Mississippi Delta Community College President Steven Jones, the college's 10th president, delivered a detailed report to the Washington County Board of Supervisors, outlining achievements, expansion plans, and institutional growth since taking office in January.
A Smith County native, Jones joined MDCC in 2019 as vice president for administrative and student services under former President Dr. Tyrone Jackson. He expressed gratitude to the board, local taxpayers, and trustee Frank Dantone for their support.
MDCC is preparing for its centennial in 2026 and will launch a new five-year strategic plan this fall. The college saw an 8% increase in full-time equivalency (FTE) and a 2% increase in enrollment. A new 148-bed men’s residence hall will open this fall, and a Career and Technical Education (CTE) building in Greenville is nearing completion.
Jones announced expansion of the Prison Education Program (PEP) to Washington, Issaquena, Bolivar, and Delta counties. When Supervisor Mala Brooks asked for details, Jones explained the program mirrors campus classes and uses livestream instruction, with future plans for a hybrid model. The first cohort will graduate in December.
Supervisor Brooks also praised the Middle College program. Jones confirmed it produced 63 graduates, mostly from Washington County, with 70% qualifying as PTK scholars receiving full scholarships. The program is expanding to West Bolivar and South Delta districts.
MDCC now houses Mississippi’s first artificial intelligence lab and a new Center for Teaching and Learning. The dental hygiene program achieved a 100% pass rate for the fifth year. In athletics, the women’s basketball team advanced to the Region 23 finals.
Board Attorney Willie Griffin inquired about the college band. Jones confirmed it has grown from 14 to nearly 60 members since 2019.
“MDCC is on the move,” Jones said. “
Mississippi Delta Community College President Steven Jones, the college's 10th president, delivered a detailed report to the Washington County Board of Supervisors, outlining achievements, expansion plans, and institutional growth since taking office in January.
A Smith County native, Jones joined MDCC in 2019 as vice president for administrative and student services under former President Dr. Tyrone Jackson. He expressed gratitude to the board, local taxpayers, and trustee Frank Dantone for their support.
MDCC is preparing for its centennial in 2026 and will launch a new five-year strategic plan this fall. The college saw an 8% increase in full-time equivalency (FTE) and a 2% increase in enrollment. A new 148-bed men’s residence hall will open this fall, and a Career and Technical Education (CTE) building in Greenville is nearing completion.
Jones announced expansion of the Prison Education Program (PEP) to Washington, Issaquena, Bolivar, and Delta counties. When Supervisor Mala Brooks asked for details, Jones explained the program mirrors campus classes and uses livestream instruction, with future plans for a hybrid model. The first cohort will graduate in December.
Supervisor Brooks also praised the Middle College program. Jones confirmed it produced 63 graduates, mostly from Washington County, with 70% qualifying as PTK scholars receiving full scholarships. The program is expanding to West Bolivar and South Delta districts.
MDCC now houses Mississippi’s first artificial intelligence lab and a new Center for Teaching and Learning. The dental hygiene program achieved a 100% pass rate for the fifth year. In athletics, the women’s basketball team advanced to the Region 23 finals.
Board Attorney Willie Griffin inquired about the college band. Jones confirmed it has grown from 14 to nearly 60 members since 2019.
“MDCC is on the move,” Jones said. “
