Nash Community College has announced the election of new leadership for its Board of Trustees. Russell L. Proctor III has been named Chair, and Angela Watkins Gailliard has been named Vice Chair. Proctor, a Rocky Mount native, brings more than four decades of experience in financial services, community leadership, and nonprofit engagement. He has served […]
Nash Community College Awarded $18,000 in SECU Bridge to Career Scholarships
Nash Community College has been awarded $18,000 in scholarship funds from the State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) Foundation through its Bridge to Career Program. The program, available at all 58 community colleges across North Carolina, helps remove financial barriers for students seeking state-regulated or industry-recognized credentials that lead to sustainable wage careers. The SECU Bridge […]
Nash Community College Announces Reappointments to Board of Trustees
Nash Community College is proud to announce the reappointment of three distinguished members to its Board of Trustees. J. Wayne Outlaw, Natalie Brooks and Amy Pearson have been reappointed by their respective appointing authorities to continue their service to the College and community. Outlaw, reappointed by the Nash County Commissioners, has served on the Board […]
Nash Community College Produces Statewide “Grit & Grind” Show
Nash Community College is bringing statewide attention to high school football through the production of Grit & Grind, a live weekly football show filmed on campus with the support of staff and students. The show, hosted by cousins Shawn and Deryl Lucas, covers more than 33 high school teams from eastern to western North Carolina. […]
Nash Community College to Host North Carolina’s Second “Girl Power” Event October 8
Nash Community College will host North Carolina’s second Girl Power event on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, bringing together students, educators, and industry leaders to inspire the next generation of women in utility and infrastructure careers. The hands-on learning experience will introduce participants to overhead and underground power distribution, fiber operations, and other critical skills essential […]
Nash CC Named One of the Top 5 Community Colleges in North Carolina by NICHE
Nash Community College has been ranked among the top five community colleges in North Carolina in the 2026 Niche Best Colleges rankings. NCC earned the #4 spot, joining Randolph Community College (#1), Wayne Community College (#2), Stanly Community College (#3), and Western Piedmont Community College (#5). Niche’s rankings are based on a variety of factors […]
Nash CC Foundation Hosts 36th Annual Student Scholarships
The Nash Community College Foundation will host its 36th Annual Student Scholarship Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Benvenue Country Club. The long-standing tradition brings together community members, businesses and alumni to support student success through scholarships at NCC. Proceeds from the tournament directly benefit scholarships that make higher education more affordable and […]
Nash Community College Surpasses 3,000 Students for First Time Since 2019
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 […]
