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The 2026 Cougar Club & Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament was a huge success, with more than 30 teams supporting our Cougar Athletic Department!

A huge thank you to all our sponsors, players and supporters.💙

Your summer wardrobe is here! ☀️ Make a gift of $30 to the Columbia College Fund and receive a CC Yacht Club tank top or Captain’s hat. Make a gift of $50 to receive both items!

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After serving his country in the United States Army, Gregory Jones is embracing a new mission: earning his degree and building the next chapter of his future. 🇺🇸🎓

As we recognize Military Appreciation Month, we’re proud to highlight Greg’s story of service, resilience and determination. Read his story: connected.ccis.edu/2026/05/columbia-college-mo-gregory-jones-27-pursues-a-new-mission-after-the-military/

Gregory Jones ’27 pursues a new mission after the military - CC Connected Gregory Jones served more than two decades in the United States Army before beginning a new mission at Columbia College.

The Columbia College Partners in Education Committee selected eight high school juniors in mid-Missouri who were nominated by their teachers and staff for the Spring 2026 Cougar Heart of Gold Award!

These students demonstrate exceptional character, empathy, resilience and academic excellence. Honorees were presented with a Chromebook and a certificate.

The winners included Charles Robinson (Centralia), Jillian Stidham (Harrisburg), Emmanuel Ishara (Douglass), Ellie Boyer (Battle), Erica Crowe (Hallsville), Scarlet Strode (Hickman), Laron Mason (Rock Bridge) and Levi Vaughn (Sturgeon).

Columbia College is pleased to announce that Anita Abbott Timmons ’58 has been elevated to Chair of the Board of Trustees and Joe Nicchetta ’79 has been named Vice Chair of the Board. We look forward to their continued leadership and service to the college community.

Read more: https://connected.ccis.edu/2026/05/columbia-college-mo-board-of-trustees-announces-new-leadership-appointments/

Columbia College Board of Trustees announces new leadership appointments - CC Connected Anita Abbott Timmons ’58 (left) has been named Chair of the Columbia College Board of Trustees, and Joe Nicchetta ’79 has been elected Vice Chair.

No matter your story. No matter your timeline. Our doors are always open for you at CC. 💙

As we observe Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Thank you to all who have served and to the families who continue to carry forward that legacy of service. 🇺🇸

After putting his education on hold for decades, Stuart Thompson ’26 decided it was finally time to finish what he started. 🎓

His story is a reminder that success doesn’t follow a set timeline, and it’s never too late to pursue your goals.

Read Stuart’s story: connected.ccis.edu/2026/05/columbia-college-mo-graduate-stuart-thompson-26-proves-there-is-no-timeline-for-success/

Spring semester photo dump📸

To view the entire photo gallery from the Spring 2026 semester, visit: connected.ccis.edu/2026/05/columbia-college-missouri-spring-2026-semester-in-photos/

From setbacks to setting the standard.

Dylan Carlton’s journey is all about resilience, grit and believing in the process. Now he’s helping lead the way for Cougar baseball. ⚾️🔥

Read Dylan's story: connected.ccis.edu/2026/05/built-on-belief-dylan-carlton-sets-standard-for-columbia-college-mo-cougars-baseball/