Recognizing young alumni who exemplify MC’s values
Year after year, Mississippi Christian University graduates carry forward MC’s tradition of faith, learning, and service into their professions and communities. Across a wide range of industries and callings, MC alumni build meaningful partnerships, solve problems, lead with purpose, and make a lasting difference in the lives of others.
The Mississippi Christian University’s Top 25 Choctaws on the Rise recognizes outstanding young alumni who exemplify the values and mission of MC through significant achievement in business, research, leadership, public service, ministry, and philanthropic endeavors. These honorees represent the next generation of MC leaders who are using their talents, education, and faith to make an impact wherever they are called to serve. There will be a banquet to recognize the newest members of the Top 25 Choctaw on the Rise in early Spring. Date and location are still TBD.
Nominations must be received by November 20.
Becoming a Top 25 Choctaw on the Rise Nominee
Criteria:
- MC alumni in good standing (active status in the MC Alumni Association)
- Not active? Join here
- Significant impact within industry or field
- Demonstrated civic or professional achievements
- Aspire to uphold the core values and mission of Mississippi Christian University
- 39 years of age or younger by Feb. 1, 2027
- Earned a degree from Mississippi Christian University (formerly Mississippi College)
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a lifelong relationship with the Mississippi Christian University and the MC Alumni Association.
Eligibility:
The following alumni are NOT eligible for Top 25 Choctaws:
- MC Alumni Association Board
- MC Board of Trustees
- MC Foundation Board
- Former MC Young Alumni Award recipients
- MC staff members
- MC Alumni Association Top 25 Choctaws on the Rise Steering Committee members
- Current candidates for political office
If you have any questions, please contact Mandy Martin at mmartin2@mc.edu or 601-925-3809.
Are you interested in self-nomination? Include your name as the nominator and the nominee.
Nominations must be received by November 20.
