FMPC Conserving Energy

Facilities Management Planning & Construction (FMPC) is actively involved in the Strategic Energy Management (SEM) program coordinated through the Energy Trust of Oregon and partnered with local utilities such as Pacific Power & Avista. The aim is to lower energy use and cuts utility costs through continuous low-cost operation improvements and staff engagement. FMPC has been doing their part over the years by updating fluorescent...

Emergency Drills Scheduled for the Week of October 12

Risk Management, in coordination with Facilities Management, Planning, & Construction (FMPC) and the Incident Management Team (IMT), will conduct emergency drills at all RCC campuses during the week of October 12. These drills are part of RCC’s ongoing emergency preparedness efforts and are intended to help employees and students become familiar with the College’s emergency notification systems and appropriate actions during an emergency. Depending on...

Could Your Idea Be the Next Microgrant Project?

Sometimes the best ideas come from simply noticing something that could work better. Maybe you’ve found yourself saying, “There has to be a better way to do this,” or you’ve seen an opportunity to try something new for our students, employees, or community. That observation could be the beginning of a Microgrant proposal. RCC’s Innovation Microgrant Program provides up to $10,000 in one-time funding to...

Local Hollywood Photography Legend Comes to RCC!

Mr. Dale Robinette made his living for decades as a photographer. He’s shot close to 200 films and TV assignments for Hollywood Studios. Some of which earned Academy Awards and grossed a billion dollars. Dale’s editorial images and promotion pieces have been published worldwide. Additionally, Dale has 100 credits as an actor on stage and in film. Dale has been a guest photography speaker at...

If You Are Using a College Space, It Needs to Be in 25Live

If you are holding a class, meeting, orientation, event, training or other activity in a college space, please make sure it is accurately reflected in 25Live. This applies even if the space is department-use only. This is important. If an activity is not in 25Live, college systems and staff may have no way of knowing that the space is scheduled to be occupied. Campus Security...

Campus Security Dispatch: One Number, One Point of Contact

RCC has established Campus Security Dispatch to provide a single, consistentpoint of contact for Campus Security across the College. Campus Security Dispatch: 541-218-2930 Rather than trying to determine which officer is working, where an officer is located, or which campus number to call, employees and students can now use one number. Dispatch receives the call, gathers the necessary information, and coordinates the appropriate Campus Security...

IPM Application of Herbicides on Designated Flower Beds

There will be herbicide treatments on designated flower beds at the Redwood and Table Rock campuses through Dec. 31, 2026. The grounds crew will perform the following herbicide treatment as needed Thursday through Sunday (weather permitting) between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Area: Designated flower beds. The grounds crew will be marking out the areas with approved warning signs. Problem: Weeds compete with desired plants...

RCC and Oregon Tech Partner to Bring Bachelor’s Degree Opportunity to Rogue

A significant milestone in higher education and workforce development took place recently at RCC’s Table Rock Campus, where leaders from Rogue Community College (Dr. Randy Weber, RCC President) and Oregon Tech (Dr. Nagi G. Naganathan, OT President) gathered to officially sign a new transfer partnership agreement expanding bachelor’s degree opportunities for Southern Oregon students. The signing ceremony highlighted the strong collaboration between RCC and Oregon...

There’s a lot to celebrate in RCC’s TRIO Programs!

RCC’s TRIO Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) and Educational Talent Search (ETS) programs have been funded for another five years, with a collective award of just shy of $4.5 million to continue supporting students across Southern Oregon. Our teams are off to a strong start and on track for a successful grant year, serving more students than ever before! FAFSA Season Is Here!The 2027–28 FAFSA is...