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Special Events Commemorate 50th Anniversary

Rockingham Community College continues to commemorate 50 years of service with an art show, concerts, and other special events scheduled during the next four months. The Associate of Fine Arts alumni and faculty will present Celebrating 50 Years of Art at Rockingham Community College on February 17 -21. The exhibit will be on display in  Read More

2016 December Graduates!

WENTWORTH – RCC Announces December 2016 Graduates Eden Joseph Nathanael Barnes; Certificate -Welding Technology Brina Noelle Blackstock; Certificate – Cosmetology Hannah Gabrielle Bolick; Certificate – Phlebotomy Stephanie Ann Bradford; Associate in Applied Science – Medical Office Administration Stephen Cochran; Associate in Arts Kasey Alexandra Ellis; Associate in Arts Tanner Reid Johnson; Associate in Applied Science  Read More

One Semester Greenhouse Nursery Assistant Training

In one semester students receive hands-on, entry level training to begin a career as a greenhouse nursery assistant. RCC’s new Career College will award a certificate to those who successfully complete the program. Students will further develop reading, math, and computer skills along with participation in hands-on training in job skills needed in the greenhouse  Read More

Spring Registration is Open

Register now for spring semester at RCC. New students must complete the application process before registering for courses. The priority application deadline for spring 2017 is December 9. All new students must begin the application process now in order to attend RCC this spring. The four step process is easy. First, complete the application for  Read More

GEAR UP Day

RCC hosted 150 high school seniors from across the county today for a GEAR UP Senior Day. Students learned about the RCC admissions process, financial aid, and support services that are available for students. Campus tours and demonstrations in Industrial Technologies, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Health Sciences, and Fine Arts areas were available for the students.

Regan Named Vice President for Academic Affairs

Sheila Regan, of Lumberton, has joined Rockingham Community College as its chief academic officer. Ms. Regan began her duties on Monday, October 3, 2016 as Vice President of Academic Affairs. “RCC is very fortunate to welcome Ms. Sheila Regan as our new Vice President for Academic Affairs. Ms. Regan comes to us from Robeson Community  Read More

RCC Baseball Brings Experienced Team for 2017

The Rockingham Community College baseball program is excited to begin the spring season with an experienced group of players. RCC’s Eagles finished the 2016 season with a 20-26 record despite having a very young team. The Eagles will be led by second-year Head Coach, Reece Honeycutt. Coach Honeycutt will be taking on the pitching coach  Read More

Nursing Students Receive 100% Pass Rate

For the past two years, all Rockingham Community College Associate Degree Nursing graduates received 100% pass rate on the NCLEX-RN exam. NCLEX (National Council Licensure Examination) is a nationwide examination for licensing nurses in the United States since 1994. After students graduate from nursing school, they must pass this examination in order to receive a  Read More

Simulated Hospital Grand Opening

After nearly five years of planning and renovation, the Simulated Hospital at Rockingham Community College was officially opened on Tuesday, Sept. 20. The Simulated Hospital is located in the N. Jerry Owens Jr. Health Sciences Building, on the RCC campus at 562 County Home Road. RCC’s programs of study housed in the facility include nursing,  Read More

Summer Session President’s and Dean’s Lists

Rockingham Community College announces those named to the Summer Session 2016 President’s List and Dean’s List. President’s List To be eligible for the President’s List students must maintain a 4.00 GPA within the semester with at least 12 college level credit hours attempted during Fall and Spring or 9 credit hours attempted during Summer. Those  Read More

Adult High School and High School Equivalency Graduates

The graduation ceremony for those who earned the High School Equivalency diploma and those who earned an Adult High School diploma was held on Friday, July 29, at 2 p.m. in the Robert C. Keys Gymnasium at Rockingham Community College. The High School Equivalency program is offered at locations throughout Rockingham County. There is no  Read More

RCC Summer Graduation

Dr. Mark O. Kinlaw, president of Rockingham Community College, conferred degrees, diplomas and certificates during the July 29 graduation exercises held at 10 a.m. in the Robert C. Keys gymnasium. Mayor Jay Donecker, City of Reidsville, delivered the commencement address. Graduates are listed below by degree, diploma or certificate earned; name; and city of residence.  Read More

Students Receive Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification

On Thursday, nine Rockingham Community College students received Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification in a ceremony held at the former Mayodan Library. AT&T, The Rockingham County Education Foundation and RCC partnered to begin offering the Microsoft Digital Literacy Certification earlier this year. Underwritten by a $5,000 contribution from AT&T, the program provides training in basic digital  Read More

Surgical Technology Class of 2016

During a July 21 evening ceremony, 11 Rockingham Community College surgical technology students received their pins. The surgical technology candidates for graduation are: Ethelyn Bailey, Lindsay Evans, Courtney Joyner, Krystal Martin, Jenna Middleton, Krystal Miller, Heather Orr, Le Chi Pham, Victoria Roberts, Nichole Seamens, Olivia Siler.

Taste of Industry

RCC has received a grant totaling $3,880 from the North Carolina Community College System. Funds were used to plan and host “Taste of Industry,” a special event designed to promote the value of technical education and introduce community leaders to related high-demand careers with high-wage earning potential. Career and Technical educators, school counselors and career  Read More

Schoolfield Reappointed

Clerk of Court Mark Pegram administers the oath of office to Tom Schoolfield of Reidsville. Schoolfield was reappointed to serve on the Board of Trustees at Rockingham Community College by the Rockingham County Board of Education. His term will expire June 30, 2020.

Don’t Wait! Apply Now for Fall!

Final deadline for completing the fall 2016 application process is August 2 at 4 p.m. All new students must begin the application process now in order to attend RCC this fall. The four step process is easy. First, complete the application for admission. The application is available at www.rockinghamcc.edu or you may come to the  Read More

RCC Student Named Duke Energy Intern

Johnnie Kingston of Eden was awarded an internship with Duke Energy through its Power Careers Program. Kingston has been a student at Rockingham Community College since 2015 and is currently enrolled in the Associate in Applied Science Electrical Systems Technology program. Kingston will begin the internship this month at the Belews Creek Steam Station. The  Read More

Men’s Baseball Closes Out 2016 Season

It’s not unusual for an intercollegiate community college baseball team to play 45 or more games during the regular season. To win at least 20 of those games is a goal that most teams strive for. For the fifth consecutive season, Rockingham Community College’s 2016 baseball team achieved a 20-win season, which ended May 14  Read More

New Women’s Volleyball Coach at RCC

Rockingham Community College has named Emily Brooke Hensley, a native of Rockingham County, as the new women’s volleyball coach. The fall 2016 season will be her first to lead the Lady Eagles as the team continues to build upon the successes of recent years. Stewart McClintock, Director of Student Life, also oversees intercollegiate athletics, and  Read More
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