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High School Equivalency podcast

Alecia Gaines, interim director of RCC’s College and Career Readiness program talks about the free High School Equivalency program and more.

Fall 2025 Honor Students

RCC announces that 75 students were named to the President’s List and 109 to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester.

Sarah Evans Scholarship established

RCC has completed the endowment for the Sarah Slayton Evans Memorial Scholarship.

High-tech vest elevates Respiratory Therapy training

Respiratory Therapy students at RCC have a new piece of state-of-the-art equipment, funded by the quarter-cent sales tax Rockingham County voters passed in 2018.

Morehead valedictorian chooses RCC Nursing

As Morehead High School’s Class of 2025 valedictorian, Reagan Harris had plenty of options for college. She was even accepted to High Point University. But after thinking it through, she asked herself, if she really want to spend four years and take on debt when she could come to Rockingham Community College, get the same  Read More

Trustees to meet Nov. 18

The Rockingham Community College Board of Trustees will hold its regular bimonthly meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The Trustees will meet in the Gwyn Boardroom in the Administration Building on the RCC campus. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda: *Action Item       ** A closed session may be called as provided in  Read More

RCC commemorates Veterans Day

Rockingham Community College honored military service members with a special Veterans Day program on Nov. 11, featuring a student veteran panel and guest speaker P.T. Deutermann. Veterans Panel Three RCC students who served in the military shared their experiences and answered audience questions. Student veterans Kiana Greene, Marisa Cusack, and Justin Swain speak on a  Read More

One-Stop Enrollment Day set for Dec. 6

On Saturday, Dec. 6, incoming students are invited to receive assistance with enrolling in RCC for the spring semester.

Dr. Cox featured by EdNC

A commitment to rural communities, adult learners, and the power of education to change lives: Meet Rockingham Community College’s new president

Spring and Summer 2026 Classes

Registration is OPEN! RCC may be closed for winter break, but registration is still open. Whether you’re planning to get ahead, catch up, or explore something new, now’s the perfect moment to start mapping out your academic journey. Are You a New Student? It’s not too late to get started! If you’re thinking about joining  Read More

Brad Jordan: From Firehouse to Hospital CEO

Brad Jordan always thought he’d become a teacher. But growing up just doors away from his grandmother—frequently visited by EMS and the fire department—sparked a curiosity about healthcare. At 16, he joined the Monroeton Fire Department. “I thought, this is cool. I could see myself doing this,” he said. With limited family resources for college,  Read More

Computer-Integrated Machining podcast

Faculty Caleb Parrish talks about the Computer-Integrated Machining program, earning credentials, and opportunities for high school students and older adults.

Young students ‘Envision’ the future

More than 1,500 local students had the opportunity to explore future career paths during the third annual Envision Youth Career Expo Oct. 2-3.

SECU Foundation invests in students

The State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation presented RCC with $18,000 for up to 30 student scholarships.

FAFSA events and an AirPods giveway

RCC is hosting events for high school seniors, and giving away a pair of Apple AirPods if they fill out their FAFSA in October and include RCC’s school code.

Cox installed as 6th president

On Tuesday, Sept. 23, RCC officially installed Dr. Sylvia Cox as its sixth president – the beginning of a new chapter for nearly 60-year-old college.

Trustees to meet Sept. 16

The Rockingham Community College Board of Trustees will hold its regular bimonthly meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. The Trustees will meet in the Gwyn Boardroom in the Administration Building on the RCC campus. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda: *Action Item       ** A closed session may be called as provided in  Read More

Madison donates fire engine to RCC

The Madison Board of Aldermen donated a fire engine to Rockingham Community College for use at the Fire Academy.

Trustees call special meeting

The Rockingham Community College Board of Trustees has called a special meeting for Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 at 10 a.m. The Trustees will meet in the Gwyn Boardroom in the Administration Building on the RCC campus. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda: *Action Item       Call to Order and Reading of Ethics Statement Associate  Read More

RCC, RCS cut ribbon for CTE High School

Rockingham County Schools and RCC held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Career and Technical Education Innovative High School, set to open this fall with 40 students.
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