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Honoring 50 Years of Teaching and Sending Our Best to a Beloved Colleague

Rogue Community College has been home to many dedicated educators — and few have made an impact like longtime humanities instructor Lutz Kramer. For over 50 years, Lutz has inspired RCC students and colleagues alike with his curiosity, humor and passion for learning. Now, as Lutz faces some serious health challenges, friends and colleagues in the Rogue Gateway Rotary Club wanted to do something special to show how much he means...

September 8, 2025September 10, 2025 Division, Department or Program News In the News RCC Foundation

2025 Alum of the Year: Zackary Salem-Bango

Rogue Community College (RCC) and the RCC Foundation have named Zackary Salem-Bango, MD, a 2015 RCC graduate, the 2025 Alum of the Year. Salem-Bango, a former Peace Corps volunteer now working as a resident physician in Seattle, was selected for his professional accomplishments and dedication to service, mentorship and the community where his journey began. He will be formally recognized at the President’s Circle dinner...

September 7, 2025September 10, 2025 Division, Department or Program News In the News RCC Foundation

RCC Foundation Names Steve Roe Citizen of the Year

The Rogue Community College Foundation is proud to announce Steve Roe, general manager of Roe Motors in Grants Pass, as the 2025 Citizen of the Year. Roe will be honored at the President’s Circle later this month for his unwavering commitment to the community and steadfast support of RCC’s mission to transform lives through education. A longtime Grants Pass resident, Roe exemplifies the spirit of...

Running for Oregon Community College Students, President Cook's route

July 3, 2025July 7, 2025 Division, Department or Program News RCC Foundation Rogue Report

July 10: Celebrate CCC President’s Arrival at Redwood Campus

The RCC Foundation invites all employees and students to join in a powerful moment of unity and support for our students and the greater community college system. On Thursday, July 10, President Tim Cook of Clackamas Community College will arrive at RCC’s Redwood Campus Rogue Bowl at 9 a.m. as part of his Run for Oregon Community College Students (ROCCS) campaign—a 1,500-mile, 50-day journey to...

October 11, 2024October 11, 2024 In the News RCC Foundation

RCC Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director

GRANTS PASS, Ore. (Oct. 11, 2024) – Rogue Community College (RCC) has appointed Cass Sinclair as executive director of the Rogue Community College Foundation, effective Oct. 7, 2024. Sinclair brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit leadership, community engagement and strategic planning that will serve the RCC Foundation well as it continues to expand its impact in Southern Oregon. Sinclair joins RCC from Opportunities for...

September 13, 2024March 6, 2025 In the News RCC Foundation

Rogue Community College Honors Olympian, Nursing Hero

Grants Pass, Ore. (Sept. 13, 2024) – Rogue Community College (RCC) proudly announces two honorees for the 2024 President’s Circle Dinner. The event will be held on Thursday, Sept. 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Vista 222 in the Applegate Valley. This event will highlight the achievements of Alum of the Year Jaida Ross and Citizen of the Year Helen Hanson, recognizing their outstanding contributions to...

November 28, 2023December 1, 2023 RCC Foundation Rogue Report

Make Your Year-End, Tax-Deductible Donation to the RCC Foundation

As 2023 draws to a close, remember that making a donation to the RCC Foundation is tax-deductible. When you donate, tell us what you want to support: How? You have options: *Bowl Reminder:If you buy a brick or a star by Dec. 31, 2023, it is guaranteed to be installed in the Rogue Bowl’s main entryway for all to see. A small brick is $1,000...

May 19, 2023June 6, 2023 In the News RCC Employees RCC Foundation Rogue Report

Remembering RCC’s 4th President

Rick Levine, the fourth president of Rogue Community College, passed away last month at home. His wife Ellen was also one of RCC’s early instructors. She writes the following: “Rick Levine, my husband, my confidante, my ally, my best friend, and so much more, died April 24, 2023, at 8 pm. He fought a valiant 12-year battle against cancer but now he can rest in...

April 20, 2023August 2, 2023 In the News RCC Foundation

RCC Foundation Plans ‘Revive the Bowl Community Festival’

Outdoor amphitheater is focus of June 24 event Josephine County – The Rogue Community College Foundation invites the community to save the date for an upcoming free, family-friendly community festival slated for June 24 from 2-8 p.m. The festival will include a selection of food trucks, live music from local bands, a kids’ zone with games and activities, live theater, a radio broadcast booth, and...

March 8, 2023August 2, 2023 In the News RCC Foundation

Apply now for fall scholarships at RCC

It’s time to apply for scholarships for the 2023-24 school year at Rogue Community College. Current and incoming students planning to attend RCC during the 2023-24 academic year are invited to apply for about 125 scholarships provided through the Rogue Community College Foundation. The application is open through June 1 on the foundation’s website, roguecc.edu/scholarships. Students who apply by April 1 will be entered into...