D. G. "Sonny" Fountain Hall

In 2008, the college will break ground on a new $6.8 million Institutional Advancement/District Administration Building/Welcome Center on the Raymond Campus. The design of the building will match the stately look of Cain-Cochran Hall and will be built at the intersection of Hinds Boulevard and Main Street, on the site that once held the old cold storage plant.

The building will be named for D. G. "Sonny" Fountain, 30-year member of the Hinds Board of Trustees and president of the board since July 2000. Mr. Fountain's leadership and influence are evidenced in so many areas of the college as well as in the community. He is a servant leader - humble and unselfish - with a heart for this institution and its students.

The district Recruiting Office will be located on the first floor of the facility, along with the Alumni and Foundation offices. The second floor will contain the President's office, the board room and offices for Community Relations and Business Services.

The primary purpose of the building is to serve visitors to campus. A receptionist and information desk will be available to assist visitors and prospective students when they arrive on campus. Hinds Connection will conduct tours from the facility, which will also house a large meeting space for college functions.