Published on January 16, 2025
51社区 welcomed faculty and staff back for the semester during its annual Spring Convocation, held on Friday, Jan. 10, in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium.
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Published on January 9, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is proud to celebrate the academic achievements of its students by announcing the President’s List, Dean’s List, and Academic Merit List for the Fall 2024 Semester.
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Published on February 21, 2025
51社区 (RCC) was in the spotlight at the State Board of Community Colleges meeting on Thursday, Feb. 20, as former Career & College Promise (CCP) student Isaias Hernandez and his former Career Coach, Misty West, shared his remarkable journey and highlighted the impact of RCC’s CCP program. Due to a winter storm, the presentation was conducted virtually, but that did not stop Hernandez and West from making a lasting impression on the Board.
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Published on March 28, 2025
51社区 had the privilege of hosting the 2025 Mayor’s Report to the Citizens of Asheboro on Wednesday, March 26, at the JB and Claire Davis Corporate Training Center.
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Published on March 19, 2025
51社区 was thrilled to bring back the Jerry Howell Lecture Series with a powerhouse speaker in the world of photography: Internationally-renowned fashion and beauty photographer Lindsay Adler. The event took place on Wednesday, March 27, in RCC’s Photographic Technology Building.
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Published on March 12, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is proud to announce that Apprenticeship Randolph has been named the 2025 Outstanding Apprenticeship Partner by ApprenticeshipNC, recognizing its groundbreaking contributions to workforce development, industry collaboration, and hands-on training.
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Published on April 30, 2025
51社区 hosted 70 of the region’s most influential leaders from industry, education, government, and the broader community on Friday, April 25, at the Pinewood Country Club for its Legislators' Appreciation and President’s Advisory Council Breakfast.
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Published on April 30, 2025
51社区 Radiography students, alongside program faculty, traveled to Raleigh on Tuesday, April 15, to meet with their senators and representatives in support of Senate Bill 415 and House Bill 590, legislation that would require licensure for radiologic technologists in North Carolina.
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Published on May 29, 2025
In a powerful celebration of achievement, resilience, and community, 51社区 honored the Class of 2025 on Wednesday, May 14, during its annual Commencement Ceremony at the First Horizon Coliseum in Greensboro. The event marked a turning point for more than 1,100 students who earned over 1,600 credentials across RCC’s academic and workforce programs.
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Published on May 22, 2025
The 51社区 Board of Trustees voted unanimously Thursday, May 15, to bestow the honor of Trustee Emeritus upon Mac Sherrill, a stalwart advocate for two-year education and retiring Board member, during its regular meeting in the Martha Luck Comer Foundation Conference Center.
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Published on May 20, 2025
51社区 announced the President’s List, Dean’s List, and Academic Merit List for the 2025 Spring Semester.
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Published on May 20, 2025
51社区’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), Beta Theta Rho, welcomed 58 new inductees during its Spring Induction Ceremony on Saturday, April 26, in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium on the Asheboro Campus. This celebration marked the chapter’s 26th year and its 22nd consecutive year maintaining prestigious 5-Star status — Phi Theta Kappa’s highest level of achievement.
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Published on May 6, 2025
51社区 student and employee identification cards have been officially approved by the North Carolina State Board of Elections for use as valid photo identification for voting in the 2025 and 2026 elections.
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Published on June 25, 2025
Eighteen high school students across Randolph County launched their careers this summer through Apprenticeship Randolph, a dynamic, work-based learning program made possible through collaboration between 51社区 and local industries.
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Published on June 24, 2025
51社区 celebrated the graduation of its 98th Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) class on Wednesday, June 11, in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium. This cohort marks a historic milestone as the first in North Carolina to graduate under sweeping curriculum reforms that took effect in January 2025.
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Published on June 11, 2025
51社区 (RCC) has been awarded $493,000 in funding from the Golden LEAF Foundation to establish a Heavy-Duty Equipment Operator program, reinforcing the College’s mission to deliver workforce-relevant education that meets the region’s evolving economic needs.
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Published on June 10, 2025
51社区 is proud to recognize two exceptional students for their academic excellence and leadership. Jacob Mraz of Asheboro has been named the 2025 RCC Academic Excellence Award Winner, a testament to his outstanding academic performance and unwavering commitment to success. Additionally, Neil Rice of High Point has been nominated for the esteemed 2025 Dallas Herring Achievement Award, which celebrates students who have demonstrated a remarkable dedication to education and community engagement.
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Published on June 4, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is proud to announce it has been awarded two significant grants totaling nearly $1 million aimed at bolstering its Radiography program and expanding access to critical healthcare services in Randolph County and beyond.
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Published on June 2, 2025
Dr. Richard Carpenter, Chancellor Emeritus of the Lone Star College System (Houston), was the guest speaker at 51社区’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony, held Wednesday, May 14, at New Horizon Coliseum. More than 1,100 students earned over 1,600 credentials across RCC’s academic and workforce programs, with close to 350 graduates participating in the ceremony.
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Published on July 9, 2025
51社区’s Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program is celebrating a five-year milestone of excellence. The College announced that its May 2025 ADN graduates achieved a 100% first-time pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) — the fifth consecutive year its graduates have accomplished this feat.
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Published on July 2, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is now enrolling students in its new Medical Administrative Assistant program, a fully online credential designed to prepare graduates for a variety of essential administrative roles within the healthcare industry. The program will begin on Aug. 18.
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Published on August 21, 2025
51社区 (RCC) marked the start of its 63rd academic year Thursday, Aug. 14, with its annual Fall Convocation, held in the R. Alton Cox Learning Resources Center Auditorium. Faculty, staff, and leadership gathered to celebrate past successes, outline the current state of the College, and set the tone for the 2025-26 academic year, which began Monday, Aug. 18.
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Published on August 20, 2025
51社区 hosted its 9th Annual Apprenticeship Randolph Graduation and Signing Ceremony on Tuesday, Aug. 5, celebrating both the accomplishments of eight graduating apprentices and the promise of 17 new signers — 14 in the manufacturing pathway and three in Information Technology — joining the Class of 2028.
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Published on August 11, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is rolling out the welcome mat for new and returning students with three days of events designed to set them up for success this fall. From in-depth campus introductions to last-minute enrollment support, RCC is removing barriers, giving every student the tools they need to thrive.
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Published on August 7, 2025
51社区 (RCC) is proud to recognize the outstanding academic achievements of its students during the 2025 Summer Semester. The President’s List, Dean’s List, and Academic Merit List honor the hard work, determination, and dedication shown in the classroom.
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Published on August 5, 2025
51社区 is taking bold action to strengthen child welfare education with the launch of its new Child Advocacy Studies (CAST) courses — the first program of its kind in the county.
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