12-05-2025
Northeast Texas Community College welcomes new president, Dr. Kevin Rose
MOUNT PLEASANT, Texas (KETK) — Northeast Texas Community College has announced the sole finalist for their new President.
Dr. Neal Weaver becomes 11th president of Stephen F. Austin University
The community college's board of trustees unanimously selected Dr. Kevin Rose their new president on May 6.
'Dr. Rose has a thorough understanding of the critical role that NTCC plays in providing high quality and affordable educational opportunities to all residents of Northeast Texas,' Chairman of the NTCC Board of Trustees Robin Sharp said. 'Throughout his career, he has consistently demonstrated his commitment to inspiring student learning and success. The Board of Trustees is confident that Dr. Rose possesses the vision, leadership qualities, and expertise to lead NTCC into the future.
Rose will take over for Dr. Ron Clinton who has been the college's current president since 2017. Dr. Clinton plans to retire in June.
'I am honored and deeply grateful for the trust and confidence the Board of Trustees has placed in me. I am committed to working each and every day to lead NTCC in a way that upholds and enhances the college's strong reputation for student success,' Dr. Rose said.
Dr. Rose has a master's degree in computer science and a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Stephen F. Austin State University. He has over 25 years of experience in education. Currently, he serves as the senior vice president for Student Success at Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC), overseeing instruction, student services, information technology and outreach programs.
'I look forward to working with the Board of Trustees as well as our dedicated faculty, staff, and administration as we transform lives—those of our students and their families, our business and industry through workforce development, and our communities as a whole,' Dr. Rose said.
Rose will be officially appointed following a 21-day legal notice period.
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