Rust College, founded in 1866 recently celebrated her 150th Founders Convocation. Alumni, faculty, family and friends from around the globe returned to the historic campus nestled in the heart of Holly Springs, Mississippi.
Rust College, “The A Building” Administration Building. Office of the President, Vice President, several Deans and Administrators. Photo/Reel Urban Images
In a communication acknowledging the contribution of Rust College, President Barack Obama wrote, “America’s schools serves as gateways to opportunity and engines for Nation’s progress. Inspiring students to be the best version of themselves and equipping them with the tools to thrive, our halls of learning can instill in our nest generation the fundamental belief that with hard work nothing is beyond reach.”
Rust College Marching Band, Founders’ Day Parade, Holly Springs, MS. Photo/Reel Urban Images
“Since your school’s founding faculty and staff have prepared students to meet the challenges of their time. and by cultivating passion for learning, school like yours help ensure the doors of opportunity continue to open wide for all who are willing to dream big.”
Rust College continues to provide her students with a diverse and inclusive faculty. Photo/Reel Urban Images
“I hope your community takes pride in the ways your school had touched lives. As you celebrate this special milestone, I wish you all the best for the years ahead.”
Rust College Retired Administrators, Dr. Paul and Mrs. Fanny Lampley in attendance of the 150th Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban Images
The beauty of returning to Rust College, Holly Springs is the opportunity to share with those responsible for crafting you into the person you are today. The life long friendships rekindle in a twinkling of an eye. Our memories rest on those people and times that brought us so much joy.
Rust College Distinguished Alumni return to campus, 150th Founders Day Celebration. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College continues to provide her students with a diverse and inclusive faculty. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesMs. Jo Ann Scott, Director of Development & Alumni Development, Rust College welcome guests attending the Alumni & Friends Awards Banquet, 150th Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban Images
For several decades Mr. Holloway as welcomed students and alumni to the Rust College campus. 150th Founders Celebration. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesIn addition to a world class faculty and administration, Rust College support staff and personnel are second to none. In an exclusive setting like Rust, student engage with support staff on a daily bases. The understanding and wisdom shared by Rust College personnel and staff compliments the meaningful and memorable lessons garnered in the academic environment.Rust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College world class faculty, support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban ImagesRust College support staff and personnel are second to none. 150th Founders’ Convocation. Photo/Reel Urban Images
