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N’Kyah Kendrick of Jackson used her graduation speech to pay tribute to a former classmate who passed away from cancer. Kendrick received an Associate Degree in Nursing from Hinds Community College on May 13.

Hinds CC nursing grad pays tribute to deceased classmate in remarks

On a day of celebration for Hinds Community College nursing and allied health graduates, student commencement speaker N'Kyah Kendrick remembered a former classmate who didn't walk the stage Wednesday. Kendrick, who received an Associate Degree in Nurs...

May 13, 2026, 5:11pm EDT

Hinds Community College President Dr. Stephen Vacik, right, presents Marvin Moak, Hinds Community College Vice President of Facilities and Auxiliary Services, with Hinds’ highest honor – the 3E Award – Emphasis on Excellence and Enrichment – during Spring Employee Appreciation festivities on April 24. Moak, a Raymond resident, has worked for Hinds in various capacities since 2000.

Hinds CC Vice President Marvin Moak named 3E Award winner

Marvin Moak, Hinds Community College Vice President of Facilities and Auxiliary Services, received Hinds' highest honor - the 3E Award - Emphasis on Excellence and Enrichment - during Spring Employee Appreciation festivities on April 24. Surrounded by...

May 1, 2026, 1:40pm EDT

Hinds Community College President Emertus Dr. Vernon Clyde Muse died on April 15, 2026.

Media Advisory: Hinds CC-Raymond Campus to host Celebration of Life for Dr. Vernon Clyde Muse on Monday

A Celebration of Life for Hinds Community College President Emeritus Dr. Vernon Clyde Muse will be held Monday, April 20, 2026, on the Raymond Campus at Cain-Cochran Hall. Dr. Muse, president of the college for 38 years, passed away on April 15. Desig...

Apr 19, 2026, 12:49pm EDT

Hinds CC President Emeritus Dr. Clyde Muse dies at 96

Hinds Community College President Emeritus Dr. Clyde Muse passed away on Wednesday, April 15 at age 96. Dr. Muse retired on June 30, 2020, after having served as president since July 1, 1978. Visitation is at 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, April 20 at Cain-...

Apr 15, 2026, 6:06pm EDT

Hinds CC President Dr. Stephen Vacik speaks to the crowd attending the groundbreaking for The Commons on the Rankin Campus on March 16. Dr. Vacik called the project a monumental step for the community and the campus.

Hinds CC breaks ground on Rankin Campus residence hall

Hinds Community College broke ground Monday (March 16) on its first Rankin Campus residence hall, The Commons, with an eye on transforming the student experience as the college expands health sciences offerings to support the region's healthcare workfo...

Mar 18, 2026, 12:08pm EDT

Media Advisory: Hinds CC to break ground on Rankin Campus 'The Commons' today

Hinds Community College takes another step forward in the expansion of its Rankin Campus with the addition of The Commons, which will have a residence hall, dining facility and wellness center and allow for the potential future addition of a college vo...

Mar 16, 2026, 9:24am EDT

Hinds CC to break ground on Rankin Campus 'The Commons'

Hinds Community College takes another step forward in the expansion of the Rankin Campus with the addition of The Commons, which will have a residence hall, dining facility and wellness center and allow for the potential future addition of a college vo...

Mar 12, 2026, 9:00am EDT

Hinds Community College student Campbell McCoy of Vicksburg was named the 2026 spring SOAR Award winner during the Feb. 19, 2026, Student Awards of Distinction ceremony on the Raymond Campus. McCoy, with Hinds President Stephen Vacik, was selected for the college's top honor by the executive leadership team from six finalists.

Hinds CC spring SOAR winner named, honors students recognized

High-achieving Hinds Community College students were recently recognized at the Student Awards of Distinction ceremony. Campbell McCoy of Vicksburg was named 2026 spring SOAR Award winner during the Feb. 19 ceremony. McCoy, one of six finalists for th...

Mar 3, 2026, 1:15pm EST

Two Hinds CC students arrested on auto burglary charges, firearms discovered

Raymond Police recovered firearms and other stolen property on Friday while executing search and arrest warrants in Hinds Community College residence hall rooms. Police believe the weapons and other property were stolen during multiple auto burglaries ...

Feb 6, 2026, 10:24pm EST

Hinds CC Vicksburg Campus closed Wednesday, WIN Job Center on Vicksburg Campus to re-open Wednesday

Jan 27, 2026, 8:13pm EST

About Hinds Community College

With six campuses in central Mississippi, Hinds Community College is a comprehensive institution offering quality, affordable educational opportunities with academic programs of study leading to seamless university transfer and career and technical programs teaching job-ready skills.

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 IDEALS: Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership, Stewardship.

To learn more, visit www.hindscc.edu or call 1.800.HindsCC.