BOONTON — Jayson Kern, a Mountain Lakes High School graduate, successfully balanced academics and athletics during high school, excelling in football and baseball. He played as a running back and outside linebacker on the varsity football team and was also an active baseball team member. Kern graduated from Mountain Lakes High School in 2020 before pursuing his passion for journalism at the University of Mississippi, known as Ole Miss.
In August 2024, Kern was among more than 900 students to earn their degrees from the University of Mississippi. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the School of Journalism and New Media. Reflecting on the accomplishments of the August 2024 graduating class, Chancellor Glenn Boyce praised the students for their “incredible achievements, character, and resilience.” The graduates were invited to attend the university’s 2024 Commencement ceremonies, which took place in May, with a morning convocation held in the Grove.
Ole Miss, a flagship institution recognized for its R1: Doctoral University status, is renowned for producing leaders in various fields, including journalism, public service, and business. The university’s main campus in Oxford is frequently lauded as one of the best college towns in the U.S., making Kern’s journey from high school athlete to college graduate a noteworthy achievement
