The Beehive Blog offers timely updates, insights, and resources to help Rochester Community and Technical College students stay informed and engaged throughout their academic journey.
Highlighted in This Week’s Beehive Blog
- It’s time to Beeline!
- Thanksgiving Meals
- Fall Withdrawal Deadline
- Receive Your Tax Forms Electronically
- Financial Aid Acceptance Deadline
- Register Now for Spring Classes
- Meet with Your Advisor
Beeline: Save time. Skip the Line!
Beginning Monday, November 17th, students needing assistance in the Welcome and One Stop or Technology Support (HelpDesk) Centers will need to join the beeline! This queue, which you can join from any mobile device, kiosk, or personal PC, allows you to join a virtual queue so that you don’t have to wait in a physical line for help. Look for the QR codes starting Monday!
Save time- skip the line!
Thanksgiving Meal
Join Student Life in celebrating Thanksgiving with a FREE meal which includes turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, veggies, and dessert!
- Heintz Center – Commons – Tuesday, November 25th from 11:30am – 1pm
Main Campus – 3rd floor cafeteria – Wednesday, November 26th from 11:30am – 1pm
In addition, Thanksgiving Grab and Go Bags will available on campus throughout the week of November 17th-20th.
Fall 2025 Withdrawal Deadline
November 26 is the last day to withdraw from Fall 2025 full-term classes. RCTC strongly recommends that you work with your advisor or counselor before withdrawing from college to achieve the best possible outcomes for your circumstances. Also, you must notify the following offices if you are receiving benefits from them:
- Financial Aid Office
- Veterans Administration School Official
- SSSP (Student Support Services Program)
- International Student Advisor
You may withdraw from courses through the eServices portal until 11pm on November 26th. Deadlines for short-term courses are available on the RCTC website.
Need help with the process? Call or visit the Welcome and One Stop Center.
Note: Withdrawals do not affect GPA, but do impact completion rate, which may affect satisfactory academic progress.
Receive Your Tax Forms Electronically
You can receive your 2025 1098-T and W-2 tax forms electronically instead of by U.S. mail. Benefits include:
- Quicker access to year-end tax forms
- Reduced printing and mailing costs
- Environmentally friendly
Visit your eServices site before the end of the semester to opt for electronic forms. For questions, contact the Financial Aid Office at 507-285-7557.
Fall Financial Aid Acceptance Deadline
Students on Fall Financial Aid have until December 1, 2025 to accept their Federal Direct Loans for Fall Semester. For questions, contact the Welcome and One Stop Center.
Register Now for Spring Classes!
Get the schedule YOU want! Get the courses you NEED!
Avoid wrong courses! Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor to review your degree plan. Handle any roadblocks early. Starting early gives you time to resolve any issues like holds or financial aid errors.
Schedule an Appointment with Your Advisor
Schedule online at Advising and Counseling, or contact the Advising Center at 507-285-7260 for assistance.