91ӣƵ has transformed a classroom space in the Charles S. McIntyre Building on the Tarboro campus into a room for Esports. It is equipped with 42-inch televisions, Sony Interactive Entertainment PlayStation 5 video game consoles, a Nintendo Switch, Xbox, window tinting, noise reduction barriers, as well as gaming center computers, tables and chairs. […]
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 […]
Written by Dr. LaShawnda Washington In a major stride toward advancing digital equity and instructional innovation, five employees from 91ӣƵ’s Division of College and Career Readiness have earned certifications from the prestigious Digital Resilience in the American Workforce (DRAW) initiative. This national program, designed to strengthen the digital skills of adult educators and […]
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 […]
The Edgecombe-Martin County Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) recently presented their annual scholarship to 91ӣƵ. The gift of $1,000 will be used to establish two $500 scholarships for students in the Electrical Systems Technology Program at ECC. Pictured from left to right are: Dr. Greg McLeod, ECC president; Jean Bailey, ECC Foundation Board president; […]
91ӣƵ is the recipient of a $5,000 STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Outreach grant provided by the STEMEast Network. The grant will cover tuition for students enrolled in ECC’s camps, including STEM-Elementary, STEM-Middle and Electronics camps. The funding will also assist with materials, equipment, staffing, camp shirts, snacks and more. These camps offer […]
For Courtney Baggett, opening the door to new possibilities wasn’t easy, but it was rewarding. Baggett, a counselor at 91ӣƵ, recently completed the NC Community College Leadership Program. According to the NC State University website, the program allows participants to “develop and enhance essential skills to support their current and future leadership roles […]
“Congratulations on coming to the end of this journey—your high school years,” said 91ӣƵ President, Dr. Greg McLeod, to a group of high school students planning to attend 91ӣƵ in the fall. “Know that we have your back. We want you to reflect on your time at ECC as one of […]
91ӣƵ’s SkillsUSA competitors won a gold medal and two silver medals after participating in the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference held June 23-27 in Atlanta, Ga. In its 60th year, the conference is a showcase of career and technical education students. Payden Kiser, a graduate of Edgecombe Early College High School, won […]
