RAYMOND – Hinds Community College President Emeritus Dr. Clyde Muse’s 95th birthday on Christmas Day will be celebrated with a special event on Dec. 13 at Eagle Ridge Conference Center.

The receiving line will begin in the Eagle Ridge Conference Center lobby at 9 a.m., which will be decorated for Christmas. Guests can enjoy light refreshments as they are visiting with Dr. Muse. At 10 a.m. a ticketed brunch on the first floor will include a buffet meal plus a short program honoring Dr. Muse.

Tickets for the brunch will be $95 with the proceeds going to the Muse Legacy Fund through the Hinds Community College Foundation and will support students and employees as well as a number of community projects dear to Dr. Muse’s heart. Ticket sales are limited to 140.

To purchase a ticket, see the Foundation web page at https://foundation.hindscc.edu/muse95

The Muse Legacy Fund was established by friends and colleagues of Dr. Muse as he approached his retirement in June 2020. He had been president of Hinds Community College for 42 years at the time of his retirement. Current President Dr. Stephen Vacik replaced him on July 1, 2020.

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.