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Students interested in pursuing a degree in psychology can now complete a bachelor of science degree on the UCC campus in Roseburg with a new agreement between Umpqua Community College and Bushnell University.

Sometimes, the path to the career we want is a long one. As with anything, we may have to step out of our comfort zone in order to reach a new level. That was the case with Kim Tardie. She relates, "After graduating from high school and working 27 years …

The Southern Oregon Wine Institute is proud to host a Wine Release Party at the Lang Center on the UCC campus.

The dark red Super Flower Full Moon will be rising in total eclipse. Weather permitting, the observatory telescopes will project images of the eclipse onto a large digital screen showcasing the event in real-time for public viewing.

ROSEBURG, Ore., April. 28, 2022 - The Art Gallery is proud to present An Unfolding Process: UCC's Annual Student Art Exhibition by Umpqua Community College students from May 5 - June 3, 2022. A reception will be held on Thursday, May 5, at 1 p.m.

Justina Martin had dropped out of high school. She dreamed of being a teacher someday, and she knew she had to get back to school but wasn’t sure when or how...

Roseburg, Ore., April 21, 2022 - The Umpqua Community College Board of Directors has voted to raise tuition per credit from $104 to $109 for the 2022-23 school year, which for most students will be covered by increases in state and federal grant programs. The 4.8 percent increase falls well …

Roseburg, Ore., Mar. 31, 2022 - More than 60 students representing seven high schools throughout Douglas County participated in a math competition at Umpqua Community College (UCC).

ROSEBURG, Ore., Mar. 18, 2021 - The Art Gallery at Umpqua Community College is set to continue its diverse exhibition series this spring with the Precarious Balance collection by artist Maria Ruggiero. The exhibition will run from March 28 to April 28.

ROSEBURG, Ore., Mar. 8, 2022 - Umpqua Community College (UCC) received $300,000 in grant funding from Douglas County and the State of Oregon to support truck driver training scholarships. The scholarships result from federal funds received by the state under the American Rescue Plan Act Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund …

ROSEBURG, Ore., Jan. 26, 2022 -Pursuing Echoes is a fine art series rooted in artist Lindsey Dunnagan's experiences of the final decade of her Alzheimers-stricken grandmother's life. Her work includes ethereal imagery in which she seeks to answer the questions, What is the journey between life and death? and …

Most people can imagine a freshman college student: nervous, insecure, trying not to feel wholly out of place and ill prepared for what lies ahead. Now take a moment and truly picture this student. What do they look like, how old are they? What is this student's story?

“I love taking care of other people. I’ve always have.”

Featuring the work of a Los Angeles-based photographer who brings an optic-twisting perspective to urban landscapes.

The grant will provide services and strategies to help adolescents and young adults succeed in trade professions.

Grant will fund programs to support students in college preparedness, retention and graduation.

This has been a complete overhaul of Lockwood Hall's facility and it not only includes latest tools and technology, but also compliments our top-notch instruction.

New leaders of colleges educating more than a quarter-million students to participate in a program to advance student success

“After a couple years in high school welding classes, I knew Welding was right for me.”

UCC is making college more affordable, attainable and safe this academic year through the use of $2.3 million of federal covid relief aid through the American Rescue Plan.

Grant will allow more middle and high school students from disadvantaged backgrounds to attend college and succeed in graduation.

“I’m very happy with the career I chose. There is room for me to grow, learn and change.”

“I have zero regrets. If I could go back in time, I would do it all over again.”

My plan is to bring my entire heart to campus every day.

College changes mask and distancing requirements; welcomes current and prospective students to campus for first time in 15 months.

Every day, students from diverse backgrounds hone their skills to become better English speakers.

UCC develops a plan to blend new technology with more in-person course options.

UCC Board of Education approves purchase of the Roseburg property after anonymous donor contributes $400,000.

Joy Yori (left) and Alyssa Harter (right) to be recognized during International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence.

UCC Board of Education selects Dr. Rachel Pokrandt as the College's 12th president.

UCC clarifies the role and importance of its Music and Theatre Arts Programs.

The following statement is issued from the Office of UCC's President...

Elizabeth Turner (left) and Faith Byars (right) earn Coca-Cola Academic Team honors as gold and silver scholars.

Candidates will participate in virtual town hall meetings during first week of April.

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) are the foundation for many careers and areas of study at UCC.

All 17 of Oregon's Community Colleges come together to raise awareness and advocate for Career and Technical Education.

Making the Case to Go to Umpqua Community College in the Age of COVID-19.

Thanks to support from the UCC Foundation, all 11 curtains in Jacoby Auditorium were replaced for the first time since 1995

"I am going from teaching via a document camera over Zoom, to the ability to create videos with a camera, separate microphone, lights, and backdrops. It is honestly a surreal jump into the present."

The fifth anniversary of the campus' 10/1 Day of Remembrance ceremony will be live-streamed this year.

2020 Day of Remembrance

“I love that I am able to help improve my community through the work I do as a Parole & Probation Officer.”

“The skills and education that is gained in the criminal justice field will only help you be a better person, have a stronger skill set and be a more marketable candidate for whatever path you chose.”

“Umpqua Community College helped me become more involved and gave me the resources I needed to succeed.”

“The reserve academy was a huge turning point in my life and one of my biggest accomplishments. I wouldn’t be in this career field without it."

Technology investments are more than a work around. It's the future of UCC.

Our instructors now need even more magic, and this technology will help make these magic moments happen. Dr. Joanne Richards, UCC biology professor.

UCC celebrates and showcases the energy, effort, and creativity of its art students.

UCC provides tricks and tips for reaching student excellence.

“Media literacy and learning how to read critically are some of the most important skills a person can learn.”