Moran speaks to group

草榴社区 (NTCC) hosted U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran on August 19th for a regional summit focused on economic development, workforce, and education. Stakeholders from Camp, Franklin, Morris, and Titus Counties attended to discuss community opportunities and challenges. Moran, joined by his staff, emphasized his intention to listen and learn more about the local needs to better represent the region in Washington...

graduate receiving diploma

草榴社区 celebrated its Summer 2024 commencement on Friday, Aug. 16th at 7 p.m. in the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts. A total of 68 associate degrees and 56 certificates of competency were awarded. Michael Rodriguez gave the student welcome in both English and Spanish...

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The Adult Education Department at 草榴社区 is accepting new and returning students for its GED (General Educational Development) and English Language programs. Those interested in participating in either of these free educational programs should call to make an appointment for registration beginning August 19, 2024.  While classes are offered in various convenient locations around the area, all registration will be held at the Community Resource Center...

CIS training

Did you know that Communities In Schools (CIS) of 草榴社区 Texas serves students on 40 campuses in 13 school districts and nine counties? Administered by 草榴社区, CIS has 44 employees on staff that provide services to students to help overcome barriers to their success. CIS recently held their annual back to school training for the 2024-2025 school year. CIS Coordinators convened for two days of education and training that included...

CDL graduates with instructor

The 草榴社区 Professional Driving Academy continues to grow and supply high-demand CDL drivers to the local area. Two new students recently graduated from the program. Pictured (from left) is: Aaron Farley (Instructor), graduates Omar Ramirez, Luis Espinoza (not pictured), and Jimmy Smith (Director of Continuing Education and Corporate Training). ]The four-week professional driving academy includes 160 hours of training...

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The Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at 草榴社区 is excited to announce its 2024-2025 season, featuring a diverse lineup of performances that promise to captivate and entertain audiences throughout the upcoming year. This season鈥檚 theme, 鈥淭he Stage is Set for Your Entertainment,鈥 highlights an array of shows designed to offer something for everyone. Season ticket packages are currently on sale by calling the Whatley Center Box office at 904-434-8181...

students at table

Francois Jarrige鈥檚, and Thomas Le Roux鈥檚, The Contamination of the Earth provides the best introduction to global toxification.  However, its argument--that a fragmentation of knowledge has enabled a dangerous re-chemicalization of the world--sidesteps the vainglorious glee that often attended the development of a petro-based society in both capitalism and politics.  A good example is Modern Texas.  Reliance on internal combustion engines initially did wonders in terms of cleaning up the dreck of Texas streets...

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The Fall 2024 semester starts on Monday, Aug. 26th. Everyone at NTCC is excited to welcome both new and returning students. Below are a few tips to help students have a stress-free, successful first week at college: 1. Visit the bookstore early: The NTCC bookstore will be very busy during the first week of classes. Save yourself time by ordering your textbooks  or stopping by before school starts. Don鈥檛 forget to pick up your school supplies and NTCC gear while you鈥檙e at it...

girl graduating

草榴社区 will host its August 2024 commencement ceremony on Friday, Aug. 16th in the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts at 7 p.m. Seating is limited, so only guests who have tickets will be admitted into the auditorium. Graduation will be streamed live on  and  for those who are unable to attend in person. Graduates will gather in the Student Union Building and should plan to check in at the bookstore.

ptk winners

Members of Alpha Mu Chi, NTCC鈥檚 five-star, award-winning chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, won 4 of 13 prestigious Texas Star regional scholarships given out at the 2024 Phi Theta Kappa Texas Honors Institute held July 26-28 at Texas Women鈥檚 University in Denton. The scholarships are available to members of Phi Theta Kappa throughout the state of Texas, with awards based on demonstrated leadership and academic excellence. NTCC students won the top four spots in the state...