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Dr. Cox featured by EdNC

Oct 28, 2025
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

Oct 23, 2025
Registration Opens November 5! It’s that exciting time of year again! Spring and Summer class registration begins November 5, 2025. 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. Why Register Early? Secure your spot in high-demand classes Build a schedule … Read More

Brad Jordan: From Firehouse to Hospital CEO

Oct 16, 2025
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

Oct 9, 2025
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

Oct 9, 2025
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

Oct 7, 2025
The State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation presented RCC with $18,000 for up to 30 student scholarships.

FAFSA events and an AirPods giveway

Oct 2, 2025
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

Sep 24, 2025
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

Sep 11, 2025
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

Aug 28, 2025
The Madison Board of Aldermen donated a fire engine to Rockingham Community College for use at the Fire Academy.

Trustees call special meeting

Aug 28, 2025
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

Jul 31, 2025
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.

Short-Term Training: Aug-Sept

Jul 28, 2025
If you are interested in beginning a new career or looking for a new job, improving your computer skills, becoming a better employee, or looking for a new hobby, RCC offers a variety of short-term courses designed to meet your needs.

Summer 2025 Honor Students

Jul 28, 2025
Rockingham Community College is pleased to announce that 29 students were named to the President’s List and 9 to the Dean’s List for the Summer 2025 term.

Isley joins RCC Board of Trustees

Jul 25, 2025
Alan Isley joined the RCC Board of Trustees on July 15, and a new chair and vice-chair were elected.

42 earn high school diplomas

Jul 18, 2025
Forty-two students earned their GEDs this summer at RCC. They were celebrated a graduation ceremony on Thursday, July 17.

Trustees to meet July 15

Jul 10, 2025
The Rockingham Community College Board of Trustees will hold its regular bimonthly meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday, July 15, 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

Grant funds STEM teacher training

Jul 3, 2025
Six local Career and Technical Education teachers underwent training at RCC to teach Mechatronics.

Retirees’ scholarship becomes endowed

Jul 2, 2025
Lucille Blankenship stopped by Rockingham Community College on July 2 to sign a scholarship agreement from the RCC Retired Faculty/Staff Association.

RCC leads to half-century career

Jun 30, 2025
More than five decades ago, Janet Silvers enjoyed her business classes in high school. “I could actually type a little over 100 words a minute,” she said. “At that time, Rockingham Community College had a great program in secretarial science.” Silvers enrolled at RCC in fall 1972 for the two-year program. She remembers the campus … Read More
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