January 17, 2025 | Stay Connected, Stay Informed | |
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Welcome Back to Northeastern Technical College! It's a new year, a new semester... and there are always new opportunities!
As we kick off the spring semester, we extend a warm welcome back to all our returning students and a BIG “hello” to the new students joining the Trailblazer community!
We are so excited to have you here! This semester is your chance to learn new things, grow, and create amazing opportunities for yourself. By being here, you are making a choice to change your life for the better. You are a trailblazer, leading the way to a bright and successful future!
To ensure you start the semester on the best footing, remember to complete the syllabus quiz for each of your classes no later than Sunday, January 19, 2025. This is super important! If you don’t finish it by the deadline, you may be removed from your class.
If you have any changes to your schedule or need additional help with financial aid, please reach out to NETC's Enrollment Center or any of our community campuses. Our team is ready to support you with anything you need.
Get ready for an exciting and successful semester. We can’t wait to see all the great things you’ll do at Northeastern Technical College!
Go Trailblazers!
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NETC Named Top 15 by University HQ | NETC is proud to announce its recognition as one of the Top 15 Associate Degree Colleges in South Carolina by University Headquarters (University HQ), an online educational resource for students seeking higher education opportunities. | |
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University HQ’s annual rankings evaluate colleges and universities based on key performance indicators, including academic quality, affordability, student satisfaction, and graduate outcomes. This recognition highlights NETC’s unwavering commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education that empowers students to succeed in their chosen careers.
This recognition by University HQ validates NETC’s role as a leader in providing affordable, high-quality education in Chesterfield, Marlboro, and Dillon counties.
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Blaze in the Moonlight: Welcome Week Paint Party Highlights NETC Mascot | |
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NETC took this year's Spring Welcome Week to the next level with a splash of color and creativity! Students, faculty, and staff met at the Cheraw Campus Student Union this past Tuesday for a fun Paint Party as part of the week's activities.
The Paint Party was led by Human Resource Specialist Rachel Chapman, who guided everyone step-by-step in painting NETC's mascot, Blaze the wolf. The painting showed Blaze sitting peacefully in the moonlight on a snowy night. With brushes in hand and paint on their aprons, participants let their imaginations run wild!
Everyone had fun adding their own special touches to Blaze's snowy scene, and no two paintings were the same, which made it so much fun!
Blaze would be proud!
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Pizza, Pizza! Welcome Week Social | |
NETC's Student Engagement held a Pizza Social this Wednesday on all campuses to welcome students back to a new semester. NETC Mascot Blaze was on the scene at the Cheraw Campus for photo ops and fun! | |
NETC Presents: Removing Barriers to Correctional Education: Empowering Inmates Through Technical Education | |
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Northeastern Technical College (NETC) proudly presented on the topic, “Removing Barriers to Correctional Education: Empowering Inmates Through Technical Education,” as part of the Office of Correctional Education Professional Learning Series. This series was hosted in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Career, Technical, and Adult Education.
NETC President Dr. Kyle Wagner, Dean of Students Danielle Pace, and Evans Correctional Institution Program Reentry Specialist Natasha Sprattling led the presentation. They highlighted NETC’s impactful programs at Evans Correctional Institution in Bennettsville, SC, and the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Bennettsville.
Key topics covered included the benefits of technical education for incarcerated individuals, NETC’s innovative Stackable Credential Model, program successes and challenges, and future opportunities for expanding correctional education both locally and nationwide.
The presentation emphasized how technical education equips inmates with valuable skills, increases employment opportunities upon release, and contributes to reduced recidivism rates. NETC’s Stackable Credential Model allows participants to earn industry-recognized credentials that build toward higher qualifications, fostering a pathway to long-term success.
NETC remains committed to expanding access to quality education for all individuals and looks forward to further collaboration with correctional institutions and educational partners.
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Inclement Weather Policy Reminder | |
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As a reminder, NETC campuses follow the hazardous weather delays/closings of the county where their office is located unless the System/College President authorizes evacuation/closure of a facility in the interest of personal safety.
Information regarding county delays/closings are posted to the SCEMD website as soon as announcements are made. The college will also send notifications in the incidence of a closing or delay, so please ensure that you are signed up for the College’s emergency notification system, Regroup. To sign up, visit www.netc.edu and scroll to the bottom right of the home page.
If your campus location is not officially closed by the county, employees who feel unsafe reporting should contact their supervisor. It is the responsibility of supervisors to ensure services provided by your department are still provided.
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Bookings Available for Massage Clinics | |
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The NETC Massage Therapy program is looking to schedule clients for upcoming massage clinics being held at the Cheraw Campus (Room 542) and at Palmetto Wellness and Injury Center (PWIC) located in Cheraw.
Students in the massage therapy program are required to complete 75 massages each as part of the clinical segment for program completion and future certification.
On-Campus sessions will be offered Thursdays, at no cost to employees, though tipping is allowed. These 90-minute, full body massages, will be limited and available by appointment only. Anyone who is interested is encouraged to sign up while there is still availability by emailing instructor Janet Copelle directly at jcopelle@netc.edu or by calling 843-921-6944.
Clinic dates are: January 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3, 10, 24; and May 1.
Students are also going to be providing massages at the Palmetto Wellness and Injury Center located at 212 3rd Street in Cheraw on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 8 am - 2 pm. 60 minute massages will be $35 and 90 minute massages will be $55. Please call PWIC directly to schedule at 843-537-2421.
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| January 20 | MLK Holiday - College Closed | | January 23 | NETC In-Service
8 am | Cheraw Campus | | January 27 | Blood Drive
10 am - 3 pm | Cheraw Campus | | January 28 | SC Works Career Coach
9 am - 2 pm | Pageland Campus | | February 7 | Go Red Day (Wear Red)
Group Pic @ 1 pm | Cheraw Campus | | |
BECOME A NETC TRAILBLAZER! | | |
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Watch NETC Esports on Twitch HERE or click the logo. | |
SHOP NETC MERCH & APPAREL | |
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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CHERAW CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION MAP | |
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Construction will create changes to entries,
walkways and parking on the Cheraw Campus.
Access into the college campus is being restricted to entry through the 200 Building (Hampton Hall) for ALL STUDENTS, and 100 Building (Ingram Hall) for all Employees and Visitors. The Northeastern Technical College quad is accessible from all buildings.
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ID Badges: All employees and students are required to wear their college ID badges at all times while on campus. This helps us quickly identify members of our campus community and maintain a secure environment. If you do not have an ID badge, you can obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (AND you get a snazzy Trailblazer Lanyard or Retractable Badge Holder!!)
Parking Decals: Every employee and student must have a valid parking decal displayed on their vehicle. This is essential for campus security and parking management. If you do not have a Parking Decal you should obtain one from the Enrollment Center this week M-Th from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. You will need your license plate number to get your parking decal.
3. Visitor Check-In: All visitors to campus must check in at the main office located in the 100 building. At community campuses, visitors should see the campus coordinator. Visitors will be required to show a photo ID, and sign in, to obtain a visitor’s pass. Please remind any guests or visitors of this procedure to ensure a smooth check-in process.
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Employee Parking: All employees are required to park in the designated parking lot near the 100 building. The only exception to this rule is for employees with an accommodation on file.
Student Parking: All students must park in the designated 200 building parking lot. This helps manage traffic flow and ensures that parking is available for both students and staff in the appropriate areas. The only exception to this rule is for students with an accommodation on file.
If an employee or student does not have their College ID, a visitor's pass will be issued for the day. However, only two visitor passes will be issued per semester, after reaching the limit, there will be a $5 charge for each visitor's pass.
Your cooperation with these policies is crucial to keeping our campus secure and orderly. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don’t hesitate to reach out to campus security or HR.
Thank you for your attention to these important measures and for your continued commitment to making Northeastern Technical College a safe place for everyone.
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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.
Find Your Career Here!
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NORTHEASTERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
1201 Chesterfield Highway Cheraw, SC 29520
www.netc.edu (843) 921-6900
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