Lowndes Young Leaders

05/08/2024

Congratulations to the graduates of the 2024 Lowndes Young Leader program! 🎓 Last night, on the MUW campus, students were celebrated for their successful completion. A special shoutout to Christopher Young, selected as this year’s Lowndes Young Leader of the Year by his peers, and Lathan Dunbar-Keys from the LYL class of 2022, recipient of the Bill Walker Scholarship. We extend our gratitude to our sponsors, Chick-fil-a, BankFirst, International Paper, and The W, whose generous support made this program possible. ⭐️✨

04/18/2024

The Lowndes Young Leaders have just wrapped up their impact project, the final step before completing the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy! 🌟👏 This incredible group chose to spread kindness by creating care packages for the amazing staff and patients at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle. 🏥💙 Join us in celebrating their dedication to serving their community and making a difference!

03/07/2024

Lowndes Young Leaders journeyed to Memphis, TN, visiting the International Paper global headquarters to learn about their leadership model and gain insights into the inner workings of a global industry. Grateful to IP for an enlightening day!

02/14/2024

🎓 What an exciting day it was! Lowndes Young Leaders embarked on a journey to explore higher education options right in our backyard! From The W to EMCC Communiversity and Mississippi State University, we dove into all the possibilities.

01/25/2024

On January 9th, LYL students toured the Mississippi Capitol building, which coincided with Governor Tate Reeves’ inauguration—an opportunity unique to this class. The day continued with an afternoon visit to the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum.

01/12/2024

Way back in November, our LYL students visited the Columbus Air Force Base. We delved into the world of the Air Force, exploring how this vital base plays a crucial role in supporting our local economy. Grateful for the inspiring day of learning and growth!

12/16/2023

Thank you United Way of Lowndes & Noxubee for allowing us to be a part of the adopt-a-family program this year!

11/27/2023

Congratulations to former LYL student, Gaby! We are so proud of you!

Sixteen young leaders from the 4-County service area, selected as winners to represent their schools, competed in the Youth Leadership Program on Nov. 8th at the 4-County Corporate Center.
Four high school juniors were selected to represent the cooperative at the 2024 Cooperative Leaders Workshop, sponsored by the Electric Cooperatives of Mississippi, in Jackson Feb. 21-23.
Congratulations to Gaby Baumbach, Heritage Academy Junior, on this prestigious recognition as 2nd place winner. 4-County Electric Power Association has selected an outstanding young lady in this youth leadership program. Your HA Family is proud of you!

11/01/2023

Shout out to our LYL alum, Carrington Davis!

10/19/2023

“The way to change the world is through individual responsibility and taking local action in your own community.” – Jeff Bridges

Thank you to our role models who are taking action each day!

09/22/2023

LYL had a blast during Industry Day...amazing to see how the men and women of these industries make an impact all over the world!