May 31, 2024 | Stay Connected, Stay Informed | |
NETC Marlboro County Campus Navigation Coordinator Sheryll Marshall received in May pins for 10, 20, 30, and 40 years of service. | |
'My college gave a lot to me,
I have given to this college'
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Marshall recognized for more than four decades working at NETC | |
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What Northeastern Technical College gave Sheryll Marshall; she returned it in kind for forty-seven years.
Marshall is the face of the Marlboro County Campus in Bennettsville serving as a Navigation Coordinator directing students on how to enroll, apply for financial aid, to being a soundboard.
“If you want to go to school, or return to school, let me help you. Education is a vehicle that can open doors for you,” Marshall said.
Marshall was recognized by NETC for her decades of service. Her understanding of how a technical college operates has made her a human information center, she joked.
“I’ve had people come up to me while I’m shopping asking questions about how to enroll classes. I’ve even had parents, who I helped when they were young, direct their children to come see me,” Marshall said. “My purpose and mission are do what I can and do to help anybody.”
Marshall began her career May 7, 1977, at then-named Chesterfield-Marlboro Technical College shortly after attending as a student in 1975.
“When my father was laid off at Wallace Trucking Company, that changed my financial aid status,” she said.
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The Ruby native inadvertently began her career at the technical college as a work-study to help pay for her tuition, which turned into the launchpad for a career spanning more than four decades.
“About three or four financial department directors later, I became director,” she said. “I started out as a clerk and eventually I was the one with an assistant.”
While working at Chesterfield-Marlboro Technical College, Marshall earned two associate degrees and continued to Coker College (now a university) earning a bachelor’s degree.
A co-worker and Marshall eventually traded free weekends for studies earning a master’s degree from Webster University.
“I appreciate what college has done in my life and my children’s life,” Marshall said. “My college gave a lot to me and in turn I have given to this college.”
In Marlboro County, Marshall is watching her workspace in a constant state of change as the renovation project marches on adding shop, laboratory, and classroom space preparing for a major curriculum expansion when completed.
“People need to take advantage of what a technical college offers,” she said. “You can learn faster, make more money, and half little or no debt compared to people go to four-year schools.”
Marshall will help direct you to your future.
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Need a lift?
PDRTA offers public transportation routes Cheraw, Dillon,
and Marlboro County. Buses routinely stop at NETC Cheraw Campus.
Find your Route!
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NETC Nursing students (top), Lavonia Stacks, Maniya Tyson, (bottom) Chelsey Haire, and Alysha Wilkes received the Betty Matheson Memorial Scholarship. | |
Four NETC nursing students receive Betty Matheson Memorial Scholarship | |
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Four Northeastern Technical College nursing students received the Betty Matheson Memorial Scholarship.
Nursing students throughout the college’s attendance area receiving scholarships are Chelsey Haire, of Bennettsville; Lavonia Stacks, of Cheraw; Maniya Tyson, of Pageland; and Jalysha Wilkes, of Bennettsville.
Stacks and Tyson are attending NETC in the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program and Haire and Wilkes are in the Associate of Degree for Nursing working to become registered nurses.
Their paths come from the four corners of NETC’s service area and reasons entering the nursing field come from encouraging friends and tragedy.
In 2021, Haire’s father was shot multiple times and succumbed to his injury. In the chaos and turmoil, the guiding support
came from hospital nursing staff.
“The nurses were so kind and compassionate to me, and I want to be able to give that same compassion to others,” Haire, 29, said.
After completing perquisites, Haire entered NETC’s LPN program in August 2023 and is on track to graduate in May 2025.
“Nursing school is difficult,” Haire said. “You’re having to juggle family life at the same time, and it can be a lot, but it will be worth it for sure.”
Just going to class does not cut it at NETC, Haire said.
“You have to study and to be ready to sit and listen all day, have an open mind, and study some more,” she said.
Tyson, 23, transitioned from 911 dispatcher to the medical field.
“I love what I did at work,” Tyson said. “I enjoy helping people, but I didn’t think I was doing enough. I wanted to be on the other end helping others.”
As a student, parent, and employee, Tyson racks up the miles juggling at three.
“I drive to Cheraw every day and work in Florence,” Tyson said. “It can be rough at times, but this is something I want to do and push myself. When we have breaks, I do take advantage of them.”
After putting two children through school and into college and a young teen at home, Stacks, 43, begins her journey into higher education.
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“I always wanted to become a nurse,” she said. “I have a friend who decided to go back to school and become a registered nurse. She inspired me to go for it and I appreciate her pushing me to do it.”
To prepare for the workload and time dedicated to her studies, she left a leadership position at work freeing up more time as well as a pay cut – Tyson is all in.
“I don’t regret it,” Tyson said. “We can do anything We can do anything we want to do when we focus.”
Wilkes, 21, is completing a family circle. Her mother dropped out of CNA classes to give birth and raise her and her brother and later returned to become a phlebotomist.
“I decided to finish out her dream,” Wilkes credits her mother for her encouragement and being the backbone while she focuses on school. “She would tell me stories about working in a nursing home about residents who were there – I think that gave me an extra push.”
Scheduled for graduating in May 2025, Wilkes has her eye on becoming a traveling nurse.
“I always wanted to travel and doing so with nursing, I can help those in need anywhere,” she said.
The Betty Matheson Memorial Scholarship was created by friends and family in memory of Betty Matheson, who had a great appreciation for the nursing profession and supported nursing education.
Matheson worked for years at Northeastern Technical College as a Psychology instructor and passed away from Alzheimer's Disease in 2015.
Individuals who would like to honor the legacy of Betty Matheson and continue to support her passion for education in the community can mail donations to the "Betty Matheson Memorial Scholarship Fund," Northeastern Technical College Foundation, 1201 Chesterfield Highway Cheraw, SC 29520.
Individuals or corporations interested in donating or creating a new scholarship can contact the NETC Office of Institutional Advancement at 843-921-6916.
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To learn more about NETC's CNA/Phlebotomy Program, click the badge. | |
To learn more about NETC's LPN Program, click the badge. | |
To learn more about NETC's CNA/Phlebotomy Program, click the badge. | |
NETC Foundation offers tax deductible custom scholarships | |
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Giving the gift of education can be tax-deductible; creating a scholarship in the name of a loved one is priceless.
Northeastern Technical College Foundation offers individuals, businesses, and organizations, can create and contribute to their own customized scholarship for one-time or reoccurring.
The NETC Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with its mission since 1979 supporting Northeastern Technical College students and school projects; donations are tax-deductible.
By supporting the NETC Foundation, donors become a catalyst for positive change, creating opportunities for students that extend far beyond the classroom.
In lieu of individual scholarships, donations can be made to the NETC Foundations four major funds:
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Uplift Fund: Donations directly impact students by providing scholarships and emergency relief removing unnecessary barriers to their education.
Jumpstart Fund: Donations become a part of innovation and progress by supporting the expansion and initiation of new programs.
Legacy Fund: Leave a lasting mark designating funds for scholarships, equipment, or specific projects to honor an individual, family, or business/industry.
NETC Trailblazer Athletics: Support the NETC E-Sports, Golf, and Cross-Country Program. Contributions foster a culture of teamwork, discipline, and excellence, enriching the college experience for student-athletes.
For more information visit www.netc.edu or contact us directly at 843.910.6916 or 843.921.6902.
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NETC Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing student scholarships and assists in capital, emergency and equipment expenses. | | | |
Sinkhole closes a Hwy 9 exit at Cheraw Campus | |
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Due to a sinkhole that developed April 18 at the NETC Cheraw Campus exit point facing Hwy 9, it has been closed to thru traffic.
There is one entry and exit point facing Hwy 9.
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Traffic may also utilize the entry and exit facing Tec Road.
College Administration and the Maintenance Department are working diligently to address this issue.
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CHERAW CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION MAP | |
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Construction will create changes to entries,
walkways and parking on the Cheraw Campus.
The Northeastern Technical College quad is accessible from all buildings. Demolition fencing has been removed and parking is available. This will remain in effect until construction begins.
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Chesterfield County
Bookmobile Schedule
June 4 Town of Patrick 11 a.m. to Noon
June 6 Teals Mill Dollar General 11 a.m. to Noon
June 11 Town of Ruby 11 a.m. to Noon
June 12 NETC 9:30 to 10 a.m.
Council on Aging 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
June 13 McLeod Farms 11 a.m. to Noon
June 18 Town of Patrick 11 a.m. to Noon
June 20 Teals Mill Dollar General 11 a.m. To Noon
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NETC Esports Camp returns for middle, high school students | |
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It’s not every day a middle school student can walk on a college campus to fight against a pantheon of gods.
Northeastern Technical College Athletic Department can arrange this ethereal combat through its Summer Esports Camp open to both middle and high school students.
From 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 8-10, NETC Esports hosts middle school students where they are introduced to competitive gaming with strategy sessions for individual along with teamwork skills while playing a variety of games such as the Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros., Fortnite, NBA2K, Madden, Overwatch 2, Counter-Strike, Valorant, and more.
High school students follow up July 15-17 diving into more advanced gaming strategies, said NETC Athletic Director and Esports Head Coach Tyler Nolan.
Spaces limited to 16 participants on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registration is $150, which includes lunch throughout camp.
“Between gaming sessions, students are tasked with researching and reporting on various topics about the video game industry, skills and education needed to enter various fields, and jobs available,” said Nolan, whose gaming background includes being a member of pro team FaZe Clan earning a spot through a national competition and maintaining streaming content.
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“The video game industry generates about $100 billion annually in America outperforming Hollywood with opportunity to be a part of it from game developers to reporting,” he said.
High school students who enjoy competition gaming, can transition into the intramural program open all full-time, part-time, and dual enrollment NETC students, Nolan said.
However, to be an official Trailblazer team member, students must be full time with at least 12 semester hours and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0, according to National Junior College Athletic Association rules, in which NETC participates under.
Competitive gaming generates more than billion dollars annually in the United States with professional teams franchising into larger areas, Nolan said.
Outside of playing a video game competitively, career paths in esports are like physical sports – video NETC’s set-up for student gamers consists of 20 Alienware machines with monitors in a dedicated space in the John C. West Building.
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Interested in NETC Esports? Click HERE or the logo to access the interested form. | |
Watch NETC Esports on Twitch HERE or click the logo. | |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Northeastern Technical College provides affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
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NORTHEASTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
1201 Chesterfield Highway Cheraw, SC 29520
www.netc.edu (843) 921-6900
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