MDCC President Dr. Steven Jones Appointed to Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council

MOORHEAD, Miss. (August 3, 2026) – Mississippi Delta Community College President Dr. Steven Jones has been appointed to the newly established Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council, or M-PAC.

Jones was selected by Mississippi Community College Board Executive Director Kell Smith to serve as one of three community college presidents on the council. The other community college presidents appointed were Dr. Stephen Vacik of Hinds Community College and Dr. Jay Allen of Itawamba Community College.

Established through Senate Bill 2524 and effective July 1, M-PAC brings together leaders from education, workforce and economic development, government and industry. The council is charged with establishing statewide postsecondary attainment goals and developing action-oriented strategies to increase the number of Mississippians earning workforce certifications, industry credentials and academic degrees that lead to employment.

“I am honored to serve on the Mississippi Postsecondary Attainment Council and appreciate the confidence placed in me by Executive Director Kell Smith and my colleagues in the Mississippi Association of Community Colleges,” Jones said. “Mississippi Delta Community College has long been committed to preparing students with the education, workforce training and credentials they need to succeed. I look forward to working alongside leaders from across the state to strengthen partnerships, expand opportunities and help more Mississippians earn credentials and degrees that lead to meaningful careers while supporting our state’s workforce and economic growth.”

M-PAC held its inaugural meeting July 14 at the Mississippi State Capitol.