Route 66, the historic highway that spans 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California, marks its official 100th anniversary in 2026. cities along Route 66 have been hosting domestic and international travelers throughout the year with new and historic roadside attractions that reflect the history of Route 66. Tulsa, Oklahoma was the location for the Mustang Club of America (MCA) event appropriately named "Mustangs on the Mother Road" that took place 24-26 July, hosting more than 300 Mustangs and their owners from all over the country.

Pictured (from left): Martín Mata, Emma Mendoza, Sabrina Otero-Svirska, and Dr. Andrew P. Yox

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

This article was originally published on the Phi Theta Kappa Website.

Members of Northeast Texas Community College’s Alpha Mu Chi chapter recently joined fellow Phi Theta Kappa scholars from across the state for the annual Texas Honors Institute, held July 10–12 on the Tyler Junior College campus. Staying on campus for the weekend, students immersed themselves in this year’s thought-provoking theme, “A Seat at the Table: Gathering the Ingredients.”

Northeast Texas Community College TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) students, along with Work4College participants, recently enjoyed an incredible day of learning and exploration!

Northeast Texas Community College wrapped up another successful year of Kids Discovery College, welcoming more than 110 young campers to campus for two weeks of hands-on learning, creativity and fun. With more than a dozen engaging classes covering everything from science and technology to theater, art and sports, the program gave local children the opportunity to learn new skills while making lasting summer memories.

The NTCC Work4College Program is so much more than just a job! In addition to doing meaningful work on campus, W4C students also take a class that covers a variety of topics that help them as they transition into adulthood. This week students focused on learning proper etiquette for dining and formal social situations. 

When most people hear the name Carroll Shelby, they think of legendary Mustangs, Cobras and a remarkable racing career. But the Carroll Shelby Collection at the Northeast Texas Community College Library tells a much bigger story.