News

January 3, 2022

The Art Gallery at Umpqua Community College Reopens Next Month

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

November 22, 2021

UCC Expands Workforce Development Program with $200k Grant

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

November 16, 2021

UCC Receives $2M Federal Grant to Support Student Success

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

November 1, 2021

UCC showcases new state-of-the-art automotive and welding education center

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.

September 23, 2021

President Rachel Pokrandt chosen for Aspen Institute’s New Presidents Fellowship to Advance Student Success

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

September 20, 2021

Recognizing that Kelden is cut out for Weldin’

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

August 30, 2021

UCC Offers Aid to Bolster Student Success

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.

August 10, 2021

UCC Receives $2.5M to Promote Enrollment, Opportunities for Students from Low-Income Families

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

August 10, 2021

Travelling the Path to an Engineering Career

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

July 19, 2021

Engineering a Path to a Perfect Job

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

July 19, 2021

First Day for Umpqua Community College’s New President

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

July 7, 2021

UCC Fully Opens to Serve Students

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

May 4, 2021

Learning a New Language for a Better Future

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

May 4, 2021

Determined to Welcome More Students This Fall

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

April 26, 2021

UCC Purchases Casa de Belen Property

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

April 17, 2021

UCC Selects Excellence Award Recipients

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

April 16, 2021

Announcing Our New President

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

April 13, 2021

On the Record: Music and Theatre Arts Program Facts

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

April 11, 2021

UCC President Statement on Music and Theatre Arts

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

April 6, 2021

Two Scholars Represent UCC at National Level

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

March 30, 2021

Three Selected as Presidential Candidate Finalists

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

March 25, 2021

UCC STEM Department Overview

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

February 2, 2021

UCC Joins Statewide CTE Month Celebration

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

February 2, 2021

When the Going Gets Tough, the Tough Go to College

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

December 19, 2020

Setting the Stage: New Curtains Call Jacoby Home

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

October 28, 2020

Changing the Formula Through Innovation

"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."

October 1, 2020

UCC Holds Virtual Day of Remembrance

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

October 1, 2020

2020 Day of Remembrance

2020 Day of Remembrance

September 16, 2020

How the Police Reserve Academy Opened Doors for a Mother of Two

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

September 16, 2020

UCC Alum Dedicates Decades to Criminal Justice

“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.”

September 16, 2020

International Success; One Student’s Journey Across the World

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

September 2, 2020

Serving Our Community with Honor

“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."

August 11, 2020

Innovation Funds Pave the Way Forward

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

July 6, 2020

Using Tech to Deliver Science to Students

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

June 30, 2020

Annual Student Art Show Goes Virtual

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

June 26, 2020

Success Strategies for Online Learning

UCC provides tricks and tips for reaching student excellence.

June 12, 2020

Celebrating Commencement With a Parade-Style Party

UCC held a socially distanced, drive-thru event for this year's graduates on Friday, June 12.

June 11, 2020

Delivering the Sidelines into Living Rooms

UCC Athletics to Deploy BlueFrame Technology in partnership with NWAC.

June 9, 2020

UCC Invests in New Soccer Program

Women's Soccer will offer athletic and educational opportunities for students.

June 8, 2020

UCC President Announces Retirement

Dr. Debra Thatcher cut the ribbon at Tapʰòytʰaʼ Hall's opening in March 2018. Thatcher was instrumental in working with the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians to name UCC's newest building.

June 5, 2020

UCC Supports Justice For All

College embraces responsibility to provide an educational and work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.

June 1, 2020

Game on!

eSports Teams to Play at UCC in Fall 2020.

May 29, 2020

Start college as a River Hawk. Finish as a Beaver.

Degree Partnership Program has many online options on the way to a four-year degree.

May 7, 2020

Self Preservation in a Time of Rapid Change

Self-care is not self-indulgence. It is self-preservation." - Audre Lorde

May 4, 2020

Staying Physically Fit while Enjoying some Socializing from a Distance

UCC's Qigong, Get Moving, Get Fit, and Zumba classes are offered via Zoom

April 28, 2020

Need a Class but Can’t Register? Try Waitlisting.

A new automated process has launched to help keep students moving forward.

April 24, 2020

Climbing the Highest Mountain

UCC's Financial Aid Department helps students reach milestones in the journey to financial assistance.

April 22, 2020

The Job Market Has Just Exploded

UCC Career Services is here to protect students from the falling debris.

April 13, 2020

Heroes in the Fight to Help Financial Victims of COVID-19

UCC's Small Business Development Center responds to business community's demand; offers no-cost series to help business owners navigate unprecedented economic times.

April 6, 2020

Making the Massive Shift to Online Learning

UCC displays passion for helping students to reach educational goals and dreams amid the global pandemic.