This video is in memory of our dear friend Mr. Carroll Shelby, who passed away this week. His generosity has made a difference in countless lives at Northeast Texas Community College. His presence and friendship will be greatly missed by all of us. Visit www.shelbyautotech.com to learn more about the Carroll Shelby Automotive Technology Program at NTCC. Below are some words on how Mr.

Northeast Texas Community College held its spring 2012 commencement at the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts on Friday, May 11. This marked the largest graduating class in the history of NTCC. During the ceremony, 188 students were awarded associate degrees and 69 earned certificates of competency in their chosen fields. Dr. Melissa Weinbrenner, NTCC Associate Professor of History and Division Director for Social Studies, delivered the commencement address.

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Last weekend, Northeast Texas Community College participated in the 2012 Relay for Life at the Mount Pleasant Junior High School track. Despite getting a late start, the NTCC family was able to raise $2,651.31 for the cause. "Estelene Eagle" (AKA Professor Doug Hoppock) won the Mr. Relay competition by a landslide by raising a whopping $1,277.31 towards the total. Pictured, NTCC team members pose for a victory shot with "Estelene."

The Northeast Texas Community College office of Student Activities and Multicultural Affairs has named the Phi Theta Kappa Alpha Mu Chi chapter as the NTCC Outstanding Student Organization for the 2011-2012 school year. This award is given to an official NTCC student organization that displays outstanding contributions to the college, contributions to the community and development of its members. Phi Theta Kappa received a plaque and $250 for their student club account.

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Northeast Texas Community College Sustainable Agriculture students recently participated in a hands-on project at the NTCC Hanson-Sewell Center in Pittsburg.††Under the guidance of Assistant Professor, Chris Oefinger, the students were assigned the task of redesigning the flower bed at the center. A landscaping plan was selected from those submitted by students. The next task included, cleaning the bed, preparing the soil, planting, and replacing the weed guard and mulch.