April 25 – May 12, 2023 News Roundup

Candidates vie for seats on Rogue Community College board: The Daily Courier – May 4, 2023 Elect Long to Grants Pass School Board: The Daily Courier – May 4, 2023 Keep nonpartisan boards free of partisan politics: The Daily Courier – May 2, 2023 10 candidates pursuing 4 seats up for election on Grants Pass School Board: The Daily Courier – May 2, 2023 Catalyst...

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RCC Seeks Mural Contest Entries from Community Members

Jackson and Josephine counties – A region-wide competition to design and install “We are Ospreys” murals on each of the three Rogue Community College (RCC) campuses is now open for entries. Students, RCC employees and community artists are invited to participate. The theme for the project is “Spread Your Wings at RCC.” According to Elizabeth Butler, the RCC marketing department staff member leading the project,...

Rogue Report: You Spoke, We Listened

Fellow Ospreys, It is with great pride that I share my support for the inaugural “Rogue Report.” At the beginning of this academic year, we committed to developing a response to the widespread request for more consistency around communication efforts. As a result of the leadership and tireless efforts of our RCC Marketing team, we now have this terrific avenue for leveraging internal communications at...

#WeAreOspreys Mural Contest. Visit the website for details: roguecc.edu/mural

A few timely announcements

The RCC Earth Club invites you to join a hike up Pipe Fork on Saturday. Please note that the time has changed. Pipe Fork Hike — Saturday, May 6 — The new time is 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Join the RCC Earth Club for a moderately strenuous hike along Pipe Fork Creek and through ancient forest on the east flank of Grayback Mountain. Meet at the...

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RCC Open Houses Slated for May

Jackson and Josephine counties — Rogue Community College (RCC) is hosting two free open-house events this month to introduce the public to the college’s academic programming and support services. Events are scheduled from 3-6 p.m. on different dates: May 16 on the Redwood Campus (3345 Redwood Highway, Grants Pass) and May 18 at the Table Rock Campus (7800 Pacific Ave., White City). In addition to...

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Lots of activities planned!

Can you believe we’re already at the end of Week 4? We hope you’re settled into a study routine and learning a lot. Now it’s time to level up with some great spring activities! 😎 Pizza with the President — Wednesday, May 3 from 12-1 p.m. — ASG is offering a free lunch and opportunity to talk with RCC President Randy Weber at the Redwood Campus cafeteria. Please sign up in advance to ensure plenty...

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RCC gains green light to expand nursing program

Jackson and Josephine counties – Rogue Community College (RCC) received final approval this week from the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) to nearly double the size of the Associate Degree of Science in Nursing Registered Nurse (ADN-RN) training program, increasing available training spots by up to 24 students annually.  “Leaders in our nursing program worked quickly and effectively to expand offerings,” said President Randy Weber....

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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...

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Do you know an RCC instructor who deserves recognition?

Have you had an amazing instructor at RCC? The RCC Faculty Senate wishes to recognize teaching excellence at Rogue Community College. Please help us acknowledge the amazing work and accomplishments of a faculty member who has had an impact on you, whether online or on campus!  If you would like to honor a faculty member in the following categories, please fill out the Faculty Senate Award nomination form below. These awards will be presented May 12th at the college in-service....

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Rogue Community College Enrollment Jumps 13 Percent

Jackson and Josephine counties – The signs of spring are evident at all three Rogue Community College (RCC) campuses. According to President Randy Weber, like the warmer weather, students are returning and enrolling in courses and programs, netting a 13 percent increase over enrollment numbers at the same time last year. “Our team has really worked hard to reach out and reengage our community,” said...