“I was looking to change some lives for the better,” Baird said. “I couldn’t have been more delighted.”
Foundation News
Diesel Technology Academy student finds early success
“I got my foot in the door here, and the growth I’ve had has really helped me go a long way,”
First Pitch dinner honors baseball players
“You want to go someplace you’re going to play. We want guys who are hungry to play. Junior college players are so crucial because they are immediately experienced”
34th Annual Golf Fun Fest
“Thanks to all of our 2021 Players, Sponsors and Contributors!”
Infrastructure needs dominate meetings with legislators
“In meetings with legislators in October and November, Hinds President Dr. Stephen Vacik highlighted ongoing facility upgrades and renovations.”
The Robert B. Langston Family Scholarship
“Robert B. and Annie Jane Biggs Langston were lifelong residents of Raymond who together built a legacy of diligent work and support for education.”
Upgrades to Eagle Ridge, Muse Center to highlight community involvement
“Both facilities, which offer different amenities, are important to the vitality of the college and the communities served.”
College, workforce communities mourn Chad Stocks
“Our job is to put people to work – bottom line. Our job is to grow the talent pipeline and connect people with jobs and put them to work. Everything is workforce. To me it just becomes second nature.”
Former Players Honor Retired Coach Murphy
“It’s been a great ride.”
As Mississippi economy reopens for business, Hinds is ready to help
“From an elaborate expansion of its airport terminal and adding an outlet for job hunters to intriguing enhancements for academic and career-tech programs, Hinds Community College has been a leader in getting Mississippi back open for business as the state emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Maritime Academy positioned for growth
“The U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) named Hinds among 27 academic institutions as its first-ever Centers of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE), to prepare students for careers in the nation’s maritime industry.”