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 announces its participation in the UnitedHealthcare Future Leaders in Health Scholarship Program. This is a new initiative aimed at training the next generation of rural healthcare professionals. North Carolina is currently facing a healthcare crisis, with nearly three million residents living in areas without adequate medical professionals. Rural counties are hit the […]
Edgecombe Community College is proud to recognize students who achieved outstanding academic performance during the 2025 fall semester. The following full-time students earned a 4.0 grade point average, placing them on the President’s List. Clayton: Sierrea Fuller Durham: Alifa Kelleh Enfield: Sara Bishop Fountain: Gavin Allen Greenville: Tityana Lawson, Kenya Simpson Kannapolis: Lauryn King Nashville: […]
Edgecombe Community College is maintaining a strong upward trend in enrollment. Nationwide, the COVID-19 pandemic caused steep declines at community colleges, and while online courses are still prevalent, overall enrollment numbers are rebounding. 2026 began on a high note, with 1,679 curriculum (college credit-earning) enrollments, a 4.87 percent increase over last year. We are seeing […]
Mikella Pittman may be an accounting and finance major at Edgecombe Community College, but her world isn’t just limited to payroll accounting, financial statements and spreadsheet formulas. The Tarboro native is also enamored with video games, and ECC’s newly installed Esports room caught her attention. “When I first saw the setup, I thought it was […]
Edgecombe Community College has adopted a virtual version of apprenticeship. Students enrolled in the college’s automotive systems technology program now have the opportunity to enhance their education and possibly start their career with Doug Henry Ford in Tarboro shortly after graduation. According to the New Ford Tech website, “the Ford Automotive Career Exploration (ACE) program […]
ECC students enjoyed games, inflatables, painting, henna, line dancing and even a mechanical bull ride during the annual Fall Fest. The event was held Wednesday, Nov. 5 on the Rocky Mount campus and Thursday, Nov. 6 on the Tarboro campus. As a part of ECC’s Halloween festivities, there was also a Halloween Costume Contest held […]
A wide variety of scholarships are offered from Edgecombe Community College to high-school graduates, ensuring they pay little to no out-of-pocket costs. New to ECC this year are the First Flight and Esports Scholars Scholarships. High-school graduates with an unweighted Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.6 may apply for the First Flight Scholarship. […]
A group of students from Edgecombe Community College participated in a one-day excursion to Fayetteville, NC. ECC President, Dr. Greg McLeod, served as the chaperone and tour guide for the trip, which was a part of the ECC Explorers Travel Series. Since 2023, McLeod has taken students to various locations in an effort to expose […]
