Sept. 14-24, 2023
$180,000 in scholarships for local nursing students: KOBI, Sept. 15, 2023
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$180,000 in scholarships for local nursing students: KOBI, Sept. 15, 2023
Jackson and Josephine counties (Aug. 15, 2023) — Rogue Community College (RCC) is an economic engine generating $306.5 million annually for the Southern Oregon economy, according to an economic impact study released Tuesday. Using data from fiscal year 2021-22, independent labor market analytics firm Lightcast analyzed the college’s economic impact in Jackson and Josephine counties, as well as the return on investment for students and taxpayers. The analysis...
Jackson and Josephine counties — Rogue Community College (RCC) is hosting three free open house events this month for the public to “Discover the Possibilities at RCC,” including academic programs as well as the college’s diverse non-academic offerings. Events are scheduled on different dates for each campus. During each event, individuals and families may enjoy food and fun activities. Campus visitors will be able to...
Seventeen colleges and universities from across Oregon are participating in Invent Oregon — an event where the brightest and most innovative minds bring their ideas to life. Invent Oregon provides a platform for students to create, build, present and market their creations, all while vying for $30,000 in cash prizes. After a year of workshops and semifinal competitions, the 2023 Invent Oregon Collegiate Challenge Finals...
After graduating from Rogue Community College and taking their next steps in the world, RCC alumni spread their osprey wings near and far. Alumna Noel Rapley, born and raised in Grants Pass, attended RCC from 2015-2017 and received her associate degree. She completed her university prerequisites at RCC and pursued her lifelong love of art. “I had a great experience at RCC,” said Rapley. “I...
Four students from Rogue Community College have been named to the Oregon Community College Association’s 2023 All-Oregon Academic Team. This honor recognizes high-achieving two-year college students from around the state who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership and community service. Teri Evans, Desiree Remick, Mackenzie Shirley and Caroline Tinker are among 52 students statewide who will be recognized April 21 at the 2023 All-Oregon Academic Team Luncheon at Chemeketa Community College...
RCC students are invited to participate in two special theater opportunities during the first week of spring term. Each year, the RCC Diversity Programming Board hosts Teatro Milagro, a theater group from Portland. This year, they will provide two offerings. First up is an on-campus “movie” screening of their play, Semillas, followed by a Q&A with the actors. They will also host a two-night, in-person theatre workshop. There is no charge for the...
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...
The Rogue Community College Music Department invites the public to two student concerts next week in Grants Pass and Medford. The Rogue Chorus will present Spring Harmonies at 7 p.m. Monday, March 13 at the Rogue Auditorium at the RCC Redwood Campus in Grants Pass. To access the auditorium, take the East Entrance off Redwood Highway to Demaray Drive then follow College Drive to the...
2023 began with some sad and unwelcome news: the passing of an RCC icon, “Doc” Holliday. Doc was my mentor. He took me under his wing and helped me to become an effective math tutor and teacher. But even more than that, he became my friend. Surely Doc was an icon at our college. No one ever called him Frank, or Richard, or Mr. Holliday,...