Allison Wilkens of Gibbon receives her diploma from Dr. Mike Boehm and Aggie of the Year award from Dr. Larry Gossen.
2023 Aggie-of-the-Year : Allison Wilkens Thursday, June 15, 2023

By NCTA News

As we prepare to gather with Aggie alums on Saturday, it is fitting to celebrate the NCTA Aggie-of-the-Year, Allison Wilkens of Gibbon. The remainder of this writing combines excerpts from Allison's many nominations for the award.

"In addition to being an excellent student, Allison is active in many organizations and clubs on campus. She has gone above and beyond as a student, making several activities possible that would not have been without her help due to the lack of staffing.

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Aggie Alums making a big impact (from L-R) Taylor Hendrix, NCTA Office Associate; Emily Whipple, Ainsworth Ag Teacher; Randy Vlasin, Hayes Center Ag Teacher.
Aggie Alums Impact Tuesday, June 13, 2023

By Dean Larry Gossen, Ph.D.

Three topics to share this week have a common theme—Aggie alums are making a Big Impact!

New Office Associate

As the Summer Session begins this week, students are greeted by a friendly new face in our welcome center. Taylor Hendrix, a '22 NCTA Agribusiness Management graduate, brings a fresh and authentic perspective as the tour and events coordinator, among other duties. She was raised farming and ranching with her family near Holyoke, Colorado.

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Dean Larry Gossen presented awards to faculty and staff members: (top L-R) Roy Cole, Sandi Wills, Jan Price, and Dr. Doug Smith.
Annual Faculty and Staff Awards Friday, June 9, 2023

By Dean Larry Gossen, Ph.D.

We close each year at NCTA with an event celebrating our faculty and staff members, nominated by their peers.

Excellence in Service Award

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Omaha philanthropists Barbara and Wally Weitz have made a $25 million gift commitment to invest in strategic priorities and leadership at the University of Nebraska at Omaha and redevelop a historic building at the University of Nebraska-NCTA in Curtis.
Student Success and Activity Center Gift Wednesday, June 7, 2023

 

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The newly inducted members of Phi Theta Kappa honor society at the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture at the May 3rd ceremony.
Phi Theta Kappa Induction Wednesday, May 24, 2023

by NCTA News

CURTIS, Neb. – The Alpha Iota Tau Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa inducted thirteen new members at the May ceremony with family and friends in attendance to celebrate their honor.

The academic honorary society recognizes the academic achievements of two-year college students. It provides opportunities for growth and development through honors, leadership, and service.

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Dean Larry Gossen, Ph.D. and Associate Dean Jennifer McConville, Ed.D. celebrate student success and support their goals.
Spring 2023 Dean's Honors Tuesday, May 16, 2023

May 15, 2023

Spring 2023 Dean’s Honors

By Dean Larry Gossen, Ph.D.

Whenever I brag about the students at NCTA, I really mean what I say. We have some great students on campus who recognize the value of their education in preparing them for the workforce. Many will continue their education at a four-year institution, but the foundation they have laid at NCTA makes them a stronger and more prepared student at the next level.

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NCTA Stock Dog Team members Kira Piefer of Etters, PA and Brooke Jensen of Sanborn, MN competed recently at the Heartstrong Classic in Yuma, Colorado.
Stock Dog Team is One-of-a-Kind Thursday, May 11, 2023

By NCTA News with Leighlynn Obermiller, coach

The Stock Dog Team is one of many team opportunities for students at NCTA. It offers students the chance to train herding dogs. Team members practice with their dogs twice weekly on a variety of hoof stock. Veterinary Technology instructor Leighlynn Obermiller coaches the team. An NCTA alumnus herself, Obermiller got her start with stock dogs while attending school to become a licensed veterinary technician.

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The NCTA Aggies of 2023 commencement on May 4, 2023 at the Curtis Memorial Community Center. (Photo by Staci Blomstedt / NCTA News)
The Stellar Class of 2023 Wednesday, May 10, 2023

By NCTA News

CURTIS, Neb. (May 17, 2023) Friends, family, and supporters filled the Curtis Memorial Community Hall with pride and anticipation as the Class of 2023 entered at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, for the NCTA Spring Commencement.

Students hailed from 13 states, including Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Iowa, South Dakota, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas, California, Vermont, Virginia, New Jersey, and Minnesota.

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Celebrate the Class of 2023 at Graduation on May 4th, 2023 at the Curtis Memorial Community Center.
University President Carter to Address Class of 2023 Saturday, April 29, 2023

The Aggie Class of 2023, graduating on May 4 from the University of Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, will gain valuable insight from President William "Ted" Carter Jr. as the keynote commencement speaker.

Dr. Larry Gossen, NCTA dean, invites the public to share this significant milestone in the graduates' lives. "Our Aggie students cherish the community of Curtis as a big part of their NCTA experience. We are honored to hear from President Carter, Regent Kathy Wilmont, and Vice President Mike Boehm."

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NCTA students who competed in the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Conference in Modesto, CA. (L-R) Ben Ochs, Jetmore, KS; Taylor Wilson, Hastings, NE; Emma Harms, Sterling, NE; Heidi Wilkerson, Mauriceville, TX; Dani Layland, Elk River, MN; Jozlyn Anderson, Plainview, NE; Haley Robb, Doniphan, NE; Codi LaBorde, Milliken, CO; Gavin Tremblay, Hoxie, KS; Nolan Buss, Stockton, KS; and Garrett Thielen, Dorrance, KS.
California Dreamin' at NACTA Tuesday, April 25, 2023

By NCTA News

Last year, NCTA hosted the North America Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture, bringing students from far and wide to our region. This year, it was our turn to venture far away to Modesto Junior College in California to compete and learn at the NACTA Judging Conference.

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