NTCC Baseball powers through non-conference play
† † † The Northeast Texas Community College Eagles baseball completed a three-game sweep this weekend by knocking off Texas perennial power, Grayson College. The Eagles scored a total of 30 runs in the series.††The active bats have been a major reason the Eagles are not only winning, but also lead the nation in Junior College batting average after the third week of the season.
Theatre Northeast presents Steel Magnolias
A stellar cast headlines the upcoming Theatre Northeast †production of the celebrated and beloved comedy/drama†Steel Magnolias†by Robert Harling. The show runs February 26, 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. and March 1 at 2:05 p.m.
Students take water consumption challenge
Students in Sarah Rainey's†philosophy and government classes are pursuing a voluntary final project surrounding water consumption and scarcity.
The average American household uses 300 gallons of water a day. Participants will "live" off just 1 gallon of water for three days starting next Monday, using a single gallon for all their drinking, washing, and cooking needs.
The average American household uses 300 gallons of water a day. Participants will "live" off just 1 gallon of water for three days starting next Monday, using a single gallon for all their drinking, washing, and cooking needs.
NTCC to offer intramural sports tourneys
The intramural program at NTCC exists to offer a variety of sports and activities for students, faculty, and staff. Please see the attachment pertaining to the intramural sports tournaments taking place this semester on the NTCC campus.
The intramural program provides:
The intramural program provides:
- Opportunities for involvement in organized physical activities
- Positive use of leisure time
- Competitive and recreational alternatives
- Opportunity for individuals to compete
- Support others in athletic participation
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Economic impact study shows value of higher education in Texas
According to a†report released last week†on the†economic impact of higher education in the state of Texas, the colleges and universities in Texas†have a combined economic impact equivalent to nearly 11% of the state's gross state product.†The†study†combined†three sectors (Public Universities, Community and Technical Colleges, and Independent Universities) of higher education in Texas†and concluded they are highly significant†drivers of the state's growing economy.
"While this report looks at the the state as a whole, it confirms that communities and individuals benefit†greatly†from ha
"While this report looks at the the state as a whole, it confirms that communities and individuals benefit†greatly†from ha
Honors Northeast visits Sesame Literary Club of Hughes Springs
Wright Patman, the Congressman from Hughes Springs from 1929-1976, served the interests of many Northeast Texans in Washington, representing our state?s first district.
February Fittest Employee of the Month
Mandy Smith†presents Cindy Hammonds (left)†with a gift basket†for being named NTCC?s Fittest Employee†of the Month†for February.†To receive this award, an employee must†be caught practicing†overt wellness behavior and attitude.†
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The Wellness Committee is on the lookout for a March recipient!
Team Arise gives $500 for veteran scholarship
Michael Brown (right) recently gave $500 to the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation on behalf of his organization, Team Arise. The funds will establish a scholarship to benefit NTCC students who are veterans or children of veterans. Dr. Jonathan McCullough, NTCC Vice President for Advancement, is pictured receiving the gift. To learn more about this and other scholarships at NTCC, please contact McCullough at 903-434-8115.†
Eagles Baseball continues winning streak
The Northeast Texas Community College Eagles (NTCC) baseball team dominated Pratt Community College this weekend, winning four out of four games.
The highlight of the series was a 12-run shutout Saturday evening pitched by Tim Winders. Friday?s game was a series of back and forth runs every inning with local pitcher Brandon Colbert from Pittsburg pitching the lion's share of the game. Colbert racked up eight strikeouts in four-and-a-half innings.
