As the College continues to preserve and advance excellence during this time of uncertainty, we pause to appreciate our faculty and staff for all the hard work being done to ensure that our Tougaloo College scholars continue to receive the academic rigor and excellent support needed for success.
We are pleased with the tremendous efforts that have been made by our scholars to transition to a more virtual environment for this semester. Our faculty have adjusted to this new way of engagement, and thanks to Professor Frederick L. Hunter, Director of QEP and Faculty Development, who is ensuring that faculty are involved in professional development that supports online teaching and learning.
Students are encouraged to work with their advisors as they continue to complete their course work online. We also ask students to take advantage of career readiness resources through our newly created Virtual Career Services module designed to assist students as well as alumni in their career preparation. Contact Dr. Melissa C. McCoy, Internship Coordinator, at 601-977-7783 for more information.
To the Class of 2020, although we cannot say with certainty when Commencement will occur, please know that Tougaloo College will hold a ceremony as soon as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) deems it safe to gather in large groups. Meanwhile, during the month of May degrees will be mailed to all seniors who complete their degree requirements. For more information on your graduation status, please call Ms. Carolyn Evans, Registrar, at 601-977-4459.
To all of our constituents, please continue to support Tougaloo College during this special time of need. In addition to all of the areas available for gifting, a special Student Emergency Fund has been established to assist students experiencing financial hardships as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), such as emergency travel, food insecurity and/or resources needed to support remote online instruction. Students needing to access these funds for emergency services should contact Dr. Christina Gladney, Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Success, at 601-977-7814.
These limited emergency funds were contributions from the Theta Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Ivy Foundation, Ocean Springs, MS; the Mu Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Vicksburg, MS; The Jackson (MS) Chapter of the Links Incorporated; and The LeFleur’s Bluff (MS) Chapter of the Links, Inc. We are seeking support from alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of the College to support this fund as well.
Moreover, we need everyone to remember to vote for Tougaloo College in the Home Depot Retool Your School contest! To vote, use the following link
https://retoolyourschool.com
by 11:59 PM EST Sunday, April 5, 2020. Please use the hashtag #Tougaloo_RYS20 on all of your Twitter and Instagram posts to ensure the Eagle Queen receives yours and other votes as well.
Finally, during this challenging time, please know that Tougaloo College is taking every step to ensure the safety of all campus community members as we continue to work in this new environment. We have a COVID-19 Response Team that is meeting as necessary via conference call to discuss the CDC’s latest COVID-19 requirements and recommendations. As we continue to remain focused, we will keep everyone abreast of all important decisions proposed by this team.
Students, please continue to check your email and the website daily for important updates.
