EDUCATION

NEMCC said Band Camp will run June 7-11, 2026, offering band, guard, performances and nightly activities. Resident fee is $270 and commuter fee is $207, with a $10 early-bird discount for registrations by March 31.

NEMCC announced that applications are open for its Tiger Ambassador program, with a May 1, 2026, deadline. Prospective applicants can apply online at the college’s application form.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said four logistics students earned industry certifications, and one became the college’s first to receive two credentials.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said it welcomed children from the region to an ‘Exceptional Night of Baseball’ at The Plex, pairing each child with a Tiger baseball or softball player.

Students scoring 28 or higher on the ACT now qualify for a scholarship covering up to $20,000 for two years at Northeast.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said its Phi Theta Kappa chapter won several individual and chapter awards at the Mississippi-Louisiana Regional Conference, including a 5-Star Chapter Award and multiple advisor recognitions.

NEMCC Baseball will hold an evening of adaptive baseball March 16 at The Plex for children in kindergarten and up. Organizers are seeking participants, volunteers and donors.

Northeast Mississippi Community College President Ricky G. Ford welcomed more than 60 women educators Saturday for the Northern District meeting of Delta Kappa Gamma, the college said. Attendees took part in sessions on communication, connection and commitment, the college said.

NEMCC Adult Education at Booneville said student Breanna Oswalt has earned a high school equivalency diploma and praised her perseverance.

The NEMCC Foundation said its application for 2026-2027 scholarships closes March 15. The foundation urged current and incoming students to apply online before the deadline.