July 5-12, 2024 News Round-Up
RCC board ready to send $60.3 million bond to ballot, Grants Pass Daily Courier, Sunday July 14, 2024
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Welcome Lyndsay Tarrant
Lyndsay Tarrant, originally from Oregon and raised in Texas, has been a staff member at Rogue Community College for more than two years. Her journey with RCC began as a student and student employee, deepening her love for the institution. Recently transitioning into the role of Academic and Career Coach, Lyndsay is excited about the opportunity to support students in navigating their academic and professional...
New Jenzabar Engagement Team or JET Forum Dates
We are just over a month away from our Go-Live date with Jenzabar. If you haven’t joined us for a JET Forum yet, here are some additional dates and times: These forums are an excellent way to get accurate and up-to-date information, as well as ask questions. All faculty and staff are welcome and encouraged to participate. Our Implementation Team has been diligently preparing for...
2024 Open House Events at RCC
You are invited to participate in RCC’s open house events in August 2024! These events are free for the public to come to “Discover the Possibilities at RCC” and are scheduled for each campus as follows: Individuals and families may enjoy food and fun activities during each event while learning about the college. This is your chance to promote and showcase your program! Join us...
Important Changes to OFLA and AP-7345
Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) The Oregon Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 1515, which made changes to the Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) effective July 1, 2024. OFLA will no longer protect leaves for the following reasons (but leave may qualify under other protected leave laws): OFLA will continue to protect leave for the following reasons: If qualifying, leave will be protected by the Federal...
Welcome Dane Johns
J. Dane Johns is a new addition to Oregon and RCC Access & Disability Services. Coming from Boise State University with undergraduate degrees in philosophy, communications and history and a master’s in medieval history, Dane’s thesis was on knights and their social stratification at the outset of the Middle Ages. Dane has a professional background in academic and professional testing, and he still teaches classes...
April, May and June 2024 Osprey Ovation Recipients
APRIL Name: Martin ChristensenCore Values: CollaborationReason: Marty is always so pleasant when assisting. He never makes us feel like an inconvenience even when we know we are. A lot of last-minute requests come in from us and he is always quick to respond and make sure we are good to go. Marty’s willingness to help and his gentle demeanor helps us to be able to...
Welcome Josh Cox
Please welcome Josh Cox to RCC’s Marketing and Communications team. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, communications and event management, Josh brings a wealth of expertise to his role of Communications and Marketing Strategist. He earned a bachelor’s degree in communications from Morehead State University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Bushnell University. Away from the office, Josh enjoys traveling, CrossFit,...
Mental Health First-Aid Training in July
Interested in mental health first-aid training? Employees may opt to use professional growth funds ($30) for this full-day session. The training is limited to 20 participants per day and some pre- and post-work are required to earn your certificate. Tentative Dates: Professional growth refunds will be available in August. For more information or to sign up, email Michelle Gray at MGray@roguecc.edu by July 9 to...
Purchasing Year End and Migration to Jenzabar
The end of the 2023/24 fiscal year is just around the corner, and so is our go-live with Jenzabar! To ensure continuity of operations during the cutover from RogueNet to Jenzabar, the Business Office and Contract & Procurement Office need your help. End of Fiscal Year 23/24 (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) Help us prepare for the final data cutover by checking the...