The Northeast Texas Community College Board of Trustees met for its regular October meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 25th.  

By Doc Anderson, Co-Editor-in-Chief, The Eagle

Northeast Texas Community College’s literary magazine, Lagniappe, recently released its 10th publication. 

The literary and art magazine prominently displays the work of creative writers, traditional and digital artists throughout its pages.

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Have you been bitten by the travel bug? Northeast Texas Community College is planning a travel study trip to Washington D.C. May 20-24, 2023. This is a great opportunity to explore the U.S. capital while earning college credit. An informational session is planned for Monday, Nov. 9th at 12:30 p.m. in Humanities 107.

Students can earn credit for History 1301 or 1302, English 1301, 2327 or 2342, Government 2305, Communications, Art Appreciation, or Photography as part of the travel course. 

Pictured (from left): Michelle Calderon, Neida Perez, Sam Pollan, Aubrey Watkins, Keren Valencia, and Victoria Matiz.

By: Dr. Andrew Yox, Honors Director

It may still be October, but the Hallmark Channel is already gearing up for the holiday season with their Countdown to Christmas movie schedule. NTCC's own Page Petrucka, Associate Professor of Theatre, will appear in the network's latest release, A Cozy Christmas Inn. The film premieres Friday, Oct. 28th at 7 p.m. central on the Hallmark Channel. The movie, which is a sequel to Christmas Under Wraps (2014), stars Jodie Sweetin and David O'Donnell. 

Mark your calendars for a wonderful opportunity to learn more about Choctaw history and culture from tribal member Ryan Spring and Tribal Archaeologist Dr. Kim Hinson. The event will be held Tuesday, Nov. 15th from 12:30-1:30 in Humanities 101. A taste of Tanchi Labona, a traditional Choctaw dish, will be provided as well. Question and answer session after presentation. Faculty, staff, students, and members of the community are welcome!

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Pictured: Colton Burkard and Brennen Wilson.

By: Justin Hargrove, Assistant Athletic Director

Northeast Texas Community College hosted the third National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) Southern Region Rodeo October 21-22 at the Mount Pleasant Rodeo Association Arena.

By: Justin Hargrove, Assistant Athletic Director

The Northeast Texas Community College Men’s Soccer team defeated Paris Junior College 5-0 on Saturday, October 22nd to earn a trip to the National Junior College Athletic Association playoffs. Goalie Enzo Camps (France) came up big with 7 saves in the win.

The Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast Texas Community College will host a performance by Hot Club of Cowtown on Tuesday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

“When I first heard Hot Club of Cowtown I just knew we had to host them at the Whatley,” Carolyn Franks, Director of the Whatley Center, said. “They are fantastically talented musicians and they blend a variety of genres to create something completely fun and unique.”