Teaching and Learning Framework: Evaluating and Improving Student Learning

This is part of an ongoing series about RCC’s new Teaching and Learning Framework. As we wrap up our series on the Teaching and Learning Framework, we’re shining a light on Evaluating and Improving Student Learning — a crucial area for creating impactful teaching and learning experiences. What does it mean to evaluate and improve student learning? This area focuses on creating a cycle of...

May Closure Dates

RCC will be closed to the public on May 9, 2025, for Spring Inservice. Southern Oregon University (SOU) is not closed on May 9, 2025, so the RCC/SOU Higher Education Center (HEC) in downtown Medford will be open with SOU staff. RCC will also be closed on May 26, 2025, in observance of Memorial Day. Below are links to different closure files you might find...

Web Content Refresh: We’ve Started the Move from Internet to Intranet

We wanted to share a quick update on a project we teased about in the last couple of Rogue Reports and then kicked off last week: reviewing and reorganizing pages on the RCC website to make sure the right information is in the right place—for the right audience. As you may remember, we’re working to move internal-facing content off the public website and onto platforms...

Oregon Institute for Leadership Development (OILD) 2025: Nominations Needed

The American Association for Women in Community Colleges – RCC Chapter (AAWCC-RCC) and the RCC President’s Office invite nominations for the Oregon Institute for Leadership Development (OILD). This year’s OILD will take place July 14–17 at the Big K Guest Ranch in Elkton, Oregon and is coordinated by the AAWCC Oregon Chapter. The President’s Office will nominate up to two RCC employees to participate in...

RCC Website Redesign: A Student-Focused Approach

As we embark on an exciting redesign of the Rogue Community College website, our primary goal is to create a student-centered experience that better serves prospective and current students. To achieve this, the Marketing & Communications Department will be working with other college departments to review web content and ensure that our public website is focused on student needs. While our primary focus is on...

Important Reminders for End of Fiscal Year 2024-25

The end of the 2024-25 fiscal year (July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025) is just around the corner. The Business Office and Contract and Procurement Office need your help to ensure a smooth closeout. Key Action Items: Planning Ahead: Fiscal Year 2025–26 (July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026) Reminder: Reimbursements can only be processed in the fiscal year in which they occur. This includes travel per diems,...

Acoustics Testing Schedule

On Tuesday, April 22, the Facilities Department will conduct acoustics testing across all three RCC campuses. An acoustician will visit testing centers and select office spaces to assess sound levels. The testing will involve brief periods of loud noise (approximately a few minutes each). Employees and students are advised to avoid the affected areas and surrounding spaces during the scheduled testing times. Tentative Acoustics Testing...

Due Wedensday: Nominations Open for 2024-25 Faculty Recognition Awards

The RCC Faculty Senate is now accepting nominations from the college community—including staff, students, faculty and administrators—for the 2024–25 Faculty Senate Recognition of Excellence Awards. These awards honor the contributions of adjunct, professional and full-time faculty members to students, the institution, peers and the broader community. For the 2024–25 academic year, four faculty members will be selected for recognition. Nominators do not need to select...

Upcoming Mandatory Upgrade: Transitioning from Windows 10 to Windows 11

As technology evolves, so must our systems. Windows 10 is approaching its end of life and, to keep RCC secure, the IT department will upgrade all staff and faculty computers to Windows 11 by November 2025. RCC IT will begin phased upgrades in the second quarter of 2025. There’s no need to request this update—our IT team will handle it for you. This upgrade is...