Representatives of Edgecombe Community College were among the more than 400 attendees of the Vision 2025 Conference hosted by the NCEast Alliance. The conference was held Friday, Jan. 31 at the Greenville Convention Center and focused on the theme, “Celebrating Success and Envisioning Tomorrow.” According to their website, the NCEast Alliance is a regional economic […]
Volunteerism is not merely a pastime for Viola Harris. It’s ingrained in the life of this ECC employee, 24-year Edgecombe County commissioner and “woman of many hats.” It started when the Leggett native was just nine years old, and since that time, Harris has unceasingly pursued a life for the betterment of her community. That’s […]
Edgecombe Community College has experienced increased enrollment for the Spring 2025 semester. The college has also introduced a new engineering program, provided additional funding for students under the Next NC Scholarship, and continues to focus on student engagement. As of Feb. 5, 2025, curriculum enrollment increased 7.65 percent from the end of the spring 2024 […]
Edgecombe Community College invites the public to attend a special signing ceremony between ECC and East Carolina University. The collaboration will provide greater opportunities for students to enhance their technical skills and advance their careers in geospatial technology. The ceremony will be held Monday, Feb. 17 from 1p.m. to 3p.m. in the Multipurpose room of […]
After securing our partnership with Duke University Health System, Inc, the ECC Surgical Technology Program was excited to expand their clinical experiences to include the Duke Raleigh facility. On Jan. 8, the ECC Surgical Technology students were invited to the campus of Duke Raleigh for a tour of the premises and to hear about what […]
Edgecombe Community College’s Student Government Association and Providing African American Males the Edge to Succeed (PAAMES) will present a unique and beneficial Black History Month Program. “The Dream Continues: Living Legacies” will be held Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 12 p.m. in the Keihin Auditorium on ECC’s Tarboro campus. “This event serves as a multifaceted platform […]
Edgecombe Community College’s Practical Nursing graduates have achieved perfection for the 13th consecutive year. The 12 graduates, who participated in their pinning ceremony August 1, have received a 100 percent pass rate on the national licensure exam. “Achieving a 100 percent NCLEX-PN pass rate is a testament to the hard work, perseverance and excellence of […]
“Structure, Inclusivity and Engagement-Constructing your Classroom for Student Success,” was the topic of discussion during Edgecombe Community College’s Faculty Training Day. The annual event was held Thursday, Jan. 2. According to Christine Nicodemus, dean of arts and sciences, “having a dedicated training day at the start of the spring semester gives the administration the chance […]
The Edgecombe Community College Foundation’s annual Campus Campaign was held Oct. 21, 2024 through Jan. 14, 2025. ECC employees donated $11,398 to the Foundation, supporting students in some capacity. Each year, the Foundation hosts events and fundraisers aimed at generating donations and an interest in the Foundation. During the Campus Campaign, employees are encouraged to […]
Some Edgecombe Community College students are getting substantial assistance thanks to UNC Health Nash. Seven ECC nursing students have officially been accepted into the UNC Health Nash Nurse Scholars Program. According to the hospital’s website, the program funds the cost of each student’s education, tuition and books. A monthly stipend is also provided for high-achieving […]
