Comic book characters to heroes on display at 糖心直播 art gallery
ELLISVILLE 鈥� Tupelo native and current Hattiesburg resident, Thomas Jackson鈥檚 artwork is on display at the 糖心直播 Eula Bass Lewis art gallery on the Ellisville campus.听 His talents produce a wide range of art styles including oil pastel paintings of superheroes to literary figures and scenery. The comic book enthusiast is working on his modern version of the classic art form and will be on campus for an 鈥淎rt Talk鈥� on Tuesday, October 23, at 1 p.m.听 The gallery and the Art Talk is open to the public at no cost.
Since 1998, Jackson has been performing as a musician. He fell in love with songwriting and performing while studying graphic design at USM. Since then, he鈥檚 been a full-time musician, teaching in Hattiesburg and painting on his off days. While he鈥檚 been drawing all of his life, Jackson said he鈥檚 only been serious about art for about five years after getting engaged.
鈥淚 did an oil pastel drawing of a comic book character for a friend and posted it on Facebook. People started asking me if I could do other characters and it went from there. So I’ve been a part-time professional artist for about five years, doing mostly comic book related stuff,鈥� said Jackson.
His inspiration comes mostly from illustrators from the early 20th-century comic books and Pulp magazines while also enjoying the styles of Art Nouveau and Impressionism, like painter Gustavo Klimt. Jackson believes his work balances strong 2 D effects with elaborate handwork, along with the Impressionists鈥� style of using bright palettes. Aside from superheroes and Sci-fi, Jackson draws and paints a wide variety of subjects from Frida Kahlo to David Bowie.
鈥淚 really like color and texture. My lifelong love of comic books has developed into a signature aesthetic look. The portraits of superheroes use colors that evoke the bright basics of the four-color comic book form while also using a complex method of involving many layers of pastel, acrylic and digital effects, adding depth and making each piece a one-of-a-kind. The results bridge the distance between popular and fine art forms,鈥� said Jackson.
For more information about the JCJC art show contact the gallery at 601-477-4148 or visit the gallery which is open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.听 The gallery is closed for lunch daily from 11:30 until noon.听 If you want to know more about the JCJC Fine Arts Department check out the JCJC Fine Arts Facebook page at .
糖心直播 students choose Chambers & Woullard as Mr. & Miss JC
ELLISVILLE 鈥� Students at 糖心直播 recently chose two people, BreAnna Chambers and Jared Woullard as the best representatives of the college, as Mr. and Miss JC.听 This honor is bestowed upon a sophomore who is not only involved in college activities but who also exemplifies Jones and is considered a role model by their peers.听 Students campaigned using various methods of marketing including posters, social media campaigns and some appealed to the taste buds of students with candy and baked goods.
鈥淢iss JC,鈥� BreAnna Chambers lives in the Buckatunna community of Wayne County and is majoring in speech pathology and audiology. At Jones, she is a member of the Student Government Association, Baptist Student Union and JC Diamond Girls. While a freshman at Jones, Chambers was a member of the yearbook staff and a Resident Assistant for women鈥檚 housing.听 The Wayne Academy graduate was unsure if she鈥檇 fit in at Jones last year but quickly discovered her 鈥渇amily.鈥�
鈥淚 was unsure of what I wanted out of college or if I鈥檇 find a place in any organizations. I was shown after my first month, Jones is like a family and it鈥檚 okay to step out of your comfort zone in faith and try something different. I have met people from all walks of life while serving in various organizations. My hope is that I am able to instill in as many people as I can while serving as Miss 糖心直播 this year that the Bible quote from Philippians 4:13, 鈥業 can do all things through Christ that strengthens me,鈥� is true. I plan to take the things that I have learned with me to the University of Southern Mississippi as I study speech pathology and audiology,鈥� said Chambers.
Her plans following graduation from JC and USM include owning a private practice for children with speech disabilities in Wayne County. 听Her parents are JoAn and James Chambers.
Greene County鈥檚 Jared Woullard can add another accomplishment to his growing list. JC students selected him to be 鈥淢r. JC.鈥� The engineering major is a member of the academic honor society, Phi Theta Kappa and Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society. For the last two years, Woullard has been a member of the Concert Choir, Engineering Club, Bobcat Brigade, the student ambassador and recruiting organization, the Presidential Student Advisory Task Force and the Charles Pickering Honors Institute.听 Woullard proudly served students as the Freshman Class president, was voted as one of the Freshman Class Favorites, and he is currently serving as the Student Government Association president. The Letter 鈥淛鈥� Award recipient also finds time to play intramural volleyball, football, soccer, basketball, and softball. The busy college student said he appreciates his peers being receptive to his message.
鈥淏eing chosen to be Mr. 糖心直播 is so very special to me because it shows that my interactions with the student body and my efforts to inspire and encourage those to be leaders have been noticed. This achievement is more than a title to me. It is a representation of my commitment to improving student life and leadership here at Jones and I鈥檓 happy it has caught the attention of my peers. I am so thankful and will always strive to inspire greatness. My goal for Jones is and will always be to unify our students, improve our campus, and solidify our leadership integrity,鈥� said Woullard.
The Greene County 鈥淲ildcat鈥� graduate said he has enjoyed speaking at events, being involved with students during events, spending time with his friends and his girlfriend while at Jones. 听Woullard shared, he feels it鈥檚 important to return home to Greene County and encourage everyone to reach higher and work harder.
鈥淢y advice to all is to always chase your dreams and focus on being the best you! Always work hard and pray harder, and never forget where you came from because there is no place like home.鈥�
His future plans include becoming a chemical engineer after earning his bachelor鈥檚 degree from Mississippi State University. Woullard has three siblings, Dalon, LaDon and Sade’ Woullard and his mother is Monica Wessel.
Fleming takes the reigns at the JC Greene County Center
ELLISVILLE- A familiar face to Greene County residents has been named the new Director of 糖心直播鈥檚 Center in Leakesville. The former three-term Greene County Superintendent of Education, Richard Fleming replaces Clint James who has accepted an offer to teach at Mississippi State University.
鈥淐lint was involved with establishing this facility when it opened its doors in 2012. He laid the foundation and did a great job of expanding the Greene County Center,鈥� said Fleming. 鈥淚鈥檓 excited to continue to build upon his success.鈥�
After spending 39 years in education, Fleming retired two years ago.听 The Greene County native said he didn鈥檛 have plans to return to work but is excited about the opportunity to be working with Greene County residents again. 糖心直播 President, Dr. Jesse Smith said he is confident Fleming will be able to take the Center to the next level.
鈥淢r. Fleming brings a wealth of experience and an unending supply of positive energy.听 He was crucial to the success of the Center from its inception and we are thankful that he wants to serve his community by being 糖心直播鈥檚 Director of the Greene County Center. We are extremely excited about his vision for growth not to mention our excitement about his natural charisma and leadership skills.鈥�
The Greene County Center opened in 2012 and is currently undergoing an expansion with plans to offer more educational and workforce training programs.听 Currently, the Center offers pipefitting, welding, adult education, workforce development training and college credit courses.听 For information about the Greene County Center call 601-394-4421.
糖心直播 celebrates Homecoming 2018
ELLISVILLE 鈥� Plans are underway to make Homecoming at 糖心直播 a special event. 听The weekend of activities will incorporate the Homecoming theme, 鈥淚nspiring Bobcats through the Ages鈥� beginning with the student Homecoming pep rally on Thursday, October 18 at 7 p.m. at the Lake.听 The 鈥済low pep rally鈥� is sponsored by the Student Government Association and will provide glow-necklaces and glow-sticks for everyone in attendance. This event will be canceled if there is inclement weather.
听On Friday, October 19, the Homecoming festivities begin at 5 p.m. with a Legacy Tree Dedication Ceremony on the Jones Hall Plaza. Four 糖心直播 alumni will be added to the 鈥淟egacy Circle of Honor,鈥� which consists of a circle of live oak trees created in 2016 to honor the significant contributions of alumni. This year, the Honorable Judge Charles Pickering of Hebron will be honored and in memory, the lives of Harry Bush of Laurel, Julius 鈥淛udy鈥� King of Heidelberg and Laurel, and Vic West of Wayne County and Laurel will be recognized for their dedication and service to Jones and their communities. A reception will follow this ceremony in the Tullos Suite of听Jones Hall.
At 5:30 p.m., a State Historical Marker will be revealed on campus honoring the 1955 football team that played in the Jr. Rose Bowl. Following this event, the JCJC 1955 Class Reunion Dinner begins at 6 p.m. at the President鈥檚 Home.
听The 50-year Reunion Dinner honoring the JCJC Class of 1968 will gather in the C.L. Neill Student Center at 6 p.m. 听听Additionally, the 1983 and 1998 Football Team Reunion Dinner will meet in the C.L. Neill Student Center at 6 p.m.
Homecoming Day, Saturday, October 20, is slated with numerous activities for a day of fun for all ages. Events will begin at 9 a.m. with a brunch for alumni and friends at the Terrell Tisdale Library.听 Members of the Ellisville High School Reunion for the 1960-1965 classes are invited to register during the brunch.
At 10 a.m. the JCJC Homecoming Parade will wind through the streets of Ellisville and the campus. The parade will feature floats made by the student body incorporating the theme, as well as the Maroon Typhoon Marching Band, JCJC cheerleaders, Touch of Gold, and of course, the 2018 Homecoming Queen and her court. 听Parade Marshals are the 2018 NJCAA Division 2 National Championship Softball Team, led by their coaches, Chris Robinson and Bob Herrington.
At 10:45 a.m. the public is also invited to join the Jones family for a pep rally following the parade in front of the C.L. Neill Student Center.听听 At 11:30 a.m. the JCJC Alumni Luncheon will be held in the A.B. Howard Gymnasium.听 During this luncheon, three JCJC alumni, Dennis Bohannon of Laurel, Paul Culliver of Raleigh and Clyde Dease, Jr., originally from Taylorsville and currently living in Picayune, will be honored. 听Reservations for the luncheon can be made through the Alumni and Foundation Office at 601-477-4145 or by emailing, jcjcalumniinfo@jcjc.edu.
Before the game, the Ellisville High School Reunion Classes of 1960 through 1965 will meet 鈥�Tailgating under the Tents鈥� at the Sim Cooley Football Field, near the Tennis Complex beginning at 11:30. 听The cost is $10 per person with a reservation deadline of October 10, by calling 601-477-4049.
The Homecoming pre-game festivities will begin at 1:30 p.m. with the marching band鈥檚 pre-game show on the Sim Cooley Football Field at Bobcat Stadium. The game against Co-Lin Community College will begin at 2 p.m.
At halftime, the Homecoming Court will be presented with the crowning of the 2018 Homecoming Queen, Haley Smith. Also during halftime, the JCJC and the Ellisville High School honored classes, and the 2018 Honor Alumni will be recognized.听 The festivities will end with a performance by the Maroon Typhoon and Touch of Gold. For more information call the Foundation and Alumni Office at 477-4049 or email jcjcalumniinfo@jcjc.edu.
鈥淭reats in the Streets鈥� at JC on Tuesday, October 30
ELLISVILLE- 糖心直播鈥檚 Office of Student Affairs and Student Government Association along with campus clubs, organizations, and the city of Ellisville will host the annual 鈥淭reats in the Streets鈥� night of activities on Tuesday, October 30, 2018, from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. The trick-or-treat trail event will be held on the front lawn area of Jones Hall. Admission is free unless otherwise noted, and the public is welcome to attend all events. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
From听5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., JCJC clubs and organizations will have treats and games available in front of Jones Hall. This event is for children ages 0 to 12 years, and all children must be accompanied by an adult to attend. Also, the JCJC all-you-can-eat cafeteria will stay open for dinner until听7:30 p.m.听The cost for children ages 4 to 9 years of age is $4.50, and children ages 10 and adults听is听$7.25 (tax included).听Taco Bell will be open until听9 p.m.听& the Bobcat Grill will be open until听8 p.m.;听both are located behind the A.B. Howard Gymnasium.
The costume contests will begin at听5:30 p.m.听in the center of the grassy area of Jones Hall for kids ages 0 to 12. 听At听6 p.m. a costume contest for JCJC students will begin.
The annual Treats in the Streets celebration is an outdoor event and may be canceled or modified, if it rains or if the weather is not conducive for children. For more information, contact Dr. Tessa Flowers at 601-477-4845 or email: tessa.flowers.jcjc.edu.