North Country News
Owen McRae represents NCCC as Carnival Prince
Thursday, February 6th, 2025
As the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival kicks into high gear this weekend, the college is excited to once again have one of its students among this year's royalty. Owen McRae, a Radiologic Technology student from Syracuse, was selected to represent North Country as this year's Winter Carnival Prince.
College sponsors Ice Palace Accessibility Day
Monday, February 3rd, 2025
The college is excited to sponsor the 2025 Saranac Lake Winter Carnival Ice Palace Accessibility Day. This event will provide opportunities for anyone with a mobility, mental health, physical health or chronic illness challenge, and older adults, to see the symbol of carnival, the Ice Palace.
Fall 2024 Honors Students Announced
Friday, January 31st, 2025
North Country Community College has named its President’s List and Vice President’s List honors students for the Fall 2024 semester. The President’s List recognizes those students who have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or better. Students whose grade point average is between 3.25 and 3.49 are recognized by inclusion on the Vice President for Academic Affairs Honors List.
Wilderness Rec Students Complete Winter Practicum
Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025
Students in the college's Wilderness Recreation Leadership program recently completed their winter practicum in the Adirondacks. The group spent nine days in the Eastern High Peaks, backpacking and learning to navigate and work as a team in colder weather.
NCCC to host Welcoming and Belonging Micro-credential
Thursday, January 16th, 2025
The Adirondack North Country Association (ANCA) and Adirondack Diversity Initiative (ADI) have announced the launch of a new, fully virtual micro-credential course for North Country businesses and nonprofits committed to making their businesses and workplaces more welcoming and inclusive for diverse staff and clientele. The online Welcoming and Belonging Micro-credential will be offered through North Country Community College (NCCC) starting later this month.