Above: Dr. Mary S. Graham, MGCCC president, speaking at the Legends Luncheon held at the Jackson County Campus on October 22.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County Campus hosted a Legends Luncheon on Thursday, October 22, honoring past administrators, former and current campus employees, alumni, and community leaders who have contributed to the 50 years of excellence at the Gautier campus.

The luncheon was part of the many events planned throughout the year to honor the 50th anniversary of the Jefferson Davis and Jackson County campuses.

The luncheon, attended by more than 150 guests, was followed by the dedication and burial of a time capsule in front of the campus Bell Tower. Included in the capsule were commemorative coins; invitations to the dedication ceremony; memories solicited from campus retirees, employees and students; impromptu signature roll; campus brochures and a viewbook; a list of programs and classes for the campus; pictures of existing campus buildings; a photo of the 50-Year Committee members; selfies; Homecoming photos; an employee list, a daily newspaper; and MSU engineering program; press release on Dr. Carmen Walters appointment to campus vice president; copy of the Dedication speech; JC Chatter newsletter; tickets stubs from various athletic events; a list of athletic programs; and business cards. The time capsule will be opened on October 22, 2065.

“So many people have contributed to making the Jackson County Campus the exceptional community college campus that it is today,” said Dr. Carmen Walters, vice president of the Jackson County Campus. “Our 50-year anniversary celebration is the perfect time to recognize them for their tireless efforts in ensuring our campus grows and thrives and remains successful, productive and an asset to our community.”