Annual McGraw-Hill Poster Contest planned for May

Skylar Fondren, shown here in 2022 was one of three students in NTCC History to win both a Britt Award for a poster presentation at the Great Plains Honors Council, and a $400 Award for ranking first in an NTCC McGraw Hill Poster Contest. Fondren leveraged attainments like these for a Coca Cola Gold Award on the national level in 2023.

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

Board names Dr. Paula Wilhite Distinguished Faculty Emeritus at March meeting

The Northeast Texas Community College Board of Trustees met for its regular March meeting on Tuesday, March 26th. The meeting started off with a special presentation as the board approved naming Dr. Paula Wilhite as Distinguished Professor Emeritus. Board Chairman Chuck Johns read the proclamation and Dr. Ron Clinton, NTCC President, presented Wilhite with a special medallion to commemorate the honor. 

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Third annual campus egg hunt a success

Who says Easter egg hunts are just for kids? Students, faculty and staff gathered on the plaza this Thursday to enjoy the third-annual EatBetter4Less egg hunt. The event was sponsored by the NTCC CARE Center, Peers Against Tobacco, Cox Logistics and the NTCC Social Work Club. More than 3,000 eggs were hidden, including golden eggs that were redeemable for special prizes ranging from gift cards to a free TV. 

The event also included free pizza and cupcakes and a live DJ (DJ Co...AKA Rico Willis). Many thanks to everyone who worked hard to put on this fun, interactive event!

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Psi Beta members complete CPR training

Members of NTCC's PSI Beta Honor Society recently completed Basic Life Support (CPR) training. Russell VanBibber, Interim EMS Program Director at NTCC, provided the instruction. Participants included Skylar Hodson, Neida Perez, and Scott Polanosky. They successfully completed the cognitive and skills evaluations in accordance with the curriculum of the American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program. This is a great example of NTCC programs working together for a good cause! These students are now more prepared to help save a life. 

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Surf into summer, sign up for classes!

The spring semester is more than halfway finished and summer will be here before you know it. That's why it's important that you "Surf Into Summer" by signing up for your summer and fall classes! Students can register for Summer and Fall 2024 starting April 8th. Current students can self-enroll online at myeagle.ntcc.edu or schedule a time that is convenient to meet with your College Navigator if you need extra help with you schedule. Here are the top five reasons to register early:

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Veterinary Assistant Program coming this summer

The Northeast Texas Community College Continuing Education Department is pleased to announce that it will offer a new Veterinary Assistant Program this summer. Classes will be held May 28th through August 27th on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-9:30 p.m. on the main NTCC campus.

Instruction includes 100+ hours in the classroom, plus an optional 40-hour externship. The total cost is $1,900 and a generous payment plan is available. Some students may be eligible for financial aid. 

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