Big Sandy Community and Technical College had their annual welcome back meeting on Tuesday, August 1 at the Mountain Arts Center to kick off the new year. During the meeting, faculty and staff outlined activities and upcoming projects for the new school year, and also honored several for their years of service to the college. Among those recognized were Bobby McCool for 30 years of service, Myra Elliot for 25 years, Billie Jean Cole for 20 years, Agus Sofyan for 10 years, and Gina Rosita for 5 years.