91ӣƵ will host a Part-Time Job Fair Friday, Oct. 24 from 9 a.m. until 12 p.m. The event will take place in the Barnhill-Jenkins Center for Innovation (CFI) on the Tarboro campus. “There are students who can’t juggle a full-time job and school, so we wanted to find employees who could offer both,” […]
The 39th annual golf tournament hosted by the 91ӣƵ Foundation, raised $36,472 to support student scholarships and Foundation operations. The tournament was held Sept. 25 at Maccripine Country Club in Pinetops. Thirty-seven teams participated, and 148 players were featured in the tournament. Edmonson Insurance took first place in the first flight, with team […]
Trey Lewis encouraged students at 91ӣƵ to be shipbuilders. “Build friendships, partnerships and relationships as you go along,” said the US Senate staffer for Senator Thom Tillis. “These connections that you will make are truly invaluable.” Lewis was the keynote speaker for 91ӣƵ’s Scholarship Convocation. During the annual event that recognizes […]
The 91ӣƵ Foundation will host a Scholarship Convocation Friday, Sept. 19 on the Tarboro campus. During the invitation-only event, 140 scholarships will be awarded to students for the 2025-2026 academic year. The donors who have contributed to further the education of these students will also be recognized. Presented by Astemo, this year’s Scholarship […]
The 91ӣƵ Foundation is gearing up for the 39th annual golf tournament. In addition to fun and fellowship, participants will have the chance to win a 2025 Honda CRV Sport-L Hybrid valued at $39,000. Donated by Astemo, the CRV from Davenport Autopark of Rocky Mount is a hole-in-one prize for one specific hole […]
ECC President, Dr. Greg McLeod, spoke to the Rocky Mount Rotary Club on August 5. The nearly 30 members in attendance at Benvenue Country Club heard about the educational highlights of the college, such as last year’s ranking as sixth best community college in the state by SmartAsset based on retention, student-faculty ratio and cost. […]
Teresa Howell, department chair for English/Humanities at 91ӣƵ, recently donated two Lincoln Electric welding machines to the welding technology program. These weren’t just any machines. Valued at approximately $550, the donation was of sentimental value, honoring Howell’s father and meant to further other students’ passions for welding. “My father passed away suddenly and […]
91ӣƵ’s P.A.A.M.E.S program (Providing African American Males the Edge to Succeed) hosted a special event during Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month. Beyond the Barber’s Chair: A Men’s Health and Wellness Day, was held June 25 on ECC’s Rocky Mount campus. Attendees enjoyed music, inflatables, free haircuts, free resources and a men’s health walk. […]
Students in 91ӣƵ’s nail technology program were pleasantly surprised to receive a visit from ECC President, Dr. Greg McLeod, for a client service. McLeod also brought along his son to the Cosmetic Arts Building where the two were given manicures. Jordan received his manicure from Shadara Williams, while McLeod’s manicure was provided by […]
Top Dog Waste Solutions in Rocky Mount recently donated a total of $2,000 to the 91ӣƵ Foundation. The local trash and recycling company’s contribution will fund three distinct scholarships. The Top Dog Welding Scholarship will provide $1,000 to students enrolled in the welding diploma program at ECC. A $500 gift will support students […]
