Northeastern Technical College

09/10/2026

NETC Chief of Staff Lauren Odom and Grants and Projects Accountant Taneshia Samuel recently attended the SC Department of Administration Budget Advisory Group (BAG) Seminar in Cayce, SC.

The seminar featured sessions relating to 2027 state budget updates and best practices with special sessions featuring updates from the SC Governors office by Melanie Barton, deputy chief of staff and senior advisor for the Office of the SC Governor, and budget updates from SC Comptroller General Brian J. Gaines.

09/10/2026

NETC employees came together for a Salad Bar Luncheon event on the Cheraw campus August 31 as part of Health and Wellness Month at the college.

This year's Health and Wellness Month activities including the healthy resources emails, wellness walk, employee health screenings, and the end of the month luncheon were organized by NETC's Human Resources Department.

09/09/2026

NETC staff, faculty, and students now have another perk to enjoy since the new Optimum water and ice stations were installed across NETC campuses the middle of August.

The college recently tested the new machines through a complimentary trial from Optimum Water Solutions, and the response from employees has been overwhelmingly positive. Following the trial, the water coolers were set up throughout NETC’s campuses for employees and students.

Each touchless station dispenses hot, cold, and room-temperature water, along with up to 45 pounds of bullet-shaped ice each day. The first unit was installed in Ingram Hall at the Cheraw Campus, with additional stations eventually added to all NETC campuses.

09/09/2026

Northeastern Technical College will hold mandatory information sessions on Tuesday, September 15 for students who interested in the Practical Nursing program. The virtual sessions will be held at 9 a.m. and again at 6 p.m. for students who are are preparing to enter the Spring 2027 Practical Nursing cohort.

🕘 9 a.m. Session
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🕕 6 p.m. Session
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09/09/2026

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09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Pictured (from left) are: South Carolina Technical College System President Dr. Tim Hardee, NETC Foundation Chairman Elisabeth McNeil, NETC President Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston and NETC Area Commission Chairman Herbert Gould.

As Northeastern Technical College President Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston continues making her way across the college’s service area, she recently attended a meeting of the Bennettsville Rotary Club at The Skye in Bennettsville.

Frank-Alston shared updates on NETC and spoke about new opportunities for the college, as well as her efforts to connect with local businesses, industries and community stakeholders.

Through these conversations, she is working to better understand the needs of the communities NETC serves and identify ways the college can support workforce development, economic growth and opportunities for students throughout the region.

09/03/2026

The faculty and staff of Northeastern Technical College proudly honor the following students for their outstanding academic achievement during the 2026 summer semester. Full-time students are named to the President’s List in recognition of a grade point average of 4.0.

PRESIDENT’S LIST

BENNETTSVILLE
Venus Covington
Sherry Dupree
Mecheryl Ellison
Derek Pringle

CAYCE
Precious Paulauskas

CHERAW
Zion Baylor
Dyimell Brown
John Campbell
Catey Davis
Braxten English
Sierra Ford
Felicia Gallion
Germany Huffman
James Jordan
Jewel Lane
Jodi O’Neal
Danica Quick
Markieta Welch
Iyonce Wilson
Lakia Woods

CHESTERFIELD
Hunter Bessent
Stacey Brigman
Ivan Chambers
Jaeda Johnson
Brittany Melton
Alaina Perdue-Haupert
Samantha Sedberry
Cloe Smallwood

DARLINGTON
Yolanda Boyd

DILLON
Jessica Kidd

HAMER
Antywan Dunson
Sequan Ford
Niy’asia Singletary

HARTSVILLE
Justin Martin

JEFFERSON
Jessica Brooks

LANCASTER
Diesha Cornelius

LATTA
Gabriel Francisco
Lydia George
Chasity Jackson
Doris Williams

MT. CROGHAN
Amber Mangum
Summer Mangum

NEW CARLISLE
Jamie Buford

PAGELAND
Jeffrey Austin

RUBY
Kristi Bellflower

WALLACE
Jessica Wood

09/03/2026

The faculty and staff of Northeastern Technical College proudly honor the following students for their outstanding academic achievement during the 2026 summer semester.Full-time students placed on the Dean’s List are recognized for earning a grade point average of 3.5.

DEAN’S LIST

BENNETTSVILLE
Lisandra Burgos
London Dudley
Javonna Gregg
Meosha Johnson
Eonna Ward
Tiara Young

CHERAW
Ella Bradshaw
James Chavis
Tatyana Drake
Devontate Moore

CHESTERFIELD
Harry Childs
Jaonce Moses
Cadence Price
Victoria Rivers

CLIO
Lovette Hepburn

DILLON
Bertha Casey
Caylee Gist
Jaliah Pinkney

FLORENCE
Shakeria McCullough

FORK
Johnashia Abram

HARTSVILLE
Donesia Brown
Bryce Newsome

JEFFERSON
Tasha Brandon

LATTA
Mia Williams

LORIS
Valencia Banaduc

MCCOLL
Charleigh Blades
Savannah Watson

PAGELAND
Brittanie Blakeney
Brock Jenkins
Daniel Pittman

PATRICK
Conner Barfield
Maria Dixon

WALLACE
Chastity Moses
Jeylan Sanchez

09/02/2026

NETC President Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston talks on stage with Dillon County Economic Development Director Rodney Berry during the DCP3 luncheon series.

The Bolts, Screws, and Forks Lunch Series, hosted by DCP3, welcomed Dr. Melissa Frank-Alston, president of Northeastern Technical College (NETC), on Thursday at the City of Dillon Visitor Center.

A full house of community, business, education, and industry leaders turned out to hear from Dr. Frank-Alston as she reflected on her first months leading the college, which serves Chesterfield, Marlboro, and Dillon counties.

Guests enjoyed lunch while Dillon County Economic Development Director Rodney Berry led a conversational interview with Dr. Frank-Alston, asking about her transition into the presidency, her vision for NETC, and her journey from Georgia to South Carolina to become the first female president in the college’s history.

Dr. Frank-Alston shared that one of her priorities during her first months has been listening. She has held listening sessions with a wide range of stakeholders, including NETC employees, board members, industry partners, community leaders, and others throughout the college service area. These conversations are helping her learn more about the needs of the communities NETC serves while identifying opportunities for the college to strengthen partnerships and expand its impact.

The discussion also highlighted the important relationship between technical education and economic development. With employers throughout the region depending on a skilled workforce, NETC plays an essential role in preparing students for careers while supporting the continued growth of local industries.

The Bolts, Screws, and Forks Lunch Series provides an opportunity for regional leaders to connect and discuss issues affecting Dillon County and the surrounding area. Thursday’s strong attendance reflected the community’s interest in NETC’s future and in getting to know the college’s new president.

Dr. Frank-Alston expressed her commitment to listening, building relationships, and working collaboratively with communities across NETC’s three-county service area as she begins this new chapter of leadership at the college.