By MDA Staff Writer | October 12, 2026
GREENVILLE, Miss. — Students considering their next steps after high school had an opportunity to explore education and employment pathways in Greenville last week during Congressman Bennie G. Thompson’s annual College and Career Fair.
The event was held Thursday, October 8, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Washington County Convention Center on South Raceway Road, according to the congressman’s official event calendar.
Now in its 17th year, the gathering brought students from across Mississippi’s Second Congressional District together to learn about colleges, careers and potential scholarship opportunities, according to local reporting citing a City of Greenville announcement.
Exploring what comes next
For high school students in the Mississippi Delta, choosing a college, training program or career direction can involve navigating admissions requirements, financial aid and the range of available jobs. A college and career fair offers a chance to consider those options in one setting and ask questions about life after graduation.
The Greenville event reflects a sustained effort to make those conversations accessible to young people across the congressional district. Its emphasis extends beyond a single educational pathway, encouraging students to consider both further study and employment opportunities.
Local leaders emphasize opportunity
Greenville Mayor Errick D. Simmons welcomed the event and recognized the participation of the Greenville Mayor’s Youth Council, whose members helped host and greet students, according to the city’s account as reported by Mississippi Delta Report.
The mayor’s comments emphasized the importance of ensuring that a student’s hometown or ZIP code does not limit their ambitions. The youth council’s involvement also gave local students a role in supporting an event designed for their peers.
While final attendance figures and a complete list of participating institutions were not independently verified, the fair’s continued presence in Greenville underscores the city’s role as a gathering point for educational and career resources serving the Delta.
Sources: Office of Congressman Bennie G. Thompson — official event calendar; Mississippi Delta Report — October 9 report citing City of Greenville announcement.
Featured cover image is an AI-generated editorial illustration, not a photograph of the event.