NCTC Graham Campus Recognized with All-Star College of the Year Award Nomination

The North Central Texas College (NCTC) Graham campus was honored with a Certificate of Nomination recognizing its selection as a nominee for the 2025 All-Star College of the Year Award.

According to Workforce Solutions North Texas, the nomination recognizes NCTC's dedication and commitment to strengthening the North Texas workforce system and local communities by identifying, creating, and supporting workforce training programs that address business needs. The award highlights NCTC's focus on closing skills gaps and implementing innovative approaches that help keep North Texas economically competitive.

Tracy Barrett of Workforce Solutions North Texas said, "Workforce Solutions North Texas is proud of our partnership with the North Central Texas College campuses located in Graham and Bowie. Throughout 2025, we collaborated on job fairs, career workshops, student funding opportunities, and the communication of resources designed to support student success. Our work with NCTC has been seamless and productive in helping build a stronger community."

NCTC Graham Campus Director Charise Bewley stated, "The partnership with Workforce Solutions is vital in a small town like Graham. It helps drive local economic growth by aligning education with in-demand jobs, providing tuition assistance through both Workforce Solutions and NCTC, and enabling local businesses to upskill employees and remain competitive. Together, we can customize training for employers, support business retention, remove financial barriers, create stackable credential pathways, and provide support services to individuals. By working together locally, we help keep talent in our community, further increasing economic growth and reducing unemployment in Graham and the surrounding area. We are truly honored to receive this recognition."