RCTC Student Newspaper
The semester is almost over! Join fellow RCTC students Wednesday, Dec. 7, at noon in the Hive (3rd floor College Center) to learn how to develop better study and time-management skills.
“Gobless America” will make you want to take a second look; artist reception Dec. 7 By Jordyn Oie Echo Staff Writer Advice for those stepping into the RCTC art gallery in East Hall: Look closer. In one brightly colored painting, a bold, cigarette-smoking tourist tries on a bracelet in an eerie shop. In another, civilians … Read more
The first in a series bringing students in-depth information about RCTC’s career programs By Piper Fuller Echo Staff Writer Do you demonstrate meticulous attention to detail? Have fine motor skills? Aren’t grossed out by what might be found under a microscope? Then a career in histology might be for you! This 9-month program offered twice … Read more
RCTC’s Music Department is “Making Spirits Bright” By Jessica Cormican Echo Staff Writer The bells on Sting’s wings will be ringing Thursday, Dec. 8, as RCTC’s Music Department and Rochester Community Band perform their winter concert,”Making Spirits Bright.” The show will be held in RCTC’s Hill Theatre at 7 p.m., Admission is free. Attendees are … Read more
Shortly after the polls opened at RCTC’s Regional Sports Center Tuesday morning, Echo staff writer Erik Benson was on the scene. Here are a few of the moments he captured. Head election judge Harold Hatton under a huge American flag: “It’s good to see a lot of people coming out.” Election judge KC Reed: “It’s … Read more
You’ve likely heard there’s a big election coming up on Tuesday, right? Are you ready to vote? The Echo staff answers common questions to help you fulfill your civic duty. What’s happening on Tuesday? Tuesday, Nov. 8, is the date of U.S. Midterm elections. In Minnesota, voters will be electing members to the U.S. House, … Read more
Students Sam Atwood, Bishop Donovan, Angela Kelly and Tyran Fernandez preparing for the Club Expo earlier this semester. Second in an ongoing series profiling student groups to spark your interest By Piper Fuller ECHO Staff Writer Have you ever thought about how much work goes into the seamless performance of your favorite concert? Lights, speaker … Read more
Don’t forget or you will be weeping (or, at least, waiting) By Alexis Ofilas Echo Staff Writer If you haven’t already, it’s imperative that you get on eServices and select your courses – for next Spring. Yep! Believe it or not, some classes have already filled up. Jennifer Dahle, who works as a counselor in … Read more
Find the new lunch option in the Heintz Commons area. By Jordyn Oie Echo Staff Writer Having trouble finding lunch in the Heintz Center? Look no more. Boxed lunches are now served in the Commons area from noon to 1 p.m. every day. They include a sandwich, chips and a piece of fruit or cookie … Read more
Theatre Department ramping up for Fall production of “One Snowy Night.” By Jessica Cormican ECHO Staff Iceland comes to Rochester with the opening of One Snowy Night performed by the Rochester Community and Technical College’s Theatre Department. The show, written by Charles Way and based on an Icelandic folk tale, will be performed Oct. 27 … Read more