“Hinds is a good partner and has been with us since day one. Our first maintenance techs came from Hinds through the industrial maintenance program,” said Continental Talent Acquisition Manager Darryl Jenkins, a Hinds alumnus and former employee. “They were the very first persons hired on for production.”
“We would never be able to do a program of this magnitude without that industry leadership”
The college’s partnerships with these industry leaders grew out of a need the companies had for trained employees. Hinds worked with them to craft training structures and time schedules that fit their needs, not traditional academic schedules.
“We are the front door to greater educational opportunities in someone’s life.”
“I believe in putting students first and am privileged to be able to engage in work that directly impacts students.”
“We have spent many hours together working hard and playing hard. I am proud to call you all my family and friends.”
“It was those experiences that taught me, and the people I met here. All of that is the history of this campus. We need to make sure we retain that history. This museum is long overdue.”
“Both Dr. Barnes and Hartfield received the Hinds Community College 3E (Emphasis on Excellence and Enrichment) Award – the highest award given by the college.”
“The championships are awesome but it’s the people who are the legacy.”
“It’s not good enough to just say it aloud or put it on paper. We must actively integrate and demonstrate DEI into every aspect of our college.”
“In my new role, I will build relationships with our local, state and national leaders, and tell the story of how Hinds is creating a compelling culture in Mississippi.”