Trishonda Roberson remembers her father, the late Hanks Roberson, as a man who never hesitated to help others. A self-taught and highly respected mechanic, he built a reputation not only for his skill but for his generosity. “We saw our dad work hard,” Trishonda recalls. “He worked on cars for people who couldn’t afford to […]
The Rocky Mount Rotary Club is gearing up for the annual Tackle the Tar 5K Obstacle Course Race on Saturday, May 16, 2026 — and we need YOUR help to make one of the biggest community events in Eastern North Carolina happen! It takes nearly 200 volunteers to pull off this incredible Rocky Mount community […]
ECC’s Barbering program was proudly represented at Rocky Mount High School’s Career Day held recently. Our students engaged with attendees, shared program information, and spoke with those interested in pursuing barbering as a career path. Participating students, pictured left to right, were Samerah Taylor‑Dodd, Jabaria Bowser, Jacob Pindea and Daniel Bridgers.
Edgecombe Community College invites the public to celebrate the outstanding students who recently earned top honors at the SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference in Greensboro, N.C. A recognition event will be held Tuesday, May 19, from 3:30–5 p.m. in the Barnhill-Jenkins Center for Innovation’s Multipurpose Room. Students who competed at the state conference, held […]
Built here. Now what? “Built here. Now what?” That was the message delivered by Ron Green, chief executive officer of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region, during Edgecombe Community College’s commencement ceremony on Friday, May 8. Green emphasized the role of community colleges in shaping students’ futures, telling graduates that being […]
Good Friday was an unforgettable experience for a group of Edgecombe Community College students who traveled with ECC President Dr. Greg McLeod and Selwyn Spence, ECC’s occupational extension programs administrator, to Morehead City and Atlantic Beach. Sixteen students spent their day off from classes to tour Carteret Community College and more. Known collectively as the […]
Edgecombe Community College has entered a cooperative curriculum agreement with Martin Community College that will allow ECC students to pursue a career as a physical therapist assistant. Under the agreement, students can complete general education courses at ECC before applying to Martin Community College’s two-year Physical Therapist Assistant program. Martin will accept two qualified ECC […]
Two graduation ceremonies took place March 11 on the Tarboro campus of Edgecombe Community College. Eight students in the college’s natural hair care program received their certifications, while four earned certifications in manicuring nail technology. “Over the course of three months, our natural hair care and nail graduates have committed themselves to learning, practicing, […]
Life hasn’t always been easy for Erma Battle, but her determination has never wavered. The vibrant 76-year-old recently visited the Campus Store at Edgecombe Community College to select the perfect frame for her diploma. After completing the High School Equivalency program, she is eagerly preparing to walk across the stage at ECC’s commencement in May […]
Edgecombe Community College is proud to announce the launch of its High School Equivalency (HSE) Bootcamp, an accelerated program designed to help adult learners complete their high school equivalency credential. While the time required to earn a high-school equivalency varies based on individual circumstances, the bootcamp is specifically designed for students who are close to […]
