Teaching and Learning Framework: Active Learning and Engagement

This is part of an ongoing series about RCC’s new Teaching and Learning Framework. Ready to bring more energy and interactivity to your teaching? This week, we’re focusing on Active Learning and Engagement, a key area of the Teaching and Learning Framework that helps create dynamic, student-centered classrooms. What is Active Learning and Engagement? Active learning is all about designing experiences where students do more...

DPB Event: Disability Representation in Graphic Novels

Graphic novels are one of America’s most influential entertainment mediums. Not only do they represent a multibillion-dollar industry, but historically they have also served as powerful agents of change. Graphic novels were among the first media formats to treat addiction as a medical issue, one of the earliest to regularly feature women and people of color, and have consistently addressed complex real-world issues. The diverse...

The Rogue Way – Agendas & Minutes

Every good hike needs signposts—clear markers to help avoid veering off course. That’s exactly what templates do. Agenda templates help meetings start strong and stay on track, providing a clear path from beginning to end. Notes templates make it easy to capture key takeaways, decisions and action items without missing a step. No more guessing where to begin or how to wrap up. These branded,...

Academic Calendar Updates for 2024-25 and 2025-26

As of April 1, 2025, both the 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic calendars have been updated. Footnote #4 now states: “Withdraw period begins Tuesday, week 2 after 5 p.m.” Beginning spring term 2025, the withdraw period no longer starts at 12 a.m. on Tuesday of week 2 (immediately after the add/drop deadline). Instead, it will now begin at 5 p.m. on Tuesday of week 2. View...

Advising Department Welcomes New Team Members and Celebrates Transitions

The Advising Department at Rogue Community College has recently undergone several changes, welcoming new team members and celebrating transitions within the college. Nikki Hoover has officially joined the department after previously serving as both a temporary and part-time classified employee in various areas, including Admissions and Recruitment and the Testing Center. As of January 2025, Kelly Silva has stepped into the role of Administrative Assistant...

Join RCC at Upcoming Parades

Rogue Community College is excited to participate in three upcoming parades and invites employees, students and community members to join the fun. These events are a great way to showcase RCC programs, connect with the community and promote student success. While participation is voluntary and unpaid, it promises to be a rewarding and enjoyable experience. Pear Blossom Parade – Medford Date: April 12, 2025Arrival Time:...

March 2025 Osprey Ovation Recipients

Join us in recognizing March’s Osprey Ovation recipients!  Name: Wade MannCore Values: Collaboration Reason: Part of the challenge of IT is testing our own processes, especially when it comes to the challenge of keeping our technology environment safe and connected. As part of this we conduct quarterly “tabletop exercises” to test our tiers/teams in challenging circumstances. Recently IT Management asked Wade Mann to step up and create a...

March 21-28 News Round-Up

Glendale students partner with RCC on certified nursing assistant program, Grants Pass Daily Courier, March 24, 2025 Glendale HS enters year two of certified nursing assistant program, The News-Review, March 25, 2025 RCC Theater Arts Back with “Two Gentlemen of Verona” Auditions Early Next Week, KAJO Radio, March 28, 2025

RCC Foundation General Scholarship Application Information Session for Staff

The Rogue Community College Foundation General Scholarship Application will open on April 14 and close on June 1, 2025. The Foundation is collaborating with Ellucian/ScholarshipUniverse to implement updates to enhance the application process and improve the overall student experience. Before the application opens, the Foundation will host a brief informational session that will provide an overview of Scholarship Universe and the RCC Foundation application process....

Final Day for Breakout and Engagement Sessions

Time is running out to submit session ideas or speaker recommendations for Spring Inservice. Don’t miss your chance to contribute to this engaging event. Want more details? Read the original call for speakers and sessions here. New! Submit an Engagement Session (Also Known as a Poster Session) These interactive sessions are designed to foster deeper conversation, connection and exploration. Unlike traditional breakout sessions, engagement sessions...