Campus Clubs and Resources

Clubs and Organizations

Campus Resources

Clubs and Organizations

Campus abbrev.: JK= Jackson; NAH=Nursing Allied Health; RK=Rankin; RY=Raymond; UT=Utica; VB=Vicksburg
AFRO-AMERICAN CULTURAL SOCIETY
The Afro-American Cultural Society is a service and student awareness organization. The objectives of the organization are to promote scholarship, citizenship and fellowship. These objectives will provide a positive relationship between Afro-American students of Hinds Community College and the student government as well as the administration. Membership is open to those students who have a genuine interest in the purpose for which the organization was established. (JK)
ALPHA BETA GAMMA
The primary purpose of Alpha Beta Gamma is to recognize and encourage scholarship, leadership, and service among students enrolled in Business. (RY)
ALPHA DELTA NU
The Hinds chapter of Alpha Delta Nu is a national honor society for associate degree nursing students. The objective of the honor society is to recognize the academic excellence of students in the study of associate degree nursing. (NAH)
ALPHA RHO TAU
Alpha Rho Tau is an honorary scholastic art society. Second semester freshmen and sophomores who have taken six hours of art with a B average or better and who have a C average or better in other courses are eligible for membership. (RY)
ANNUAL STAFF/YEARBOOK
The purpose of the Annual Staff is to produce a yearbook that creates viewing pleasure that recaptures all memorable, exciting, and fun experiences that occur throughout the year. This club is open to students who maintain a “C” or above average and have the ability to master English and write legibly. Membership is voluntary. (UT)
AGRICULTURE CLUB
Membership in this club is open to college students preparing for the various phases of agriculture or persons interested in agriculture. At the regular monthly meetings, members may have an opportunity to hear local and present-day leaders. (RY)

(ADAA) Student Group
The ADAA is an organization whose objectives are to share in the responsibility for quality dental health care, advance the practice of dental assisting by encouraging formal education to educationally support the dental assisting profession, and to communicate effectively with all members of health-related professions. Membership is open to any full-time student in a dental assisting program or to a graduate of a dental assisting program enrolled full-time in either a program related to dentistry or in a college degree program. (NAH)
AMERICAN INSTITUTE FOR DESIGN AND DRAFTING
American Institute for Design and Drafting is sponsored by the Computer Aided Design Department. The purpose of the club is to promote professionalism in the field. Membership is made up of Drafting and Design majors. (JK)
ART CLUB
The Art Department sponsors the Art Club. The membership is made up of art majors and other students making valuable contributions to the school and community by rendering valuable service in the field of art. The club sponsors trips to museums, participation in school programs, and many social activities. (RY)
CHEERLEADERS
Cheerleaders assist with the promotion of college spirit at football games. Tryouts are held each spring and are open to all students who are or will be attending Hinds Community College full-time during the upcoming Fall and Spring semesters at Hinds and have a minimum 2.5 GPA. (RY)
BAPTIST STUDENT UNION
BSU at Hinds Community College is a fun, caring, safe, accepting, friendly, exciting, relevant, seeking, REAL place for you. BSU is a Mississippi Baptist Ministry for college students designed to share with others what it means to follow Jesus, to encourage individual and group Bible study, and to learn about and be involved in local, state, national, and foreign mission projects opportunities. BSU seeks to provide a wholesome Christian fellowship where students can involve themselves in ministry and personal growth activities. (RY, RK, UT)
BIOLOGY CLUB (BETA BETA BETA)
Membership is open to students interested in Biological Science. The club’s purpose is to provide continuity between the study of Biological Science and its actual application, to promote fellowship between club members, and to sponsor club projects. (RY)
CHRISTIANS IN ACTION CLUB
Christians in Action is a non-denominational club that equips students to better understand religious principles. Activities include weekly Bible studies, fellowships, and campus and community-wide service projects. The club is open to all students primarily as well as persons from the surrounding community. (JK)
CULINARY ARTS CLUB
The Culinary Arts Club will explore topics such as the value of homemade meals, the different preparations and types of food found in different cultures, and the importance of proper nutrition. This club will also collaborate with the community to feed low-income families and the homeless. (UT)
DELTA EPSILON CHI COLLEGIATE (DECA)
Collegiate DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. Collegiate DECA is a student driven organization that values competence, innovation, integrity, and teamwork. We prepare students for careers by integrating skills learned in the classroom into real world experiences. Collegiate DECA programs assist in developing academically prepared,community oriented, professionally responsible, experienced leaders. Our students major in a variety of academic programs with a strong focus on business-related fields. Collegiate DECA conferences and other activities give students unique access to internships, scholarships, competition, and professional networking. (RK)
DELTA EPSILON CHI
Delta Epsilon Chi identifies the program relating to Distribution and Marketing Technology-Distributive Education Clubs of America, and is designed to develop future marketing and distribution leaders. Its purposes are to develop a respect for education in marketing and distribution which will contribute to occupational competence, and to promote understanding and appreciation for the responsibilities of citizenship in our free, competitive enterprise system. Membership in this club is limited to students enrolled in Distribution and Marketing Technology. Membership on the Jackson Campus is limited to students enrolled in Hotel Restaurant Management Technology. (JK, RY)
DIAMOND DARLINGS
Diamond Darlings is open to any young lady who is willing to promote leadership and service opportunities. Its purpose is to provide support to the Hinds CC Baseball team, assist the team during the season, promote Hinds CC Baseball, and participate in community service and leadership opportunities. (RY)
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANS
The purpose of this group is to work with local or regional groups of technicians to engage in activities that promote the advancement of the electronic/electrical technicians’ profession and to provide instruction necessary for a student to become a competent electronic/electrical technician. Membership is open to students majoring in electronics or electrical majors. (RY)
FLIGHT CLUB
The purpose of the Flight Club is to develop and advance aviation education; to promote, encourage and foster safety in aviation; to promote and foster communications and cooperation between aviation students, educators, educational institutions and the aviation industry; and to provide an arena for collegiate aviation competition. (RY)
GENDER AND SEXUALITY ALLIANCE
The Hinds Gender and Sexuality Club aims to provide a safe, welcoming space for LGBT+ students and allies. Members will discuss topics that pertain to the LGBT+ community. Members will have opportunities to visit and host events on these topics to educate themselves and the community at large. (RY)
HANDS-ON INTERPRETERS
The purpose of the Hands-On Interpreters is to provide information to the campus on the issues concerning the Deaf community and Deaf culture; to provide opportunities so that novice and advanced signers, interpreters and members of the Deaf community will be in a comfortable atmosphere to interact, learn, and practice their language skills; to sponsor Silent Suppers and other Silent Activities in order to provide a social atmosphere where the Hearing and Deaf communities can interact and learn from one another; and to provide a forum for interpreters and interpreters-in- training to interact with the Deaf community and practice their interpreting skills. (RY)
HEALTH OCCUPATIONS STUDENT ASSOCIATION (HOSA)
HOSA was organized to teach leadership skills to men and women enrolled in Allied Health and Nursing. Members of HOSA compete on District and State levels in skills related to the health field. HOSA students through club work develop civic consciousness, pride in a job well done and parliamentary procedure skills in addition to social awareness. (VB)
HINDS CC DEAF CLUB
The Hinds Community College Deaf Club is a student interest group that provides organized social activities and leadership training and development for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and hearing students. (RY)

HI-STEPPERS
A precision dance team, the Hi-Steppers are known throughout the South for their half-time performances at College football games. A companion group to the Hinds Band, the Hi- Steppers have won acclaim at such events as New Orleans Mardi Gras parades and balls; the National American Legion Convention in St. Louis; the Junior Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California; the National Junior Chamber of Commerce Convention in Colorado Springs; and numerous parades, state conventions, and civic programs. The group also has performed for Congress in Washington, D.C.Interested students should contact the Director of the Hi-Steppers. Auditions are held each spring. (RY)
HINDS ASSOCIATION OF LEGAL STUDENTS
The Hinds Association of Legal Students exists to encourage an awareness of the importance of the basic skills necessary to do work of a legal nature and to promote a better understanding of the responsibilities involved; to acquaint students with the function of the judiciary and other departments of the court and to sponsor workshops and seminars in the legal field. (JK, RY)
HINDS CONNECTION
The Hinds Connection, founded March 1979, is a group of students selected to represent Hinds Community College before the public. Duties of this group include public relations, recruiting efforts, and serving as host/hostesses for Hinds Community College. Students are selected by application and interview in the Fall Semester. For further information contact the Office of Enrollment Services. (RY)
HINDS CRIMINAL JUSTICE CLUB
Membership in this club is open to Hinds Community College students preparing to pursue a career in Criminal Justice. Its goals are to elevate the standards of personnel in the fields of Criminal Justice. (RY)
HINDS CC ROBOTICS CLUB
The primary purpose of this organization will be to bring students together through engineering, and to assemble and program robots for competition. The goals of this organization will be to educate in the field of robotics and programming, promote friendships among students from different cultural backgrounds, and promote teamwork with the students. (RY)
HOME BUILDERS
Membership in this chapter shall be open to any student in the light construction curriculum. Students and instructors work jointly with the Jackson Home Builders Association in order to learn from practicing professionals. (RY)
HONORS INSTITUTE
The Honors Institute is proud to offer an enhanced learning opportunity in a collaborative and supportive environment. This program allows students to develop leadership skills and to serve the college and community. Visit the Honors page to learn more. (RY, RK)
I.D.E.A.L WOMAN ORGANIZATION
We are an organization dedicated to the uplifting and empowerment of minority women on campus. Affiliate of the National Association of Colored Women’s Clubs that was organized on July 21, 1896. The NACWC is the oldest African-American secular organization in existence today. IDEAL is an acronym for Intelligent Dignified Elegant Ambitious Leaders; the business-oriented campus organization, sponsored by Hinds Community College, has been helping young women achieve personal and professional growth since 2009. (RY)
INTEGRATED ARTS SOCIETY
The Integrated Arts Society is a vital campus enrichment activity meant to inspire cultural enrichment, community participation in the arts, and respect for diversity and increased awareness for and through the arts. (RY)

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLUB AND FRIENDS
The International Student Club and Friends is designed to promote a deeper understanding of the culture of others as well as an increase in activity opportunities and service for International Students at Hinds. (RY)
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
Competitive team and individual contests are conducted in flag football, punt pass and kick, indoor volleyball, 3 point shootouts, 3-on-3 basketball, Maroon vs Eagle All-Star game, 5-on-5 basketball, beach volleyball, fall dodge ball, kickball, softball, golf scramble, swimming, Maroon vs Eagle Pro-bowl, spring dodge ball, tennis singles, tennis doubles, disc golf individual, disc golf scramble, triathlon, and the Eagle Warrior Challenge. Teams (units of competition) are composed of students from residence halls, commuters, faculty/staff and student organizations. Categories of competition include co-ed, men, and women. Entry forms and schedules are available from the Student Recreation Office, Bee Hall 101 or from Facebook page, Hinds Community College Student Recreation. Regularly enrolled students taking at least 6 hours are eligible to participate in intramural sports except those students who are members of related varsity teams. See Recreation Calendar, Residence Life Campus Channel and Student Recreation social media pages (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and Snapchat) for dates. (JK, NAH, RK, RY, UT, VB)
LAMBDA BETA
Lambda Beta is a national honorary society for respiratory care students and is academically limited to the upper 25% of the respiratory therapy students. (NAHC)
LENDON PLAYERS
The Lendon Players is an organization created for students who are interested in dramatics and the theatre arts. It produces one full-length, mainstage play production every fall & spring semester. Participation in these productions is drawn from the Stagecraft class (which is offered every semester). Student MUST be enrolled in Stagecraft to be eligible to audition for and/or work backstage on a semester’s show. Most interested students take Stagecraft multiple times during their time at Hinds. (RY)
MEN OF EXCELLENCE
The primary purpose of this organization shall be to provide outstanding educational and community services to the young male community in order to promote personal growth. Growth in self-respect and self-esteem is encouraged by providing positive role models from and networking with professionals within the educational, industrial and recreational communities. (RY)
MONTAGE THEATRE OF DANCE
The Montage Theatre of Dance provides opportunities for Hinds Community College students to participate, observe and promote awareness and community building though the art of dance. Montage performs concerts on and off campus and regularly participates in community service through dance. Interested students should contact 601-857-3460 for audition and membership information. (RY)
MU ALPHA THETA
This club is designed for mathematics students who possess interest in further developing mathematical principles and techniques. This club is open to students who are mathematics majors and students who have an interest in the related fields of mathematics. (RY)
MUSICAL ORGANIZATIONS
Band And Instrumental Ensembles
Hinds Community College has many instrumental ensembles in which students can participate: The Eagle Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Steel Band, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Quintet, and Woodwind Ensemble. These groups perform for college and civic events throughout the year. Generous scholarships are available and all are welcome to audition. Students interested in participating in these organizations should contact the band director or apply online. (RY)
Choir
The Collegiate Choir regularly participates in campus and community activities as well as performing at the Mississippi Community College Choral Festival. The ensemble performs a variety of repertoire, and scholarships are available to participating students. Membership is open to the entire student body. All interested students should contact the choir director. (RY)
Hinds Harmony
Hinds Harmony, the elite vocal ensemble on campus, is chosen by audition from the Collegiate Choir. Harmony performs diverse repertoire with an emphasis on vocal jazz and pop selections. Scholarships are available for participating students. (RY)
Rock Band And Jazz Combo (Music Industry Ensembles)
Participation in a Hinds Rock Band or Jazz combo is open to the entire student body by audition. It is comprised of guitar, bass, drums, keyboards, brass, and vocalists. The group performs at school sponsored activities on and off campus during each semester. These ensembles perform at various events over the semester. (RY)
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK JOURNALISTS
Working on the school television & radio station offers students an opportunity to acquire and develop skills in Broadcast journalism. The production staff of the studios is made up of students selected by other television and radio staff members. The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of Black journalists worldwide. (UT)
NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONORS SOCIETY
This club is designed to honor technical majors for their outstanding accomplishments. To be eligible students must be majoring in a career technical area and have a 3 .0 grade point average. (UT)
NON-TRADITIONAL STUDENT CLUB
The primary purpose of this organization shall be to make the educational experience at Hinds Community College positive and rewarding for all students, including nontraditional students. (RY)
PHI BETA LAMBDA
Phi Beta Lambda is a national organization for students in post secondary institutions enrolled in business programs. The organization operates under the guidance of business teachers, state supervisors, school administrators, and business men and women. The activities of PBL help students prepare for business and office occupations. Members have the opportunity to compete honorably with their colleagues on the local, state, and national levels in business contests. (JK)
PHI THETA KAPPA
Phi Theta Kappa, an international honors society for the two-year college student, promotes the recognition of scholarship, leadership, and service. Each of Hinds Community College’s six locations has a Phi Theta Kappa chapter directed by an advisor. Membership is offered to students who have completed 12 hours of college-transfer course work at Hinds with a 3.5 or greater cumulative GPA
Hinds CC chapters participate in state, regional, and national activities. More information is available on the Phi Theta Kappa website - www.ptk.org (JK, NAH, RK, RY, UT, VB)
PRE-ALUMNI NATIONAL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Pre-Alumni National Alumni Association’s primary purpose of this organization will be to promote and assist with Alumni activities. The specific purposes of this organization will be to identify and prepare future Alumni leadership and work with existing alumni and strengthen the community base. (UT)
PSI BETA
Psi Beta is an organization to promote scholastic achievement for psychology students. (RY)
RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION
The Residence Hall Association is the representative organization for Residence Hall students on the Raymond Campus with the purpose of promoting a favorable environment for fellowship, service, study, relaxation and maintaining wholesome and pleasant living conditions. Membership is open to all residence hall students with the association offering many services to members. The executive board is comprised of representatives from each residence hall. For further information, contact the hall director or resident assistant. (RY, UT)
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH (STEM) CLUB
This club is designed to develop creative thinking and an appreciation for the aesthetic value of science in relation to everyday life. It also assists in developing scientifically sound minds. This club is open to all students enrolled in STEM classes. (UT)
SKILLS USA
This club is a development club to motivate and develop an enthusiasm for learning that will help trade and industrial, technical, and health education students take their place in society. The students in Skills USA are offered an opportunity to achieve a sense of accomplishment and recognition for skills and abilities through practical competitive contests on local, state, and national levels. (JK, RY, UT)
SPANISH CLUB
The Rankin Campus Spanish Club provides an opportunity for students and speakers of Spanish to converse in this language in a relaxed environment. Students can strengthen Spanish language skills, deepen awareness of Hispanic and Spanish cultures, and enjoy the cuisine of these cultures. (RK)
SOCIOLOGY CLUB
The Sociology Club provides an open forum for active participation and discussion of sociological issues by all students. Activities include summits, forums and focus sessions dealing with specific issues facing students. Students also engage in professional conferences, job opportunities, internships and mentoring relationships within the community and other organizations. This Club is open to all students. (JK)
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
The Student Council, the key organization, exists on the Campus to promote the general welfare of the school, to provide active participation for students in matters of general welfare, and to train its participants for leadership. The membership of the council is made up of representatives from each class. (JK, NAH, RK,RY,UT,VB)
STUDENT HEALTH INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION
The Student Health Information Management Association is a student organization which promotes professionalism in the medical record field through sponsoring speakers and social functions for its members. (NAH)
STUDENT NURSE ORGANIZATION (SNO)
Membership in SNO is open to all Hinds Community College Division of Associate Degree Nursing Students. The purpose of this organization is to promote scholarship, the development of professional responsibility, leadership skills, and an awareness of community, social and health care needs. Members participate in a variety of service activities. SNO membership also provides membership in the Mississippi Organization for Associate Degree Nursing Student Organization. (NAH)

STUDENT PRACTICAL NURSES ORGANIZATION (HCCSPNO)
Membership in HCCSPNO is open to all Hinds Community College Practical Nursing Students. The purpose of this organization is to promote the professional development of the practical nursing student, promote the practical nursing program and profession in the community, and provide opportunities for community based health promotion and participation to the practical nursing students. HCCSPNO is a chapter of the Mississippi Licensed Practical Nurses Association (MLPNA). (NAH)
STUDENT VETERANS’ ORGANIZATION
Student Veterans’ Organization (SVO) provides military veterans and their families with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in their pursuit of higher education and in their lives leading to graduation. (JK, NAH, RK, RY, UT, VB)
SUNSET READERS BOOK CLUB
The Sunset Readers Book Club’s primary purpose of this organization shall be to promote an interest in library services and a passion for reading. The specific purposes of this organization shall be: to introduce members to contemporary authors and continuous reading of classic works, to promote friendships among members of the book club at Hinds Community College, and to provide an open forum for the ideas and opinions through book discussions. (JK)
TEACHER & EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
This club is designed to enrich prospective teachers and early childhood education majors to become knowledgeable of best practices and pedagogy in the teaching profession. (UT)
UTICA CONNECTION
The Hinds Connection is a group of students selected to represent Hinds Community College before the public. Duties of this group include public relations, recruiting efforts, serving as host/hostesses and communicating with prospective students by telephone and by correspondence for Hinds Community College. For further information contact the Office of the Dean of Students. (UT)
VEX ROBOTIC
This a club/organization that provides and exposes students to robotic technology. Students learn how to construct blue prints, write and built programs and codes, build/design robots, and grow in leadership, collaboration and other forms of soft skills. Also, students will be able to compete in various of Vex Robotics competitions and challenges in and outside the state. The club encourages community and school involvement, team building exercise, technology exposure, certification opportunities and building of an unbelievable robot. (UT)
VICKSBURG ASSOCIATION OF EDUCATORS-STUDENT PROGRAM
This club will provide students interested in a profession in education with experiences to develop the basic qualities and aptitudes of effective teaching. Members will adapt to new ideas designed to enhance the progress of education. (VB)

Campus Resources

MATH LAB
The Math Lab is a free resource available to all Hinds Community College students. A full-time math instructor is available to help with your math questions, no appointment necessary. Computers are available to use for online homework assignments. Extra worksheets and textbooks are also available for further practice.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT CENTER
The Student Engagement Center is a one-stop center for student support services located on the Raymond Campus. We are committed to servicing students by providing academic and engaging activities that will aid in a smooth transition into Hinds Community College. The Student Engagement Center’s goal is to improve retention, graduation, financial literacy, and overall academic success of our students. Our remote assistance is also available to all students that may not be able to visit our campuses. You can chat with an adviser who can answer your questions about FAFSA, financial aid, payment plans, student planning, and more.
STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

The Student Success Center is designed to support the overall mission of Hinds Community College by providing services that will enrich the educational experience of all students. The center is a hub of programs and services aimed at helping students find ways to be successful with space to study, collaborate, and learn. The Student Success Center offers tutoring in a variety of subjects, mentoring, course support, advising, and a student supply closet.
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
Student Support Services (SSS) is a Federally funded program that provides a series of activities designed to increase retention and graduation rates by motivating and generating the skills necessary for success while in college for scholars from disadvantage backgrounds that have academic capabilities. The supreme aim for SSS personnel is to assist participating scholars in deriving maximum benefit from college experience and in developing full range of their potential. These services are available for ALL Hinds college students. The office is located on the Utica Campus in the Workforce Development Building. You may also call 601-885-7045 for additional information.
SSS Services include:

TECH NEST
The Tech Nest is an area dedicated to the students to get assistance with technology troubleshooting on devices; explore new technology; canvas support; provides space for group or individual study/collaboration area; life-changing webinars and workshops; assist staff and faculty on Canvas and other platforms that the school supplies; and an encouraging environment that provides help over the phone
WRITING CENTER
The Writing Center is a free service to all Hinds CC students providing one-on-one (face-to-face and online tutoring sessions) assistance with the writing process (research and composing papers). Operating hours for the Writing Center are Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to noon. Walk-ins are welcomed, but appointments are suggested in order to reserve your time slot. Also, students can go to libguides.hindscc.edu/writingcenter or to create an account and make appointments.