Pictured: Northern cottonmouth, Agkistrodon piscivorus

The annual Northeast Texas Community College Rodeo will return to the Mount Pleasant Rodeo Grounds October 9–11, 2025. You won’t want to miss the chance to see NTCC Eagles Rodeo athletes go up against some of the top competitors in the Southern Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association.

Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) is turning 40, and the community is invited to join the party! Since welcoming its first students in 1985, NTCC has proudly served the region for four decades. To celebrate, the college is hosting a 40th Anniversary Community Picnic on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the main campus plaza near the Eagles Nest Pavilion.

The event will feature:

The Northeast Texas Community College Eagles Baseball team welcomed about 30 young athletes to campus last weekend for a fun-filled kids camp. Youth ages 5-12 had the opportunity to learn baseball fundamentals, practice their skills, and play alongside NTCC players.

The Northeast Texas Community College Board of Trustees met for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 26th. A Public Hearing on Proposed 2025-2026 Operating Budget and Proposed Tax Rate was held prior to the meeting.  There were no public comments. 

President’s Report

Honors Northeast, the honors program of Northeast Texas Community College, has released the summer 2025 edition of its Alacrity newsletter.

The latest issue highlights accomplishments of current students and alumni, shares updates on recent events, and offers a glimpse into the many opportunities available through the program.

The Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at Northeast Texas Community College is thrilled to announce its 2025–2026 Heart of the Arts season. As NTCC celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Whatley Center is marking the milestone year with an exciting blend of national touring acts, local talent, theatre productions, and art exhibits. Tickets for all shows are now on sale!

Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) launched the 2025–2026 school year with a week full of excitement, connection, and community spirit.

Northeast Texas Community College will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1st in observation of the Labor Day holiday. Offices will return to normal hours and classes will resume as usual on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd. We hope everyone has a fun and safe long weekend!

The NTCC women’s soccer team turned in a dominant performance on the road, defeating Richland College 4–1 on Saturday night. The Eagles controlled the pace from the opening whistle and never looked back, securing an important victory, heading conference play.

HOW IT HAPPENED:

Freshman striker Kirsheema Ince had a standout performance, recording a hat trick to lead the NTCC attack. Ince opened the scoring in the first half and added two more goals after the break to put the game firmly in the Eagles’ control.