More than a college: NTCC supports one in every 33 local jobs

When most people think about Northeast Texas Community College, they think about students earning degrees and job skills. But a recent economic impact study shows NTCC also plays a big role in the local economy.

According to the study, NTCC generated $46.2 million in economic activity during the 2023-24 fiscal year and supported 1,082 jobs across Camp, Morris, and Titus counties. That's equal to one out of every 33 jobs in the region.

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Alumni Spotlight: Marifer Zuniga

After graduating from Mount Pleasant High School, Marifer Zuniga chose to continue her education at Northeast Texas Community College, where she earned her Associate of Science in Business Administration in the spring of 2019. While pursuing her degree, Marifer made the decision to begin her professional career early in order to help support her family. 

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Research by Dr. Chris McAllister featured on cover of scientific journal

NTCC Biology Professor Dr. Chris McAllister and his colleagues, Dr. John Hnida and Eric Leis, recently received a special honor when their research was selected for the cover of the scientific journal Parasitologia. The article describes a newly identified species of coccidian parasite discovered in a yellow-bellied watersnake from Arkansas. Click here to view the article.

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Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey pledge $5,400 to “$40 for 40 Years” campaign

Dr. Doug and Kathy Richey recently pledged $5,400 to the Northeast Texas Community College Foundation as part of the college’s “$40 for 40 Years” campaign celebrating NTCC’s 40th anniversary.

The gift will provide emergency scholarships for students facing unexpected financial hardships that could otherwise prevent them from continuing their education. The Richeys are pictured at the check presentation with Nita May, Director of Development, and Dr. Jon McCullough, Executive Vice President for Advancement.