Students Learn About Health Sciences at Healthcare Connections 2025

Edgecombe Community College, in partnership with S.T.E.P (the Strategic Twin-Counties Educational Partnership) and Nash Community College, welcomed high school students to Healthcare Connections 2025 at Edgecombe Community College’s Rocky Mount campus. S.T.E.P. is dedicated to improving educational opportunities for students in the Twin Counties area.

Students from Southwest Edgecombe High School, Rocky Mount Senior High, Northern Nash High School, Nash Central High School, Tarboro High School, Southern Nash High School, Rocky Mount Prep, Edge Academy, North East Carolina Preparatory School, Nash Early College, Nash Rocky Mount Early College High School, North Edgecombe High School and Edgecombe Early College High School were invited to attend.

“Through this event, students gained valuable insights into health sciences programs and the rewarding careers that await them in the healthcare field,” said Nacole T. Everette, dean of Health Sciences at ECC.

More than 250 participants toured the Lamm Building Tuesday, Feb. 25 and Wednesday, Feb. 26.

“At Edgecombe Community College, we are committed to equipping future healthcare professionals with the knowledge and resources needed to succeed,” said Everette. “We appreciate the collaboration of S.T.E.P., Nash Community College and our local schools in helping to inspire and prepare the next generation of healthcare workers.”