1982-1986

Homecoming R~unions At East Central The air was crisp on the day

Tom editors, were recognized at the luncheon. All members who were present of the classes of 1936. 1946, 1956, 1966, 1976, and 1986 were also recognized. Each member of the class of 1936 was presented a Golden Anniversary diploma which was a replica of the original which they received 50 years ago. The women' s basketball team members present were presented a plague in the shape of Mississippi and an 8x10 copy of the original 1936 team photograph. Th~ 1936 team was the first women 's team from East Central Junior College to win a state championship. The winners of the golf and tennis tournaments, which were held in conjunction with the Homecoming festivities, were an– nounced. Capturing first place honors at the golf tournament was EC student Steve Nelson . East Central students Amanda Casseil of Union and Melissa Gibbs of Forest in the won first place honors women's doubles and Dr. Brad Tucker, Dean of Instruction , presented the Faculty Members of the Year. Academic faculty member of the year award went to Mrs . Ann Burkes. Vocational technical faculty member of the year was 0.L. Newell. The presentation of the Athletic Hall of Fame honoree was made by Mrs. Lynn Hayes , Vocational Consultant. Miss Lucille Wood. a former student athlete and coach , was inducted as the second member of ECJC's Athletic Hall of Fame. Harold Webb , Vice-President of the Alumni Association, presented Dr. Pam Catledge Kirk with the Alumna of the Year award. Kenneth Madison was honored as the Alumnus of the Year and was presented the award by Joe Mulholland, President of the Alumni Association . _, Kerry Kight place Winstead of Union and Wes of Philadelphia took first in the men 's singles .

East Central Junior College's Homecoming festivities got under– way. The campus was decorated with emblems representing the various clubs and organizations on campus. The signs reflected the basic attitude of the day -- one of being together again after absences ranging from one to fifty years. The reunion groups ranged from the class of 1936 to the class of 1986. The groups met at 10 a.m. to begin the serious business of reminiscence. The Alumni Luncheon at noon was the best-attended in years The main cafeteria filled up and spilled over into the Gordon Room. After the meal was completed, chairs were moved into the main dining area where music was provided by the Collegians, East Central's pop rock group. Following the entertainment, Dr. Eddie M. Smith, President of East Central Junior College, presented opening remarks and introductions. The Homecoming Court also was recognized at this time. Serving as Homecoming Queen was Gaye McDaniel of Philadelphia. Regina Amos of Union served as Maid of Honor. Sophomore maids were Tina Walker of Philadelphia, Amy Pouncy of Decatur, Janet Mowdy of Philadelphia and Freshman maids included Kathy Culwell of Louis– ville, Jennifer Russell of Newton and Susan Williamson of Philadelphia. Dwight Mulholland, Chairman of >the Nominating Committee of the Alumni Association, presented the nominees for office. These were approved by proclamation. Serving as officers for the 1987 year wiH be Harold Webb, President; Dr. ~am Kirk, Vice President; and Mrs . Lois Cooper, Secretary-Treasurer. The reunion groups, including the football teams of 1962-63, the women's basketball team of 1936, former Mr. and Miss ECJC, former WO-HE-LO editors, former Tom-

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