Pictured: Representatives from NTCC and East Texas A&M join Presidents Dr. Mark Rudin and Dr. Kevin Rose at the signing ceremony.
Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) welcomed leadership from East Texas A&M University to campus this week for the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reinforcing a shared commitment to student success and workforce readiness.
Representatives from East Texas A&M University in attendance included President Dr. Mark Rudin; Abbie Harper, Chief Operating Officer of Extended Sites; Riley Davidson, Assistant Chief Operating Officer of Extended Sites; and Sam Walker, Special Assistant to the President.
NTCC has maintained a longstanding articulation agreement with East Texas A&M University, ensuring a seamless transfer process for NTCC students who wish to continue their education at the university level. The newly signed MOU builds upon that foundation, further strengthening collaboration between the two institutions.
During the visit, Dr. Rudin expressed appreciation for the strong partnership between the colleges and emphasized the importance of continuing to work together to enhance student outcomes. He noted a shared focus on preparing students not only to graduate, but to enter the workforce with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in today’s economy.
“NTCC is honored to host our partners from East Texas A&M University and to continue building on a relationship that creates meaningful opportunities for our students,” said Dr. Anna Ingram, NTCC Vice President for Instruction. “We are excited about what this strengthened partnership means for the future and the impact it will have on student success and career readiness.”
The MOU signing represents another step forward in NTCC’s ongoing efforts to expand pathways for students and align educational programs with regional workforce needs.
