I feel like I belong here’ – Campus clubs give opportunity for learning, socializing
Regardless of how or why students choose to get involved with student clubs, the door is always open for those who are interested.
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Student Success Day about asking the right questions
The fall semester’s Student Success Day, held on Sept. 13, featured a multitude of sessions aimed at helping students improve their college experience.
A mix of old and new sessions were offered. Some, like the Mayo School of Health Science series, targeted a portion of the student body, while others had a more general focus and were applicable to all students regardless of major or previous college experience.
Welcome to the Hive
Students take part in a Welcome Day activity in the Atrium of the main RCTC campus. Students were invited to participate in Welcome Day events on Aug. 17 to familiarize them to the campus. More Welcome Day coverage on page 16.
Need a ride? You got it – and it’s free!
By Isaac Sindt Graphics Manager [email protected] New and returning students alike may have noticed the signs plastered on almost every bulletin board throughout the RCTC campus this semester, but in case you missed them, or if you are wanting to know more, we’ve got you covered. Although it’s not a free ride as most college … Read more
We can actually make a difference,’ Phi Theta Kappa president says
By Lydia Hansen Managing Editor RCTC’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter inducted Tanner Garity on April 19 as the 2017-2018 chapter president. Garity has been a Postsecondary Enrollment Options student for two semesters and is succeeding previous co-presidents Lizette Reiland and Spencer Berning. Though he has only been regularly attending chapter meetings for two months, Garity … Read more
New year, new Student Senate: Officers set goals for 2017-2018 academic year
By Lydia Hansen Managing Editor Student President: Sarah Brakebill-Hacke Enrollment: one semester, also attended in 2005 Major: Liberal Arts and Sciences, intending to pursue English, linguistics, and law Goals: “I want to make sure the way decisions are made about money and the way students are served is done the way they want and that … Read more
What does that do to young Muslims?’: Speaker laments distorted version’ presented by media
By Faith Boyum Staff Writer [email protected] Every day, the media works to keep the public informed about major events and opinions, but sometimes it can spread negative thoughts and feelings as well, which Regina Mustafa explained in her presentation “Muslims in the Media” at RCTC on May 1. Mustafa is Muslim herself, and she advocates … Read more
World Drum Ensemble performs authentic African diaspora music
By Lydia Hansen Managing editor RCTC’s music scene is as diverse as its student demographics. Home to a traditional choir and concert band, a jazz ensemble, the show choir Aires, and a community of electronic music composers, RCTC boasts its own drum ensemble. The World Drum Ensemble, taught as a class by music instructor Denny … Read more
SkyVault Theatre wins best of festival
Echo staff report BRAINERD, Minn. – The Minnesota SkyVault Theatre Company, which features three RCTC students, earned the Best of Fest Award at the 2017 Region V Festival of the American Association of Community Theatres. SkyVault also was awarded outstanding achievement awards in original music, composition and performance, ensemble acting and directing. The festival was … Read more
You have a story to tell
Tiffany Hunsley is a compelling speaker. Her story of overcoming addiction and incarceration to becoming an entrepreneur should inspire anyone who hears it. Her speech at the 2017 commencement ceremony was just as captivating. Her message was relevant to everyone gathered at the Rochester Regional Sports Center, from the newly conferred graduates, students returning to … Read more