Meridian Community College

06/01/2026

C4K IS HERE! Day 1 is in the books and off to an amazing start. See you kiddos tomorrow.

06/01/2026

06/01/2026

ADOLESCENT ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH STUDY. Meridian Community College is partnering with Brown University's Community Noise Lab to better understand how environmental factors impact youth in our region.

Families with youth ages 12-17 may be eligible to participate in a one-day study visit taking place on June 27. Eligible participants may receive compensation for their time.

Learn more and register at mcc1.co/maehs

06/01/2026

MCC GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL 8V8. Get ready to compete with MCC Eagles Soccer. Join us June 24 for a full day of competition for girls in grades 9-12. The cost is $30 per player.

For questions or to register, contact Coach Mike Smith at [email protected].

06/01/2026

MCCERS BANE, HUGGINS GRADUATE FROM MISSISSIPPI COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY. Meridian Community College employees Darren Bane and JaWanda Huggins recently graduated from the Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy (MCCLA), a statewide program that helps community college employees grow as leaders.

MCCLA was developed in 2009 by the Mississippi Community College Foundation to address the projected need for upper-level leaders in the Mississippi community college system. The academy’s term is a year-long investment that begins in June and ends in May. The program includes workshops to strengthen supervisory and management skills, and participants’ work situations are used to hone new skills and tools.

Bane is MCC’s director of workforce development, and Huggins is a biological science instructor. Both are also graduates of the MCC Foundation’s Eagles Leadership Convocation, known as E.L.C.

MCCLA gave participants a closer look at the state’s community college system as well as offering opportunities to meet and learn from peers across Mississippi.

Huggins said the academy helped her see that leadership can happen in many places, including classrooms, offices, hallways, and community spaces. She said she also learned to think more about mentorship, communication, and building relationships with students.

“I hope to use what I learned to strengthen student engagement, collaboration, and innovation within MCC,” Huggins said.

Huggins, an MCC alumna, has worked at the College for 15 years. She earned an associate of arts degree in biology and university transfer from MCC, a bachelor of science degree in biology from The University of Southern Mississippi, and a master of science degree in biology from Mississippi College. This summer, she will begin the University of Idaho’s Doctor of Anatomical Sciences Program as a member of its first cohort.

Bane said he wanted to take part in the academy to better understand Mississippi’s community college system and build connections with colleagues from across the state.

“It was really valuable to hear different perspectives on leadership, student engagement and how others handle challenges on their campuses,” Bane noted.

One part of the program that stayed with Bane was a series of books by Howell Garner, a former MCCLA director and retired college president. Bane said Garner’s view of leadership and problem-solving was useful and easy to relate to.

Bane added the academy also stressed the value of relationships and servant leadership.

“Effective leadership is really about supporting, encouraging and empowering the people around you,” he said.

Bane earned a bachelor of business administration degree from Mississippi State University, and has worked at MCC since June 2015.

Both graduates said leadership programs help employees grow and bring new ideas back to campus.

“When colleges invest in leadership development, they are ultimately investing in students, employees and the future of the community,” Huggins added.

To learn more about Meridian Community College, visit meridiancc.edu. To learn more about the Mississippi Community College Leadership Academy, visit mccfms.com/mccla.

05/29/2026

MCC GUITAR CLASSES. Earn college credit while learning to play. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this class is for you.

Class Guitar I | MUA 1211-A
📅 Thursdays | 2–3:20 PM

For more information, contact Mitch Brantley at 601.484.8881.

05/29/2026

EARLY EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY. Make a difference in the lives of young children through MCC's Early Education program. Students gain hands-on experience and training to prepare for careers working with children from birth to age eight.

This program offers options for both a one-year certificate and a two-year associate's degree, with courses designed for those already working in child care or early education settings.

Learn how you can get started today at meridiancc.edu/earlyeducation.

05/28/2026

COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING. Start something new with MCC on June 1st. In just 8 short weeks, MCC's Commercial Truck Driving program will have you on the road in this high-demand career. Gain hands-on driving experience, learn DOT rules and regulations, and prepare to earn your CDL with expert instructors.

Seats for the class are limited, so register today.

Visit meridiancc.edu/truckdriving to learn more.
Contact MCC Advisor Deborah Nettles at [email protected].

05/28/2026

MCC SUMMER CLASSES OFFER FLEXIBLE WAYS TO STAY ON TRACK. Registration is underway for summer classes at Meridian Community College, giving students a flexible and affordable way to get ahead, catch up or stay on track.

Day Term I, Full Term, Full Term online and Term I online classes begin Monday, June 1. The last day to register for Day Term I and Full-Term classes is Wednesday, June 3. Term II online classes begin Monday, June 29, and Day Term II classes begin Monday, July 6. The last day to register for Day Term II is Wednesday, July 8.

Summer classes can help students earn credits faster, make up a class, complete prerequisites or lighten their fall schedule. Students attending another college may also take MCC summer courses and transfer the credits back to their home institution, but they should check with that college or university before registering.

Summer also can be a good starting point for new or returning students who want a smaller class load before beginning full time.

MCC will observe Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, and the Independence Day holiday June 29-July 5. The August graduation application deadline is Friday, June 26. The final instructional day is Thursday, July 30, with final grades due and commencement set for Friday, July 31.

Students can view available classes and register at meridiancc.edu or by contacting Meridian Community College.

05/28/2026

BEBE ROBERTS FREEMAN SCHOLARSHIP. Planning a career in education? This scholarship is designed to support and recognize outstanding MCC students majoring in Education.

Let your passion for teaching shine. Apply today at meridiancc.edu/freeman.
The deadline to apply is June 30.