May 23, 2024

Hinds CC Rankin Campus Phi Theta Kappa Names Faculty of the Year

“She genuinely cares for her students and was able to help us without making us feel diminished. It is obvious she enjoys teaching, and I really enjoyed her classes.”
BY: Cathy Hayden

PEARL—The Alpha Omicron Omega Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Hinds Community College’s Rankin Campus named English Instructor Elizabeth Martin of Jackson as the PTK Faculty of the Year.

“Ms. Martin is an exemplary instructor whom I have enjoyed working with for many years,” said Joy Rhoads, Rankin Honors Program Director and Phi Theta Kappa Faculty Advisor.

“She is a person who truly cares about her students and their success. I was delighted when the chapter officers and members selected Betsy as our well-deserved Faculty of the Year,” said Rhoads, who also teaches Geography and History.

One of the students who nominated Ms. Martin said of her, “She genuinely cares for her students and was able to help us without making us feel diminished. It is obvious she enjoys teaching, and I really enjoyed her classes.”

About Hinds Community College

Hinds offers affordable, comprehensive educational opportunities across six campus locations and has nearly 500 academic classes guaranteed to transfer to a university, over 65 career and technical program options and an extensive array of online courses. Applications for general admissions are currently being accepted. Prospective students are encouraged to apply and explore enrollment steps at hindscc.edu/enroll.

Our Mission: Hinds Community College is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession. 

Our Vision: Hinds Community College will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi. 

Our Values: Hinds Community College aspires to the following IDEALSIntegrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership, Stewardship.

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