PTK chapters at Hinds CC continued growth in 2020
All six chapters of Phi Theta Kappa honor society at Hinds Community College exceeded the international organization’s benchmark acceptance rate for 2020, with the Rankin chapter placing in the top 15 nationally.
Donations assist Hinds students affected by winter storm
JACKSON – Hinds Community College students like Nyecka Edwards were without electricity, safe drinking water and access to groceries after last week’s winter storm in Mississippi and the Southeast. “I have my mother and mother-in-law living with me right now because...
Hinds CC rated among best in nation for military, veteran students
Hinds Community College has been designated a Military Friendly School for 2021-2022 for its programs and services available to active-duty and veteran students. Hinds earned the designation for the third year in a row based on an array of factors considered by the...
Five students sign on as apprentices with Continental Tires
Mark Gomez had worked a few years as a delivery truck driver after his first associate degree from Hinds Community College but wanted more from his work life.
Hinds CC partner in grant to teach humanities in prison system
RAYMOND – Hinds Community College is among three Mississippi two-year colleges that are part of a $375,000 grant supporting humanities courses being taught in prisons for the next two years. Hinds, Northeast Mississippi Community College and Mississippi Delta...
Hinds, ERDC expand partnership for training in Unmanned Aircraft Systems technology
Hinds Community College’s partnership with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center has grown with the addition of a third UAS training class offered through the college. Four employees with ERDC in Vicksburg participated in an Advanced Data Collection...
AD Murphy announces retirement
Hinds Community College Athletic Director Gene Murphy has announced his retirement, effective Feb. 28, 2021. “Coach Murphy has been an integral part of the Hinds Community College family and had a far-reaching influence on athletes that is immeasurable,”...
Activities at Hinds spur student to pursue goals
Faith Dillon first became interested in a career in teaching while volunteering at the Mississippi Children’s Museum in Jackson and at her church while in high school.
