Success Stories

UCC student Ben Simons was recently elected as the youngest mayor in Yoncalla history. He assumes the office in January 2019.

“Supporting a family was number one in my mind... it was critical to finish college and reach my personal goals.”

“I had such a great two years at UCC. When I finish my bachelor’s degree, I’m coming back home."

From struggling to make ends meet to bringing in half of a six-figure income, UCC provided Jessica with a life-changing opportunity.

ROSEBURG, Oregon – Rosa Mohlsick, an alumna from Umpqua Community College, has been selected to give the keynote address at UCC’s commencement ceremony on Friday, June 15. Mohlsick, who is an active community volunteer, graduated from the College in 2009. Mohlsick is a transplant from Oklahoma. She arrive in Oregon …

UCC's student media outlet recognized for collegiate-level journalism excellence.

As the student’s selection for a commencement speaker, Taylor is preparing the speech she will give to this year’s graduating class.

One of this year's Outstanding Student recipients is graduating after returning to school 21 years later.

UCC opened the doors to a lot more than academics. William also discovered athletics, and the power of teamwork.

Sail the high seas with this hilarious British comedy set in the 1930s aboard a luxurious cruise liner.

Two students were selected to represent UCC in the annual event that recognizes academic excellence.

UCC's 2018 SkillsUSA Oregon State Champions

High school short play competition brings Douglas County youth together to celebrate theater.

Last-minute cast change turns offstage husband and wife team into an onstage one.

The Lion in Winter, a play about the Plantagenet dynasty’s origin, runs February 23 through March 11.

"This is a piece of history. I have the opportunity to save it, fix it, and give it back to the customer."

"The graduates we hire are ready to take on anything we throw at them."

“At UCC, I felt that in the classes students and instructors are all one team. And everything I learned, I now use in my job as a paralegal.”

“I’ve been around people who work really hard all of my life. I saw welding as just another hard job that I’d like to take on.”

“Everything interests me—from pre-nuptials and pleadings to finalizing adoptions for families. It’s something different every day. There are so many jobs and law offices that need paralegals. Being able to complete the program online really helped, too.”

"Crystal was always there to help answer questions or give us guidance."

"I'm the person I am today because of UCC. The College translates life skills to work skills."

"Since they've already worked on components of the Oregon Physical Agility Test, graduates are ready - both mentally and physically - to be officers around the state."

Miller Electric Manufacturing, Airgas, and UCC have joined forces to bring state of the art equipment and instruction to area aluminum manufacturers and boat builders.

“My experience at UCC was nothing short of amazing! The campus is beautiful, and the people are too. I learned so much from my professors and classmates. I met lifelong friends and valuable contacts at UCC.”

UCC graduate lands satisfying career in his field of study. Tom McNamara was guest speaker at this year’s Explore Engineering & Computing event. He was kind enough to provide an interview.

Chinese native Cai Yun, a UCC graduate, utilized ESL, GED, and AAOT programs, excelling academically with UCC's support. Now at the University of Oregon, she tutors UCC students, grateful for the institution's impact on her educational journey.

Logan Wetherell found his passion for Geology at UCC. Not many people get the good fortune of finding their passion. Logan Wetherell found his passion while taking a rock climbing class at Umpqua Community College.