Month: November 2016

by northeastnation November 18, 2016

Reception recognizes 2016-17 Student Scholars

Northeast State recognized the 2016-17 Student Scholars at the annual Scholars Reception held Nov. 17 at MeadowView Convention and ConferenceContinue Reading

by northeastnation November 17, 2016

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Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver perform Dec. 3 at WRCPA

Northeast State Community College welcomes musical legend and 2016 Grammy nominee Doyle Lawson with his band Quicksilver to campus forContinue Reading

by northeastnation November 10, 2016

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She Kills Monsters now playing at Northeast State

She Kills Monster is now playing at the WRCPA Theater. Tickets, 354.5169.

by northeastnation November 4, 2016

Northeast News

She Kills Monsters opens Nov. 10 at Northeast State

The Northeast State Department of Theater proudly presents the modern play She Kills Monsters opening Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m.,Continue Reading

Building Futures: Apprenticeships That Work - The Sound Bearier

What does an apprenticeship look like in 2026, and why are more students and employers turning to them as a pathway to success? On this episode of The Sound Bearier, co-hosts Thomas Wilson and Mackenzie Moore-Gent sit down with Northeast State Community College Vice President of Economic and Workforce Development Holly Free-Ollard and Director of Apprenticeships Dawn Carter to explore how apprenticeships are changing lives across the region. From hands-on training and paid work experience to partnerships with local industries, the conversation dives into how Northeast State is helping students gain real-world skills while meeting workforce needs throughout the Tri-Cities. Whether you're a student exploring career options or an employer looking to invest in the future workforce, this episode highlights the impact and opportunity behind apprenticeship programs at Northeast State. #NortheastState #TheSoundBearier #Apprenticeships #WorkforceDevelopment #HereToGetYouThere #WereJustGettingStarted Chapters (00:00:08) - Sound Bearier(00:00:57) - The Office of Apprenticeships at Northeast State Community College(00:05:55) - What is the Knoxville Regional Apprenticeship Program?(00:07:46) - Employment and Training: How do we help our workers?(00:09:28) - What kind of training does an apprentice get?(00:11:32) - What are employers telling you that they need in the future or what(00:15:56) - Are these credits transferable if they do want to eventually pursue an(00:19:53) - What is the Apprenticeship Program at Northeast State University?(00:22:29) - National Apprenticeship Week Celebration(00:24:58) - What types of gaps are employers seeking to fill with their apprenticeships(00:29:23) - What are the opportunities for apprenticeships in healthcare?(00:36:08) - Do Advanced Manufacturing Partners Need an Apprenticeship Program?