Pictured: Students with the mural of the Joe Guerra Library in Laredo (left) and at the Mary Couts Burnett Library at TCU in Fort Worth. 

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

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.

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. 

By: Justin Hargrove, Assistant Athletic Director

The Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) Team Roping Duo of Kelon Andrews, and Hayden Sanders are heading back to Casper, Wyoming to compete for the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR)Team Roping Title. 

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.

A group of Northeast Texas Community College travelers recently returned from an unforgettable travel study experience in Washington, D.C., where they spent several days exploring the history, government, and culture of the nation's capital.

The Carroll Shelby Automotive Student Institute (CSAI) participated in the Annual Shelby Car Show in Plano, Texas, on May 30. The event was hosted by Third Coast Bank, the Shelby family, and the Shelby Cobra Association of Texas (SCAT).

One of the best things about a college campus is being surrounded by people who love to learn. We asked the NTCC community to share a favorite book they're reading this summer and tell us why they recommend it. The result is a diverse collection of titles that reflects the many interests, experiences, and perspectives that make up our campus community. Have your own pick to add?