Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Institutional Relations team received four prestigious awards at the Public Relations Association of Mississippi (PRAM) Conference, held April 12–14 in Starkville.

PRAM is a statewide organization comprised of Mississippi’s top public relations professionals, representing large corporations, major advertising agencies, government entities, and universities. With highly competitive entries from across the state, MGCCC stood out as the only community college to receive awards this year.

MGCCC’s award-winning projects highlight the creativity, strategy, and impact of the college’s Institutional Relations team:

• Award of Excellence: Tier 1 – Long Term Programs and Campaigns – Internal Communications – Employee Birthday Card Email – Jennifer Tinnin, Creative Officer
• Award of Excellence: Tier 1 – Long Term Programs and Campaigns – Marketing
  MGCCC Dance Classes – Aleá Landry, Graphic Designer
• Award of Excellence: Tier 2 – Short Term Programs and Campaigns – Special Events – Bulldog Day 2025 –Elizabeth Brown, Communications & Marketing Specialist
• PRISM Award: Tier 3 – Tactical Materials/Projects – Advertising and Publications
  MGCCC Viewbook 2025 – Ashlyn Levins, Chief Creative Officer

“These honors reflect our team’s commitment to excellence in design, storytelling, and strategic communications,” said Sherri Carr Smith, Director of Communications and Marketing. “They also highlight the passion and purpose behind our work to strengthen the college’s brand and deepen engagement across the Gulf Coast and beyond.”