EDUCATION

The Mississippi Community College System is introducing the Jobs Promise Performance Program to prepare thousands of workers annually for in-demand careers and tie funding to results.

Tracey Barron, a Practical Nursing Program instructor at Northeast Community College, received the Northeast Way Award for her dedication to students and community impact.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said it will welcome the 2026-27 Northeast Tiger Band for a week of rehearsals, meals and activities Aug. 3-6 and urged attendees to take heat-safety precautions.

In a testimonial, a father said starting at Northeast allowed his daughter to save roughly $30,000, transfer to the University of Mississippi without losing academic progress and later gain acceptance to three physical therapy programs.

On this week’s TigerTalk podcast, President Ford said a Northeast education provides confidence, resilience, leadership and lifelong skills that prepare students for success beyond the classroom.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said it is updating White Hall with new flooring, lighting, furniture and modern finishes. The college said the work is part of ongoing efforts to improve student housing.

Northeast said it signed a memorandum of understanding with William Carey University to ease transfers and expand scholarship access for its graduates.

Northeast said its Student Success team offers Academic Advising, Success Coaching and Counseling to help students plan schedules, adjust to college life and address challenges.

Northeast said providing an iPad to each student gives them tools to learn, create and stay connected, while digital textbooks help reduce costs.

Northeast Mississippi Community College said its practical nursing students took part in interviews with healthcare professionals to gain real-world experience and job-readiness skills.