACJC Distinguished Academic All-State • Martha Silva, Allison Spears, Brooks Turner, Ariale Walters – MACJC Academic All-State Men’s Soccer (3-12 Overall, 3-7 South Division) • Hunter Foster, Henrique Santana – MACJC All-State • Matthew Hart – MACJC Academic All-State

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Women’s Basketball (22-6 Overall, 11-1 South Division) • MACJC South Division Champions • MACJC State Runners-Up • NJCAA Region 23 Semifinalists • Keosha Bradley - NJCAA All-Region 23, MACJC South Division First Team, MACJC AllStar Game • Jasmine James – MACJC South Division Second Team, MACJC All-Star Game

(Top) The Wolfpack were the NJCAA’s No. 1 Men’s Tennis Academic Team of the Year and the MACJC’s No. 1 Men’s Academic Team of the Year. (Middle) The Lady Wolves were the NJCAA’s No. 2 Women’s Tennis Academic Team of the Year and the MACJC’s No. 1 Women’s Academic Team of the Year. (Bottom) The Lady Wolves were the NJCAA’s No. 4 Softball Academic Team of the Year.

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• Alexus Stirgus - MACJC Academic All-State • Coach Gwyn Young Court Dedicated in Mullen Gym on Nov. 14, 2011 • Coach Gwyn Young inducted into MACJC Sports Hall of Fame Men’s Basketball (9-14 Overall, 4-8 South Division) • Jay Case - NJCAA All-Region 23, MACJC South Division Second Team All-State • Jake Reed - MACJC All-Star Game, William Carey University Signee Men’s Tennis (9-4) • NJCAA Men’s Tennis Academic Team of the Year • MACJC Men’s Academic Team of the Year • MACJC State Tournament Fouth Place • Marko Huljev and Mario Knezvic - NJCAA Award for Superior Academic Achievement, MACJC Academic All-State • Marko Knezevic - MACJC State Runner-Up No. 1 Singles, Semifinalist at No. 1 Doubles, St. Peter’s University (NJ) Signee • Mario Huljev - MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 2 Singles, Semifinalist at No. 1 Doubles, St. Peter’s University (NJ) Signee • Brance Crane - MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 6 Singles, Semifinalist at No. 3 Doubles • Mark Ladd - MACJC Semifinalist at No. 3 Doubles • Matthew Hart - MACJC Academic All-State Women’s Tennis (7-4)

• NJCAA Region 23 Semifinalists • NJCAA No. 2 Academic Team of the Year • MAJCJ State Tournament Third Place • Coach Holli Pepper - MACJC Coach of the Year • Macie Case and Ansley Schimmel - NJCAA Award for Superior Academic Acheivement, MACJC Distinguished Academic All-State • Kathryn Scarbrough - NJCAA Award for Exemplary Academic Achievement, MACJC Academic All-State • Kristen Hall - MACJC Academic All-State • Abby Morris - MACJC State Runner-Up No. 6 Singles, MACJC State Semifinalists at No. 2 Doubles • Kim McNeese & Jess Franklin – MACJC State Runner-Up No. 3 Doubles • Ansley Schimmel – MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 2 Singles • Hailey Wicker – MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 3 Singles, MACJC State Semifinalists at No. 2 Doubles • Kim McNeese – MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 4 Singles • Jess Franklin – MACJC State Semifinalist at No. 5 Singles Softball (18-23 Overall, 9-15 South Division) • NJCAA No. 4 All-Academic Team of the Year • Bobbie Cochran - NJCAA Pinnale Award for Acaemic Excellence, MACJC Distinguished Academic All-State • Brooke Delaughter and Carrie Moak - NJCAA Award for Superior Academic Achievement, MACJC Distinguished Academic All-State • Tammy Alford, Leah Britt, Ashley McCaffery, Em-

ily Smith, and Stevie Wright - MACJC Academic All-State Baseball (23-21-1 Overall, 8-16 South Division) • Will Gatlin and Stephen Joe (Christian Brothers University signee) - NJCAA Award for Exemplary Academic Achievement, MACJC Academic AllState • Noel Santos - MACJC Academic All-State, MACJC Second Team All-State, University of Central Michigan signee • Zac Ferguson - MACJC First Team All-State • Gabe Wilson, Matt Smth, Noel Santos, Jonathan Santana, and Tyler Copeland (pitched a no-hitter in 8-0 win over East Central on April 28, NJCAA Co-Pitcher of the Week, Belhaven University signee) - MACJC All-State Second Team • Raymond Winter - University of New Orleans signee Golf • NJCAA Region 23 Tournament Second Place • MACJC State Tournament Fourth Place • Alex Clark and Justin Danise (William Carey University signee) - NJCAA National Tournament (60th and 71st place respectively) • Alex Clark - NJCAA D-II 2012 Ping All-Freshman Team • Hunter Hood - MACJC Second Team All-State • Keaton Stamps - NJCAA Award for Exemplary Academic Achievement, MACJC Academic AllState, William Carey University signee

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President Ronnie Nettles (left) presents Athletic Director and Lady Wolves Head Coach Gwyn Young with a medallion and statuette commemorating his induction into the 2012 Mississippi Association of Community and Junior College Sports Hall of Fame.

Outstanding Career-Technical Advisors from the Wesson Campus are Don Smith, program coordinator Computer Information Systems Technology (left) and Rhonda Posey, Computer Information Systems Technology instructor.

Personnel

preciation Day, Working for Academic Excellence (HEADWAE) Award by the Mississippi Legislature.

• Dr. Tim Lea received his doctorate from Jackson State University.

• Dr. John Dickerson (S) was recognized by the Mississippi State University Alumni Association for his volunteer work.

• The basketball court in Mullen Gymnasium was named in honor of Athletic Director and Women’s Basketball Coach Gwyn Young (W).

Honored as Co-Lin’s Outstanding Academic Advisors are Dr. Brett Shufelt, social science instructor Wesson Campus (left) and Dr. Allison Duckworth, science instructor Simpson County Center.

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• Shelley Huskey (W) gave a presentation at the Mississippi Academy of Sciences Conference at the Hattiesburg Convention Center. The title of her presentation was “Conventional Strain Energy of Azetidine, Phosphetane, the Dihydroazetes, and the Dihydrophosphetes”.

• David Higgs (W) was recognized at the United States Taekwondo Grandmasters Society for his contribution to the writing of the history of the U.S. Taekwondo Grandmasters Society.

• Jackie Martin (W) and Dr. Dewayne Middleton (S) graduated from the Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy (MCCLA).

• Mary Warren (W) was honored with the William Winter Award at the Natchez Literary and Cinema Celebration.

• Dr. Stephanie Duguid (W) was recognized by Governor Phil Bryant for her work promoting the State and School Employees’ Health Insurance Plan’s Motivating Mississippi – Keys to Living Healthy wellness program.

• Dr. Kevin McKone (W) received the Higher Education Ap18

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Copiah-Lincoln Community College’s Outstanding Instructors and Staff Members are from left, Neisha Leggett, Outstanding Academic Instructor Wesson Campus; Angela Garrett, Outstanding Career & Techical Instructor Wesson Campus; Sheryl Montgomery, Outstanding Staff Member Wesson Campus; Walt Wilson, Outstanding Faculty/Staff Member Natchez Campus; and Ann Ball, Outstanding Faculty/Staff Member Simpson County Center.

honored as the Natchez Campus Outstanding Academic Advisor.

• Dr. Gail Baldwin (W) and Bruce Irvin (W) attended the Effective Transitions in Adult Education Conference 2011 in Providence, Rhode Island.

• Bonnie Hawes, practical nursing instructor, was honored as Co-Lin’s Outstanding Career-Technical Advisor from the Simpson County Center .

• Dr. Tim Lea (W) and Dr. Dewayne Middleton (SC) attended a United States Marine Corps workshop in Parris Island, SC. • Representing the college at the 2011 Lamplighters Conference attendees were Geoffrey Horne (N), Melinda Pritchartt (N), Glenda Silverii (W), and Dr. Denise Richardson (W).

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• Pam Reid (W) was selected as Co-Lin’s Phi Theta Kappa 2011-2012 Faculty Scholar.

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• Celeste Williamson (W) received the Band and Colette Alumni Chapter Stanley Stewart Young Alumni Award.

• Dr. Kevin McKone (W) presented at the MS Science Teachers Association Meeting regarding Co-Lin’s work in the area of robotics.

• Gwen McCalip, Director of Admissions and Records, was

Dr. Rhonda Smith-Tilly of the Simpson County Center (center) was selected as the Mississippi Humanities Council 2011 Outstanding Humanities Teacher of the Year. Congratulating Dr. Smith-Tilly are from left, Dr. John Dickerson, Dr. Ronnie Nettles, Elena Fougerousse of the Mississippi Humanities Council, and Dr. Jane Hulon.

• Dr. Jane Hulon (W) received the Wesson Chamber of Commerce’s Outstanding Instructor Award.

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ams 28%

Copiah 28.05%

Franklin 4.21%

Jefferson 1.43%

Lawrence 11.20%

Enrollment by Campus Out-­‐of-­‐State 2% Out-­‐of-­‐Dist 14%

34.32%

2.78%

Out-­‐of-­‐Dist 10%

Adams 2%

Simpson 3%

Lincoln 0% Lawrence 0% Simpson 0% Jefferson 4%

Copiah 28%

Lincoln 34%

Adams Copiah Copiah Franklin Jefferson 0.00% Lawrence 1.12% Lincoln Simpson Out-­‐of-­‐Dist Out-­‐of-­‐State 0.24% 4.64% 4.28% 0.24% 0.11%

Adams Lincoln 69.56%

Lawrence 11%

Franklin 4% Jefferson 2%

Franklin 5%

14.07%

1.66%

Franklin Jefferson Lawrence Lin Simpson Out-­‐of-­‐Dist Out-­‐of-­‐State 0.00% 0.00% 5.10% 0.

0.00% 9.75% 11.18% Out-­‐of-­‐State Jefferson 0% 0% Adams Franklin Lawrence 5% 0% Copiah 0% Lincoln 1% 0% Out-­‐of-­‐Dist 30%

Out-­‐of-­‐State 11%

Adams 70%

Simpson 64%

Copiah 0%

Wesson Natchez Simpson Academic/Health Career

77.92% 73.01% 6.54%

Technical

91.07%

Natchez Campus Enrollment

Wesson Campus Enrollment 5.59%

3.67%

15.54% 21.40%

5.26%

Enrollment by Division Chart Title Academic/Health

Career

Technical

91.07% 77.92%

73.01%

21.40%

15.54%

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6.54%

5.59%

3.67%

Wesson

Natchez

Simpson

5.26%

Simpson County Center Enrollment

Federal Grants/Contracts 26.44% State Grants/Contracts 3.98% Local Grants/Contracts 1.22% Sales/Services 12.03% Transfers 2.34% Other Revenues 1.48%

FY 2011-2012 Revenues

Transfers 2.34% 2%

Sales/Services 12.03% 12% Local Grants/ Contracts 1.22% 1%

26.44% 3.98% 1.22% 12.03% 2.34% 1.48%

Revenue Funds Other Revenues 1.48% 2% TuiHon and Fees 18.65% 19%

State Grants/ Contracts 3.98% 4%

State AppropriaHons 24.29% 24%

Federal Grants/ Contracts 26.44% 26%

County AppropriaHons 9.68% 10%

Revenue Funds

Tuition and Fees $8,436,572.00 State Appropriations $10,896,350.50 County Appropriations $4,578,966.35 Federal Grants/Contracts $11,862,378.86 State Grants/Contracts $1,784,190.00 Local Grants/Contracts $545,593.56 Sales/Services $5,395,704.07 Transfers $1,048,992.03 Other Revenues $663,330.46 Total $45,212,077.83

Expenses (by Function)

Instructional $13,334,006.06 Instructional Support $1,025,423.72 Student Services $3,247,869.08 Institutional Support $4,720,715.82 Physical Plant $4,739,732.09 Auxiliaries $4,650,301.54 Debt Services $1,033,992.03 Financial Aid $11,550,247.83 Total $44,302,288.17

WESSON CAMPUS P.O. Box 649 Wesson, Mississippi 39191 601. 643.5101

P.O. Box 649 • Wesson, MS 39191-0649

NATCHEZ CAMPUS 11 Co-Lin Circle Natchez, Mississippi 39120 601.442.9111

SIMPSON COUNTY CENTER 151 Co-Lin Drive Mendenhall, Mississippi 39114 601.849.5149