Yes. Our goal is to provide as much flexibility to meet students’ needs while still following safety guidelines and best practices. We will continue to provide you with an excellent learning experience, and are ready to adapt should public health conditions change.
If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to email, call, or come to campus.
RCTC offers an array of courses in both on campus and online options.
Yes--and your safety continues to be our top priority. If you see anything that needs our attention, please do not hesitate to contact any staff member and we will address the issue.
Effective March 11, 2022, RCTC will lift the face covering (mask) mandate everywhere on campus except in our healthcare and clinical settings (i.e., Student Health Services, dental clinic, etc.) Although there is no longer a mask requirement in the rest of the buildings, anyone wishing to wear a face covering while in a classroom, office, or other areas are more than welcome to do so, but departments and individuals outside of those exceptions cannot require masks in their areas.
The RCTC Bookstore is open, but all books must be ordered online. Please see below for answers to some of your questions:
Q: Can I come into the Bookstore to get my books?
A: No, books need to be ordered online through the RCTC Bookstore’s website, www.RCTC.edu/bookstore. There are step-by-step instructions on the website on how to place an order.
Q: How long does an online order take?
A: Orders typically take 1 – 3 business days except during peak ordering times when orders can take up to 5 – 7 days. Order early to avoid the rush.
Q: Can I have my books shipped to me?
A: Yes, your books can be shipped directly to you.
Q: Can I pick up my books on campus?
A: When your order has been filled you will receive an email with pick-up instructions.
Q: Can I come into the Bookstore to buy clothing or supplies?
A: Yes, as long as there are five or less people in the Bookstore.
College business hours are 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Click here to see current campus and door hours.
The College's priority is to provide a safe learning and working environment. However, should the weather become too dangerous for students and staff to travel to and from campus, College Leadership may elect to postpone or cancel classes, or close campus early. These decisions are not made lightly and many factors are considered before making the decision. Please note: any decision about a late-start or class cancellation will be made before 6am.
If the decision to close/cancel is made, students will receive an email via the RCTC Alert System. The system can also send text messages and make phone calls. To sign up and change preferences, please visit https://rctc.portal.finalsiteconnect.com. Closure announcements will also be broadcast on KTTC-TV, KXLT-TV, and KAAL-TV.
RCTC is committed to your success. If you ever find yourself struggling or needing assistance with your classes, there are several resources and options available:
- Your instructors: set up a time to meet with them to discuss your challenges
- Your advisor: they can help you determine if your classes and/or major are the right fit for you
- Learning Center: free tutoring is available in a number of subjects
- Disability Services: you may be eligible for accommodations
- Academic Deans: they can help you if you are having concerns with an instructor
- Dr. Brenda Frame, Dean of Liberal Arts and General Education
- Jacob Griggs, Associate Dean of Liberal Arts and General Education
- Jason Jadin, Dean of Sciences and Health Professions
- Susan Jansen, Associate Dean of Nursing
- Dr. Matt Bissonette, Dean of Career and Technical Education
We’re here to support you along your journey, and we’re committed to providing student support services in a safe and flexible way. All support services are open and are offering in-person, as well as online, support for our students. Our academic advisors and Welcome One Stop Center staff are also available to assist students with any adjustments they may need to make to their class schedules.
If you need assistance with technology, please email tech.help@rctc.edu, or call 507-536-5555. Staff is also available in the Technology Support Center (GL100) to help with technology and D2L/Brightspace questions.
The RCTC Technology Department also has a number of options available for students to borrow technology necessary for coursework. Please click here for more information.
RCTC will have food service available at both the Heintz Center and Main Campus.
Heintz Center Fresh Stop Cafe
- Monday-Thursday, 7:30am-1pm
- Primarily grab-and-go menu items (burgers, chicken tenders, etc.)
- Additional ready-to-eat items will be available
Main Campus Hive Grill
- Monday-Thursday, 9am-1:30pm
- Reduced menu with an emphasis on quick to prepare items and more grab and go options
- Cold grab-and-go items will be available
- Ordering and payment will be processed at the doors near the elevator
- Food pick-up will be around the corner at the other door
Please follow posted instructions and signage regarding social distancing, available seating, and sanitation including trash disposal.
Note: procedures including hours and menu items are subject to change.
When using service areas visitors are strongly encouraged to leave children at home. Children are not allowed in classrooms. If childcare is not available, parents should keep children close at hand and tend to them at all times.
Anyone feeling ill should stay home and refrain from coming to campus. Please check with your healthcare provider to determine if COVID-19 testing is necessary. If you are unsure about coming to campus, use this screening flyer to help you make this decision.
Our faculty and staff are preparing to adapt to changing health guidelines. Thanks to their incredible work, we have tremendous flexibility to quickly pivot if conditions change.
Student Life will continue to offer several events both on campus and virtually. Visit RCTC's Student Life page for more information.
Yes, you can! This can be a great strategy for maintaining your progress towards your educational goals while staying close to home. RCTC offers the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MNTC) and several Transfer Pathway degrees which are accepted for transfer to other state colleges and universities, the University of Minnesota, and many private colleges and universities.
Please email us at admissions@rctc.edu or give us a call at 507-285-7557 if you have questions about this.