Blake Brewer

The document primarily details the virtual graduation ceremony for the Southwest Mississippi Community College (SMCC) Spring 2020 graduating class, held due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Key segments included remarks from the SMCC President, Dr. Steve Bishop, and an address by Reggie Jones, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and a 1972 graduate. The ceremony highlighted the graduates' perseverance during unprecedented times, including the transition to online instruction starting March 23rd after face-to-face classes ended on March 18th. Discussions also involved encouraging support for the SMCC Foundation and joining the Alumni Association. The event concluded with the official declaration of graduates across various programs, including Associate Degree Nursing and Career Technical Education, with many recognized for honors distinctions.