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List of Spring 2023 graduates released
Over four ceremonies on May 10, 11 and 13, Hinds Community College awarded 1,526 degrees and certificates to 1,107 graduates. A number of graduates received more than one credential.
Student graduation speaker: ‘Use your failures’
It’s the failures that shaped Olivia Williams’ experience in Hinds Community College’s Associate Degree Nursing program.
Hinds CC releases list of Fall 2022 graduates
More than 850 students graduated from Hinds Community College in one of two ceremonies Dec. 15 at the Muse Center on the Rankin Campus.
Hinds CC inspires hope in mother of three
Although Blake faced hardships throughout her life, she was still determined to create a better life for her family.
Utica Campus hosts First-Generation Celebration
“There are times when I want to give up, but I remind myself that I am here to set standards for my younger family members.”
Brelynn Beck crowned Miss Hinds CC 2023
The determination of Brelynn Beck holds true to the saying ‘second time’s the charm.’
Hinds CC honors Foundation scholarship recipients on Utica Campus
The Hinds Community College Foundation will award more than 900 scholarships during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Raymond Campus inducts new fall 2022 PTK members
The Gamma Lambda chapter of Phi Theta Kappa honor society inducted new members on Oct. 21.
Foundation scholarship recipients honored in Vicksburg
The Hinds Community College Foundation will award more than 900 scholarships during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Utica Campus hosts ‘See Ya at the U’ recruiting event
“Hinds is committed to ensuring that our students successfully pursue their endeavors and are well equipped to compete locally and globally.”
- The Arts & Humanities

Fine Arts Day offers glimpse into programs
“We are the only community college in the state that offers every discipline in fine arts curriculum”
Hinds CC names new Director of Bands
“I am thrilled to add to the legacy of the Hinds Community College Band that dates to the 1930s and ‘40s.”
Hinds CC arts programs draw renewed focus
“We are the only community college with the full fine arts experience: Art, Dance, Music, Music Industry and Theatre. My primary focus is to shine a light on the greatness that resides here while building a name for the Fine and Performing Arts Department,”
Percussion ensemble videos to be featured in Humanities honoree’s talk
He will be honored along with other recipients at the 2023 Public Humanities Awards ceremony and reception 5:30 p.m. March 24 at the Two Mississippi Museums.
Hinds CC names new Director of Bands
“I am thrilled to add to the legacy of the Hinds Community College Band that dates to the 1930s and ‘40s.”
- Economic Development & Workforce

Apprentices eager to work thanks to partnership between Hinds CC, Empire
The partnership between the Hinds Diesel Equipment Technology program and Empire Truck Sales has turned into potential high-earning careers for 11 newly-registered Diesel Mechanic Apprentices at the company’s Richland location.
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 and Continental Tire announce Production and Mechatronics Apprentice Programs
Hinds Community College and Continental Tire have signed an agreement to launch two new programs that will support the academic goals and professional development of students who are interested in manufacturing careers. The Production Apprentice and Mechatronics...
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Serving the public a way of life for Rankin Campus nursing student
Protecting and serving the public has been a way of life for Matthew McCain for 12 years as a police officer in Flowood. Those ideals won’t change much in a new career he’s starting, thanks to Hinds Community College.
Clintonian takes advantage of program, internship opportunities
The former high school football player is concentrating on his career goals, not sports, as he takes heavy course loads to finish his credential in Industrial Mechanics & Maintenance program.
Alum returns to classes to get fit for career change
Earning a living while feeding a passion on the side worked out just fine for Robert (Donnie) Cain until parts of his world began to change.
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Culinary program revives passion for cooking
Born in Lagos, Nigeria, Memeh came to the United States at age 3 along with her family. Trouble at home landed her in a group home for children for a number of years, where she earned a GED and was provided a car. She enrolled at Hinds at 18, but was too lost on too many levels to succeed.