The Northeast Texas Community College Work4College Program celebrated another successful summer with its annual appreciation luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 5. Work4College donors, supervisors, students, and their families gathered in the Student Union Building to recognize the accomplishments of the program and thank those who make it possible. Click here to view free downloadable photos from the event.
Now in its 12th year, the Work4College Program served more than 70 students this summer. In addition to working on the NTCC campus, students completed more than 1,200 hours of community service and gained valuable work experience at local school districts, including Chapel Hill, Como-Pickton, Harts Bluff, and Daingerfield ISDs. NTCC hopes to continue expanding the program to additional partner locations in the future.
Dr. Kevin Rose, NTCC president, welcomed attendees and shared opening remarks. Dr. Jon McCullough, Executive Vice President for Advancement, served as master of ceremonies for the event.
"Our annual Work4College luncheon is really the culmination of the year," Mason May, Director of Work4College, said. "It is a time to celebrate our students for their hard work and accomplishments while also recognizing the generous donors and dedicated supervisors who make this program possible."
James Heary, an NTCC maintenance technician and longtime Work4College supervisor, spoke about the impact students have on campus through their work and the personal growth he witnesses each summer.
"Donors, thank you for supporting this program," Heary said. "I know times are hard and you could have chosen to support any number of causes. As someone who works with these kids each summer and watches them grow and build confidence, I promise you are getting a great return on your investment."
Second-year Work4College student Revan Travis shared his experiences working on the NTCC Agriculture Farm this summer. He reflected on the skills he developed through the program and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to earn a scholarship while gaining valuable hands-on work experience.
The luncheon also provided an opportunity to recognize the many donors whose support makes Work4College possible. Their generosity allows students to earn part of their educational expenses through meaningful employment while building workplace skills that will benefit them long after graduation.
Many thanks to Richard and Margaret Perryman for sponsoring the event. A delicious barbecue lunch was prepared and served by the NTCC Great Western Dining Food Services team.
For more information about the Work4College Program, visit www.work4college.com or contact Mason May at mmay@ntcc.edu.
