this is a photo of two legendary men in NHCC's history. Smiling next to each other are, former and longest serving NHCC President, Dr. John Helling on the left, next to Eldon Tessman, devoted community member and NHCC Foundation establisher in 2019 at an on-campus event. This is one of the final photos taken of them together.

Honoring a Legacy, Inspiring the Future

Dr. John Helling and Eldon Tessman were visionaries. Dr. Helling, NHCC’s longest-serving president, helped found and physically build much of our campus. Eldon, a devoted community member, recognized...
this is a photo of a graphic design classroom in NHCC's Fine Arts Center. Students are working at the iMac desktop computer stations, sitting in comfortable chairs, the teacher is pointing at a graphic on the screen at the front of the room, the wall is bright, dark blue and the vinyl floor is updated.

Designing Futures at NHCC

The reimagined Graphic Design classroom is designed not only for teaching but for inspiring. Bright new floors and a signature NHCC blue accent wall welcome students into a space that radiates energy...
students on laptops in the writing center

Campus-Wide Writing Center Events

This fall, the  Writing Center is excited to host a variety of events that all students are welcome to attend. The workshops are organized by Steven Ahola. Please reach out to him if you have any...
this is a headshot photo of NHCC President, Rolando Garcia standing in the hallway of the ES Building.

First-Generation Students: Our Community’s Future

At NHCC, over 50% of our students are the first in their families to attend college. These students bring courage, determination, and new perspectives into our classrooms as they step into unknown...
Illustration in silhouette of a small town set on a hill against a blue sky.

ACTING AUDITIONS | NHCC Dept. of Theatre FA25

ACTING AUDITIONS | Dept. of Theatre FA25 OUR TOWN a play by Thornton Wilder COMPLETE audition information webpage You are invited to audition; we're looking for your talents! AUDITION DATES: TUESDAY...
this is a photo of a cup of vanilla ice cream with rainbow sprinkles and a spoon sitting on a picnic table.

Gerry Huerth Diversity Center Open House

Join us for an Open House in NHCC's Gerry Huerth Diversity Center! Gerry Huerth Ice Cream Social Event Schedule Wednesday, August 27, 2025 from 1:30pm-4:00pm. Located in the Gerry Huerth Diversity...
This is a photo of four colorful bingo sheets on top of each other with various red circular chips lined up on the bingo cards.

Student Life Presents "Resources BINGO"

During the first week of classes, there's a lot to learn and NHCC's Student Life department wants to help fill you in! Stop by to play "Resources BINGO" and discover the many different offices and...