FAIRFIELD, Ala. – President, Dr. George T. French Jr., proudly announces the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand-opening of the New Welcome and Admissions Center, Student Dining Center, and the 204-Bed Residence Hall, Thursday, October 17, at 11:30 a.m. on the campus of Miles College, 5500 Myron Massey Boulevard, Fairfield, Alabama.
Under the revolutionary leadership of Dr. George T. French, Jr. Miles College is strategically positioned for growth. For the first time in Miles College history, it will unveil three facilities concurrently as a result of a $20 million capital improvement project.
With the increased enrollment and the unfortunate task of having to turn students away due to the current limited space, these new buildings are a much welcomed addition to the Miles College Campus. Miles College had a record enrollment Fall 2012, and anticipates similar results this school year. As a result of increased enrollment, Miles College is experiencing full dormitories and once again had to arrange a contract with a local hotel for student residential placement assistance. The new facilities will help in accommodating the growth of the college.
Miles College administrators expect at least 5,000 attendees, for the ceremony. Guests will include hundreds of high school students, alums, board of trustee members, community leaders, political officials, students, faculty and staff all gathered to celebrate and to hear speakers such as Governor Robert Bentley who is among the impressive list slated for the dais. There will be two live radio broadcasts on campus and beverages sponsored by Coca-Cola for everyone. In addition, the Miles College Band and Choir will perform as a part of this historical program. This event is free and open to the public.
The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Grand-opening Celebration is a part of the Miles College Homecoming Festivities. This year’s theme is “Let the Good Times Roll.”
Miles College Homecoming Schedule
(Tentative)
Oct. 13-19
Sunday
11 a.m. Service at Miles Chapel (pass out Mardi Gras Beads and Mask) (Ecc.3:1)
3 p.m. Mask Decoration
6 p.m. Coronation
9 p.m. Masquerade Ball
Monday
11 a.m. Pep rally/Parade
5 p.m. Bourbon Street/Block Party
Tuesday
11 a.m. High School Visitation Day/ fun fest
7 p.m. STS Bus Skating 8-12
Wednesday
11 a.m. Miles College Trivia
7 p.m. Bonfire/Crawfish Boil
11 p.m. Midnight Bowl
Thursday
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Dedication
5 p.m. Community Service
7 p.m. Fashion/ Talent Show
Friday
11 a.m. Stroll Off
4 p.m. Burial of the Thorobred
7 p.m. Mardi Gras Step Show
Greek (divine nine)
Saturday
9 a.m. Miles College Homecoming Parade
4 p.m. Miles College Homecoming Game
9 p.m. Concert
