Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Marysol Ochoa of Vancleave is Homecoming Queen representing the Harrison County Campus.  She is majoring in Business Management and Marketing. A 2025 graduate of Vancleave High School, she is the daughter of Marysol Jurado and Efren Ochoa. Marysol is vice president of Reflections, social media specialist for her Phi Theta Kappa chapter, and treasurer on the Student Government Association.  She is also active on the Campus Activities Board. After graduating from MGCCC, Marysol plans to continue her education at The University of Southern Mississippi.

Robert Morales of Gulfport is Homecoming King representing the Harrison County Campus. He is the son of Bosco Morales and is pursuing Mechanical Engineering. Robert serves as Student Body president and as an officer in CELO. He is also a member of the National Honor Society at Gulfport High School and Mu Alpha Theta. In May 2027, Robert will graduate with his high school diploma as well as associate of arts and associate of science degrees. He also owns and operates a landscaping business. Robert plans to continue his education at Mississippi State University.

Kaylen Lundy is a freshman maid representing the Harrison County Campus. The daughter of Shana Lundy and Jimmy Kirksey, she is from Biloxi and is a 2026 graduate of Biloxi High School. Kaylen is majoring in Radiological Sciences and plans to continue her education at MGCCC with the goal of eventually establishing her own practice. She is a member of Phi Theta Kappa and is active in student leadership. She serves as freshman class president as part of the Student Government Association and as historian for Reflections.

Ricardo Dupar of Gulfport is a freshman duke representing the Harrison County Campus. A 2023 graduate of Forest High School, he is the son of Rechelle Dupar. Ricardo is majoring in Criminal Justice and is active in the Baptist Student Union. A first-generation college student, he is focused on building a strong foundation at MGCCC as he prepares for his future education and career. After graduating from MGCCC, Ricardo plans to continue his education, attend law school and pursue a career in the criminal justice field.

Adriana Islas Pineda is a sophomore maid representing the Harrison County Campus. The daughter of Blanca Pineda and Marco Islas, she is a 2025 graduate of Gulfport High School and is majoring in Construction Management. After graduating from MGCCC, Adriana plans to continue her education at The University of Southern Mississippi. She is an active student leader and serves as president of Reflections, Career Technical Education representative for her campus Phi Theta Kappa chapter, and secretary of the Student Government Association. She is also a member of the Campus Activities Board and has earned recognition on the President’s List.

Mason Pope of Pass Christian is a sophomore duke representing the Harrison County Campus. A 2025 graduate of Long Beach High School, he is the son of Jaime Pope and John Pope. Mason is majoring in Business and Marketing and is active in Reflections, Phi Theta Kappa, the Campus Activities Board and Student Government Association. He was recognized with the Reflections New Member Award for his involvement in the organization. After graduating from MGCCC, Mason plans to use his education and experience to pursue his goal of owning and operating his own business.

Aryana Barajas of Moss Point is Homecoming Queen representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2025 graduate of Moss Point High School, she is the daughter of Elizabeth Kuhn and Jose Barajas. Aryana is majoring in Mechanical Engineering and serves as Student Government Association president. She also holds leadership positions in Phi Theta Kappa, the Hispanic American Club and Reflections. A President’s List scholar, Aryana received the Award of Excellence in Chemistry and the 2025–2027 Excelerate in STEM Scholarship. She plans to transfer to Mississippi State University to earn a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.

Rafael Haziel Matias-Medina of Gautier is Homecoming King representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2025 graduate of Gautier High School, he is the son of Teresita Medina and Abigael Matias. Rafael is majoring in Psychology and serves in leadership roles with the Hispanic American Club, Reflections and Student Government Association. He is also active in Phi Theta Kappa, Campus Activities Board, OAK Club, Choir and One-A-Chord. Rafael received the Outstanding Hispanic American Club Freshman Member Award. He plans to attend The University of Southern Mississippi and ultimately earn a doctorate in School Psychology.

Mariah Broughton of Gautier is a freshman maid representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2026 graduate of Gautier High School, she is the daughter of Michelle and George Broughton. Mariah is majoring in Nursing at MGCCC, where she is beginning her college education in preparation for a career in healthcare. She has a particular interest in working with children and hopes to make pediatric nursing the focus of her future career. After graduating from MGCCC, Mariah plans to continue her education at the University of South Alabama and further pursue her interest in pediatric nursing.

Preston Dunnaway of Ocean Springs is a freshman duke representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2026 graduate of Ocean Springs High School, he is the son of Brent and Sara Dunnaway. Preston is majoring in Business Administration and is active in Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board, Phi Theta Kappa and the Reflections Team. His connection to MGCCC is especially meaningful this Homecoming, as his father, Phillip Brent Dunnaway, is the 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame honoree representing the Jackson County Campus.

Katelyn Goodson of St. Martin is a sophomore maid representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2025 graduate of St. Martin High School, she is the daughter of Michelle and Daniel Goodson. Katelyn is majoring in Radiology and serves as public relations coordinator for the Campus Activities Board. She is also active in Reflections, Student Government Association and OAK Club. A 4.0 President’s List scholar, Katelyn was named LRC Student of the Month in May 2026. After graduating from MGCCC, she plans to attend a university and earn a Bachelor of Science degree.

Eli Wilson of Ocean Springs is a sophomore duke representing the Jackson County Campus. A 2025 graduate of Ocean Springs High School, he is the son of Jessica Steffens and Martin Wilson. Eli is majoring in Electrical Engineering and serves as SGA historian/reporter and is a Phi Theta Kappa officer. He is also active in the Hispanic American Club, STEM Club, OAK Club and Honors College. Eli received PTK’s Award of Excellence and was named to the President’s List and Vice President’s List. He plans to continue his education at Mississippi State University.

Kymora Green of Brookhaven is Homecoming Queen representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2025 graduate of Petal High School, she is the daughter of Valeria Wilbert and Kelvin Green. Kymora is majoring in Forensic Chemistry at MGCCC, where she is building the academic foundation for her continued studies in the sciences. She is also a member of the Band of Gold and is active in the college’s music program. After graduating from MGCCC, Kymora plans to continue her education at Southern University in Baton Rouge, where she will pursue a bachelor’s degree.

Chance Manning of Byram is Homecoming King representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2025 graduate of Terry High School, he is the son of Tarsha and Greg Manning. Chance is pursuing a pre-dental course of study at MGCCC and is active in Student Government Association, Campus Activities Board and the residence life program as a resident assistant. He also serves as marketing and events director for the Student Government Association, providing him an opportunity to take an active leadership role on campus. After graduating from MGCCC, Chance plans to continue his studies at Mississippi State University as he prepares for his future career.

Rylee Watson of Pelahatchie is a freshman maid representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2026 graduate of Pelahatchie High School, she is the daughter of Jessica Borrouso and Mitch Watson. Rylee is majoring in Architecture and is active in the Dog Pound at MGCCC. An accomplished student-athlete, she was nominated for the Lindy Callahan Scholar-Athlete Scholarship. After graduating from MGCCC, Rylee plans to continue her studies in Architecture at Mississippi State University. Looking toward the future, she also hopes to pursue her entrepreneurial interests by opening her own bakery.

Eliezer Garcia-Costas of Pascagoula is a freshman duke representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2026 graduate of Pascagoula High School, he is the son of Eliezer Garcia-Santiago and Johanne Costas-Ramos. Eliezer is majoring in Music Education and is a member of the Band of Gold, where he serves as drum major. He is also involved in Residence Life as a resident assistant and has served on the Mayor’s Youth Council. A recipient of the John Philip Sousa Award, Eliezer plans to continue his education at a university and pursue a career as a band director.

Allananh Darby of Stringer is a sophomore maid representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2025 graduate of West Jones High School, she is the daughter of Stacy Jones and Sylvester Darby. Allananh is majoring in Radiology and plans to continue through MGCCC’s Radiologic Technology program as she prepares for a career in the healthcare field. She is active in campus life as a resident assistant and member of the choir. Allananh has also been awarded a choir scholarship and earned a resident assistant position, reflecting her involvement and commitment to the Perkinston Campus community.

Jeremiah Gaddis of Hattiesburg is a sophomore duke representing the Perkinston Campus. A 2025 graduate of West Harrison High School, he is the son of Tiffany Gaddis and Jermaine Paylor. Jeremiah is studying Welding Technology at MGCCC and has already earned three welding certificates as he prepares for his future career. He is involved in campus life through Denson Hall and the Fitness Student Center and also serves on the Denson Hall staff. After completing his studies at MGCCC, Jeremiah plans to pursue a career as a pipe welder.