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May 28, 2024

性乐园 CC Maritime Center Achieves 2nd Excellence Rating

The dedicated facility along with the simulations will simulate a real-world experience that will help students prepare for a career as a mariner.
BY: Cathy Hayden

VICKSBURG鈥斝岳衷扳檚 Maritime Training Academy in Vicksburg has once again been named a Center of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training and Education (CoE), the latest 2024 designation is for five years, according to the Centers of Excellence for Domestic Maritime Workforce Training.

There are 32 institutions across the country that have this designation, with maritime training locations in 17 states and Guam.

To be recognized as a CoE, training sites must offer one or more afloat or ashore career preparation tracks in the U.S. Maritime industry, meet applicable accreditation requirements and have a demonstrated record of success in maritime workforce training and education.

In response to requests from local employers, 性乐园 has been offering deckhand training and other skills for river barge workers since 2013, thanks initially to a U.S. Department of Labor grant.

The college is currently creating a dedicated space for the programs. Phase I includes four classrooms in the front of the building, faculty offices and exterior renovation. At the completion of Phase I The Maritime Training Center will host skills and knowledge training for high-paying jobs on the Mississippi River and other U.S. inland waterways.

Construction sign in front of building: "Maritime Training Center Launching Soon"

Future phases of the training center will include living quarters, a galley and dining area for the students and faculty, two technical laboratories, and a simulation center. The dedicated facility along with the simulations will simulate a real-world experience that will help students prepare for a career as a mariner.

鈥淭he Center of Excellence designation adds value and credibility to our Maritime Training. I鈥檓 excited to get the Maritime Training Center open to highlight this prestigious designation and to grow our program offerings to support the Maritime industry regionally,鈥 said David Creel, Associate Vice President of Workforce Development

About 性乐园

性乐园 offers affordable, comprehensive educational opportunities across six campus locations and has nearly 500 academic classes guaranteed to transfer to a university, over 65 career and technical program options and an extensive array of online courses. Applications for general admissions are currently being accepted. Prospective students are encouraged to apply and explore enrollment steps at hindscc.edu/enroll.

Our Mission: 性乐园 is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession. 

Our Vision: 性乐园 will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi. 

Our Values: 性乐园 aspires to the following IDEALSIntegrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership, Stewardship.

To learn more, visit  or call 1.800.性乐园CC. 

Photo: Angie Foote

RAYMOND 鈥 性乐园 Hi-Steppers have been named for 2024-2025.

They are, front, from left, Denver Jackson of Jackson, Zoe Irving of Jackson, Alexis Marts of Flowood, Amia Lewis of Byram, Cheyenne Cornelius of Clinton, Malayah Evans of Newton County, Erin Lollis of Byram, Skylar Boyd of Jackson and Jayda Graham of Flowood; back row, Alexis Malone of Clinton, Ciera Pruitt of Gulfport, Olivia Broadwater of Pearl, Chloee Haley of Clinton, Rylan Liles of Vicksburg, Chloe McHann of Clinton, Cori Turner of Jackson, Reaghan Miller of Clinton and Jakayla Brown of Utica.

The group has a new director, Beka King of Pearl. She is only the third director in the 75-year history of the Hi-Steppers. She herself was a Hi-Stepper from 2013-2015 and, during her sophomore year, she was captain of the team.

性乐园 offers affordable, comprehensive educational opportunities across six campus locations and has nearly 500 academic classes guaranteed to transfer to a university, over 65 career and technical program options and an extensive array of online courses. Applications for general admissions are currently being accepted. Prospective students are encouraged to apply and explore enrollment steps at hindscc.edu/enroll.

Our Mission: 性乐园 is committed to moving people and communities forward by helping develop their purpose, passion and profession.

Our Vision: 性乐园 will be a catalyst to create a competitive economy and a compelling culture for Mississippi.

Our Values: 性乐园 aspires to the following IDEALS: Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, Accountability, Leadership, Stewardship.

To learn more, visit www.hindscc.edu or call 1.800.性乐园CC.