Rust College to host President’s Scholarship Gala at 159th Founders’ Week
HOLLY SPRINGS, MS – Tickets are on sale now for the President’s Scholarship Gala: Lighting the Way at Rust College.
A signature event of the College’s 159th Founders’ Week celebration Nov. 2-9, the President’s Scholarship Gala will feature a live performance from Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Howard Hewett, known as the lead vocalist of R&B group Shalamar.
Individual tickets are $175, and tables are $1,200 with proceeds going to fund scholarships for the next generation of Rust Bearcats.
“During Founders’ Week, we gather together to celebrate our rich history and welcome back alumni of all ages,” said said Dr. Johnny M. Moore, President of Rust College. “The gala is a prime opportunity for alumni and community supporters to support Rust’s continued success. Proceeds from ticket sales will enable young men and women to experience what makes Rust so special and leave their mark on our storied institution.”
- WHAT: Founders’ Week President’s Scholarship Gala
- WHEN: 7:30pm, Nov. 7, 2025
- WHERE: Rust College, Eddie L. Smith Multi-Purpose Center, 235 N. Memphis St., Holly Springs, MS 38635
- WHO: Dr. Johnny M. Moore, the 13th President of Rust College; alumni donors; inductees to the Rust College Athletic Hall of Fame; DJ Blueboi; and vocalist Howard Hewett
- WHY: To raise funds for student scholarships to Rust College and celebrate the College’s past, present and future accomplishments
For additional information on the President’s Scholarship Gala and other upcoming Founders’ Week events, please contact Executive Director of Public Relations and Marketing Mary LeSueur at mlesueur@rustcollege.edu or 662-252-8000, ext. 4915.
