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Any institution has certain aspects of its activities that make up its unique “culture” or tradition. The following are some examples:
HOMECOMING: One of the big events for the College each fall is the week of Homecoming. Activities are scheduled all week to involve students, faculty and alumni. The week is culminated with the Annual Homecoming Football Game, crowning of Homecoming royalty, Distinguished Service Award, Alumni of the Year Award, Post-game Reception for Alumni, and annual Alumni meeting.
PROUD TO BE AMERICAN: A celebration of America and America’s veterans held each November around the time of Veterans’ Day.
BEAUTY AND BEAU REVIEW: Students each year compete in the Beauty and Beau Review in which poise and appearance determine students chosen for the honors.
PINE GROVE FESTIVAL: Each spring, EMCC celebrates the “Pine Grove Festival,” including arts and crafts shows, musical entertainment, and assorted other activities that involve the students, faculty and community in a celebration of the Arts.
BLACK HISTORY EMPHASIS: Students need an appreciation of where their heritage may originate and how cultural and societal forces make them “who they are.” African American heritage is celebrated in College-wide activities during the month of February.
INTRAMURALS: The intramural sports program at EMCC is designed to allow students the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities oriented to physical exercise and appreciation of sports. The programs are voluntary and open to all students at the Scooba Campus. Areas such as flag football, volley ball, basketball, board games, softball, and other sports are represented. For additional information, contact the Director of Wellness, Student Activities/Intramurals.
ATHLETICS: Athletics should be educationally centered, committed to the College mission and used to promote school morale. Athletics are often a focal point for comparison with other institutions and should promote togetherness within the student body. At East Mississippi Community College, football, men and women’s basketball, baseball, women’s softball, and rodeo teams participate on an intercollegiate basis.
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