The Adult Education Department at Northeast Texas Community College is accepting new students for its Fast Track GED (General Educational Development) and Computer Literacy classes beginning July 6, 2021. Those interested in participating in either of these free educational programs should call to make an appointment for registration, which begins June 21, 2021. Fast Track GED classes will be held at the Community Resource Center (old Mt. Pleasant High School) at 105 N.

The Northeast Texas Community College Foundation recently received a $15,000 gift from Brantley and Suzanne Foster of Mount Pleasant. Additionally, NTCC received a $10,000 gift from Kappa Pi. Combined, the funds will create the Brandon Foster Memorial Endowed Scholarship at NTCC. 

McCowan (right) is pictured with Dr. Ron Clinton, NTCC President, in 2018 to commemorate his retirement.

Longtime Northeast Texas Community College professor, Dr. Winston McCowan, Sr., passed away on May 30, 2021. Dr. McCowan retired from NTCC in 2018 from his position as a Professor of Biology. Dr. McCowan had a passion for helping students and he made a great impact on so many during his 33 years of dedicated service to the college. He is missed greatly by his friends and colleagues.  

The Northeast Texas Community College Professional Driving Academy continues to grow and supply high-demand CDL drivers to the local area. Four new students recently graduated from the program.

Do you plan to attend NTCC this fall? If so, you don’t want to miss EagleGanza! 

It is an action-packed half-day event designed to help students prepare for their upcoming college experience. It is specifically targeted for incoming freshmen and those thinking about attending NTCC.

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

The Northeast Texas Community College 2021 Work4College Program officially kicked off last week as students and their families gathered for two orientation events. More than 80 students have been selected to participate in the program this summer. Around 30 of the students are returning from last summer.

The Northeast Texas Community College Foundation recently announced it received $40,000 from the Greater Texas Foundation to support the Work4College Program. Dr. Ron Clinton (right), NTCC President, and Dr. Jonathan McCullough, NTCC Executive Vice President for Advancement, are pictured receiving the gift on behalf of the college. The 2021 Work4College program will kick off June 7 with more than 80 student participating.

Representatives from the NTCC Cosmetology Program recently visited local non-profit, Rhute Haven, to provide haircuts for homeless individuals. Pictured (from left) is instructor Necah Posey and students Elizabeth Isbell, Crystal Carpenter and Alejandro “Dro” Barcenas.

Despite the fact that the event was held the day after spring commencement, the new cosmetology graduates were happy to lend their skills for a good cause. While the turnout wasn’t as high as they hoped, students were able to help one client that day.