Month: February 2026

The Northeast State’s Center for Leadership, Enrichment, Access and Discovery (LEAD) proudly welcomes renowned jazz artists Will Boyd and Kelle Jolly for a performance Thursday, Feb. 26, at 7:00 p.m., in the Entertainment Technology Sound and Lighting Lab of the Technical Education Complex on the Blountville campus.

by northeastnation February 18, 2026

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Northeast State welcomes jazz artists Will Boyd and Kelle Jolly

The Northeast State Center for Leadership, Enrichment, Access and Discovery (LEAD) proudly welcomes renowned jazz artists Will Boyd and KelleContinue Reading

Northeast State is proud to recognize the students named to the President’s List for academic excellence for the fall 2025 semester. Students named to the President’s List must complete a semester with a minimum 12 hours of college-level credit and post a grade point average of 4.00.

by northeastnation February 11, 2026

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Northeast State President’s List for Fall 2025

Northeast State is proud to recognize the students named to the President’s List for academic excellence for the 2025 fallContinue Reading

Northeast State is proud to announce the students named to the Vice President’s List for academic excellence for the Fall 2025 semester. Students named to the Vice President’s List must complete a semester with a minimum 12 hours of college-level credit and post a grade point average between 3.50 and 3.99.

by northeastnation February 11, 2026

Student Life Student Success

Northeast State Vice President’s List for Fall 2025

Northeast State is proud to announce the students named to the Vice President’s List for academic excellence for the 2025Continue Reading

Prepare to be amazed by the high-energy acrobatic moves of the Zuzu Acrobats when they return to Northeast State Community College for two performances on Tuesday, Feb. 17.

by northeastnation February 10, 2026

Student Life

The Zuzu Acrobats return to Northeast State on Feb. 17

Prepare to be amazed by the high-energy acrobatic moves of the Zuzu Acrobats when they return to Northeast State CommunityContinue 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?