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Oregon Colleges are Experiencing Increased Interest in Career and Technical Education Programs
The surge in enrollment in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs at Oregon colleges highlights the growing need for hands-on training in high-demand skilled professions.
CTE programs equip students with the skills needed for…
Two New Emergency Services Programs Available From Rogue Community College
The Emergency Services Department of Rogue Community College (RCC) now has two new EMS program available to prospective students.
RCC Expands Emergency Services Courses
RCC's Rusty Riis, Faculty Chair of their Emergency…
SOU Computer Scientist Awarded $250K Grant To Research Transfer Of AI Knowledge
ASHLAND, Ore. — An assistant professor in Southern Oregon University’s Computer Science Department, Bernadette Boscoe, has been awarded a $250,000 grant to research archived protocols and help keep track of tacit knowledge in different…
Oregon Department of Education Urges Schools to Implement New Cellphone Policies
The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) does not keep track of cellphone policies already operating in school districts but has recommended that policies be updated and reviewed to gauge the use of cell phones by students while attending…
Oregon Student Association Closes After 49 Years Amid Financial and Organizational Issues
After struggling with financial and organizational issues, the Oregon Student Association (OSA) this month (October) stopped operating after 49 years.
OSA was unable any longer to finance its campaigns to improve conditions for Oregon…
Oregon Career Professional Will Help Rogue Community College Foundation Reach New Heights
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — Cass Sinclair’s leadership experience, strategic mindset, and dedication to community service make her the ideal candidate to take over as the new director of the Rogue Community College Foundation.
These are the…
Climate Change Report Led By Oregon State University Researchers Calls For Action Now
Oregon State University (OSU) researchers led a report that is garnering attention globally. The researchers predict how climate change will affect life on Earth as we know it and suggest ways to curb the damage.
Oregon-led…
Oregon Students Lag in Academic Acumen for the Third Successive Year
Oregon students' sluggish academic recovery from pandemic setbacks extended into a third consecutive year in 2024, disappointing expectations that they would finally make notable strides in math and English.
The latest data, drawn from…
Rogue Community College-La Clinica Collaboration Seeks To Solve Dental Staff Shortage
MEDFORD, Ore. — To enhance training opportunities for dental hygienists and assistants, Rogue Community College (RCC) has escalated its partnership with healthcare provider La Clinica. The move is geared towards addressing the shortage of…
SOU Students, Staff, and Community Invited To Participate In Master Plan Development
ASHLAND, Ore. — Southern Oregon University (SOU) is developing its Facilities Master Plan for the next decade. There will be two opportunities for students, staff, and community members to give their input on the plan.
SOU Campus…