WEEK OF OCT. 28 – NOV. 2
For all things Holmes, we have our weekly-updated news list known as “Dog Tracks.” There are sections for each campus and for the district as a whole. Be sure to check back here for important news and events that you won’t want to miss.
HAPPY HOMECOMING WEEK!
Be sure to see all the ways you can get involved on your campus leading up to Homecoming on Thursday, October 31st!
CLICK HERE to visit the Homecoming webpage for all the information you need!
DISTRICT WIDE news:
Homecoming This Week
Homecoming activities will be held on Thursday, Oct. 31 on the Goodman Campus. CLICK HERE to visit the Homecoming website for a schedule of the day, a campus map for events, a list of food truck vendors, your Career & Transfer fair list of attending guests, and even mfore details.
Proctoring Schedule for 10/21/24 – 10/25/24:
Ridgeland Campus
- Wednesday, October 30 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Attala Center
- Tuesday, October 29 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Goodman Campus
- Wednesday, October 30 (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM)
Grenada Campus
- Wednesday, October 30 (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Registration for Online Classes is Still Open
The last day to register for Fourth 4-Week online classes is listed November 15.
Homecoming T-Shirts Are In
If you preordered a Homecoming, please check your email for pick up instructions! Contact Heather Jones at hjones@holmescc.edu for any questions!
ATHLETICS:
Tuesday, October 29:
- Soccer vs. East Miss., away, 5/7 p.m.
- Softball vs. Arkansas State, home, 1/3 p.m.
Thursday, October 31:
- HOMECOMING GAME: Football vs. East Miss., home, 3 p.m.
Friday, November 1:
- Women’s Basketball vs. Hinds, home, 12 p.m.
- Men’s Basketball vs. Arkansas St. Newport, home, 2 p.m.
Saturday, November 2:
- Women’s Soccer, home, NJCAA Region 23 match, Opponent TBA
CLICK HERE to visit our athletics website for more information about Holmes Bulldog Sports, up-to-date schedules, rosters, stats, and more.
click the + by your location to see news for your campus
goodman campus
Fitness Center Hours (Branch Coliseum)
Students: Mon. – Thur. 1:30pm – 6:00pm
Faculty & Staff: Mon. – Thurs. 12 noon – 1:30pm
*Holiday and Summer Hours Vary*
Intramurals
This week’s Intramurals games are inspired by the Dress-Up Day schedule. Join us in the fun and wear your best themed-outfits!
Monday – Pink Out Flag Football game on the band field at 6 pm
Tuesday – Island Luau (volleyball, cornhole, spikeball, and more!) on the beach volleyball court at 6 pm
Wednesday – Spooky Soccer game on the band field at 6 pm
SGA
Monday: Costume Dance, 9 p.m., Lorance Student Center
Tuesday: Homecoming court practice and pictures, 3:30 p.m.
Costume Dance on October 28th
Calling all ghosts, goblins and ghouls to the Student Center on Oct. 28 at 9:00 p. m. for costume dance.
Dorm Decoration Contest the Week of Hallwoeen
Show off your spooky side and decorate your dorm door, winner will be judged and announced Oct. 30.
Flu Shots Available
It is Flu Shot Season! Instead of having a set date, the Premier Clinic is setting aside times for Goodman employees to get their shots. So beginning Monday, October 28 through November 4, the clinic will be giving flu shots from 12:30pm-1:30pm. If these times are not convenient, feel free to schedule an appointment with the clinic.
Breast Cancer Fundraiser Oct. 28-30
Student Support Services is proud to be raising Breast Cancer Awareness this week and providing support for individuals affected by breast cancer. We hope to see you in the Goodman campus McMorrough Library lobby 11am – 1pm this week. See the accompanying image for more details (to the side if you read Dog Tracks on your desktop, or below if you’re seeing this on your phone/tablet).
PTK Cheese Sales Have Begun
See the accompanying image for more details (to the side if you read Dog Tracks on your desktop, or below if you’re seeing this on your phone/tablet).
Social and Behavioral Science Honors Program
We’re accepting applications until October 30th for the Spring 2025 Honors Program. See the accompanying image for more details (to the side if you read Dog Tracks on your desktop, or below if you’re seeing this on your phone/tablet).
Holmes Community College Associate Degree Nursing Program-Goodman Is Sponsoring a Raffle
$2.00 Donation
ONN 55” 4K UHD LED Roku Smart TV HDR
Winner will be announced at Homecoming Halftime, Oct. 31st. You do not have to be present to win!
Baptist Student Union Meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays
The BSU is a place for students to worship & study God’s Word. Being involved in BSU helps you connect with others, deepen your walk with Christ, get encouragement, and serve.
Join us to find out how you can get plugged in!
Tuesday 7:30pm — Worship & Bible Study
Thursday 11:45am — Free Lunch and Devotion
STEM Study Center is Open
The STEM Study Center is open now in the Computer Technology Building. Here are the hours for tutoring:
Tutoring Hours:
Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.;
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.; 12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
See the accompanying image for more details (to the side if you read Dog Tracks on your desktop, or below if you’re seeing this on your phone/tablet).
Goodman Writing Center Now Open
The Goodman Campus Writing Center is now pen in McDaniel Hall. Hours are 8-9 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday and 1-3:30 Monday through Thursday.
Carroll Cafeteria Menu
To stay up-to-date with cafeteria menus by checking HERE.
grenada campus
Spooky STEM Fest
In Phillips Hall 8:45-9:45 a.m. on 10/30. We will have STEM Fest stations set up for students to experience STEM activities with a Halloween theme. More details to come!
Grenada Student Activities
Get Involved. Make Holmes your HOME.
Oct 30 – Wear your Halloween Costume on Campus for a chance to win prizes!
Nov 6 – flag football at 12 in the yard
Nov 11- karaoke coffee house in the forum
Grenada Writing Center
Holmes Grenada Campus Room 210 in Grenada’s Main Building.
Faculty Services: Quiet space to work, Flexible Seating -Lounge Chairs -Table seating for individual or small group, -Computer Seating, Access to Computer and Printer, Use of school supplies such as stapler, hole punch, tape, and pencil sharpener
Tutoring Services: The Writing Center provides access to student tutors and an English instructor to help with the following areas: Formatting Citations, Idea Development, Proof Reading, Clarity of Writing, Grammar Development, Cohesiveness, Canvas Submission and more.
Director: Casey Johnson 6622272335 cajohnson@holmescc.edu- We are here to serve and support you through your academic journey on writing assignments across the curriculum.
Grenada PTK Announcements
If you are a member of PTK and are not in the Canvas group or you have questions about being an officer, email PTK advisor Cynthia Abel at cabel@holmessc.edu
Baptist Student Union
Tuesdays at Noon, join the BSU for a free lunch followed by a Bible Study. They meet each week in room 122 of the main building. Bring a friend!
Jack L. Holmes Library
Fall Hours:
Monday – Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday: 7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Stop by and utilize their study rooms, free printing and grab a coffee or snack. Questions? Call 662-227-2361
ridgeland campus
Fitness Center Hours
Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am to 7 pm
Friday, 8 am to 3:30 pm
*Holiday and Summer Hours Vary*
Open Up Mississippi Club: Meeting Nov. 12 for New Members
The Open Up Mississippi Club will have a meeting for new members on Nov. 12 at 12:15 p.m. in Ridgeland Hall-Classroom 111. The Open Up Mississippi Club is dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and wellness and support students’ well-being. For more information, contact David Jones at davjones@holmescc.edu; Chief Daveesha Magee, demagee@holmescc.edu; or Makeaba Latiker, mlatiker@holmescc.edu.
PN Ridgeland
PN Ridgeland department donated 440 cans of cat and dog food to the “No Kill” shelter, Webster Animal Shelter, in Madison, MS. Shelter staff were most appreciative!
Chess Club
Chess Club meets Mondays at 3:00 p.m. in lobby of Science Building ! Join us to learn how to play and/or improve their game. Contact Dr. Troy Milliken for more information, kmilliken@holmescc.edu.
Mississippi State Offer Tuition Remission
Mississippi State University offers tuition remission for instructors teaching at community colleges in an applied science or technology field. See attached to learn more about how BAS Tuition Remission Program works.
Click here for process instructions.
Turk-A-Thon Is Back
Turk-a-thon 2024 returns this fall. It’s slated to be held in or surrounding Science Building West on Wednesday, November 20th between 10:15 – 11:15am. Keep an eye out for more information about this trot around the Ridgeland campus!
The Writing Center is Here to Help!
Write Here, Right Now!
Find us in Madison Hall 205 for assistance with any step of the writing process.
F2F or E-Tutoring: Monday and Wednesday: 9:30-1:00
F2F or E-Tutoring: Tuesday and Thursday: 9:30-11:30; 1:30-3:00
E-Tutoring Only: Friday: 9:00-11:00
Anyone wishing to see their events posted in Dog Tracks should email sdiffey@holmescc.edu before 3:30pm on Thursday of each week. Thanks for your attention in this matter.
Fall 2024 academic dates to remember:
Note: All Dates and Deadlines are subject to change.
Online Class Registration
Full Term Online Classes: Oct. 22 – Dec 6
Register by Aug. 27
Second Term Online 8-Week Classes: Oct. 21 – Dec. 13
Register by Oct. 22
Fourth Term Online 4-Week Classes: Nov. 18 – Dec. 13
Register by Nov. 15
Holidays
Thanksgiving, November 25 – 29
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