Join us on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 as we celebrate the installation of Dr. Sylvia Cox as the sixth President of RCC. The day will be filled with a ceremony commemorating the installation followed by lunch and musical entertainment.
Schedule of Events
- 11:00am – President’s Installation Ceremony
Robert Keys Gymnasium
558 County Home Road
Wentworth, NC 27375
Can’t make it in person? Join us online at 11:00am
- 12:00pm – Lunch and Musical Entertainment
Whitcomb Student Center Patio
484 County Home Road
Wentworth, NC 27375
Let us know you’re coming!
About Dr. Cox
Dr. Sylvia Cox began her tenure as the 6th president of Rockingham Community College on May 1, 2025.
Dr. Cox has 25 years of experience advancing education and workforce development in the North Carolina Community College System.
From 2021-2025, she served as Executive Vice President and Chief Academic Officer at Southeastern Community College in Whiteville, North Carolina, where she led Academic Affairs, Workforce Development, and Student Services.
Her career highlights include spearheading initiatives that bridge K-12 and higher education through dual-enrollment opportunities and pathways in advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and technical trades.
As a first-generation college graduate, Dr. Cox is committed to innovation, community impact, and ensuring education remains a tool for empowering individuals and advancing regional growth.
Dr. Cox earned a Doctor of Education in Higher Education Executive Leadership from Wingate University; a Master of Education in Educational Reading from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington; and a Bachelor of Arts in History from North Carolina State University.
Parking and Travel Information
The President’s Installation Ceremony will take place in the Robert Keys Gymnasium (558 County Home Road, Wentworth, NC 27375), building #15 on the campus map.
Parking is available in Lot E in front of the Advanced Technologies Building (560 County Home Road, Wentworth, NC 27375) or Lot D in front of the Whitcomb Student Center (484 County Home Road, Wentworth, NC 27375).
History of RCC
Rockingham Community College traces its roots to 1958, when the Leaksville State Vocational Training Center opened on the campus of Morehead High School. This pioneering institution was the first of seven vocational centers authorized by the North Carolina Legislature, laying the foundation for what would become the North Carolina Community College System. By 1963, the number of centers had grown to 20, forming the backbone of a statewide movement to expand access to vocational and technical education.
Visit the Rockingham Community College History page for more information.
FAQ’s
Internet Access
- To connect to the WiFi, simply select the network named “RCC_Guest” from your device’s available wireless options.
Safety Information
- The Rockingham Community College on-campus emergency number is 336-342-4261, extension 2299 if you should need assistance.
Lost and Found
- In the event there are items left behind, these will be collected and turned in to the Campus Security office that is located just inside the upper-level entrance to the Whitcomb Student Center.
Hotel Information
If you’re visiting from out of town, here are some nearby hotels to help with your stay.
- Hampton Inn Eden
724 S Van Buren Road
Eden, NC 27288 - Holiday Inn Express Reidsville
101 Express Drive
Reidsville, NC 27320
