2009 February

Front Page

NTSA center opens
Jones County Junior College non-traditional students now have something to smile about even more. On Wednesday, November 19, JCJC opened its first Non-Traditional Student Success Center.

Economy effects students
Turn on the television, the radio, or flip through a newspaper.

Online testing made easier
As computers have become more and more a household necessity, colleges across the globe have begun utilizing this valuable tool by offering courses via the Internet.

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Black History Month program features Dr. Samuel Jones
“This year’s annual Black History Month Program has three goals: to make our student body aware of contributions African Americans have made, to encourage all students to get involved, and to promote education,” said Dr. Samuel Jones, dean of student affairs and this year’s speaker.

Prepare now to transfer in fall
The end of the semester is coming nearer and nearer, which means some students will be transferring to a senior college after graduation.

Cochran, Burch receive prestigious award
Since 1987, academically talented students and faculty members of higher education institutions have been honored by the Mississippi Legislative Resolution #88 in what is known as the Higher Education Appreciation Day, Working for Academic Excellence award.

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Guitar students place in contest
At the 2008 Mississippi Guitar Festival, held recently in Meridian, JCJC sophomore guitar students Eric Johnson from Laurel earned second place and Jay Gandy of Soso earned an honorable mention in their competition categories.

College names Who’s Who, Hall of Fame
Every year, several students from JCJC are chosen for Who’s Who among American
College Students. The students, who must be sophomores, achieve this award through scholastic achievement as well as campus involvement.

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FCA for all, not just athletes
In the middle of playing for many successful athletic teams and getting an education, Bobcats athletes have found time to put down the books one night a for Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

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Christmas with the Arts a hit
It was looking a lot like Christmas at Jones Junior College as the Fine Arts Department put on its annual Christmas with the Arts Program. The program was held two nights in early December.

JCJC-Franklin University partnership offers options
“Options.” That is what the partnership between Franklin University and Jones County Junior College provides in benefits for students. Administrators from both colleges agree it has been a very successful partnership.

Opinions Page 3

Obama: so determined it just might work
The much anticipated presidential inauguration was not the only significant, histroric
event that took place this past January.

Bush garners praise, criticism
He has garnered both the highest and the lowest approval ratings in the history of the presidency.

Sports Page 4

Bobcats undefeated in division play
The Bobcats are off to a fantastic start on the hardwood with a 12-2 overall record as they head deeper into division play. Jones is currently undefeated in the South Division.

Bobcats move on to university gridirons
Many have witnessed or heard about how well the JCJC football team performs on the field. In the fall of 2007, the Bobcats posted a remarkable record of 9-2, being runner-up in the playoffs.

Marshall ranks among nation’s leaders
Many athletes in professional sports and on the collegiate level have their roots deeply grounded in the campus at Jones County Junior College.

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Diamond Bobcats young, talented
The Bobcats will be under new leadership on the baseball diamond for the 2009 season. JCJC head baseball coach Christian Ostrander, a native of Arlington, TX, came to Jones from Gulfport High School where he coached from 2006-2008.

Features Page 6

Williams makes fashion his passion
In college, students are given the opportunity to learn and pursue almost anything they want.

Taylor likes being abnormally normal
John Taylor has always enjoyed standing out. “I would say I’ve always most efinitely had fun at making jokes, getting people to laugh; entertaining I guess you could say,” he explained.

Music major loves to perform
For Audra Miller, it was almost as if JCJC had placed an ad in the classifieds: Wanted: Someone who loves to sing, but needs a choir.”

Entertainment Page 7

Students share Valentine’s wishes
Remember when you were just a little kid at school, passing out your Hot Wheels and Barbie Valentine’s cards, hoping to get one from that sweet boy or girl?

2009 offers huge cinema line-up
Well the New Year is here and everyone is dying to know the scoop on the movies
scheduled for release this year.

Valentine math: love + kisses + adoration = cards + flowers + candy
Chocolate, flowers, cupid, “lovey-dovey” cards, and hearts are all associated with February 14, also known as Valentine’s Day.