Hinds Community CollegeStudent Guide

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Public Trade School in Raymond, MS. Operating on a semester system.

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Raymond, MS
11K+ students
@hindscc.edu
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Trade School

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Student guide · Fall 2026 1st 8-week

The semester, explained for Hinds Community College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026 1st 8-week
Campus terms
14
Local details
14

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 1st 8-week runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

50 entries
  1. Fall 2026 1st 4-weekFall 2026 1st 4-Week (On-Campus)
  2. Fall 2026 1st 8-weekFall 2026 1st 8-Week (On-Campus)Relevant now
  3. Fall 2026 Full-Term
  4. Fall 2026 1st 4-Week (Online)
  5. Fall 2026 1st 8-Week (Online)
  6. Fall 2026 Full-Term (Online)
  7. Fall 2026 2nd 4-weekFall 2026 2nd 4-Week (On-Campus)
  8. Fall 2026 2nd 4-Week (Online)
  9. Fall 2026 3rd 4-weekFall 2026 3rd 4-Week (On-Campus)
  10. Fall 2026 2nd 8-weekFall 2026 2nd 8-Week (On-Campus)
  11. Fall 2026 3rd 4-Week (Online)
  12. Fall 2026 2nd 8-Week (Online)
  13. Fall 2026 4th 4-weekFall 2026 4th 4-Week (On-Campus)
  14. Fall 2026 4th 4-Week (Online)
  15. Spring 2027 1st 4-weekSpring 2027 1st 4-Week (On-Campus)
  16. Spring 2027 1st 8-weekSpring 2027 1st 8-Week (On-Campus)
  17. Spring 2027 Full-Term
  18. Spring 2027 1st 4-Week (Online)
  19. Spring 2027 1st 8-Week (Online)
  20. Spring 2027 Full-Term (Online)
  21. Spring 2027 2nd 4-weekSpring 2027 2nd 4-Week (On-Campus)
  22. Spring 2027 2nd 4-Week (Online)
  23. Spring 2027 3rd 4-weekSpring 2027 3rd 4-Week (On-Campus)Spring 2027 3rd 4-Week (Online)
  24. Spring 2027 2nd 8-weekSpring 2027 2nd 8-Week (On-Campus)Spring 2027 2nd 8-Week (Online)
  25. Spring 2027 4th 4-weekSpring 2027 4th 4-Week (On-Campus)Spring 2027 4th 4-Week (Online)
  26. Summer 2027 Mini-Term
  27. Summer 2027 1st 4-weekSummer 2027 1st 4-Week (On-Campus)
  28. Summer 2027 8-weekSummer 2027 8-Week (On-Campus)
  29. Summer 2027 1st 4-Week (Online)
  30. Summer 2027 8-Week (Online)
  31. Summer 2027 2nd 4-weekSummer 2027 2nd 4-Week (On-Campus)
  32. Summer 2027 2nd 4-Week (Online)

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Campus language

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14 terms

B

BSU
Baptist Student Union, a prominent campus ministry and social hub.

E

Eagle Nation
The collective term for the Hinds Community College student body, faculty, and alumni.

M

M2M
Minority Male Leadership Initiative, a program focused on academic and professional success for minority students.
Marshall
Marshall Hall, a residence hall located on the Raymond Campus.

P

Pickett
Pickett Hall, a traditional-style men's residence hall.
PTK
Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community colleges (Hinds is the home of the mother chapter, Alpha Iota).

S

SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student representative body.

T

The Bistro
The 103 Bistro, a student-run dining facility associated with the Culinary Arts program.
The Caf
The main cafeteria located in the Brooks-Noble Student Union.
The Grill
The Eagle Ridge Grill or the snack bar area within the Student Union for quick meals.
The Hill
The Raymond Campus, specifically referring to the central, elevated part of the campus.
The Muse
Vashti Muse Hall, the largest and most modern residence hall on the Raymond Campus.

U

Utica
Refers to the Utica Campus, noted for its historical identity as a Historically Black College (HBCU) before merging with Hinds.

W

Williams
Williams Hall, a traditional-style women's residence hall.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

14 details
Bee Hall
The administrative building housing Admissions, Financial Aid, and the Business Office.
Brooks-Noble
The Brooks-Noble Student Union, the central hub for student life and dining.
Cain-Cochran
Cain-Cochran Hall, the main auditorium and performance venue on the Raymond Campus.
Canvas
The Learning Management System (LMS) where students access course materials and submit assignments.
chick_fil_a
Chick-fil-A
cones_n_cups
Cones-N-Cups
Denton
Denton Hall, which primarily houses Nursing and Allied Health programs.
EagleOne
The official student ID card, used for building access, meal plans, and as a debit card for campus refunds.
faculty_staff_dining_room
Faculty & Staff Dining Room
Herrin-Stewart
The main building for Science and Mathematics classes.
Late Start
Short-term classes that begin mid-semester, typically lasting 8 weeks instead of 16.
My.Hinds
The online student portal used for registration, checking grades, and accessing financial records.
raymond_student_dining_hall
Raymond Student Dining Hall
The Hub
The Student Success Center providing tutoring, advising, and computer lab access.

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 1st 8-week runs Aug 10, 2026 – Oct 2, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
14 approved campus terms and 14 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Hinds Hi-Steppers

One of the oldest precision dance lines in the nation, known as Mississippi's Goodwill Ambassadors.

Tryout required

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Honors Institute

Provides an academically challenging environment for gifted students, including special seminars, research opportunities, and cultural enrichment.

Regular commitment

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Montage Theatre of Dance

A multi-disciplinary dance company that is open to all students interested in dance performance.

Open to all

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

The international honor society for two-year colleges, recognizing academic achievement and providing opportunities for leadership and service. Chapters exist on all Hinds campuses.

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Collegiate Choir

A non-auditioned choir that is open to any student who enjoys singing.

Drop in any time

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Campus rituals

Bulldog Fest

An annual festival held in the spring on the Utica campus with activities and entertainment for students.

Drop in any time

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Resources & spaces

Career Services

Assists students with career exploration, job searching, resume building, and interview preparation.

Open to all

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Fab Lab

A fabrication laboratory where students can conceptualize, design, develop, and create projects using advanced tools and technology.

Drop in any time

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Math Lab

Offers free tutoring services, both in-person and virtually, for students registered in any math course.

Open to all

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Mental Health Services

Provides free and confidential counseling and support services to help students manage personal challenges and improve their well-being.

Open to all

Source: hindscc.edu · Verified 1 month ago

Single Stop

Connects students with a wide range of internal and external resources, including legal aid, food pantry, transportation, and help applying for government benefits.

Open to all

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Life in Raymond for Hinds Community College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Raymond.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$900

Cost of Living Index

85

Student Population

4,500

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

35

Public Transit

Regional bus connections toward Jackson

Nearest Airports

Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

66°F

Avg Snowfall

1 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Enrollment Center (Jenkins Hall) Visitor Parking

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Designated for visitors to the Enrollment Center.

Cain-Cochran Hall Visitor Parking

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Designated for visitors.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Hinds Community College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

15 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Allen-Dukes-Whitaker Hall

Capacity: 156

Room types: double

B.E. Lewis Hall

Room types: single, double

Davis Hall

Greaves Hall

Capacity: 180

Room types: double

Hardy-Puryear Hall

Heritage Hall

Room types: double

Maggie-Dunson Hall

Capacity: 138

Room types: double

Marshall Hall

Room types: double

New Residence Hall (Coming Soon)

Newton-Walker Hall

Room types: double

Pickett Hall

Capacity: 91

Room types: double, two-person flats with private bathrooms, three and four rooms per suite

Rankin Campus Residence Hall

Capacity: 175

Riggs-Virden Hall

Room types: double

Sheffield-Woolley Hall

Capacity: 200

Room types: double

Spruce Hall

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Public

Email Domain

@hindscc.edu

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