Nash Community College is celebrating a major enrollment milestone this fall. The college has reported a 6.3 percent increase in headcount and an 8.9 percent increase in full-time equivalent (FTE) compared to Fall 2024. This year’s total headcount stands at 3,145 students, marking the first time since 2019 (before the COVID-19 pandemic) that the college […]
Nash Community College Named to USA Today’s 2025 List of Best Vocational Schools
Nash Community College (NCC) has been recognized nationally by USA Today on its 2025 list of Best Vocational Schools. NCC is one of only 14 North Carolina community colleges included on the list, and notably, one of just seven in the state to receive a five-star rating (the highest rating awarded). This highlights the college’s […]
Nash Community College Welcomes Largest Electric Line Academy Class
Nash Community College’s Electric Line Academy is reaching new heights this fall, enrolling its largest class since the program began. 75 students are participating in the 16-week academy, a historic milestone for the college and the electric utility training industry in the region. The Electric Line Academy prepares students for in-demand careers in the electric […]
Nash Community College Named 11th Best Community College in North Carolina by WalletHub
Nash Community College has been ranked the 11th Best Community College in North Carolina by WalletHub, a national personal finance website. The recognition is based on WalletHub’s analysis of more than 650 community colleges nationwide, using 18 key indicators of cost and quality. WalletHub’s study measured factors such as in-state tuition and fees, student-faculty ratio, […]
Nash Community College Highlights High-Quality Child Development Center
Nash Community College is proud to spotlight one of its most valuable resources for working families and students, the Betsy B. Currin Child Development Center. Located on campus and fully licensed by the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education, the Center provides nurturing, high-quality care and education for children ages six weeks […]
From Brushes to Bravery: Nash CC Youth Paint Mural to Support Firefighter Mental Health
What began as an unconventional idea for a summer camp quickly transformed into a powerful act of community expression and mental health advocacy. When international artist and Nash Community College art professor Georges Le Chevallier proposed teaching an Introduction to Graffiti camp for youth ages 11–14, the reaction was mixed. “When I heard we were […]
Nash Community College Announces Retirement of Dean Marbeth Holmes After 29 Years of Service
Nash Community College (NCC) announces the upcoming retirement of Dean Marbeth Holmes, a respected campus leader and student advocate whose career at the college spans nearly three decades. Holmes will retire after 29 years of service, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in teaching, wellness, and student support. Since joining NCC in 1996, Holmes has […]
Nash Community College Students and Faculty Earn National Recognition at SkillsUSA Conference
Nash Community College proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of its students and faculty who represented the institution and the state of North Carolina with excellence at the 60th Annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference, held June 23-28 in Atlanta, Georgia. Six NCC students earned national recognition in their respective career and technical fields, competing […]
Nash Community College Highlights Global Scholars Program
Nash Community College is bringing greater awareness to its Global Scholars Program, an enriching academic distinction available to students who want to expand their cultural understanding and global engagement. This program is designed to prepare students for success in a diverse world; the program offers a unique opportunity for Nighthawks to graduate with the honored […]
Nash Community College Announces Spring 2025 President’s and Dean’s List Honors
Nash Community College proudly recognizes the academic excellence of its students for the Spring 2025 semester by announcing those named to the prestigious President’s List and Dean’s List. The President’s List honors students who have achieved a perfect term GPA of 4.0 while completing 12 or more credit hours during the semester. The following students […]
